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Licensed Massage Therapist Since 1998
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Salem, Oregon Massage Practice Combines the Following
Massage Modalities
Swedish Massage
This style utilizes long, flowing
strokes, often but not necessarily in the direction of the
heart. Swedish massage is designed to increase circulation and
blood flow. There are six
basic strokes: effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement,
compression and vibrations.
Oil, cream, or
lotion is applied on the skin to reduce friction and allow
smooth strokes. This style of massage is generally attributed to
the Swedish fencing master and gymnastics teacher Per Henrik
Ling (1776-1839). The Dutch practitioner Johan Georg Mezger
(1838-1909) adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes
under which he systemized massage as we know it today, as
Swedish or classic massage.
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Trigger Point Therapy
(Also Known as Acupressure)
A
trigger point is an area of a muscle (about 50 cells) that
may refer pain sensations to other parts of the body.
Trigger Point Therapy applies manual pressure to these
points. With the proper pressure, duration and location,
immediate release of tension and improved muscular
functioning may occur. This therapy has
been known to diminish migraine pain, mock sciatica, mock carpal
tunnel syndrome and other pain syndromes, and other symptoms
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Myofascial Release
 Myofascial Release refers to the manual technique for stretching or releasing the
fascia with the aim to balance the body. Injuries, stress,
trauma, overuse and poor posture can cause restriction to
fascia.
The goal of
myofascial release is to release fascial restriction and allow
the muscles to move freely. This is usually done by applying
shear, compression or tension in various directions.
Other
massage services available . . .
Chair Massage
Most office-related physical symptoms can be attributed to loss of
circulation. Tight muscles caused by stress and sitting behind a
desk all day, especially at a work station that is not ergonomically
designed, can impede blood and lymph flow through the body. The
result is mental fogginess, decreased energy and susceptibility to
repetitive stress injuries, like carpal tunnel syndrome.
Chair massage
counters the circulatory problems inherent with office work—and
provide a appreciated break for employees. Sitting in a massage
chair opens up the back muscles, relieves strain on the neck and
provides a gentle respite for eyes usually glued to a computer
monitor. Even 15 minutes of massage to the neck, back, arms and
hands can increase circulation, returning energy levels and helping
keep the body injury free.
Barefoot
Deep Tissue Fijian Massage
This massage style
is a blend of Eastern barefoot techniques with Western manual
medicine. Because the therapist can apply a broad range of
pressure with ease and does not have to strain, more effort and
concentration can be used to manipulate tissue, release fascia,
as well as search for and attack trigger points and other
problems, regardless of client's size or build. Clients remain
loosely clothed and no oil is used, yet the therapeutic results
are greater than that from Swedish massage techniques. Sessions
may last 2 minutes or well over an hour. There is no walking on
the back.
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My mission is to provide therapeutic massage and bodywork for the enhancement of
health and well-being to individuals through nurturing treatments
that promote relaxation and self-healing.
The standard for success based on trust, expertise, professionalism,
and the personal touch that always putting the health and well-being
of clients first.
Benefits of Massage
Massage can nearly always improve mental health and attitude,
and performance at all levels. Typically a massage will
stretch and loosen muscles and connective tissue, improving
blood flow throughout the body to help the body remove
metabolic waste and infuse the cells and tissues with oxygen
and nutrients. Massage also works to simulate the sensory
receptors in skin and muscles, which bring attention to areas
that have been "cut off" by chronic tension.
Massage is known to release endorphins created by the body to
reduce pain. Massage helps to unblock and balance the flow of
life energy through the human system (known in various
cultures as life force, c'hi, prana, ki, kundalini, hara).
Mental,
Emotional & Physical Benefits of Massage
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Enhanced performance for athletes, musicians, & dancers
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Improved blood and lymph circulation
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Headache and eye strain relief
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Improved injury recover; pulls, sprains, strains and swelling
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Deep relaxation
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Release of muscle tension, soreness and stiffness
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Deeper, easier breathing
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Lower blood pressure
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Improved joint flexibility and range of motion
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Reduced muscle spasms
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Skin nourishment and vitality
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Strengthened immune system |
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Improved spinal alignment and movement efficiency
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Improved outlook |
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Improved alertness |
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Feeling of nurturing
and caring for yourself |
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Sense of well-being
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Anxiety reduction
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Experience the mind-body connection
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Reduced stress
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This past year I have had a great deal of stress in my life and
I found it so very helpful to get massages. Michael is so
professional and knowledgeable. He knew just how to work the
area of tension. I felt so much better. Thanks , Michael!!
