EVERYONE KNEAD A THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
CUPPING
The performance of cupping or myofascial decompression lifts tissue creating a vacuum, separating adhered tissue and stretching tissue which promotes improved circulation and blood flow , reduces adhesions supplying oxygenated blood and nutrients back into the tissues
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the grain of muscles, tendons and fascia. It is called deep tissue, because it also focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue.
NEUROMUSCULAR THERAPY
Applies concentrated finger pressure to "trigger points" (painful irritated areas in muscles) to break cycles of spasm and pain
SPORTS MASSAGE
Massage therapy focusing on muscle systems relevant to a particular sport.
SWEDISH MASSAGE
A system of long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints.
ORTHOPEDIC MASSAGE
As a comprehensive system, orthopedic massage is capable of integrating a variety of massage's most effective techniques in the treatment of soft-tissue dysfunctions, pain and injuries. Four component parts characterize the system of orthopedic massage: orthopedic assessment, matching the physiology of the tissue injury with the physiological effects of treatment, treatment adaptability, and understanding the rehabilitation protocol.