Our Therapists are certified as Integrated Medical Massage Therapists specializing in injury and medical rehabilitation. As such, we assist each individual in regaining soft tissue and structural health and function, reduce stress, and promote mind-body awareness, rejuvenation, and revitalization. We do this with techniques from the following disciplines: Swedish massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular massage, lymphatic drainage, CranioSacral, Somatic Therapies, Reiki, and Chi Kung Healing. We work with all forms of stress and injury from whiplashes and work injuries, to chronic muscle soreness from posture or work related movements. We also believe in the simple power of touch. In our touch deprived society, many times the simple act of receiving a relaxing massage can do more than all of the fancy techniques in the world.

Allow your therapist to draw upon his or her unique training to design a session that meets your specific needs from relaxation and rejuvenation to pain relief and increased functional movement.

Onsen is a Japanese word meaning at rest or at peace. It is a state of mind, but can also be a state of body. Developer Richard Phaigh translated it to mean balance, particularly length and strength balance in soft tissue, to form the basis of this new protocol.

Onsen Manual Therapy includes three key components - muscle energy technique, post-isometric relaxation, and transverse friction massage.

Muscle Energy Technique is a means of manually assessing imbalances and distortions in the skeletal system and correcting them, via the soft tissue, using a tiny amount of the patient's own energy (force) applied in a specific direction. Extremely gentle, MET provides dramatic and lasting improvements in flexibility, muscle tension and comfort.

Post-isometric relaxation works with the natural laws of the body. When a muscle has been actively contracted, the nervous system responds with an appropriate level of relaxation when the muscle relaxes.

Transverse friction massage works to break up scar tissue and adhesions that may have formed during an injury or repetitive use injury. Frictions help restore elasticity and increase blood flow to the area being worked. This helps to remove waste products, toxins, and bring in fresh nutrients, blood and oxygen to an area promoting healing.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) was developed by the Danish physiotherapist Dr. Emil Vodder in the 1930s; today there are five recognized schools. MLD involves light, rhythmical massage that aids the body in collecting and moving lymphatic fluid, which plays a key role in delivering nutrients, antibodies and other immune constituents to the tissue cells of the body and removing debris such as toxins, cell waste and dead particles which are then cleansed by clusters of lymph nodes. MLD also works on the nervous system, lowering blood pressure, reducing stress and improving sleep patterns.

The tissue fluid, or prelymph, can become static due to toxic or mucus overload, a blocked lymph passageway as a result of surgery or injury, or certain congenital problems. This leads to the puffy appearance of certain parts of the body, a slow healing process, and problems such as allergies, headaches, sinusitis, low energy and frequent infections.

A condition for which MLD has proved to be particularly effective is oedema (water retention) and, in its more serious form, lymphoedema - severe swelling of a limb or body part - which can lead in turn to cellulitis.

Schedule a session to speed your healing, or to experience the relaxing effects of MLD. Sessions also include an educational component so you can continue to care for your lymphatic system at home.

Lomilomi is a spiritual, ancient Hawaiian massage technique passed on through family generations by either the kupuna (elders) or kahuna (keepers of the secret). This treatment begins with a pule (prayer) in the Hawaiian language and employs the use of forearms, hands and elbows to create a rhythmical and fluid euphoria, like gentle waves moving over the body. The long fluid strokes of Lomi Lomi also help to free the flow of life-force energy (“Mana” in Hawaiian, “Chi” in Chinese, or “Ki” in Japanese), making the muscles and tissues of the body soft, and promoting circulation and relaxation in the recipient. According to Huna philosophy, energy can also get blocked in the joints. Light passive stretches of the body with gentle rotations of the joints and rocking of the limbs are incorporated to assist the release of holding patterns and assist the flow of energy. Some practitioners of Lomi Lomi also chant or hum prior to or during a session as the vibrating and amplified energy that results also aids the release of blockages.

Hula movements, combined with the chant or hum of the practitioner, are also important and integral aspects of Lomi Lomi. The movements are all important to assisting the energy flow both within the therapist and recipient and helps keep the energy at a high level. This combined with breathing techniques by the therapist are also important in assisting the energy flow.

Experience the essence of Hawaii with a Lomi Lomi massage today.

Thai Yoga Therapy is a healing art form over 2500 years old, which uses passive yoga stretches (asanas) and acupressure along energy lines of the body. Thai Yoga Therapy restores and balances energy; opens and frees the joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments; and brings peace and a relief from physical, emotional, or psychological stress. It was developed by the Buddha’s personal physician Doctor Shivago Komarpaj. Experience all the benefits of yoga, without all of the work.

It is seen as a practical application of the Buddhist principle of “Metta” or loving kindness, forming the cornerstone of a quietly effective healing of body, mind and soul. Elements of Yoga and Ayurveda from India are combined with universal energy healing principles, to harmonize and balance the flow of energy throughout the body. It is performed with the client comfortably clothed on a special mat on the floor. No oils or lotions are used. Sessions last for at least 90 minutes and up to two hours.

Thai Yoga Therapy consists of a series of interactive, flowing movements, stretches and rhythmic compressions (acupressure), along all the body’s energy lines and pressure points. The often deeply meditative experience can result in a profound release from mental and physical stress. The practice is restorative, soothing and relaxing resulting in a similar “blissed-out” feeling of a good Yoga class or a great nap.

Since this type of bodywork is done with very close client/therapist interaction, it is, when done correctly, suitable for body types of all ages, be they male, female, pregnant, healthy and fit, or tired and drained. The practice is always tailored to suit the individual and personal needs of the client. To fully enjoy the benefits of the massage, eat lightly or not at all for 2 hours before the appointment. Dress in comfortable yoga or athletic style clothing.

Are you looking for the ultimate form of massage for stress reduction and relaxation? Experience Pure Bliss. Your session begins with your choice of a 60 minute Therapeutic Massage or Lomilomi session to release tension and soreness held in the muscles. Next is our signature 30 minute aromatherapy face treatment. We apply Decleor skin care products from France. Decleor is the number one skincare company in France to utilize the natural essences of plants and botanicals to cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish the skin, reduce stress, and calm the mind. Application is interspersed with massage of the face, scalp, and feet. The face in particular has dozens of nerves that, when stimulated with gentle massage, elicit a relaxation response in the body. Many clients report that the Face Treatment part of this session brings more relaxation than dozens of massages. Experience one for yourself ... the ultimate cure for stress. Pure Bliss!

Experience one full hour of the heavenly aromatherapy experience of Decleor. We begin with a 10 minute aromatherapy back massage to begin your journey to relaxation. We then apply Decleor skin care products to cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish your face. Application is interspersed with massage of the face, scalp, lower legs, feet, arms and hands. Receive all of the "yummy" benefits of a facial without the discomfort of steam or distractions. Your mind, body and spirit will thank you. Heavenly!