Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy
Ashiatsu is an
ancient form of bodywork that started with Buddhist Monks,
first from China and then from Thailand and Japan. Ashiatsu
Oriental Bar Therapy, sometimes referred to as barefoot
Shiatsu, is a well documented, effective technique for the
treatment of chronic lower back and neck pain, and is
recognized by the American Medical Association.
This
unique
deep pressure work is
performed with soothing strokes that are applied to all
areas of the back using hand and foot pressure to milk the
muscles, open chakras and release toxins. This treatment is
guaranteed to induce deep relaxation, relieve tight muscles
and to stimulate the body's own self-healing capabilities.
Hot
Lava Stones
Hot Stones used in massage have been around for a VERY long
time--with evidence of stones being used for healing
purposes dating back before written history. Ancient
civilizations believed that hot stones were beneficial for
cleansing the body, relaxing the heart, grounding the soul
and soothing the mind.
Hot Lava Stones, used in conjuction with both Ashiatsu
Oriental Bar Therapy and classic Swedish Massage, will be
sure to melt away your pain and stress. This exotic
treatment involves the placement of heated polished lava
stones on pressure and chakra points, while the application
of oil on stones is applied to the skin. Your body
blanketed in warmth with aromatic oils will encourage deep
relaxation.
Gwenyth
Paltrow after receiving a cupping session
Massage
Cupping:
Massage
Cupping is an ancient Chinese technique of healing that has
found its place in the modern world. Massage cupping is a
modified method of cupping therapy used in traditional
chinese medicine (TCM). A suction gun is used to create a
negative air pressure vacumn in the cups placed on the
skin. This negative suction is able to release rigid soft
tissues and muscles and bring blood flow to stagnant skin.
When the cup is left in place on the skin for a few
minutes, the skin will turn red, indicating that
circulation has been brought to the surface.
Massage cupping is an effective addition to any spa or
healing session and you will be amazed at results! Our
customers often feel a deep relaxing warmth during a
Cupping session and a tingling sensation that lasts long
after the treatment has ended.
Cupping kits have a different numbers of cups that allow
for simultaneous treatment in different painful areas. The
larger cups are used for large areas such as the back while
smaller cups are used on the arms and legs.
Swedish
Massage:
Depending
on your special needs, this classic method is combined with
acupressure techniques to soothe sore muscles muscles,
improve circulation and leave you feeling peaceful and
relaxed.
Neuromuscular
Technique:
Neuromuscular
Technique is a deeply relaxing therapeutic massage that
works to correct postural dysfunction. Through a
process of accessing and treating your problem areas,
working light to deep, N.M.T allows new neurological
information to restore your muscles and fascia
(connective tissue) back to optimum health. If you
are looking for a massage that will touch those trigger
points, release chronic tension and enhance your bodies own
self-regulating ability to heal…this is the massage for
you!
Sports
Massage:
Sports
Massage is an invigorating and deep massage
that eliminates muscle tension and stress. While
Sports Massage helps to break down scar tissue and
accelerate recovery from athletic training, you do not have
to be an athlete to benefit from or enjoy this type of
massage. If you experience muscle fatigue from overuse
and/or have specific areas that are a continued source of
pain, this technique will loosen and broaden those muscle
fibers allowing shortened muscle tissue to lengthen and
relax. This massage is also great for preventing
strain and injury; a perfect massage to awaken and tone
your muscles before excercise.
Massage
Medicine at the Eastland Park Hotel
157 High Street, Portland, ME 04101
24 hour a day scheduling at 1-866-287-8681 (a toll free
number)