Massage Therapy

Massage has been touted as a panacea for health conditions ranging from migraines to ulcers.

Reiki Massage is a practice of the heart that allows universal energy (God's Love) to promote physical, emotional and spiritual healing.  The power of touch has miraculous effects on the body and mind. Massage encourages muscles to relax while increasing blood and lymphatic flow which aids in the removal of harmful toxins. Reiki Massage combines the power of healing, through pure intention (prayer) and touch, to support overall health and healing.

Sherry's therapeutic healing touch modalities:

physical benefits

During massage therapy, the massage therapist works the tension out of stiff and sore muscles, encouraging their client to relax. This may help the person receiving the massage on many levels: his muscles feel relaxed and are no longer sore, he is relaxed and no longer tense, and the muscles loosen, allowing a larger range of motion.

A study performed on university dance students demonstrated that the dancers had improved in range of motion, mood, balance, posture, and performed better after receiving a massage.

emotional

As certain muscles are massaged, emotions may be released. The kneading motions combined with heat and or aromatherapy cause a person to relax, releasing tension. Stress and tension is often rubbed away with any aches or pains in the body.

physiological

Studies performed by the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami indicated that the immune systems improved in children who were massaged daily by their parents; the children's white blood cell and neutrophil counts increased. Therapeutic massage is used as a treatment for many illnesses and during the recovery period after surgery.

Scientists believe that this deep, healing massage triggers the release of certain chemicals in the body that helps you combat illnesses and speeds recovery.

massage therapy - is it right for you?

The power of touch has miraculous effects: for the very young to the very old, for the terminally ill to the marathon athlete, and for the stay-at-home mother to the over-stressed executive. Massage has the power to relax, heal, and help release emotions and tension without the aid of drugs.

When deciding whether you want to get a massage, consider your health and your needs. As long as you do not have any serious health conditions, this alternative, drug-free therapy may be the right treatment for you.

 

 Tips:

 

To Receive the Most From Your Massage and Energy work:

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Avoid eating close to the time of your massage.

 

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Relax before your massage. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your massage appointment.

 

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Wear clothing that you can get out of easily. If you plan to keep your clothes on, wear something like loose shorts and a jog bra for a woman or boxers for a man; these options will be easy for the massage therapist to work around.

 

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Tell the therapist if you have any health concerns or have had any injuries.

 

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Let the therapist know if there is any area where you do not wish to be touched, or if there is an area where you would like special work done.

 

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Clear your thoughts. A massage is a time to relax, not to worry about the interview tomorrow or your car payments.

 

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Breathe normally. Don't hold your breath if a sensitive spot is being worked on.

 

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Try not to contract your muscles. Your body needs to be relaxed and flexible to get the best results. Imagine you are a rag doll.

 

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Report any discomfort or problems during the massage. Tell the therapist if you feel any pain, are cold, don't like the music, etc.

 

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Rise slowly after the massage is over. Get off the table gradually. Take your time, and try to maintain your state of relaxation.

 

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Avoid driving if you are feeling spaced out or lightheaded. Wait a few minutes to get grounded.

 

 

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Drink plenty of water after your massage to flush away the toxins released by your body.