Archive for January, 2010

Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral therapy is a light-touch, non-invasive bodywork modality that is a gentle, hands-on approach of evaluating and enhancing the function of the craniosacral system.  The craniosacral system is a physiological system that provides the physical environment that is needed for the brain and spinal cord to develop and work efficiently as well as effectively. It [...]

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy massage is known to alleviate stress and stress-related conditions such as insomnia but also digestive problems, headache, back pain, and even premenstrual syndrome in woman. This is a type of massage therapy which uses essential oils added to the massage oil being used or directly to the skin mixed with a carrier oil. The [...]

Rolfing

Rolfing Structural Integration is a type of deep myofascial release incorporating movement and posture education and was founded by Ida Rolf in the 1950’s. Dr. Rolf was a scientist specializing in biochemistry who came to the conclusion that the body is a continuous network of tissues rather than a collection of separate parts. She recognized [...]

Massage and Stretching

Stretching and massage therapy go hand in hand when it comes to better flexibility and overall health. Stretching as well as other forms of bodywork such as massage bring relaxation to the body and help release accumulated tensions. Relaxation of the mind and body makes for a healthier person. There have been studies that [...]

Shiatsu

Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork which uses a combination of pressure and stretching, as well as manipulation techniques to help maintain a balance in the body. Shiatsu basically translates to finger pressure in Japanese. The “shi” meaning finger and “atsu” meaning pressure. It is based on Traditional Oriental Medicine which suggests that we [...]

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