SERVICES
Healing Thai Bodyworks allows clients to mix and match services so that you can create the session that is perfect for you. Each customized massage session is tailored to your specific needs. You can request a therapeutic technique in advance (scroll down for a full list) or you can simply let your therapist know your goal for receiving a massage and she will create the perfect session for you. To enhance your massage experience you may complement your customized massage session by scheduling in combination with a item from our various massage types.
Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than more classic forms of massage. Thai massage is also called Thai yoga massage, because the therapist uses his or her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like stretches. Many people say Thai massage is like doing yoga without any work.
Deep Tissue massage refers to specific techniques that work the deeper layers of muscle, tendons, and fascia to help realign tissue and relieve muscle tension. Neuromuscular massage therapy aims at restoring balance between soft tissue, muscles, tendons, and connective tissue with the central nervous system. It's focus is to eliminate or decrease pain by locating and softening trigger points in the muscle (nodules of contracted muscle fibers or "knots") using static pressure. Injury, trauma, or poor postural habits can cause muscle dysfunction and promote the activation of trigger points. Pain is generally transferred or triggered beyond the site of the point causing discomfort and stress.
Hot Stone massage is a specialized treatment integrating heated smooth volcanic stones throughout a basic massage session. The warm stones are actively moved on your body and never left "sitting" along your back; as you may have been mislead in spa photographs. Hot Stone massage is great during cold months to help soften muscles and target tight areas, allowing your massage therapist to work more effectively. Our hot stones are carefully heated and sanitized for each treatment. Hot stone massage is not recommended if you have high blood pressure, diabetes or are pregnant. 90 minutes is suggested for the full benefits of this deeply relaxing service.
Swedish massage uses specific techniques including effleurage (long strokes), petrissage (kneading) and friction designed to reduce muscle tension, increase circulation, and improve range of motion and joint movement. This more rhythmic style of massage helps restore balance in the body and promotes deep relaxation easing the effects of stress on the body and mind.
Other healing techniques available: Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, Yoga Stretching, Facial Massage, Foot Massage, Movement Education, Meditation Guidance, Breathing Techniques, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage. If you are interested in receiving any of these treatments or combining them with other treatments, contact us.
