Massage Therapies
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage can be very beneficial for many purposes: to release tension, promote relaxation, increase circulation and lymphatic drainage, and to reduce muscular tightness. A special type of massage can be used to target and specifically reduce lymphatic problems which removes accumulated fluid. In theory, manual skin kneading combined with lymphatic drainage may result in smoothing of soft tissues and elimination of excess fluid but this has never been proven.
However, the theory is that if lymph circulation is poor, then this results
in thickened fibers that bind with the septa (fibers of collagen that
run through fat cells). This process can create thick strands that push harder
on to fat, making it bulge upwards creating the dimple, cottage cheese effect.
Massage Treatment
A massage session is generally an hour in length, can vary somewhat in price. Clients are usually asked to remove as much clothing as their comfort level and rest on a well-padded massage table. The masseuse will provide the client as much personal respect as possible.
Registered Massage Therapist:
Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Seaweed, Lymphatic Drainage available. Appointments available, Thursdays and Saturdays only. Receipts for insurance provided.
Prices: 30 minutes $50.00, 60 Minutes $90.00
New Organic Seaweed Massage:
Enjoy the healing and antinflammatory effects of Wild Seaweed from the Coast of British Columbia. Take home a sample of therapeutic firming gel with every Seaweed Massage. Performed by RMT.
30 Minutes $50.00
60 MInutes $90.00
Relaxation Massage:
30 minutes - $50 - Performed by R.M.T.
60 minutes - $90 - Performed by R.M.T.
Relieves muscular aches and pain, reduces tension, improves circulation and restores range of motion to joints.
Swedish Massage:
30 minutes - $50
60 minutes - $90
In the early 1800s, the Swedish Massage was developed to work the body's soft tissue and lymphatic system. Using a combination of highly effective, specific strokes, Swedish Massage relieves muscular aches and pain, reduces tension, improves circulation and restores range of motion to joints. This treatment is performed only by a Registered Massage Therapist (R.M.T.).
Deep Tissue Massage:
30 minutes - $50
60 minutes - $90
Deep Tissue Massage is a more "specific" therapeutic treatment for those who are active. This treatment is an excellent choice for those suffering from chronic aches and pains or following a workout, hike or a game of golf. This treatment is performed only by a Registered Massage Therapist (R.M.T.).
Hot Stone Massage:
60 minutes - $100
The lingering heat from the smooth river stones on the body will melt away muscular tension. The stones will then become an extension of the therapist's hand for a uniquely soothing massage. You will experience a state of relaxation within minutes for a complete body, mind and soul treatment.