BENEFITS:  Therapeutic massage offers a drug-free, non-invasive approach based on the body's natural ability to heal itself from acute or chronic illness and injury such as:  

  Age related conditions                       Depression                                                 Neck and Shoulder pain 
  Arthritis (osteo & rheumatoid)         Fibromyalgia                                             Reduced range of motion
  Asthma                                                  Gastrointestinal disorders                     Sleep disorders
  Back pain                                              Headaches (ie. tension or migraine)      Sports injuries 
  Carpal tunnel syndrome                     High Blood Pressure                              Strains & Sprains
  Chronic and acute pain                       Immune function disorders                   Stress
  Chronic Fatigue Syndrome                Insomnia                                                   TMJ dysfunction
  Circulatory problems                          Myofascial Pain

To inquire about a condition not listed above, to ask for scientific documentation and/or to discuss your particular difficulty in detail, please contact me!  An increasing number of research studies show massage reduces heart rate, lowers blood pressure, increases blood circulation and lymph flow, relaxes muscles, improves range of motion and increases endorphins (enhancing traditional medical treatment). And, although therapeutic massage by itself cannot increase muscle strength, it can stimulate weak, inactive muscles partially compensating for the lack of exercise and inactivity resulting from illness or injury.  In addition, adding neuromuscular re-education techniques for those clients with some muscle control, muscles can gain strength and definition.  Massage can also hasten and lead to a more complete recovery from exercise stress or injuries.   Please go to "Massage Definitions" to view the types of Massage Therapy practiced in my office.

Contraindications can include certain forms of cancer, Phlebitis, some cardiac problems, some skin conditions, and infectious diseases.