Orthopedic Massage

Orthopedic Massage Therapy is a specific treatment and multidisciplinary approach to relieve pain caused by dysfunctional joints and injuries. It focuses on the soft tissue surrounding the joints that create movement or limit its range. It is more specific than other massage therapies as it involves advanced and more effective techniques. Benefits to Orthopedic Massage -Help you recover and improve your health - Help you get back to normal activities - Decrease pain - Reduce muscle load, stiffness and tightness eliminating overall tension - Increase range of motion, flexibility and activity performance - Restore balance, providing quality of life Repetitive stress injuries and cumulative trauma can result in musculoskeletal disorders. Daily activities such as household tasks and sports can cause injuries. Postural issues can create tension. Orthopedic Massage facilitates post-surgery rehabilitation. Common injuries ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries - Sciatica - SI joint dysfunction - TOS (Thoracic Outlet Syndrome) - Rotator Cuff Injuries - Tennis Elbow - Golfer’s Elbow - Plantar Fasciitis - Bursitis - Frozen Shoulder - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Patella Tracking Disorder-IT Band Syndrome

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Therapeutic Massage

Massage therapy is known to affect the circulation of the blood and the flow of blood and lymph system, reduce muscular tension or flaccidity, affect the nervous system and enhances tissue healing. Therapeutic Massage Promotes: Greater flexibility and range of motion Relief of stress and aides of relaxation Promotion of deeper and easier breathing

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Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral Therapy A gentle, hands-on approach that releases tension deep in the body to relieve pain and dysfunction and improve whole-body health and performance. Using a soft touch which is generally no greater then 5 grams-about the weight of a nickel. Practitioners release restriction in the soft tissue that surrounds the central nervous system. Conditions CST addresses Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Migraines and Headaches Chronic Neck and Back Pain Autism Stress and Tension-Related Diisorders Motor-Coordination Impairments Chronic Fatigue TMJ and much more

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TMJ Dysfunction

Silvia will start by releasing the muscles in the upper back and shoulders with heat and cupping. She will also work through your collar bone, chest, and neck to help relax all of the areas surrounding and connected to the temporomandibular joint.

There are two main methods to a TMJ massage, the first being extra-orally, or outside of the mouth. When working outside, Silvia will focus on your chewing muscles around the face.

The second method is intra-orally, or in the mouth. Prior to beginning intra-oral massage, Silvia will put on a pair of gloves. Treatments are usually weekly for 4 weeks then regular maintenance.

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Prenatal Massage

Prenatal Massage Massage can reduce stress hormones in your body and relax and loosen your muscles. Improve blood flow, which is so important when you are pregnant. Keeps your lymphatic system working at peak performance by flushing out toxins in your body Connects you to your body and baby Relieve insomnia, joint pain and back pain, leg cramping and sciatica and carpal tunnel pai

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Hot Stone Therapy

Therapeutic Massage with Hot Stone Therapy works on a more gentle approach to the body. This is a wonderful treatment for those who do not like the deep tissue approach but still needs to address the chronic pain. Hot Stone induces relaxation, addresses trigger points and improves range of motion

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K Tapping

Kinesiology Therapeutic tape (KT) is used to support and relieve pain in the muscles, joints and ligaments. It reduces swelling, increases mobility and enhances recovery. Allow 5 minutes of within your treatment time to apply KT. (price 10.00 per region)

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