SWEDISHThe Primary goal of Swedish massage is to relax the entire body. It is preformed through long gliding strokes in the direction of blood flow. |
DEEP TISSUEDeep tissue massage is similar to Swedish massage but the deeper pressure is beneficial in releasing chronic muscle tension. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones, and joints).
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STRETCHManual stretching is a technique focused on elongating, aligning, and balancing fascia. Benefits include increased flexibilty, increased range of motion, improve physical performance, increase blood flow, improve posture, and can even relieve stress.
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CUPPINGCupping is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist uses special cups to suction and create negative pressure to loosen muscles, encourage blood flow, and sedate the nervous system. Benefits include pain (joint/muscle) and inflammation management, increase blood flow, enhance physical performance, and decrease anxiety and fatigue.
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AROMATHERAPY
Aromatherapy, also known as essential oil therapy, is the art/science of using naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize, and promote overall well being. Benefits include pain management, improved sleep quality, stress and anxiety reduction, and immunity boost.
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