Quality, Experienced, Healing Massage Therapy in Charlottesville, VA
A Healing Touch
404 8th Street NE
Suite B
Charlottesville, VA 22902
ph: 434-466-9075
karen
- Myofascial Release
- LaStone® Therapy
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
Karen has extensive training and experience in a number of massage therapy modalities. Below are the approaches that her clients have appreciated over the years. Please feel free to ask any questions you might have about these massage techniques to determine what will be best for you.
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Myofascial Release (MFR) is an approach that applies gentle, sustained pressure on the fascial (connective tissue) system. It feels like a good pain or stretch, and the release of the tension of the restricted fascia alleviates pain in problem areas. Fascia is interconnected throughout the whole body, and so this approach is not “choreographed” in a systematic way like other massage approaches. It works on the root of the issue to have a more lasting effect than a traditional massage. MFR can be incorporated into a full body massage but is often received as an individual session designed to relieve acute or chronic symptoms, such as low back pain or neck strain. With over 140 hours of training in MFR, it is my favorite for addressing chronic issues. If you would like to receive this treatment, please do not use any lotion, oil or moisturizing soaps on the day of your appointment. In addition, please bring loose gym shorts (and ladies, a sports bra).
See more about Myofascial Release at: www.myofascialrelease.com/mfr/mfr_what.asp
LaStone® Therapy is a multifaceted technique designed to provide therapeutic benefits in a unique manner. The effects of this treatment, which uses warm and cool stones, are phenomenal! The physiological benefits of applying alternating temperatures to the body have long been scientifically and medically proven. LaStone® Therapy creates a deep sense of relaxation as well as a reenergizing response. This in turn reduces stress and provides relief to aching muscles that cause us daily discomfort. www.LaStoneTherapy.com
90 min. $120
Swedish Massage is a soothing & therapeutic style of bodywork that uses oil (or lotion) with a variety of gentle strokes such as kneading, rolling, and percussion.
Studies published by the Touch Institute at the University of Miami have shown that massage: “Enhances attentiveness, alleviates depressive symptoms, reduces pain, reduces stress hormones & improves immune function”.
www6.miami.edu/touch-research/Research.html
60 min. $80
90 min. $120
Deep Tissue Massage is just that, a deeper form of massage that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of muscular tissue. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas, restrictions & overall musculo-skeletal issues.
60 min. $80
90 min. $120
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A Healing Touch
404 8th Street NE
Suite B
Charlottesville, VA 22902
ph: 434-466-9075
karen