Trigger Points are tight tender spots in a contracted muscle. They may cause referred pain in other parts of the body. They develop from stress, overuse of a muscle, accident or trauma and no stretching before physical activities.

It is recommended for clients to avoid strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours after a massage session.

It’s normal to feel sore after a massage because blood and nutrients are being moved through your muscles while eliminating toxins. This is a physical response to the inflammation as your body heals.

Pre-natal massage is safe after the first trimester (12 weeks). It helps reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress and muscle aches. Overall, prenatal massage will improve your childbirth experience.

This is absolutely normal. Your body is working through the effects of the massage. While it is important to release tension and toxins, the process can make you feel a little disoriented. Drinking plenty of water after your massage session is extremely important and will help with the dizziness.

You do not really need to prepare, just bring yourself, arrive 10 minutes early and enjoy!

You do not need to be completely undressed. We say “undress to your comfort level.” It’s really whatever you are comfortable with, however it is easier to work without a cloth barrier. Everything is always professionally draped.

During a deep therapeutic or trigger point massage session there may be certain points where you will feel discomfort and pain. It is important to communicate with your therapist about your pain levels to make sure they are within your range.

Getting at least 1 massage a month will help improve blood pressure, increase circulation, decrease inflammation, slow down arthritis, increase range of motion in the joints, decrease stress, reduce chronic aches and pains. Most importantly massage will give you years back on your body.

Many people think more pressure equals less knots in an hour. This is not always the case. We have to warm up the muscle tissue before applying the pressure which may take a few sessions. Chronic pain may take more several sessions to undo but overtime with an integrated program that includes exercise, stretches and massage, you will be back in no time!

Placing cups directly onto skin results in pressure. This creates pressure which then pulls the blood into the affected area. The increase in blood flow brings relief from muscle tension, increases circulation and decreases inflammation.

The cannabinoids in CBD massage oil helps reduce inflammation and soothes muscles. This makes it very effective at providing relief from painful joints and muscles. CBD can activate receptors in the skin and surrounding tissues, providing spot relief for soreness in the immediate area.

Trying multiple massage therapists is encouraged!