Massage Therapy

my massage

I use a mixture of classic Swedish massage, deep tissue and trigger point, myofascial work and craniosacral therapy. I adjust my massage to suit each individual client depending on whether your focus is relaxation, rehabilitation, maintenance or a combination. When giving a massage, I use my excellent understanding of muscles, their attachments and functions. However, I also work very intuitively letting my hands guide me. Therapeutic massage works on adhesions and trigger points and can sometimes be a little uncomfortable — I will always listen to you and work within your tolerance levels making sure that your muscles are warmed fully before starting to work deeper. I will also guide your breathing during your session, as there is a natural tendency to hold your breath when you are dealing with tight muscles and stress. Focused breathing can dramatically alter the way we deal with tension in our minds and bodies.

The most important thing to remember
when you are receiving massage is that
you are in control of your session.

If there is anything you are not
comfortable with,
please say so.

~ Adrienne

Deep tissue massage

• A style of massage that focuses on deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue of the body


• Uses slower deeper massage techniques concentrated on areas of tension and pain.


• Designed to loosen and release chronic muscle tension or knots (trigger points) and adhesions in the connective tissues.


• Most beneficial when undertaken on a regular basis, to correct long-term problems, relax the body, and prevent injury.


• Especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders.  Other benefits include:

Benefits

• Increases blood circulation
• Reduces heart rate
• Lowers blood pressure
• Increases lymph flow
• Relaxes muscles
• Improves range of motion
• Increases production of endorphins (the body’s natural pain killers)
• Reduces stress
• Can help alleviate tension headaches