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Shiatsu Massage
Shiatsu is a form of Japanese massage which comes from China. It was brought back to Japan by Buddhist Monks. Shiatsu (Kanji: 指圧; Hiragana: しあつ) is a form of Japanese bodywork based on ideas in traditional Chinese medicine. In the Japanese language, shiatsu means "finger pressure". ... “Shi-” refers to finger, and “-atsu” means pressure.usually done on the floor on a mat, I actually don't do traditional Shiatsu, since I do it on a table. This form of massage is done over the clothes and can be done with a lightly-firm touch. My session are 60-120 minutes. Each session includes a a 5 minute pre check in and a 5 minute post check in.
Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage was founded by a Swedish Fencing Instructor, the Swedish Massage purpose is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. But Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. A Swedish massage can be therapeutic, but you are not going to be able to get in as deep as you would with Shiatsu, or Deep Tissue, since oil or lotion is used. A Swedish massage can be done with aromatic oil, which can relax you, invigorate you, or help to get rid of toxins. Since oil and lotion are used it is done with little to no clothes on and the individual is usually covered by a sheet. It all depends on the comfort level of the client.
Chair Massage
A chair massage is good for individuals that are having shoulder, neck, and upper back problems, it is also good for an individual that does not have time for a 60-minute massage. It can be done almost anywhere, and the set up is fast. It is done with the clothes left on, and usually, the last 10 minutes to 30 minutes. I have discounted rates for groups.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Deep tissue can be done clothed or not. It is recommended that only one part of the body be worked on in a session. Deep tissue can help, but it may take several sessions to actually see results, just depends on the individual. As a professional, I recommend doing only 30 minutes sessions at first and working up to an hour.
Hard pressure does not equal deep tissue, deep tissue is a massage focused on one point on the body that is tight and in pain.
Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body endures tremendous stress due to dramatic physical and emotional changes. Using various techniques specially developed for the expecting mother, Pregnancy Massage helps release the pain and discomfort experienced throughout pregnancy. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation.
Salt Scrub
A Salt Scrub is great for getting dead skin off of your body. It leaves the skin feeling softer and more alive. It is refreshing and cleansing. Most people add it to there massage.
Hot Stone Therapy
Hot Stone Therapy is a style of massage where heated stones are placed at specific sites on your body to deepen relaxation and promote circulation in your muscles. Muscles that are heated with these stones release tension and stress much more deeply and quickly than with a traditional massage. The overall experience is very relaxing, nurturing, and rejuvenating. This will included s Swedish massage with oil.
