Deep Tissue/Swedish
Swedish consists of specific strokes including effleurage (sliding movements), petrissage (kneading movements), friction (rubbing), vibration and percussion techniques. This massage will usually include passive and active joint movements, stretching and bending of the joints with the assistance of the therapist. Swedish massage is the most commonly offered massage technique, utilizing a firm or lighter pressure on the muscles. It will involve long yet gliding strokes. Swedish massage is mainly used to increase blood flow, easing tension in the body’s muscles and improving their flexibility. It is very stimulating to the skin, helping reduce emotional and physical stress in the body. This is one of the main reasons this type of massage is paired amazingly with aromatherapy. This type of massage stimulates the nervous system as well. The body builds up different types of toxins including lactic acids, uric acid and other types of metabolic wastes that Swedish massage targets and with the increase of oxygen to the blood, is filtered out.
Deep tissue massage is a specific type of massage that targets deeper structures of muscles and fascia, which is more commonly known as connective tissue. It is best used on smaller muscle injuries and chronic problems. Whiplash, sports injuries, postural alignment, treating spasms as well as tension in the muscles are very good examples of what would best be targeted for deep tissue. This massage will focus on stretching fascia, supporting and penetrating all the muscles, bones, nerves and organs. It will work layer-by-layer releasing tension in the connective tissue going into the deepest accessible layer to create changes in posture and make room for movements after releasing fascial adhesions and chronic muscle contractures. Deep tissue massage therapist will use fingers, thumbs, fists, elbows and forearms to help penetrate all these areas.
Thai Massage
Thai massage, also called lazy man’s yoga or traditional massage, is an Asian floor massage technique incorporating stretching and smooth flowing massage strokes to stimulate circulation and flexibility. Thai massage is usually done in loose, comfortable clothing and uses pillows to support the client during the massage.
Thai Massage has been practiced in Thailand for thousands of years, and many other Asian countries incorporate massage into their healing traditions. Traditionally, Thai Massage was performed by monks, who included other Ayurvedic healing practices with their massage sessions. Thai Massage began to move out of the temple and into a variety of other settings in the twentieth century, and many Thai hospitals offer massage as part of treatment.
Thai massage is done on a padded floor mat, which aloows the therapist to easily manipulate the body of the client. Working from the feet up, the therapist stretches, flexes, and bends the body to free up tension and promote flexibility. The therapist also incorporates breathing techniques into the massage, along with acupressure points and trigger point techniques. Unlike Swedish Massage, Thai Massage involves active participation on the part of the client, who works with the therapist for a successful massage. Thai Massage is invigorating and stimulating, and both the therapist and client usually feel less tension and more energy at the completion of the session.
Tok sen
WHAT IS TOK SEN ?
Tok Sen massage is an ancient northern Thai practice that involves the use of a special wooden hammer , made from the bark of the tamarind tree, to relax muscles in a rhythmically tapping motion, ‘Tok Sen’.
Tok means to hammer or hit and sen refers to the pathways in the body . Tok sen therapy helps with physical aches and pains , energy blockages , pure circulation , nerve problems and etc .
Tok Sen ancient Thai Therapy is an incredibly soothing massage treatment and very effective at promoting a sense of calm. A special wooden hammer and wedge are employed, and following specific points of the body, a rhythmic tapping is set up which creates a resonance that passes through the muscles and into the rest of the body. This resonance helps to dislodge even long held and stubborn tension. By contributing to release and relax the body a sense of well-being and ease is felt, as a more natural flow of energy is re-established. This is an excellent choice for those who enjoy a firm yet deeply relaxing massage experience.
Chi Nei Tsang
Chi Nei Tsang is a Chinese term for an internal organ Chi massage which helps release stress and promotes healing by using techniques of massage directly over the navel and surrounding abdominal area where stress, tension and negative emotions accumulate and stagnate. In the West it is known as the second brain and the Taoist regard it as the Dantian. If this area is knotted up, the whole energy of the body is blocked. When this occurs, all the vital energy functions strain, weakening the internal organs and decreasing energy.
Chi Nei Tsang massage quickly release negative emotions, tension, and sickness, bringing comfort and relief of the abdomen. This frees up the vital energy and strengthens the internal organs. Chi Nei Tsang is also effective in the treatment of digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, bloating and constipation. It also eliminates toxins in the gastrointestinal tract and promotes lymphatic drainage.
Benefits
Improves elimination, relieving constipation
Strengthens the immune system
Release back, helps with leg pain
Painful periods and ovulation
Stimulates internal organs, lymphatic and blood circulation
Detoxify and strengthen organs
Release negative emotions
Chi nei tsang session is $125
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