Massage

What is Massage? Massage is the manipulation of the body's soft tissues. Massage techniques are commonly applied with hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearms, feet or a device. The purpose of massage is generally for the treatment of body stress or pain.

How can it help me? One of the immediate benefits of massage is a feeling of deep relaxation and calm. This occurs because massage prompts the release of endorphins – the brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) that produce feelings of wellbeing.

Levels of stress hormones, such as adrenalin, cortisol and norepinephrine, are also reduced. Studies indicate that high levels of stress hormones impair the immune system.

Some of the physical benefits of massage and myotherapy include:

• reduced muscle tension

• improved circulation

• stimulation of the lymphatic system

• reduction of stress hormones

• relaxation

• increased joint mobility and flexibility

• improved skin tone

• improved recovery of soft tissue injuries

• heightened mental alertness

• reduced anxiety and depression.

Here is a list of our practitioners that practice Massage: 

Elizabeth Paxson - Lymphatic Drainage, Thai Yoga Massage, Burn Scar Massage, SMRT Positional Release Technique, Deep Tissue, Visceral & Pelvic Floor Bodywork

Sherry Brokaw - Thai Yoga Massage

Cheri Pickett - Massage 

Wellness for Wanderers - Thai Yogassage