Therapeutic Massage
Our skilled Registered Massage Therapists will target any areas of concern and tailor the massage to your specific needs. A variety of techniques are used to alleviate muscle stiffness, musculoskeletal problems, relieve tension-related headaches, migraines and stress.
Hot Stone Massage
Smooth, heated basalt stones are used to carry out the massage techniques on your warmed-up muscles. The hot stones have a sedative effect and can relieve chronic pain, reduce stress and promote deep relaxation.
Prenatal Massage
Pregnancy massage focuses on the special needs of the mother-to-be as her body progresses through each trimester and is performed in a side-lying position supported by many pillows. It will help reduce muscle tension, anxiety and stress while enhancing the immune system and aiding lymphatic drainage resulting in increased immunity and elimination of toxins.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, specialized massage technique that uses slow, rhythmic movements to encourage the natural flow of lymphatic fluid throughout the body. It helps support the lymphatic system by helping to move excess fluid from the tissues. MLD may be beneficial to accelerate healing and can be used before and after surgery. It is also good for boosting the immune system, relieving pain/pressure, promoting relaxation and preventing the formation of fibrotic tissue.
Combined Decongestive Therapy
Combined Decongestive Therapy is used for treating patients that have been diagnosed with lymphedema. It is a combination of Manual Lymphatic Drainage and bandaging techniques. The goal is to reduce the volume of the affected area prior to getting a custom compression garment. The lymph is manually redirected towards areas where the lymphatic system can drain more effectively and the reduction in swelling is maintained through bandaging.
Important: Lymphatic Drainage is contraindicated for patients with suspected or untreated deep vein thrombosis, congestive heart failure and acute infections.
Reflexology
Reflexology is an ancient healing art which is over 3000 years old. Its roots go back to India, Egypt and China. The therapy is primarily done on the feet and hands but can also be done on the face. There are reflexes on the hands, feet and face which correspond to every organ and system of the body. Through stimulation and application of pressure on these reflexes, toxins stored in the tissues are broken up. This helps the body to release any blockages in the energy pathways that may be present. Reflexology promotes balance within the body, may help increase circulation, help with foot pain and relieve stress within the body.
Types of Reflexology Services
Hand and Foot Reflexology
This service can be booked individually for either hands or feet or can be booked in a combined session with both hands and feet for 90 minutes.
Face to Foot Vagus Nerve Reflexology
A 60-minute session with primary focus on face, throat, scalp and neck and finishing on the feet. This targets reflexology, acupressure and nerve points to help support vagus nerve function.
Indian Head Massage
A 30-minute seated Indian Head Massage focuses on the upper back, shoulders, neck and scalp.
Note: This service is done by our Reflexology Therapist, who is certified in Indian Head Massage.