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Enjoy Stress Relief
with Therapeutic Massage!

Massage and connected bodywork techniques can release painful muscle tension, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, and reduce mental and physical fatigue.  Massage is one of the most effective ways available to reduce stress.  While it is a healthful and enjoyable experience, most people often wonder, “What will it actually be like?”

What are some types of massage?

Swedish massage is what most people think of when massage is mentioned.  It uses long flowing strokes, deep kneading, surface friction, and joint movement.

Many therapists trained in specialized forms of bodywork use a combination of techniques.  For example, there are special techniques to relieve painful trigger points, aid lymph drainage, realign and heal injured tissue, or restore the natural balance and flow of energy throughout the body.

What is the first appointment like?

Your massage therapist will start by asking you general health questions since there are some conditions for which massage is not appropriate.

For a full body massage, most people undress completely, though you may choose to wear your underwear.  Your massage therapist will give you privacy to undress, and you will be covered except for the area being worked on.  You will relax on the biomat.   The room will be comfortable and quiet, often with soft music to create a relaxing atmosphere.  Your massage therapist will use a lubricant, such as light oil or lotion, which is good for your skin and absorbs well.  For some types of bodywork, no oil is used.  A massage or bodywork session usually begins with gentle pressure to calm your nervous system and begin releasing superficial tension.  Gradually, your therapist works more deeply to address specific areas.

“Patience is the ability to keep your motor idling when you feel like stripping your gears.”

What should I do during a massage?

Make yourself comfortable.  If your therapist wants you to adjust your position, the therapist will either move you (for instance lift your arm) or will tell you what is needed.  Otherwise, change your position anytime to make yourself more comfortable.
Some people prefer to talk during their massage-others close their eyes and relax completely.  It’s your massage.  Doing whatever feels natural to you is the best way to relax.

The desire to sigh or take a deep breath is a sign that you are relaxing.  In fact, natural deep breaths can help you relax.

How will a massage feel?

Massage on healthy tissue feels good.  The normal response is to slow down, breathe deeply, and relax. 

Your massage therapist will use gentle pressure, preparing you for deeper touch.

The most effective and deepest massage works with the body’s natural responses, not against them.  Working in the area of an injury or chronic pain may at first cause some discomfort, which usually lessens within the first few minutes.  Your massage therapist knows ways to minimize pain and will work carefully within what feels right to you.  Always tell your therapist if you feel any discomfort so she or he can adjust.

What Massage Can Do For You?

1. Relieves muscle tension, stiffness, and spasm
2. Promotes easier and deeper breathing
3. Improves circulation of blood and lymph fluids
4. Assists with removal of metabolic wastes
5. Reduces blood pressure
6. Relieves tension headaches and eye-strain
7. Improves posture
8. Strengthens the immune system

1. Provides a relaxed state of awareness
2. Reduces stress
3. Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately
4. Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity

• Reduces anxiety
• Creates a feeling of well being
• Satisfies the need for caring and nurturing touch
• Increases awareness of the mind-body connection

Call 502-348-9980 for your Therapeutic Massage.

You are invited to attend the

Festival of Healing and Spiritual Awareness

July 25th and 26th, 2009
at
Clarion Hotel and Conference Center
Louisville, Kentucky

Call 502-348-9980 for details
on how you can become an exhibitor
or how you can attend.

Booths are available.