Massage Services 2
It makes sense to heal your mind & body through therapeutic care.
Body Sense Therapists offer one or more of these therapies.
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Cupping Massage
CranioSacral Therapy |
Hot Stone Massage
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Oncology Massage
Aromatherapy |
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Cupping Massage is a modified version of "cupping therapy," which has been used extensively in Chinese medicine for several thousand years. By creating suction and negative pressure, cupping is used to drain excess fluids, stretch muscle and connective tissue, and loosen adhesions. Combined with traditional Swedish and deep tissue massage techniques, this is a great modality for athletes of anyone who likes really deep pressure with less discomfort. See Michelle Heinz or Hollyce Lunde.
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Hot Stone Massage is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage. Smooth, heated volcanic stones of varying sizers are placed on or used to stroke areas of the body. Heat encourages the release of tight muscles, allowing deeper relaxation, and can open energy pathways of the body. Highly beneficial for athletes, and anyone wanting lasting relief from chronic tension. (Not recommended for people with high blood pressure and other chronic conditions.) See Mei Leslie.
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Oncology Massage is an adapted massage that addressed the side effects of cancer or its various treatments. It is important to adapt the session even after the patient is out of treatment due to potential risk of late effects of chemo, radiation or surgery. These adaptations are made with the client's safety and comfort foremost in mind. Massage for cancer patients has been shown to reduce pain, anxiety, nausea, depression and fatigue. See Colleen Silveira, Michelle Heinz or Mei Leslie.
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CranioSacral Therapy releases tensions deep in the body, relieving pain and dysfunction and improving whole-body health and performance. Using a very gentle touch--no greater than 5 grams--the therapist can release restrictions in the membranes surrounding the central nervous system, particularly affecting the sympathetic nervous system that is taxed in stressful situations. It is beneficial for treating migraines, digestive disorders, immune function and many other conditions. See Colleen Silveira or Mei Leslie.
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Aromatherapy is the use of plant materials, aromatic plant oils, particularly pure essential oils, to relieve stress and to enhance psychological or physical well being. Used with a carrier oil, essential oils can be absorbed through the skin, and can promote whole-body healing. See Michelle Heinz or April Langley.
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