Shiatsu directly translates as "finger pressure." It is a combination of facilitated stretching, deep tissue massage and acupuncture (without the puncture). Shiatsu practitioners work on the same meridians and acu-points as an acupuncturist to much the same effect. Not only can Shiatsu rectify a person's physical complaints but a Shiatsu practitioner also helps the client resolve his/her/their chronic energetic imbalances to achieve a longer-lasting healing solution. Also! A pure shiatsu session can be done with the clothing on.

Swedish is a classic massage that uses gentle pressure to promote relaxation, ease muscle tension, increase circulation of blood and lymph and stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system.

Deep tissue massages are designed to remove severe tension from muscles and connective tissue using more intense techniques than with Swedish. Deep tissue is great for those with chronic pain due to overwork, bad posture or an old injury.

Rehabilitative (medical) massage incorporates a number of techniques, such as trigger point therapy and cross fiber friction, to address specific sections of the body and even a single muscle. It is a very focused, strenuous and advanced style of massage that requires a strong knowledge of anatomy. Muscle and tendon pain, decreased range of motion, nerve entrapment issues (such as sciatica or TOS), plantar fasciitis, TMJD and a frozen shoulder can all be alleviated by multiple, more frequent sessions.

Intraoral massage is a technique that works on muscles inside of the mouth as well as the palate, the gums and some muscles of the throat. When combined with exterior techniques on the head, face and neck this can be an effective treatment for patients who suffer from TMJ dysfunction, tension from clenching and grinding, migraines, headaches, tinnitus, sinus problems and issues associated with head injuries, whiplash and strains from orthodontia and dental surgery.

Cupping therapy has been recognized since the time of the ancient Egyptians. Cupping is the perfect solution for those hard to fix spots simply due to its ability to pull, rather than push. Cupping brings blood flow to a trouble spot and helps to detox and relax the body and remove stagnation and adhesions from a specific area. In Chinese medicine it is also used to help remove certain conditions such as heat, damp and wind.

I am also certified in Western Herbalism through MCTC in Minneapolis. Herbs have been the people’s medicine ever since there were people. In my practice I have used formulas that have been blended to treat both acute and chronic injuries. *** At this time I am not practicing herbal medicine but I can make recommendations for topical and internal use ***