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Massage Therapy

Massage is a hands on theraputic modality that aids in healing, releasing toxins, promoting relaxation, and muscle toning. This hands on modality works with the body to increase the body's ability to heal itself.

At Natural Essence we specialize in pre/postnatal & labor massage.

 

 

 Prenatal/ Labor/Postnatal Massage

 

This service is indluded in with doula packages

Pre/postnatal/ labor massage is used to relieve stress in tension and promote relaxation as well as keeping muscles in shape.

 

Prenatal sessions are done on a weekly or as-needed basis once the mom has entered the 5th month.

 

Labor massage is done during delivery and assist and releasing pressure from the pelvic floor or easing back pain during contractions. Massaging the legs during labor also helps keep muscles from becoming tense.

 Relaxation Massage

 

Postnatal massage is done to target specific muscles and helps to rebuild strength. We also show the mom specific exercises that can be done to help muscles tone and regain strength.

  

 Neuromuscular Therapy

 

Focusing on specific muscles and trigger point using medium to deep pressure. This form of massage helps to restore muscle use allowing a person to continue their daily life activities.

 

Myofacial Release

 

Myofascial Release is a safe hands-on technique using the application of gentle sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue to ease restrictions, eliminate pain, and restore motion.

Hydrotherapy Treatments

 

Hydrotherapy is the use of water to revitalize, maintain, and restore health. We use foot baths and the application of cold and hot water compresses including ice and heating pads to treat specific needs.

 

African Massage / Deep Tissue

 

This is a massage promoting relaxation. It uses medium to deep touch rhythmically to help release toxins from the body produced by stress and illness.

 Foot Baths/Massage

 

This treatment includes the foot, ankle and lower leg. The feet soak in warm water complimented with herbs and essential oils and then the massage is included to help reduce pain, swelling, and stiffness of the muscles.

 

The foot bath/massage has the optional paraffin treatment.

 

 

 Aromatherapy Massage

 

This service includes the use of essential oils, incense, and candles to help promote relaxation. The blends are based on individual needs.

  

 Chair Massage is available for onsite office convenience. (15 min / $15.00 & 20 min / $20.00)

 

Natural Essence is available for hire for retreats, spa parties, bridal showers, birthdays, and other celebrations. Please call for more information.