E-Gift Cards Now available with the above link
Services available: Massage Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy
GIFT CERTIFICATES are available to purchase for the following services also!
for: Heather Curry, RMT - for new clients and Lindsay Leduc, RMT
Massage Therapy Rates 2023 October (include HST):
30 minute massage …… - .............................. - $70
45 minutes …… - ……………………….. - $90
60 minutes …… - ………………………… - $100 * most popular
75 minutes……. - ……………………….. - $125
90 minutes …… - ………………………… - $150
Craniosacral therapy with Heather Curry
60 minutes …… - ………………………… - $100
75 minutes……. - ……………………….. - $125
Also available:
Hot Stone Massage: 60 minutes … - ............................... - $120
90 minutes… - - ………………………….. $170
Descriptions of massage techniques:
Therapeutic Massage: (Heather or Lindsay)
Therapeutic Massage is done by a Registered Massage Therapist and is based on
Swedish Massage Techniques, which simply means that an oil or lotion is used
with variety of techniques to loosen the soft tissue of the muscles and to
increase circulation. The massage therapist will use other techniques as well
such as Trigger point therapy to release the 'knots' in the muscle belly;
myofascial release techniques to help free the connective tissue that surrounds
the muscles and joints as well as some stretching techniques. Massage therapy
helps for muscle tension and circulation, to help speed recovery from sports and
injuries as well as insomnia, headaches and many other complaints.
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) - with Heather
CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning
of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the
membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal
cord.
By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as
a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease,
and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and
dysfunction.
These treatments have an assessment and often are combined with muscle energy, myofascial release, or visceral manipulation.
To learn more about CST - https://www.upledger.com/therapies/articles.php
Pre Natal Massage: (Heather or Lindsay)
Using Swedish massage as a base, prenatal massage may include deep tissue work to the neck and shoulders, lymphatic drainage to relieve swelling in the hands and feet, face and scalp massage to relieve headaches. If indicated and appropriate, breast massage may be included. Abdominal massage may be performed on low risk pregnancies after the first trimester. Like all treatments, we will tailor the massage to best suit your needs.
Recommended for: Clients experiencing a safe, uneventful pregnancy, clients with some complications who have the consent of their physician, clients dealing with stress and anxiety, insomnia, muscle and joint pain, tender breasts.
Not recommended for: Clients with conditions that put them at a high risk for miscarriage or severe health complications.
Benefits of Prenatal Massage
The Body Cushion system is available here. It allows the pregnant client to lie comfortably on their stomach well into the second trimester. Padded bolsters support the chest, low back and ankles, while cutouts allow the breasts and stomach to rest comfortably. Usually in the third trimester, the client will lie on their side. The Body Cushion is not recommended for clients experiencing a higher risk pregnancy.
Hot Stone Massage (Heather or Lindsay):
This is a massage that combines therapeutic massage with Heated Stones. The
massage therapist massages the muscles with the heated stones allowing the heat
to warm the tissues and to further increase circulation and waste product
removal from the tissues. It enhances the treatment allowing you to feel very
relaxed and rejuvenated.
Thai Massage: * Not available at this time
Also know as "yoga for lazy people". Traditional Thai Massage is a 2500 year
old healing art from Thailand that combines acupressure, stretching and
supported yoga postures with a rhythmic and meditative approach. Joints are
gently loosened, muscles are stretched and internal organs are stimulated while
you achieve a deep state of relaxation. Thai Massage helps to increase your
flexibility and improve your overall sense of well-being. It is done over yoga
type clothes on a comfortable mat on the floor while the therapist moves the client through
yoga type movements. Full treatments not available at this time, but some of the movements and stretches can be incorporated on the table during the massage.
Muscle Energy Technique: (Heather or Lindsay)
What is it?
Developed by an osteopathic physician, the muscle energy technique is a
non-invasive method of manual therapy. It is said to help with
relieving pain, fixing joint issues, reducing edema and improving a person's
range of motion. It is based on reciprocal inhibition, which is a theory that
describes how muscles react. Based on reciprocal inhibition, the muscles located
to one side of a joint relax when the muscles on the other side of the joint
contract. An indirect type of pressure is applied to the muscle - the client
resists movement, causing the muscle to contract and then relax. The idea is
that the muscle will stretch further after each contraction.
The muscle energy technique is often used by athletes as a preventative
measure against potential injury in the course of sports.
Therapeutic Massage is done by a Registered Massage Therapist and is based on
Swedish Massage Techniques, which simply means that an oil or lotion is used
with variety of techniques to loosen the soft tissue of the muscles and to
increase circulation. The massage therapist will use other techniques as well
such as Trigger point therapy to release the 'knots' in the muscle belly;
myofascial release techniques to help free the connective tissue that surrounds
the muscles and joints as well as some stretching techniques. Massage therapy
helps for muscle tension and circulation, to help speed recovery from sports and
injuries as well as insomnia, headaches and many other complaints.
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) - with Heather
CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning
of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the
membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal
cord.
By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as
a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease,
and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and
dysfunction.
These treatments have an assessment and often are combined with muscle energy, myofascial release, or visceral manipulation.
To learn more about CST - https://www.upledger.com/therapies/articles.php
Pre Natal Massage: (Heather or Lindsay)
Using Swedish massage as a base, prenatal massage may include deep tissue work to the neck and shoulders, lymphatic drainage to relieve swelling in the hands and feet, face and scalp massage to relieve headaches. If indicated and appropriate, breast massage may be included. Abdominal massage may be performed on low risk pregnancies after the first trimester. Like all treatments, we will tailor the massage to best suit your needs.
Recommended for: Clients experiencing a safe, uneventful pregnancy, clients with some complications who have the consent of their physician, clients dealing with stress and anxiety, insomnia, muscle and joint pain, tender breasts.
Not recommended for: Clients with conditions that put them at a high risk for miscarriage or severe health complications.
Benefits of Prenatal Massage
- Relieves muscle and joint pain caused by changes to the body
- Soothes stress and anxiety
- Reduces swelling in the face, hands and feet
- Relieves leg cramps
- Treats carpal tunnel syndrome brought on by swelling in the arms and hands
- Alleviates foot and ankle pain caused by increased weight
- Can help with symptoms of sciatica and hip pain
The Body Cushion system is available here. It allows the pregnant client to lie comfortably on their stomach well into the second trimester. Padded bolsters support the chest, low back and ankles, while cutouts allow the breasts and stomach to rest comfortably. Usually in the third trimester, the client will lie on their side. The Body Cushion is not recommended for clients experiencing a higher risk pregnancy.
Hot Stone Massage (Heather or Lindsay):
This is a massage that combines therapeutic massage with Heated Stones. The
massage therapist massages the muscles with the heated stones allowing the heat
to warm the tissues and to further increase circulation and waste product
removal from the tissues. It enhances the treatment allowing you to feel very
relaxed and rejuvenated.
Thai Massage: * Not available at this time
Also know as "yoga for lazy people". Traditional Thai Massage is a 2500 year
old healing art from Thailand that combines acupressure, stretching and
supported yoga postures with a rhythmic and meditative approach. Joints are
gently loosened, muscles are stretched and internal organs are stimulated while
you achieve a deep state of relaxation. Thai Massage helps to increase your
flexibility and improve your overall sense of well-being. It is done over yoga
type clothes on a comfortable mat on the floor while the therapist moves the client through
yoga type movements. Full treatments not available at this time, but some of the movements and stretches can be incorporated on the table during the massage.
Muscle Energy Technique: (Heather or Lindsay)
What is it?
Developed by an osteopathic physician, the muscle energy technique is a
non-invasive method of manual therapy. It is said to help with
relieving pain, fixing joint issues, reducing edema and improving a person's
range of motion. It is based on reciprocal inhibition, which is a theory that
describes how muscles react. Based on reciprocal inhibition, the muscles located
to one side of a joint relax when the muscles on the other side of the joint
contract. An indirect type of pressure is applied to the muscle - the client
resists movement, causing the muscle to contract and then relax. The idea is
that the muscle will stretch further after each contraction.
The muscle energy technique is often used by athletes as a preventative
measure against potential injury in the course of sports.