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Our trained staff of professional therapists offer a variety of different massage
techniques.
SWEDISH MASSAGE
One of the most commonly taught and well-known massage techniques, Swedish
massage is a vigorous system of treatment designed to energize the body by stimulating
circulation. Five basic strokes, all flowing toward the heart, are used to manipulate the
soft tissues of the body. The disrobed client is covered by a sheet, with only the area
being worked on exposed. Therapists use a combination of kneading, rolling, vibrational,
percussive, and tapping movements, with the application of oil, to reduce friction on the
skin. The many benefits of Swedish massage may include generalized relaxation,
dissolution of scar tissue adhesions, and improved circulation, which may speed healing
and reduce swelling from injury.
NEUROMUSCULAR THERAPY
This comprehensive program of soft-tissue manipulation balances the body’s central
nervous system with the muscular skeletal system. Based on neurological laws that
explain how the central nervous system initiates and maintains pain, the goal is to help
relieve the pain and dysfunction by understanding and alleviating the underlying cause.
Neuromuscular therapy can help individuals who experience distortion and biomechanical
dysfunction, which is often a symptom of a deeper problem. It is also used to locate and
release spasms and hypercontraction in the tissue, eliminate trigger points that cause
referred pain, rebuild the strength of injured tissues, assist venous and lymphatic flow,
and restore postural alignment, proper biomechanics, and flexibility to the tissues.
APPLIED KINESIOLOGY
Applied Kinesiology is a healing system that evaluates and treats an individual’s
structural, chemical, and mental aspects. It employs muscle testing and other standard
methods of diagnosis. Applied Kinesiology therapeutically utilizes nutrition, manipulation,
diet, acupressure, exercise, and education to help restore balance and harmony in the
body and maintain well-being throughout life. (From Alternative Healing, by Hugh
Burroughs and Mark Kastner, Halcyon, 1993.) Dr. George Goodheart, a chiropractor in
Detroit, Michigan, discovered the technique in 1964 during a patient treatment. After
applying a few seconds of deep pressure on the man’s severe muscular dysfunction, he
found the problem was eliminated. Dr. John Thie developed a simplified version of Applied
Kinesiology called Touch for Health in 1970.
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
CranioSacral therapy is a gentle, noninvasive method of evaluating and enhancing the
function of a physiological body arrangement called the CranioSacral system. Developed
by John E. Upledger, DO, OMM, this manual therapy enhances the body’s natural healing
processes and has proven effective in treating a wide range of medical problems
associated with pain and dysfunction. The roots of this therapy are in cranial osteopathy,
developed by Dr. William G. Sutherland. The CranioSacral system consists of the
membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.
It extends from the bones of the skull, face, and mouth--which make up the cranium-
down to the sacrum or tail bone. Since this system influences the development and
function of the brain and spinal cord, any imbalance or dysfunction in the CranioSacral
system could cause sensory, motor, or neurological disabilities. These problems may
include chronic pain, eye difficulties, scoliosis, motor-coordination impairments, learning
disabilities, and other dysfunctions of the central nervous system. CranioSacral therapy
encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the functioning of the
central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress, and enhance health and
resistance to disease. The CranioSacral therapy practitioner uses a light touch to assist
the natural movement of fluid within the CranioSacral system. Therapists generally use
only five grams of pressure, roughly the weight of a nickel, to test for restrictions in
various parts of the CranioSacral system. It’s often possible for the evaluation alone to
remove the restriction and allow the system to correct itself.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Techniques that utilize deep-tissue/deep-muscle massage are administered to affect the
sub-layer of musculature and fascia. These techniques require advanced training and a
thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology. The muscles must be relaxed in
order to effectively perform deep-tissue massage, otherwise tight surface muscles
prevent the practitioner from reaching deeper musculature. It helps with chronic muscular
pain and injury rehabilitation and reduces inflammation-related pain caused by arthritis
and tendinitis. It is generally integrated with other massage techniques.
LYMPH DRAINAGE THERAPY
Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) is unique in that health care professionals learn how to
palpate the lymphatic flow. As they develop their skills, they can then identify the rhythm,
direction, and quality of the lymphatic flow. Advanced practitioners will be able to
precisely map the lymphatic flow to find alternate pathways for drainage. Developed by
Bruno Chikly, MD, Lymph Drainage Therapy evolved from years of training in traditional
medicine, Asian medical practices, and manual therapies.
RAINDROP TECHNIQUE
Essential Oils are applied to the back and the feet. The raindrop technique involves the
amazing power of essential oils, mixed with a variety of massage techniques including
back massage, vita flex massage and heat application. The technique is designed to
bring the body back into structural and electrical alignment. Often many types of spinal
problems and misalignments are caused by toxins that lie dormant within the spine. The
use of essential oils helps to dispose of these viruses within the spine, helping its
structure return to normal. Originated by D. Gary Young, raindrop technique is a
noninvasive tool for helping to correct defects in the curvature of the spine caused by
viruses and bacteria that lie dormant there. The oils used in this treatment continue to
work for the next five to seven days.
REFLEXOLOGY
Based on an ancient Chinese therapy, Reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex
areas in the foot, hands, and ears that correspond to other parts of the body. Sometimes
referred to as zone therapy, this bodywork involves application of pressure to these
reflex zones to stimulate body organs and relieve areas of congestion. Similar to
acupressure principles, Reflexology works with the body’s energy flow to stimulate self-
healing and maintain balance in physical function. This technique is used to reduce pain,
increase relaxation, and stimulate circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids. It is especially
useful in stress-related illness and emotional disorders. Reflexology is also convenient in
cases where an area of the body is traumatized or diseased to the extent that direct
manipulation is not appropriate.
REIKI HEALING--USUI SYSTEM
Reiki healing is a hands-on energy healing art. It was originated in Japan in the early
20th century by Mikao Usui, who had a life-changing experience of light and energy that
he recognized as reiki--sacred life force-and that awakened his innate healing abilities.
He developed a system of practices that enabled others to become effective healers. In a
Reiki healing session, the practitioner, trained to access and serve as a channel for the
life force (ki or chi), places her hands on or just above the client’s body in order to
activate healing energy within receptive points on the body. The practitioner’s hands
move progressively with a passive touch through twelve positions on the body,
remaining in each position for three to five minutes. As a harmonic flow of energy is
strengthened, within the client and practitioner, healing occurs through the return of
physical, mental, and spiritual balance.
VISCERAL MANIPULATION
Visceral manipulation enhances the normal mobility and tissue motion of the organs of
the visceral system. Hypertonicity, displacement, and adhesions can all cause organs to
work against each other, creating chronic irritation and fixed, abnormal points of tension.
The visceral organs are dependent on their ability to move freely in the visceral cavity to
then work correctly and efficiently. When they are pulled out of their effective positions,
they cease to function properly. By freeing each organ to work compatibly with the
others, a therapist can potentially alter and improve the structure and functioning of the
entire body.
VITAFLEX
Based on the piezoelectric properties of the human skin, vitaflex is a specialized form of
manual stimulation at specific reflex points throughout the body, using the pads and nails
of the fingers in a rolling motion to produce therapeutic electrical voltages and currents.
Vitaflex massage, an ancient modality originating in India and Tibet, massage can be
used as a modality in and of itself but also works well as an adjunct to aromatherapy
with the application of essential oils. Vitaflex is also a part of the raindrop massage
protocol.
techniques.
SWEDISH MASSAGE
One of the most commonly taught and well-known massage techniques, Swedish
massage is a vigorous system of treatment designed to energize the body by stimulating
circulation. Five basic strokes, all flowing toward the heart, are used to manipulate the
soft tissues of the body. The disrobed client is covered by a sheet, with only the area
being worked on exposed. Therapists use a combination of kneading, rolling, vibrational,
percussive, and tapping movements, with the application of oil, to reduce friction on the
skin. The many benefits of Swedish massage may include generalized relaxation,
dissolution of scar tissue adhesions, and improved circulation, which may speed healing
and reduce swelling from injury.
NEUROMUSCULAR THERAPY
This comprehensive program of soft-tissue manipulation balances the body’s central
nervous system with the muscular skeletal system. Based on neurological laws that
explain how the central nervous system initiates and maintains pain, the goal is to help
relieve the pain and dysfunction by understanding and alleviating the underlying cause.
Neuromuscular therapy can help individuals who experience distortion and biomechanical
dysfunction, which is often a symptom of a deeper problem. It is also used to locate and
release spasms and hypercontraction in the tissue, eliminate trigger points that cause
referred pain, rebuild the strength of injured tissues, assist venous and lymphatic flow,
and restore postural alignment, proper biomechanics, and flexibility to the tissues.
APPLIED KINESIOLOGY
Applied Kinesiology is a healing system that evaluates and treats an individual’s
structural, chemical, and mental aspects. It employs muscle testing and other standard
methods of diagnosis. Applied Kinesiology therapeutically utilizes nutrition, manipulation,
diet, acupressure, exercise, and education to help restore balance and harmony in the
body and maintain well-being throughout life. (From Alternative Healing, by Hugh
Burroughs and Mark Kastner, Halcyon, 1993.) Dr. George Goodheart, a chiropractor in
Detroit, Michigan, discovered the technique in 1964 during a patient treatment. After
applying a few seconds of deep pressure on the man’s severe muscular dysfunction, he
found the problem was eliminated. Dr. John Thie developed a simplified version of Applied
Kinesiology called Touch for Health in 1970.
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
CranioSacral therapy is a gentle, noninvasive method of evaluating and enhancing the
function of a physiological body arrangement called the CranioSacral system. Developed
by John E. Upledger, DO, OMM, this manual therapy enhances the body’s natural healing
processes and has proven effective in treating a wide range of medical problems
associated with pain and dysfunction. The roots of this therapy are in cranial osteopathy,
developed by Dr. William G. Sutherland. The CranioSacral system consists of the
membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.
It extends from the bones of the skull, face, and mouth--which make up the cranium-
down to the sacrum or tail bone. Since this system influences the development and
function of the brain and spinal cord, any imbalance or dysfunction in the CranioSacral
system could cause sensory, motor, or neurological disabilities. These problems may
include chronic pain, eye difficulties, scoliosis, motor-coordination impairments, learning
disabilities, and other dysfunctions of the central nervous system. CranioSacral therapy
encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the functioning of the
central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress, and enhance health and
resistance to disease. The CranioSacral therapy practitioner uses a light touch to assist
the natural movement of fluid within the CranioSacral system. Therapists generally use
only five grams of pressure, roughly the weight of a nickel, to test for restrictions in
various parts of the CranioSacral system. It’s often possible for the evaluation alone to
remove the restriction and allow the system to correct itself.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Techniques that utilize deep-tissue/deep-muscle massage are administered to affect the
sub-layer of musculature and fascia. These techniques require advanced training and a
thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology. The muscles must be relaxed in
order to effectively perform deep-tissue massage, otherwise tight surface muscles
prevent the practitioner from reaching deeper musculature. It helps with chronic muscular
pain and injury rehabilitation and reduces inflammation-related pain caused by arthritis
and tendinitis. It is generally integrated with other massage techniques.
LYMPH DRAINAGE THERAPY
Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) is unique in that health care professionals learn how to
palpate the lymphatic flow. As they develop their skills, they can then identify the rhythm,
direction, and quality of the lymphatic flow. Advanced practitioners will be able to
precisely map the lymphatic flow to find alternate pathways for drainage. Developed by
Bruno Chikly, MD, Lymph Drainage Therapy evolved from years of training in traditional
medicine, Asian medical practices, and manual therapies.
RAINDROP TECHNIQUE
Essential Oils are applied to the back and the feet. The raindrop technique involves the
amazing power of essential oils, mixed with a variety of massage techniques including
back massage, vita flex massage and heat application. The technique is designed to
bring the body back into structural and electrical alignment. Often many types of spinal
problems and misalignments are caused by toxins that lie dormant within the spine. The
use of essential oils helps to dispose of these viruses within the spine, helping its
structure return to normal. Originated by D. Gary Young, raindrop technique is a
noninvasive tool for helping to correct defects in the curvature of the spine caused by
viruses and bacteria that lie dormant there. The oils used in this treatment continue to
work for the next five to seven days.
REFLEXOLOGY
Based on an ancient Chinese therapy, Reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex
areas in the foot, hands, and ears that correspond to other parts of the body. Sometimes
referred to as zone therapy, this bodywork involves application of pressure to these
reflex zones to stimulate body organs and relieve areas of congestion. Similar to
acupressure principles, Reflexology works with the body’s energy flow to stimulate self-
healing and maintain balance in physical function. This technique is used to reduce pain,
increase relaxation, and stimulate circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids. It is especially
useful in stress-related illness and emotional disorders. Reflexology is also convenient in
cases where an area of the body is traumatized or diseased to the extent that direct
manipulation is not appropriate.
REIKI HEALING--USUI SYSTEM
Reiki healing is a hands-on energy healing art. It was originated in Japan in the early
20th century by Mikao Usui, who had a life-changing experience of light and energy that
he recognized as reiki--sacred life force-and that awakened his innate healing abilities.
He developed a system of practices that enabled others to become effective healers. In a
Reiki healing session, the practitioner, trained to access and serve as a channel for the
life force (ki or chi), places her hands on or just above the client’s body in order to
activate healing energy within receptive points on the body. The practitioner’s hands
move progressively with a passive touch through twelve positions on the body,
remaining in each position for three to five minutes. As a harmonic flow of energy is
strengthened, within the client and practitioner, healing occurs through the return of
physical, mental, and spiritual balance.
VISCERAL MANIPULATION
Visceral manipulation enhances the normal mobility and tissue motion of the organs of
the visceral system. Hypertonicity, displacement, and adhesions can all cause organs to
work against each other, creating chronic irritation and fixed, abnormal points of tension.
The visceral organs are dependent on their ability to move freely in the visceral cavity to
then work correctly and efficiently. When they are pulled out of their effective positions,
they cease to function properly. By freeing each organ to work compatibly with the
others, a therapist can potentially alter and improve the structure and functioning of the
entire body.
VITAFLEX
Based on the piezoelectric properties of the human skin, vitaflex is a specialized form of
manual stimulation at specific reflex points throughout the body, using the pads and nails
of the fingers in a rolling motion to produce therapeutic electrical voltages and currents.
Vitaflex massage, an ancient modality originating in India and Tibet, massage can be
used as a modality in and of itself but also works well as an adjunct to aromatherapy
with the application of essential oils. Vitaflex is also a part of the raindrop massage
protocol.
