Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is the most popular type of massage in the United States. It involves the use of hands, forearms or elbows to manipulate the superficial layers of the muscles to improve mental and physical health. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of the massage. The benefits of Swedish massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation , decreased stress and muscle tension, and improved range of motion.​

Benefits  ​

• easing muscular strain by flushing out toxins

• improving circulation by increasing oxygen flow in the blood

• helping to keep ligaments and tendons supple

• reducing emotional and physical stress.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve pain and muscle tension throughout the body. This type of massage is extremely beneficial because it reaches the deepest layer of muscles, fascia (connective tissue surrounding the joints) and tendons. The goal in deep tissue massage is to breakdown adhesions (tense areas within the muscle). Adhesions in the muscle are very important to address because they cause pain, inflammation and limit motion of the muscles and joints.

Benefits  ​

• Alleviate pain

• Recover from injuries (sports, traumatic, whiplash, falls, etc.)

• Increase mobility

• Decrease muscle tension

• Recover from repetitive stresses (sports, computer use, lifting, etc.)

Shiatsu Massage

Shiatsu is a form of therapeutic bodywork from Japan. It uses kneading, pressing, soothing, tapping, and stretching techniques and is performed without oils through light, comfortable clothing. "Shiatsu" translates as "finger pressure." There are different styles of Shiatsu, all of which have roots in one of three systems that developed in Japan in the early 1900s as a result of a resurgence of Japan's traditional medical therapies, including acupuncture and anma massage. Shiatsu developed at this time from the integration of traditional Japanese manual therapies with modern western medical knowledge.

Benefits  ​

• Restore and maintain the body’s energy, especially helpful to those suffering from fatigue and overall weakness

• Improves circulation

• Reduces stress and tension as well as anxiety and depression

• Relief from headaches

• Promotes healing from sprains and similar injuries

• Helps bring relief to arthritis sufferers

Hot Stone Massage

Hot stone massage therapy is an age-old treatment with the addition of heat for a modern twist. Water-heated, smooth stones are placed strategically on the body on key points—with or without pressure—for the ultimate in relaxation and pain relief.

This treatment helps relieve tension, eases muscle stiffness, and increases circulation. How? Hot stone therapy promotes healing by targeting the deeper layers of muscle through the use of heated stones. Combined with regular massage, this treatment delivers a wealth of benefits. Warm and soothe your body with this specialized, unique massage. Whether you’re looking to help ease chronic muscle tension or just completely relax, hot stone massage is for you.

Benefits  ​

• Relief from chronic pain, including fibromyalgia, arthritis and multiple sclerosis (MS)

• Reduced stress and tension

• Better joint mobility and flexibility

• Muscle pain and spasm relief

• Improved circulation

• Insomnia support

Chinese Tuina

TuiNa is the Ancient art of Qigong Style Massage, literally meaning “Pushing and Pulling”,  it utilizes the Acupuncture Meridian System to get profound therapeutic results.  While many modern styles focus exclusively on the physical and anatomical aspects, the Supreme Science approach considers the science of qi and human touch as critical factors in successful TuiNa practice.Adhesions in the muscle are very important to address because they cause pain, inflammation and limit motion of the muscles and joints.

Benefits  ​

• Tui Na is a complete system of medicine

• It uses the principles of acupuncture

• It relieves a variety of disorders

• Tui Na massage integrates well and can be used with various modalities