OSTEOPATHIC-INSPIRED MASSAGE

 
 

OSTEOPATHIC INSPIRED Massage

Many of the tools that I use during our sessions together are pulled from the body-work traditions of Osteopathic Care. Let me walk though some of the science and some of the benefits and what this looks like in my practice.

Fun Facts

  • Fascia is a dynamic and conscious connective tissue that wraps everything in the body; muscles, vessels, organs, nerves and bone.

  • Muscles don’t tighten for themselves- they are usually tight to protect a joint, vessel or organ. When we release the nerves or organs, the muscles then can relax.

  • Fascia has negatively charged water (the fourth state of water beyond solid, liquid and gas), which is an immune function to block unwelcome viruses, bacteria and pathogens.

  • The body uses fascia as a method of communication that is faster than our nervous system.

  • Where you feel the pain in your body might not be where the “problem” is.

  • Fascia holds memory.

  • Organs store emotions.

  • Sometimes myofascial work is deep, but sometimes it is very light and STILL has a deep impact.

When you work directly with the muscles, without considering the fascia, organs or nerves connected to it, or how a of pull creates tension patterns within the body- the results can be good, but short lived. When you work from the root cause of the restrictions, the body is able to make bigger and longer lasting shifts. (I’ve had a therapist help with foot pain by working in my mouth. Sounds crazy; but you are all connected!)

Therapeutic value with this approach:

Acute Disorders
Neck Pain and Whiplash
Seatbelt Injuries
Chest or Abdominal Sports Injuries
Concussion
Traumatic Brain Injuries

Digestive Disorders
Bloating and Constipation
Nausea and Acid Reflux
GERD
Swallowing Dysfunctions

Women's and Men's Health Issues
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Endometriosis
Fibroids and Cysts
Dysmenorrhea
Bladder Incontinence
Prostate Dysfunction
Referred Testicular Pain
Effects of Menopause

Orthopedic Problems
Somatic-Visceral Interactions
Scoliosis
Chronic Pain
Motor-Coordination Impairments
Headaches and Migraines
Fibromyalgia and other Connective Tissue Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Peripheral Joint Pain

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Neuralgia & Neuritis
Tendinitis

Pain Related to
Post-Surgical Dysfunction
Post-infection Scar Tissue
Autonomic Mechanisms

Other
Sleep Challenges
Chronic Fatigue
Immune Disorders
Headaches and Migraines

And More…

Sessions in my practice can happen this way:

  • Clothed or directly on skin

  • Deep pressure, trigger point therapy or light pressure

  • Working from the cranium or directly with the body

  • Laying down, standing or seated

  • Lots of stretches, or very static holds

  • More global full body massage or very, very specific

  • With shea butter or with no oils or creams

  • BOTTOMLINE: We co-create the session based on what your body needs that day.

Booking a session:

90 min Session:

Cost: $160

60 min Session:

Cost: $110