Massage and Bodywork
Massage and Bodywork – Loving Healthy Touch
Living Well offers a range of massage and bodywork therapies: Swedish, lymphatic drainage, deep tissue, hot-stone massage, pregnancy massage, senior massage, and relaxation and meditation techniques as well as Bowen Therapy and Neuro-Structural Integration Technique (NST).
Being in our body is not something we often think about during our day to day toil. We ignore our bodies, the tension and tighness in order to get our lives done. It is not until we feel pain or discomfort do we start to notice our body. Massage is vital to staying fluid and comfortable in our body.
Tuning into our body’s wisdom is the most fascinating, and healing way to start to bring health to all aspects of your life. Through massage and bodywork we start to be “in our body” so we can be in our world.
Living Well offers several types of massage and bodywork that can heal you and bring you into Bliss.
Swedish Massage and Bodywork
Is the most popular massage technique. Swedish massage includes long, relaxing strokes, kneading, friction, and tapping motions. It is effective for balancing the nervous system, muscles, circulation and glands, while promoting health and well-being. Swedish massage helps release the body of unwanted strain and stress. Your body will feel rested and your mind at ease for a total pampering experience.
Hot Stone Massage and Bodywork
Hot Stone Massage is the best relaxing deep tissue massage to help stubborn muscles release and relax. An ancient body healing practice that alleviates stress with the massage of smooth, heated basalt stones to deeply penetrate aching body muscles and banish body fatigue.
CranioSacral Therapy
CranioSacral is a gentle yet powerful healing modality uses energy and gentle manipulation to effect direct and remote release of pain and tension. It also works with moving the bones of the skull to relieve pressures from compressions that can cause such diverse problems as headaches, migraines, sinus problems, depression and chronic fatigue. This form of bodywork is deeply and progressively relaxing to the nervous system.
Mom-to-Be Massage and Bodywork
This ultra-massage for expecting mothers uses soothing strokes and stretching techniques provide the ultimate in maximum relaxation and restorative comfort for mothers-to-be. This treatment is appropriate for guests past their first trimester.
Specialty Massages and Bodywork
The following specialty massages are offered using Young Living Custom Blend Essential Oils: Aroma Life, Aroma Siez, Dragon Time, and SclarEssence.
Below is a description of the individual oils, as well as the benefits of each blend used in the massage. The information below is obtained from Young Living Essential Oil Company.
Aroma Life Essential Oil
Life Essential Oil is an excellent blend for the cardiovascular, circulatory and lymphatic system. It lowers blood pressure and stress, promotes good circulation and is one of several oils that are natural remedies for migraine headaches.
There are four different therapeutic grade oils in this blend. They are listed below along with a brief description of each oil:
• Cypress Essential Oil (Cupresus sepmervirens) has anti-infectious, mucolytic, antiseptic, lymphatic and decongestant properties. It strengthens the vascular system; and increases circulation and supports detoxification of the lymphatic system. Also may improve lung function and respiratory problems.
• Marjoram Essential Oil (Origanum majorana) is antibacterial and antiseptic. It smoothes muscle tissue and relieves muscle spasms, headaches and calms the nerves.
• Helichrysum Essential Oil (Helichrysum italicum) is a powerful natural anti-inflammatory. It also improves circulation and may help cleanse the blood. It is anti-catarrhal (rids the body of excess mucus).
• Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (Cananga odorata) increases relaxation; balances male and female energies. It also restores confidence and equilibrium.
Aroma Siez
Aroma Siez Essential Oil is an excellent blend for muscles and headaches. It promotes circulation and detoxification of the lymphatic system as well.
There are five different oils in this blend. They are listed below along with a brief description of each oil:
• Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum basilicum ) is a natural anti-inflammatory and helps with muscle spasm. It is good for voluntary and involuntary muscle groups.
• Marjoram Essential Oil (Origanum majorana) is antibacterial and antiseptic. It smoothes muscle tissue and relieves muscle spasms, headaches and calms the nerves.
• Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia) has analgesic and anti-spasmodic properties. It helps relief stress, sore muscles, menstrual cramps and nervous tension in the body.
• Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha piperita) has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and pain blocking properties.
• Cypress Essential Oil (Cupresus sepmervirens) strengthens the vascular system. It increases circulation and supports detoxification of the lymphatic system.
Dragon Time Essential Oil
Dragon Time Essential Oil is a wonderful blend of oils that is relaxing. It was designed specifically for women to help ease menstrual cramps (and pre-menstrual). It also combats headaches and mood swings that come with hormonal imbalance, and brings relief for PMS. Some men have also responded well to Dragon Time essential oil for congested prostate.
There are six different therapeutic grade essential oils in Dragon Time Essential Oil. They are listed below along with a brief description of each oil:
• Jasmine Absolute (Jasminum officinale) has antidepressant and antispasmodic properties. It is emotionally uplifting; and has been used for menstrual discomfort and muscle spasms.
• Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia sclarea) has anti-convulsive, anti-fungal, sedative, soothing and nerve tonic properties. It is balancing to the hormones, and enhances the dream state.
• Marjoram Essential Oil (Origanum majorana) is antibacterial and antiseptic. It smoothes muscle tissue and relieves muscle spasms, headaches and calms the nerves.
• Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia) has analgesic and anti-spasmodic properties. It helps relief stress, sore muscles, menstrual cramps and nervous tension in the body.
• Fennel Essential Oil (Pelargonium graveolens) has anti-parasitic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-toxin, diuretic and analgesic properties. It is used for diabetes, cancer, obesity, fluid retention, hormones and digestive problems.
• Blue Yarrow Essential Oil (Achillea millefolium) has anti-inflammatory and hormone like properties. It is used for prostate and menstrual problems, varicose veins and scarring.
SclarEssence Essential Oil –
SclarEssence Essential Oil was specifically designed to support the hormones. It will increase estradiol (estrogen) and testosterone levels when taken as a dietary supplement. It may also reduce bloating, balance the pH of the body and improve digestion. It is a natural fertility enhancer and will help with both male and female infertility.
There are four different oils in SclarEssence. They are listed below along with a brief description of each oil:
• Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia sclarea) has anti-convulsive, anti-fungal, sedative, soothing and nerve tonic properties. It is balancing to the hormones, and enhances the dream state.
• Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha piperita) has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and digestive aid properties. It blocks pain and enhances the other effects of the oils.
• Fennel Essential Oil (Pelargonium graveolens) has anti-parasitic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-toxin, diuretic and analgesic properties. It is used for diabetes, cancer, obesity, fluid retention, hormones and digestive problems.
• Sage Lavender or Spanish Sage Essential Oil (Salvia lavandulifolia) has anti-depressant, astringent, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. It has shown to increase both estradiol and testosterone levels. It is emotionally balancing and is can be used for depression and stress.
Take a little time for yourself and get a massage and bodywork today.
