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Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Akin to ripples across the water, Cranio-Sacral Therapy mirrors the fluid, liquid-like movements of healing. This subtle, non-invasive treatment works to heal the cranial sacral system (the area in which the brain and spinal cord function), thus freeing blockages within the system and allowing the free-flow of cerebrospinal fluid around the brain and spinal chord. Creating rebalance, this therapy helps dissipate the negative effects of stress, and enhances general health and resistance to disease. Clients of Cranio-Sacral Therapy often report a sense of peace and inner-balance following this relaxing treatment...
Therapeutic/Swedish Massage
This style utilizes long, flowing strokes, often but not necessarily in the direction of the heart. There are six basic strokes: effleurage from the French effleurer, 'to skim over', petrissage from the French
pétrir, 'to knead', friction, tapotement, compression, and vibration. Petrissage is a kneading movement with the whole palm or finger tips, using wringing, skin rolling, compression, and/or lifting. Petrissage
is usually applied vertically to the muscle tissue. Oil, cream, or lotion is applied on the skin to reduce friction and allow smooth strokes. Effleurage consists of long, flowing or gliding strokes, performed
with open hands. In many massage sessions, effleurage is used as the initial type of stroking, as it has a calming effect when performed slowly. Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint
stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee over a period of eight weeks.
Lomi Lomi
Feel the magic of Aloha. Lomi Lomi, is based on healing techniques of ancient Polynesians and Hawaiians. This body/mind/soul experience releases stalled energy and restores balance. Lomi Lomi, is given in fluid,
rhythmic motions using hot stones, forearms as well as the hands. Joint rotation, stretches, essential oils, deep tissue and breathing techniques make for deep relaxation. Some people have described this feeling,
'as gentle waves moving over the body'.
Reflexology
Concentrating on the body’s energy channels, Reflexology is a holistic therapy that stimulates specific reflex points. This form of manipulation, which assists in balancing and rejuvenating the body,
helps to revitalize the circulatory system, promoting proper function to the immune system. This method of finger manipulation frees the flow of chi (the life force energy), which corrects energy imbalances
and releases toxins within the body. This age-old therapy is rooted in Asian culture and philosophy as a medicine-free way to heal the body
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