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Massage is NOT Self-Indugence, It’s Self Care!

We at Optimal Massage pride ourselves in being curators of expert professionals trained in the therapeutic bodywork disciplines and modalities that can serve all of the unique set of challenges our clients present.

The following disciplines and modalities are represented across our team’s expertise:

What Type of Massage do YOU Need? Choose the Tab Below That Best Describes Your Needs to Guide You to the Perfect Treatment!

Pain

People sometimes resign themselves to the idea of living with long term pain, or just try to manage life while hoping it’s temporary, and that it will go away. Often over the counter medications, or even prescription pain medications are used to mask our pain so we can do what we need to do to keep going.

But not dealing with the source or root of the problem only anchors the problem further into your body and impacts your life more. Many of our clients are finding that by partnering with the right therapist on our team to search for the source, and getting temporary relief from the pain, they are able to get a handle on it and uncover the physical or mental problem causing it.

Whether you just injured yourself, your posture at the computer is causing you pain, or you live with chronic pain, Therapeutic Massage can be the decision that makes the difference between misery and finding peace.

Treatments for Pain:

Optimal Massage
Geriatric
Oncology/Pediatric Oncology
Pediatric/Adolescent
Prenatal
Postpartum
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
Thai Yoga Stretching
R3 Method

Depression

Depression can cause physical pain, fatigue and problems sleeping in addition to sadness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, anxiety and stress.

Therapeutic Massage can help ease physical pain, relieve muscular tension and stress, increase energy, calm your mind, and improve your mood. Therapeutic touch releases endorphins and other “feel good” chemicals in the body that can help to create a body/mind/spirit connection.

If you are dealing with the physical, emotional and chemical effects of depression, massage is a great complementary therapy to not only help decrease symptoms but also create a greater sense of well-being.

Treatments for Depression:

Optimal Massage
Reiki
Pediatric/Adolescent
Postpartum
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
R3 Method

Indulgence

With our busy, hectic lives we can easily neglect ourselves and take care of everyone around us. But, can you recall the critical directions received before every airplane flight? In case of an emergency, FIRST put the oxygen mask on yourself before helping anyone else. That’s because if we make sure we are okay first, we will be better equipped to perform.

Therapeutic Massage is an act of self-care that can give you a temporary, glorious and peaceful escape from the responsibilities of life. It helps many of our clients “re-boot” so they have the energy, and confident resolve to get up and go back at it.

Treatments for Indulgence:

Optimal Massage
Prenatal
Postpartum
Hot Stone
Warm Bamboo
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage

Mobility

If you are fortunate to have been born with a body that works and functions normally, you are blessed. But an accident, injury, or illness can take that gift away and leave you compromised physically.

Therapeutic Massage can increase tissue permeability, break down scar tissue, improve tissue elasticity and open micro-circulation. Under well trained hands these effects are optimized targeting the soft tissues which are restricting range of motion restoring natural movement.

Treatments for Mobility:

Optimal Massage
Sports/Athletic Performance
Geriatric
Prenatal
COMT
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
Thai Yoga Stretching

Anxiety

Anxiety can be crippling…

Therapeutic Massage can increase a sense of calm/reduce anxiety by stimulating neurotransmitters which are associated with lowering anxiety as well as decrease hormones associated with increased anxiety. The causes of anxiety differ individual to individual, try the natural hands on approach through the caring hands of one of our highly caring and thoughtful therapists.

Treatments for Anxiety:

Optimal Massage
Hot Stone
Reiki
Pediatric/Adolescent
Prenatal
Postpartum
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
R3 Method

Stress

Today’s culture of always on the go, constantly being connected, and feeling the pull of social and professional responsibilities can cause even the most balanced to get stressed. Unfortunately our body’s natural response to handling stress is by producing a hormone called cortisol. Short term stress is fine and our bodies are able to bounce back quickly, but for those that carry high levels of stress as a way of life are at a much higher risk of disease and premature death. Stress causes inflammation in our body which eventually affects the heart and blood vessels – bringing on high blood pressure, hypertension and eventually heart disease.

Therapeutic Massage intervenes to increase blood and oxygen circulation, reduces inflammation, encourages the natural drainage of the lymph (which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart), and can help you relax and sleep better.

Treatments for Stress:

Optimal Massage
Hot Stone
Warm Bamboo
Reiki
Pediatric/Adolescent
Prenatal
Postpartum
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
R3 Method

Athletic Performance

Athletes are always working to maintain and go beyond, to achieve higher levels of performance. But….

Therapeutic Massage can have both physiological as well and psychological effects for today’s athletes. Physiologically it can promote more efficient circulation, improve flexibility and reduce inflammation caused by strenuous activity or exercise. On a psychological level it promotes relaxation, and lowers mental tension which increases ability to focus and perform at a higher level of athletic flow. If you are looking to add to your athletic performance allow our trained therapist to be part of your performance team.

Treatments for Athletes:

Optimal Massage
Sports/Athletic Performance
Pediatric/Adolescent
Cupping
COMT
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
Thai Yoga Stretching

Chronic Illness/Disease

Therapeutic Massage can aid in blood circulation helping to relieve muscular pain and tension which are the most common complaints of chronic health conditions. It allows clients to relax, prevents stress and anxiety and provides a needed feeling of being cared for. Our treatments are created around the individual to balance the imbalances caused by chronic illness, relieve the effects of symptoms and promote overall wellbeing and better health.

Treatments for Chronic Illness/Disease:

Optimal Massage
Hot Stone
Oncology & Pediatric Oncology
Geriatric
Pediatric/Adolescent
Sinus Massage
Cupping
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
Reiki
Thai Yoga Stretching
R3 Method

Trauma

Experiencing trauma, whether it’s physical or emotional, is stored in the body.

Therapeutic Massage can be a very beneficial therapy on recovery from traumatic events in our lives. In some form most of us have experienced some form of trauma in our lives.

Treatments for Trauma:

Optimal Massage
Reiki
Pediatric/Adolescent
Cupping
Hot Stone
Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage
Thai Yoga Stretching
R3 Method

The Optimal Massage

The Optimal Massage is a fusion of multiple massage disciplines and bodywork techniques, to create the most spectacular massage experience and results. Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Passive Stretching, Trigger Point Therapy, and Aromatherapy are all on offer with an Optimal Massage. Why choose, when you can have your cake and eat it too?

All of the Optimal Massage therapists are trained and able to be booked for Optimal Fusion.

Hot Stone

Smooth basalt stones are heated to a te!mperature cool enough to hold but hot enough to melt overused and fatigued muscles, as well as to increase metabolism and circulation. The stone becomes an extension of the therapist’s hand to provide a deeper sense of relaxation and overall well-being.

Therapists for Hot Stone:

Kim Wolff

Reflexology or Thai Foot Massage

Reflexology uses application of pressure to the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques on specific reflex points that correspond to different body organs and systems. It is relaxing and is a great treatment if you are a bit nervous to get a massage for the first time.

Thai Foot Massage is a relaxing yet invigorating treatment of the feet that uses a variety of hands on techniques including stretches, massage and acupressure utilizing a special Thai stick made out of teak to stimulate organ reflex points on the soles of the feet. This is a relaxing yet invigorating treatment!

Therapists for Reflexology:

Jackie Ruffing

Therapists for Thai Foot Massage:

Kim Wolff

Sinus Massage

According to the American Rhinologic Society, sinusitis is the most common chronic illness in America with an estimated 35 million people affected. But what you may not realize is that a sinus massage could potentially be your greatest ally in their battle against chronic and non-infectious sinusitis.

Therapists for Sinus Massage:

Michael Wolff
Kim Wolff

Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that channels, redistributes, and clears blocks of energy. The treatment activates the natural healing processes of the body and helps to restore physical and emotional well-being.

Therapists for Reiki:

Patty Bennett Fox
Susanna Giering
Jeanenne Browning Zukin
Lia Miller
Mary Catherine “MC”
Katelyn Cleveland

Sports/Athletic Performance

Training, nutrition, stretching and sleep are all critical components to sustaining your best body and achieving peak athletic performance. Repairing and restoring your body is just as important because it reduces the fatigue on your body and prevents further injury, promotes flexibility, and improves endurance. Prepare, repair and restore your body and mind with an Optimal Massage for athletes.

Therapists for Sports/Athletic Performance:

Laura Spayd
Keith Edwards
Michael Wolff

Geriatric

Getting older slows us down and naturally comes with aches, pains, illnesses. But we don’t have to take this sitting down. Touch is so important for us physically and mentally and so Therapeutic Massage can play an important role in how we feel. Book a massage or buy a 5 or 10 pack bundle for an important older loved one in your life.

Therapists for Geriatric:

Jackie Ruffing
Michael Wolff
Lia Miller
Jenny Conway
Mary Catherine “MC”

Oncology

Oncology massage is the modification of existing massage therapy techniques in order to safely work with complications of cancer and cancer treatment. Anyone who has ever received cancer treatment, from those in active treatment to those in recovery or survivorship, as well as those at the end of life, are best served by a massage therapist who has received training in oncology massage.

Essential aspects of an oncology massage therapist’s skill set are an informed understanding of the disease itself and the many ways it can affect the human body; the side effects of cancer treatments, such as medications, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation; and the ability to modify massage techniques in order to adapt for these side effects, as well as for the disease.

Therapists for Oncology/Pediatric Oncology:

Jackie Ruffing
Jeanenne Browning Zukin
Patty Bennett Fox
Kim Wolff
Susanna Giering (Reiki only)
Jenny Conway
Katelyn Cleveland

*Optimal Massage partners with “Unite for HER” to promote physical and emotional wellness to Breast Cancer patients. Contact the organization for passport to Optimal Massage.

Pediatric/Adolescent

The world our kids live in is highly stimulating and stressful, with the pressure of school, sports and activities, peer acceptance, and change that is inherent with growth and development. Being constantly connected to devices, carrying heavy back backs and sitting for long periods of time is extremely detrimental to muscular and skeletal development and has long term impacts on posture. Although massage doesn’t correct these postural issues, it can treat the muscular imbalances already present from these poor postures. Therapeutic massage is a gift for the young people in our lives because it reduces their stress and soothes their overstimulated nervous systems, assuages their anxiety, and reduces the stress hormones that their growing body produces. And even beyond that, when children experience different forms of healthy and safe touch, it provides them with a stronger sense of self awareness and promotes positive body image and self-esteem. Book the important child in your life a 30 minute full body massage and see the results!

Therapists for Pediatric/Adolescent:

Mollie Genuardi

Prenatal/Postpartum

We all know taking care of yourself is critical when carrying your developing baby “in utero” AND that it’s physically draining. Prenatal massage is a completely safe treatment that will help you get through by giving your relief of your backaches, stiff neck, leg cramps, headaches and the horrible swelling that drives you crazy. Massage for pregnant women also reduces the stress on your weight-bearing joints, it encourages the blood and lymph circulation, helps you to relax if you have nervous tension, improves your sleep, and helps relieve depression or anxiety caused by hormonal changes you can’t do a thing about. What are you waiting for? Book now AND ask your shower hosts to think of buying you a 5 or 10 pack bundle to support you through pregnancy and into postpartum/early mommy months. You will be SO GRATEFUL!

Therapists for Prenatal:

Patty Bennett Fox
Kim Wolff
Jeanenne Browning Zukin
Erinn Lyons
Lia Miller
Katelyn Cleveland

Therapists for Postpartum/Early Months of Motherhood:

Patty Bennett Fox
Kim Wolff
Jeanenne Browning Zukin
Jackie Ruffing
Lia Miller
Katelyn Cleveland

Cupping

A therapeutic cupping treatment involves placing plastic cups on the skin, creating a vacuum where the tissue is drawn up into the cup. The suction helps to increase blood flow and loosen fascia or connective tissue. The cups are left in place approximately 5-10 minutes. Cupping helps to lower inflammation, relax tense muscles and ease stiffness associated with chronic back pain, as well as increase range of movement and open the energy flow of the body. Cupping may cause temporary bruising and soreness, depending upon the degree of suction. This may last up to 5-7 days after a cupping session.

Therapists for Cupping:

Jeanenne Browning Zukin
Michael Wolff
Keith Edwards
Mollie Genuardi

Himalayan Salt Stone Massage

The therapist uses warmed Himalayan Salt Stones while applying appropriate pressure and relaxing massage techniques. During the course of the treatment, the minerals of the stones are absorbed through your skin. This beneficial treatment helps to lower blood pressure and improve circulation, support a healthy respiratory system, help prevent muscle cramps, and lightly exfoliate the skin.

Therapists for Himalayan Salt Stone Massage:

Jeanenne Browning Zukin
Patty Bennett-Fox
Jackie Ruffing
Keith Edwards

Once we know the “what and why” behind YOUR need for a massage, we can book you with the skilled therapist trained in the specific disciplines that will deliver the most beneficial impact, the greatest relief, and the highest satisfaction. If you aren’t sure of which therapist who can best serve you, browse individual profiles in “Meet the Team” or call us at 610-696-6880 to assess and help you find the right fit.

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