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.
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy aims to gently and rhythmically move the lymph through the body, especially swollen areas of the body, relieving pressure and enhancing the functioning of the immune system. As both a preventative and remedial technique, LD can be used for a wide range of purposes including faster recovery from injury, reduction of swelling and discomfort from pregnancy, and strengthened resistance to illness.
Visceral Manipulation is a gentle manual therapy thar assesses the structural relations between the viscera and their fascial and ligamenous attachments to various systems of the body. There are restrictions that are interconnected with mechanical restrictions from within the abominal, thoracic and pelvic cavities. Restrictions in the entire musculoskeletal system are intertwined with the viscera and both systems benefit when both are addressed. Through gentle specificity of touch dysfunctions are addressed.
CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle yet powerful technique that is effective in releasing neck pain, back pain, and mental stress (among other things). It does this by optimizing the movement of cerebrospinal fluid through the spine and around the skull. It tracks restrictions throughout the body through the bones and their fascial connections. Originally developed by physician William Sutherland, this therapy provides a very soothing and relaxing healing experience.
Reflexology is a type of bodywork that focuses on applying pressure to the specific nerve zones in your feet. Unlike other foot massages that intend to mostly relieve tension in the feet themselves, reflexology is a far more in-depth science that aims to harmonize your entire body. According to reflexology, every part of the human body is mapped into your feet. Reflexology treatments have been found to be highly effective for conditions such as allergies, headaches, and depression.
Acupressure is based on one the most ancient principles of healing - that simply touching a specific point on the body will release stress and improve health and circulation in the body. These pressure points also relieve muscle tension. It is based on the same powerfully mapped energy channels in the body also used in acupuncture. This simple and powerful technique has been shown to very effective in treating headaches, backaches, and even insomnia.
A light touch hands on treatment that releases local nerve restrictions while at the same time examines the effect these local fixations have on the rest of the body, and by accessing this relationship changes the more comprehensive dysfunction patterns in the body. It enhances proper functioning of the nervous system which communicates throughout the body.