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Active Isolated Stretching

Developed by Aaron Mattes, Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is a dynamic system for improving your flexibility and overall well-being. As you probably already know, stretching your muscles not only reduces your chance of injury, but also strengthens your tendons and improves your circulation.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Due to the nature of the deep tissue work, open communication during the session is crucial to make sure you don't get too uncomfortable. Keep in mind that soreness is pretty common after the treatment, and that plenty of water should be ingested to aid with the flushing and removal of toxins that will have been released from the deep tissue during the session.

Myofascial Release

Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Direct myofascial release is sometimes known as deep tissue work. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.

Neuromuscular Therapy

Neuromuscular therapy is a system of massage techniques that were developed in the 1930's by Dr. Stanley Lief in England. It uses a holistic approach towards healing, emphasizing and stimulating the body's natural ability to heal itself. Neuromuscular therapy also enhances the function of joints and muscles, and accelerates the overall healing process by facilitating the release of endorphins.

Trigger Point Therapy

Trigger Point Therapy is a style of bodywork that focuses on stimulating and releasing "trigger points" in your body. Trigger points are tender areas of tension similar to acupressure points, except they occur in the belly of the muscle rather than along the energy pathways of the body. These "knots" are built up throughout a person's life due to physical, mental, and/or emotional stress. During a session, focused pressure is applied through a variety of techniques order to release your trigger points. This process can be quite painful at times, yet the effects are lasting and profoundly transformative.

Therapeutic Techniques

My style of therapeutic massage is an integration of numerous techniques.  I have developed and continue to hone an adept skill of physical analysis determined from the information you share with me to the actual reading of your tissue.  Myofascial Release assists in freeing adhesions, allowing me to work deeper within your comfort zone.  Trigger Point Therapy enables me to trace referral patterns to the origin of problems, often not so obvious.  Body Mobilization Techniques incorporate active and passive movement with massage to increase range of motion and lengthen muscle tissue.  Deep Muscle/Connective Tissue Massage contributes to the rehabilitation process and helps to release chronic tension. Sports Massage prepares the athlete for events as well as ensures a quicker recovery time.  Relaxation Techniques and Swedish Massage are keys to a healthy being.  Each session is tailored to your needs.  I believe that education, research, and follow up are very important to obtain results.

Positional Release Techniques

Positional Release Technique helps to soften the tissue to reach optimal results.  It is a very gentle method.  Clients may be able to reproduce the method and results for self-care.