THE DETAILS

While no two sessions are alike, as every individual holds tension differently and moves with unique biomechanics as a result, there are still aspects I strive to keep consistent across the board.

Listed below are the main takeaways you can be confident in expecting / experiencing when working with me, as well as information to guide you to what soft tissue work is the best for you and your current needs.

MASSAGE

  • Hydraulic Lift Massage Table

    Hypoallergenic Adjustable Boiance Headrest

    Lubricant Options: Sports Gel, Jojoba Oil, Hemp Seed Lotion, 500mg CBD Pain Relief Gel (additional charge)

    Add-Ons: Theragun Percussion Therapy, Theraface Percussion, Red Light Therapy

  • Massage is done on a Hydraulic Table and will adjust up / down and bend when appropriate for me to best work on you.

    If needed, there are attachments to extend table length / width for special cases.

  • Room Lights are indirect and dimmed, Table will have sheets / drape and a heated pad. Typically will use a Gel, Oil or Lotion for lubricant.

FST

  • Custom Welded Stretch Bars on Massage Table w/ 4 sets of Premium cushioned Adjustable Stretch Straps

    Side-Lying Pillow Set

    Add-Ons:

    FLIR Thermal Camera

    Red Light Therapy

    PowerDots

  • This is an engaging modality with lots of constant communication. Client is fully clothed in athletic attire.

    Room is well lit and table undraped. Straps and techniques will be adjusted constantly and reassessment is encouraged after each side of the body is released.

  • The client is mostly passive, but there is some work involved when necessary.

    Not a relaxation based service.

FLEX

  • Any Piece of Equipment available that is necessary for the appointment.

  • Flex is a custom developed service that combines Fascia Stretch Therapy and Massage techniques, as well as any other modality I am trained in that is beneficial to the session goals.

  • You are fully clothed for most, if not all of the session (unless massage with lubricants is required), expect usage of 1-4 straps for FST depending on the level of stabilization needed.

    A more dynamic and engaging session vs relation with performance recovery the primary focus.

SPORTS

Less lubricant, more specific, faster pace. Sports massage utilizes a combination of various techniques and modalities, movement specific stretches, percussion therapy and heat therapy to develop a routine specifically curated to the types of stressors most common to your given sport(s).

It is generally beneficial to receive this type of work to prepare for peak performance, treat injuries or prevent injuries due to overuse. Sports massage helps promote blood circulation and aids in lymphatic drainage (i.e. lactic acid). Additional benefits include work towards the breakdown of scar tissue and curbing anxiety levels.

While not completely consistent across the board for every person in every sport, research has shown that massage is best to receive after long bouts of exercise or post races/events to help promote and speed up recovery.

Some studies have found that massage may improve strength in muscles damaged from overuse and athletes have reported faster recovery time from overexertion.

It has also been reported that Immune System Recovery is supported with post-exercise massage work.

SPORTS FAQs

  • Sports Massage is more targeted to the client’s needs than traditional massage.

    The strokes tend to be faster and firmer, targeting the muscle groups you use in your given sports / activity or injury recovery. It also focuses on the areas you’re prone to injury to improve strength and mobility.

    Sports techniques utilize more compression, cross-fiber friction, and shaking / vibration, promoting increased blood flow and removal of irritants such as Lactic Acid.

  • It is beneficial to make this a part of your regular sports recovery routine; especially before and after a race or competition.

    Competitive athletes go 1-2 times per week. Weekend warriors, once a month.

    Pre-event massage preps the muscles. Post-event aids in recovery.

  • Benefits include: reduced muscle tension, increased joint range of motion and flexibility, improved circulation, faster recovery from intense training, decreased risk of injury, and enhanced performance.

    It can also help with pain and stiffness from athletic activity or soreness you get from getting back into a routine.

  • Most commonly, Sports massage is done unclothed with a drape. If you prefer, it can be done over the clothes without lubricant. Form fitting athletic attire such as yoga pants is best. Let me know if you have any injuries that might require special draping / consideration.

DEEP TISSUE

Often thought of as meaning deeper pressure (which is a part of it), this modality is more about the thought and intension behind the work.
Deep Tissue massage is a slower paced modality that attempts to “listen” to the muscles, working on the surface and deep level muscle tissues simultaneously, as well as the fascia surrounding them, to work out the built up tension life throws at you.

These sessions are generally full body comprehensive, but hone in on target areas that are in need of more meaningful touch, and work on the entire length of that muscle.

Typically, I will spend more time on focus areas, going over the muscles multiple times to be as thorough as possible.

Occasionally, Percussion Therapy will be incorporated when appropriate to add to this intentional work to encourage a better release of knots and adhesions.

DEEP TISSUE FAQs

  • Utilizes slow, forceful pressure with the intention of reaching the deeper layers of muscles tissue generally overlooked. Slower strokes also helps lower blood pressure and anxiety.

  • Deeper pressure helps relieve chronic aches and pains, reduce muscle spasms and treat injuries.

  • Pain is never intended, but there is definitely some discomfort involved as you work to removed knots and tension.

  • Deep Tissue is used to remove tension and knots universally. Focuses on improving mobility and hits every muscle group, working on balancing the tension throughout the tissue.

FASCIA STRETCH THERAPY

A type of myofascial release that uses specific techniques focusing on the fascia (tissue surrounding the muscle) and joint capsule to stretch and repair the connective tissue with the use of traction while muscles are in a passive state. It helps your body heal properly from injuries, increases mobility and can restore range of motion with minimal to no pain.

With the client fully clothed, this specific modality uses straps to comfortably, but securely, restrain the body to the table to allow a deeper stretch capability and maintain passive / disengaged muscle. Traction is applied to the focus limb during the stretch to increase benefits and allow the tissue to expand in a more meaningful way.

THE ADD-ONs

  • THERAFACE PERCUSSION / RED LIGHT THERAPY

  • PERCUSSION THERAPY

  • RED LIGHT THERAPY

  • POWERDOTS

  • KR FITNESS TOWELS