Massage Therapy Techniques

Trigger Point Therapy
Massage technique that uses specific, sustained pressures to release tight knots that refer pain to different areas of the body.

Reflex Techniques
Lighter massage techniques that promote general relaxation.

Deep Breathing Exercises
Focused breathing exercises to re-train the breathing patterns and stimulate relaxation.

Heat/Cryotherapy
Application of moist heat to soften tight muscles, or ice, to reduce inflammation and pain.

Fascial Release Technique
Non-lotion technique that stretches the fascial layers and improves tissue movement.

Active and Passive Engagement
Specific massage techniques that are done with or without patient assistance to help increase range of motion.