Massage
Massage in LIC
Swedish/Deep tissue massage can help alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion, reduce pain associated with tension headache, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, poor posture or scoliosis, and repetitive stress injuries to muscles and tendons (such as tennis or golf elbow) and massage can enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system.
Relaxation Massage (1/2 hr. $60 – 1 hr. $105 – 1.5 hr $140)
An all-around massage and manipulation of soft tissue that relieves stress and tension, while enhancing blood and lymph circulation, pressure applied is lite to medium. The main purpose is relaxation. Swedish massage is an ideal introduction to the peacefulness and benefits of massage therapy. It may include some lite stretching.
Deep Pressure Massage (1/2 hr $70 – 1 hr. $120 – 1.5 hr. $165)
Deep pressure massage is a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage uses many similar movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense on needed muscles. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension and/or adhesions. It may include stretching. This session is good for athletes, before and after events, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries, and anybody looking to relieve body aches and pains caused by muscle tension.
Medical Massage / Session (1/2 hr. $70 – 1 hr. $120 – 1.5 hr. $165)
Designed to focus on specific medical conditions or areas of discomfort, medical massage is key in helping to speed the healing process. For those with muscle tears, sprains, nerve impingements , and chronic back or shoulder pain, this treatment is extremely effective. May include stretching.
How To Massage Your Partner (1.5 hr- $195)
Does your partner always ask you to soothe away their neck, shoulder or back pain, and after five minutes you have no idea what to do? Have you always wanted to give your partner a relaxing, soothing massage? If so, this is for you! This hour and a half relaxed session, incorporates the best techniques that guide you so you can give your partner the best most healing & peaceful massage. During this relaxing session you will also learn what to do and what not to do, where and how to apply pressure properly, so you don’t hurt yourself or your partner. Half of the time I will coach one partner, while the other is on the table, then the other half I will coach the other partner. This session is intended to teach you how to work on your partner or family, not an advance session. It will be relaxing and fun. It is open to any partners. Please email with questions.
Guided Relaxation Session (45 mins- $70)
The focus of this session is to get you to relax, breathe and visualize yourself in a new and empowering way. It is aimed at helping you be less nervous and anxious and worry less. It can help you with your performance at work, in sports and in everyday life. It’s for those wanting to change bad habits and those wanting to lose weight, among other things. You will leave with tools that will help you on a daily basis. Guided relaxation and visualization sessions are being used by professional athletes, corporate leaders and actors to help them be more relaxed and achieve their goals. You will be on a massage table, fully dressed.