BENEFITS OF THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE:
Imagine experiencing the rejuvention, relaxation and revitalization of a therapeutic massage with all the optimum benefits of medicine~ through rehabilitation.
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* Deep Tissue Massage: very specific, deep pressure for clients with increased muscle tone in which is aggravated from the contraction or spasm of that muscle. Deep Tissue Massage manipulates the muscle while helping the muscle release its tension. $75.00/hr.
* Nueromuscular Therapy: for persons with extreme pain and health conditions, this technique re-educates the memory of the muscle and aids the muscle in to a correctional process that is stimulated from the nerve stems of the muscle fibers- which is generally where pain is initiated from.
$70.00/hr.
* Swedish Massage: a gentle, relaxing massage using ancient techniques to stimulate and enhance the circulatory system, lymphatic system, muscular system, and improve overall health. $65.00/hr.
* Polarity Therapy Session (Energy Works): a relaxing technique that involves a mimimum amount of actual massage, but involves more breathing, meditation and a systematic process of rocking and cradling while the therapist and client connects with there energy. $85.00/hr.
* Hot Stone Massage: Massage involving the use of heated stones which are strategically placed on various parts of the body such as the spine, lower back, in between toes and fingers, chest and other areas that are fatigued and sore. Oil may be placed on the hot stone and gently rubbed onto the client. This technique has been proven to be very effective in relieving painful conditions that many clients suffer from. Hot Stone Massage has also been proven to be effective in clients with depression and anxiety. $70.00/hr.
* Cryotherapy (Ice Massage) - for muscles that are inflammed or after an injury/trauma, this modality has been proven very effective. An ice cup is strategically massaged onto the part of the clients body that is inflammed. This massage is done in a quickly-stroked manner as to not cause a discomfort to the client due to the extreme temperature of the ice. This has proven to be effective in reducing inflammation and fevers. $65.00/hr
* Trigger Point Therapy: This technique releases painful-causing points in the muscles and tissues that may be the culprit to many of the problems that the client is facing such as: headaches, toothaches, lowerbach pain, neck pain, hip pain and other common aches experienced. $75.00/hr.
* Headache-Relief Technique: For people who suffer from constant headache symtoms, this is the therapy that would prove to be very effective. This technique focuses specifically on the main muscles that cause headaches and eye pain such as the neck, base of the head, temple area, forehead and other headache causing tender points in the body. This has proven to be very effective even in clients that suffer from migraines.
$60.00/hr.
* Myo-facial Stretch Technique: This technique stretches and lengthens tight, contracted and stiffened muscles. Usually no more than a 30 minute session is suggested. $40.00/.30min. or $75.00/1hr.
* Spine/Joint Stabilization Technique: This technique is used for people with pain caused by spine/back/hip conditions (such as scoliosis, lordosis, kyophosis e.t.c). Compression is focused in the hip and lower back area to assist the muscles and joints in that area to be stabled and adjusted.(This technique should in no way be confused by an adjustment that is performed by a chiropractor. This technique is associated only within the muscle region. The muscles do the job of stabilizing the joints). $50.00/50min.
* Pregnancy Massage: This technique is used to help destress, relax, and relieve discomfort/pain to the expecting mother. Gentle massage that is intended only to give relaxing comfort to the client. No deep pressure of any kind is to be performed on the client. $55.00/hr.
* Fybromyalgia/Muscle Pain Syndrome Massage: This massage is especially formulated for those suffering from complicated disorders such as fibromyalgia, muscle pain syndrome, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, lupus and other muscle/tissue pain and auto-immune disorders. $70.00/hr.
* Chair Massage: This massage is performed on a portable massage chair that is utilized by the therapist in which the client remains fully clothed while a massage is performed to the back, neck and possibly the arms and lower legs if needed. Chair massage is often performed to promote business and encourage clients to follow-up with a full body massage on a massage table while in a professional setting of tranquil ambiance. $1.00/per min.
* Shiatsu: The meaning is derived from the word meaning "Shi"=Finger and "atsu"=Pressure. So this is a technique that involves specific finger pressure to points on the body which corresponds to organs of the body(Accupressure).This technique has been proven to help with many conditions that clients may suffer from. This is a very slow and relaxed therapy session. $80.00/hr.
*Lymphatic Drainage: A technique of sequence that involves the manipulation of the the lymphatic system by draining or flushing out impurities that contaminate the lymphatic system and affect the immune system. The lymphatic system and the immune system work together to help fight off infection and disease. (This is mostly why the lymph nodes may swell when a person gets a cold or infection). $90.00/hr.
*Sugar or salt scrub massages: This type of pampered massage helps to detoxify the skin by drawing out the impurities that are trapped in our pores which can penetrate deep within the muscles and in turn, cause several signs of debilitation and toxin build-up within a persons body. This massage consists of a massage (vigorous rub down) with a mixture of natural oils and sea salt and/or other natural grains that provide exfoliation to the skin. Towards the end of the massage, the client is then pampered with a warm/hot moist heat towel along with a Swedish massage with warm oil. $85.00.
*Fire Cupping: Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine in which a local suction is created on the skin. Cupping has been characterized as a pseudoscience. Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. This suction draws out toxins and stagnant energy within the muscles of the body. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage. The suction and negative pressure provided by cupping can loosen muscles, encourage blood flow, and sedate the nervous system (which makes it an excellent treatment for high blood pressure). Cupping is used to relieve back and neck pains, stiff muscles, anxiety, fatigue, migraines, rheumatism, and even cellulite. The therapist will put a flammable substance such as alcohol, herbs, or paper in a cup and set it on fire. As the fire goes out, he puts the cup upside down on your skin.
As the air inside the cup cools, it creates a vacuum. This causes your skin to rise and redden as your blood vessels expand. The cup is generally left in place for up to 3 minutes.
This type of therapy may leave red or black circle shaped marks on the area of application. These marks are the evident results of the toxins being drawn up to the surface of your skin before it is flushed out and eliminated through the body's natural waste system. The more toxins in the body, the more chance of possible marks on the area of application. These marks may last from a couple of days, to a couple of weeks- as the body eliminates the toxins.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
CONTACT ROBIN DEAN, LMT FOR INQUIRIES OF APPOINTMENT SET-UP @ 843-614-0373. YOU MAY EMAIL ME ABOUT QUESTIONS ON MASSAGE TOPICS, CONCERNS OR APPOINTMENT SET UP AT: robindean.lmt@therapist.net
SOME INSURANCE ACCEPTED. FOR SERIOUS CONDITIONS, A DOCTORS RELEASE FORM MUST BE ISSUED UPON REQUEST VIA INITIAL CONSULTATIVE ASSESSMENT.
There are many techniques that may be used during a massage/rehabilitation session. Altering of pressure, sequence and type of techniques being used will be assessed during the treatment session. For fragile clients, presice and gentle, yet effective care will be utilized. Examples of fragile clients are:
Cancer Patients
Older Patients
Patients with Rhematoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Muscle Pain Syndrome and other severe pain causing disorders
*NOTE: Patients under doctors care will be advised to obtain a doctors release form in order for therapy session to proceed.
It is very important to drink plenty of water following a massage session. This is important due to the fact that massage improves circulation. While circulation flow is increased, it assists in flushing out the toxins in the body that are broken up within the muscles. Drinking plenty of water helps to flush these toxins and impurities out of the body. If proper fluid intake is NOT administered, the client may get side effects such as lethargy and a feeling of malaise. This is because the body is pulling at whatever fluid is already in the body to help flush out the toxins. Dehydration results along with a build up of toxin- from being accumulated and not completely and properly flushed out of the system.
Even if plenty of fluid is taken after a massage, a person may still feel a discomfort or weak feeling. Every person is different, therefore, some may feel very relaxed and much better in regards to health immediately. The lethargic feeling that some may experience is caused from the body trying to adjust and accept the healing process. The muscles may be sore in some clients that may have received a deep tissue massage. As the muscles adjust to the removal of toxin, the client will also adjust to this process and feel invigorated and rejuvenated. This may take 2 to 3 days.
Herbal oils, creams and lotions are not only beneficial for the purpose of providing lubrication during a massage setting, but most herbal oils have many medicinal benefits that tailor to the condition of the client. Care and Caution is also needed in this case. Just as certain oils can be a benefit during massage, there are also certain oils that can cause harm to some clients with certain ailments or conditions. For example: peppermint oil should not be used with pregnant clients. Pepperment oil may cause harm to the unborn child and fragile expecting mother.
It is very important for the energy of the client and the ambiance to connect. If the client is not comfortable or at ease by there surroundings, then it would be harder for the relaxation process to come into effect. Aromatherapy needs to be adjusted to clients with respiratory conditions and sensitivity to aromas. Lighting of the room should be adjusted to a peaceful, relaxing tone in order to promote a relaxing mood.