TECHNIQUES
ASHIATSU (BAREFOOT MASSAGE)
With Ashiatsu you can expect deep tension relief and deep relaxation simultaneously. The broadness of the foot evenly disperses pressure across large muscle groups with a soothing yet deep palpation. Ashiatsu mostly occurs on the posterior chain but on occasion is performed on the anterior side of the body as well. Depending on session length Ashiatsu can be combined with other modalities. Many clients say it feels like your body is getting steamrolled - in a good way. Ashiatsu may have contraindications due to disease and/or current/previous injuries. You can learn more about Ashiatsu here at DeepFeet Bar Therapy where I completed my training.
SWEDISH
The primary focus of Swedish massage is to soothe & regulate the nervous system. Working with superficial muscles; techniques include long gliding strokes, kneading & rhythmic motions. Swedish can be applied with varying degrees of pressure ranging from light to firm per your request. Swedish massage usually consists of full body treatment but can be customized to omit certain areas of the body based on client preferences. During intake we will determine a flow for your mostly full body, or perhaps quadrant(upper/lower/front/back/extra time on feet, etc) of the body session. Swedish is a wonderful modality on most any occasion.
DEEP TISSUE
Deep Tissue sessions will consist of a focus on 1-2 primary areas per session. We will assess possible causes of pain such as lifestyle factors, repetitive stress and/or traumatic injury. Gradually working superficial to deep we allow the body to open on it's own accord working through tension and soothing the nervous system simultaneously. These sessions are somewhat more interactive between practitioner and client by monitoring comfort levels, ranges of motion, active/passive movements etc. The best results are seen with dedication over multiple treatments. The goal is to reset the communication pathways between muscles & fascia to reduce visits and chronic pain all together. With conscious touch, deep tissue can be performed in a way that is relaxing and minimizes pain during + after sessions.
SALT STONE
The basic structure and flow to stone massage is very similar to a Swedish massage with a combination hot stones and touch using long gliding strokes. As with all sessions this modality is customizable to suit client needs and requests with an ability to give extra attention to specific areas. Stone massage can relieve deep tension without overworking tissues which can be called for during recovery from semi-recent sprains, pulls or tears. As with all modalities there are common contraindications for hot stones. Hot stone treatments are only offered at 75 & 90 minutes.
