Acupressure, an ancient healing art, uses the fingers to skillfully press key points that stimulate the body's natural self-curative abilities. Acupressure and acupuncture use the same pressure points and meridians; acupressure uses gentle to firm pressure, while acupuncture employs needles. I use acupressure therapy in conjunction with Swedish, myofascial release, and deep tissue massage to enhance their therapeutic value. 

Swedish massage is the relaxing, stress-reducing type of massage most people think about when they want a massage. Swedish massage combines oils or lotions with an array of strokes -- gliding, kneading, and percussive strokes, as well as, stretching, joint movement, gentle shaking, and rocking. Swedish massage is usually a full-body massage, but can I focus on one area of your body, such as the back or shoulders.

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Deep Tissue Massage is used to provide a more therapeutic effect by massaging all layers from superficial (closer to the skin) to deep (closer to the bone). It relaxes the muscles, rids them of built-up metabolic waste, and helps release adhesions between muscles and connective tissues. It can also be useful in preventing scar tissue build up from injuries to muscles and connective tissues. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries.

Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.

A customized massage especially for post-surgical patients who experience edema following surgery

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Clients with acute or chronic lymphatic drainage (lymphaedema) diagnosis.

Pregnancy massage focuses on addressing the special needs of expectant mother. Specially-designed cushions or side-lying postures are used to prevent putting pressure on the abdomen.