"A healthy body is the guest-chamber of the soul;

                               a sick, its prison."

                                                           - Francis Bacon  

Remedial Massage

Remedial Massage is for those clients who have injuries or ongoing issues that need a more direct approach.  If you struggle with persistant neck, shoulder or back pain, an injury, or are recovering from surgery, this is the massage for you.

The techniques are used to target problem areas and can be uncomfortable.  However, these techniques are very effective in resolving issues.

Some techniques used are:

• Direct Myofascial Release
• Vacuum Cupping
• Myofascial Trigger Point Release
• Deep Tissue
• Stretching
• Transverse Frictions
• Soft Tissue Release
• Muscle Energy Technique (MET)
• Bowen Therapy

What conditions/issues can this type of massage treat?

Remedial Massage is particularly effective in treating ongoing:

• Neck & Shoulder Aches/Pains and Stiffness
• Back Pain
• Postural issues
• Recovery from Surgery (hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, etc)
• Recovery from Sprains/Strains and Tears.

Other specific, diagnosed, conditions Remedial Massage is effective in resolving are:

• Rotator Cuff issues
• Frozen Shoulder and Adhesive Capsulitis (Yes, there is a difference!)
• Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Traction Periostitis)     
• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondolitis)
• Golfers' Elbow (Medial Epicondolitis)
• Plantar fasciitis (fasciosis)