Benefits from Consistent Massage Therapy
Massage is a healing art that has been around for thousands of years, documented to have been used in ancient China and Egypt. It emerged in the 18th century as Swedish massage and has played a role in the health of many people since then. While massage is often thought of as a way to relieve stress, there are many other benefits to having regular massage therapy as part of your wellness plan.
Here are some of the most important benefits of massage therapy:
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Stress Relief- Having regular massage relieves stress and muscle tension and helps to relieve symptoms of chronic stress.
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Pain Relief - Massage may relieve pain and muscle tension which allows your muscles to relax and move more freely, thereby relieving pain.
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Circulation Support - Massage may improve vascular circulation. As the muscles are massaged, blood flow is improved, bringing nourishment to the muscles and releasing toxins.
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Immune System Support - Research shows that having a massage increases the production of white blood cells which play a role in defending the body from disease.
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Sport Event Preparation - Sports massage can help to improve range of movement and flexibility of muscles, as well as improving circulation, the goal of any athlete.
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Mental & Emotional Health Support - Research shows that massage increases the release of neurotransmitters, including serotonin and dopamine, which are involved in depression. Regular massage also results in the release of the hormone oxytocin which helps you to feel more connected and less isolated from others.
Please note that Massage Therapy is meant for complementary care. If you need medical attention please see your doctor.
Massage Therapy Providers & Services Offered
Nikki Schmidt, LMT, RMT
Independent Contractor
Services & Pricing Offered:
Enriching Massage 60 minutes: $ 90.00
Enriching Massage 90 minutes: $ 125.00
Options included with these massages:
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Essential Oils
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Cupping
This gentle, soothing massage combines Lymphatic Massage
with subtle Energy Healing and invites the body into deep relaxation. Lymphatic Massage supports the body to release toxins which leave
the body naturally, while supporting cellular absorption of fresh nutrients.
Why "gentle"? The lymphatic system is just below the skin and the light touch of the therapist serves to completely open the lymphatic flow, rather than compressing it with pressure.
Nikki activating the body's "calm" center using gentle brain balancing techniques through Integrated Alignment and Reiki. This can facilitate the flow of spinal fluid to the brain stem, offering the opportunity to experience a sense of stability, peace, ease, and joy.
Here are some symptoms that may be improved by an Enriching Massage with Nikki:
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Pain
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Inflammation
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Swelling
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Recovery time after surgery or injury
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Edema
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Fatigue
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Anxiety and Depression
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Mental stress
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Emotional stress
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Auto-immune dis-eases
Here are some examples of improvements that clients have experienced:
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Improved vitality
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Better endurance
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More energy
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Able to relax more easily
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Better quality of sleep
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Higher quality of life
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Sense of peace
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Please complete your New Patient Forms prior to your visit. You may complete your form electronically or print them, fill them out, and bring them to your first session. If you choose to fill out the new patient form in-office, please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to do so.
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We use clean linens for every client and LMT's wash their hands before and after every session.
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You will receive 55-60 minutes of hands-on time depending on the session and your immediate needs.
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We ask that you remove all clothing and jewelry, and you will be covered by linens and draped so that the only exposed areas of your body are the ones actively being worked on. You are welcome to keep any clothing on if you feel more comfortable doing so. Your LMT will adjust to fit your needs and comfort levels.
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Massage Therapy works best when it is received with sufficient frequency. Your therapist may suggest that you return for addition session for a specific number of times per week or month for maximum effectiveness. Once your health is balanced, you can then enjoy Massage Therapy regularly to stay healthy.
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Your Massage Therapist may also suggest specific stretching routines, meditation techniques, wellness coaching, or energy work.