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Massage
Modalities & Rates
Therapeutic
Massage is an integrative combination
of traditional Swedish massage techniques (kneading, gliding,
compression, tapping, and vibration), heated towels, aromatherapy,
therapeutic
stretching, and other modalities all tailored to address your specific
needs at the time. The pressure used depends upon your
preferences & your body's response, and ranges from light to
very deep.
30 minutes
$40 ~ 60
minutes $70 ~ 90
minutes $100
Add
on several Hot Stones to increase the warmth & effectiveness of
your massage! (+$10)
30 minutes $50 ~ 60 minutes $80 ~
90 minutes $110
A Hot
Stone Massage can be a wonderful
gift,
but may not be for everyone on your list. This kind of therapy is
wonderful for detoxifying the body, as the heat deeply penetrates
muscles and forces metabolic and cellular waste into the lymphatic
system. Most people's bodies can handle this extra amount of
circulation by drinking extra fluids, yet some can not.
People
with these conditions may need to seek approval from their Doctor prior
to scheduling a full Hot Stone Massage session:
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Advanced Diabetes
*
Uncontrolled Hypertension
*
Neuropathy
* Recent Injury - when your
body is inflamed,
avoid any kind of massage for at least 24-72 hours
* Gout
* Edema
* Renal Diseases OR
Rheumatoid Arthritis -
select a regular massage, because the extra heat can put
too much of a
load on the kidneys
* Deep Vein
Thrombosis
* Pregnancy (although warm
stones are a
possibility, most mamas run hot already and don't even
want to
think about heat!)
CranioSacral
Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on
therapy that helps to release restrictions in the head, neck and
spine. CST is effective for a wide range of medical problems
associated with pain and dysfunction: migraine headaches, TMJ
syndrome, chronic neck & back pain, sinus problems, chronic
fatigue, and fibromyalgia. For more detailed information,
visit the Upledger
Institute.
Initial CST Visit must allow for at
least 60 minutes.
Follow-up sessions: 30 minutes
$35 ~ 45
minutes $50 ~ 60 minutes $65
Massage Sessions for
Women through the entire childbirth process
Fertility Massage,
also known as Preconception Massage, is designed to take place in that
window of time prior to ovulation. It is extremely stressful for the
many couples who fail at their attempts to conceive. High levels of
stress hormones like cortisol prevent the health and efficiency of the
reproductive organs and work against the couples' efforts. Massage is
one of the easiest ways to strengthen the body's ability to relax
deeply. We will work together to release physical and emotional
tensions. The techniques completely avoid the genitals and
are a combination of CranialSacral alignment, reflexology, colon
cleansing, and deep pelvic work to break up scar tissue and adhesions. I highly recommended
that you pickup a wool flannel to bring to these
sessions, as we will be using a
castor oil heat pack (and you'll want to repeat this on yourself at
home, as well). They are also available at Garner's
Natural Life.
Initial Preconception Massage:
90 minutes $100
Follow-up sessions:
60 minutes $70
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Prenatal
Massage, also known as Pregnancy
Massage, is a way to ease the mother-to-be’s aches, pains, and edema
during the child-bearing months. This is performed in a side-lying
position with lots of pillows that create a fluffy cloud of comfort.
When she is over 34 weeks or so, 90 minutes is ideal for extra
stretches and techniques due to the added pressure she's
experiencing. FYI, it is a myth that massage during the first
trimester of pregnancy will induce a miscarriage -
read more.
30 minutes
$40 ~ 60
minutes $70 ~ 90
minutes $100
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Postnatal Massage
is
best
performed immediately following childbirth and through the week
thereafter, provided that the birth went smoothly. If any surgery
including C-Section took place, follow the orders of your doctor and
perhaps receive this after 6 weeks. This massage is so wonderful and
extremely appreciated by Mom, who is transitioning into caring for a
beautiful new child (or children for that matter). The new
responsibility of breastfeeding can particularly aggravate mom's neck,
shoulder and back muscles. Also, we will focus on the abdomen to assist
the internal organs' proper placement.
Home Visit within 10 miles of office:
60 minutes $80 ~
90 minutes $110
Home Visit further than 15 miles of office, call
for a quote and availability.
In Office (with preferably someone
to drive you): 60 minutes
$70 ~
90 minutes $100
On-site
Chair Massage, also known as Corporate
or Office Massage, is a wonderful addition
to any sports or corporate event. Clients remain fully clothed and
seated in a massage chair, typically for 15 or 20 minutes. Massage on
the neck and shoulders is a sure way to reduce job stress and boost
morale at the office! There is a two-hour minimum and prices begin at
$75/hour. Please call for a more accurate quote.
Above: Natalie donating chair massage to the
participants of the Fluor-sponsored Wheels for Meals fundraiser in
April of 2008.
Gift
Certificates
Giving the gift of Professional Massage is a wonderful way to show your
spouse, friend, or co-worker that you care about their wellbeing. These
hand-designed cards are available in any amount of time you choose,
although 60 minutes is the most common.
Great occasions for gift
certificates:
Childbirth
Birthdays
Anniversaries Weddings
Bridal Showers
Mother’s Day
Father’s Day
Grandparent’s Day Deep
Gratitude
Gift certificates are available
to be picked up, mailed or emailed at any time! Call (864) 386-1918 or
email natalie@blissful-massage.com
to make arrangements.
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