Registered Massage Therapy

Myofascial release is a type of physical therapy often used to treat chronic pain disorders caused by sensitivity and tightness in your myofascial tissues.This technique involves massaging and stretching the areas that feel rigid with light manual pressure. It is also used to strengthen and improve the range of muscle mobility by applying gentle muscle contractions to relax and lengthen the muscles.

Cupping is an ancient form of alternative medicine involving decompression of the soft tissues using vacuum suction. During cupping, the special cups are gently and painlessly applied to the skin; lifting the underlying soft tissue into the cup for a few minutes.

Individuals utilize this treatment for a variety of purposes to include (but not limited to):

• Inflammation
• Blood Flow (varicose veins, hypertension)
• Rheumatic Diseases (arthritis, fibromyalgia)
• Relaxation and Well-being
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Migraines
• Anxiety and Depression

The modern practice of Indian Head Massage is an Ayurvedic treatment that includes deep thumb and finger pressure, and relaxing effleurage techniques to the upper back, shoulders, backs of the arms, neck, scalp, hair, and face with the use of warmed up essential oils. The different pressures and rhythms used target three energy flow centres by removing blockages and flushing out toxins and helps to accomplish deep relaxation and decreased stress throughout the body.

Some benefits of receiving an Indian Head Massage include:

• Reduce stress
• Increase in circulation
• Reduce tension headaches
• Helps relieve neck and shoulder tension and stiffness, and sinus congestion
• Increased relaxation, leading to a more restful sleep
• Relieves mental fatigue
• Added hydration to dry scalp
• Healthy nutrients from oils for hair, leaving hair feeling softer