deep tissue massage

deep tissue is a technique that requires a considerable amount of pressure, which allows the therapist to go below superficial connective tissue.

The purpose of this is to break up old structural patterns and allow the free flow of nutrients and oxygen in the blood. Deep-tissue may cause some discomfort but is exceptionally effective.

Athletes, individuals with chronic joint or muscle injuries, individuals that perform repetitive work that causes considerable strain on muscles and joints, as well as individuals who suffer from stress may all benefit from deep tissue massage.

trigger point therapy

trigger point therapy focuses on physical points of the body that cause pain and can be felt by touch. These trigger points can be subdivided into active and latent points. An active trigger point will hurt without being touched; it will send pain to another part of the body. a latent trigger point hurts only when being touched.

Individuals who have sustained injuries and those with trigger point problems may benefit from trigger point therapy.

sports massage and related injuries

This type of therapy is aimed at improving the client’s performance, preventing re-injury and shortening recovery time from injuries. Therefore it is one of the most effective forms of injury rehabilitation.

Acute trauma or repetitive stress associated with athletic or work related activities can affect bones or soft tissue (ligaments, muscles, tendons).
it is important to remember that many types of injuries don’t just affect athletes, but may also occur in workers in certain occupations. For example, the building trades often develop tennis elbow or golfers elbow.

Athletes, weekend warriors and anybody who performs strenuous physical activities may benefit from sport massage.

Myofascial Cupping

Myofascial cupping is a fabulous addition to the toolbox for Massage Therapists. It is a modified version of the ancient Eastern-style cupping which major differences include targeting the musculo-skeletal system rather than meridian systems used by traditional Chinese practitioners and using the cups in a moving sequence, rather than stationery.

Myofascial cupping uses oil so the cup can glide over the skin to release tension and congestion in the muscles. Most cupping procedures will create a red to dark red circle on the skin but will disappear within a week. The suction can be varied using a vacuum gun which dictates the level of negative pressure from deep to very subtle, allowing the MT to cup in areas not normally associated with traditional flame cups. By creating suction and negative pressure, cupping is used to: drain excess fluids and toxins, loosen adhesions and lift connective tissue, bring blood flow to stagnant skin and muscles, release fascia and stimulate the peripheral nervous system.