My practice in Wallingford includes a diverse group of people, age groups, body types, and medical conditions. I structure each session to the ailments of each patient. No two massages are the same. I believe the body-mind-spirit are intimately connected. Experience has proven to me that patients directly involved with their treatment, benefit with an accelerated return to health and vitality. I emphasize patient education. My original massage training was in Swedish massage. Since 1996, I have incorporated Medical & Sport Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial & Active Release, and Negative Pressure Massage Cupping.
Some of the techniques I use address factors responsible for pain that may result from injury, as well as inappropriate or habitual movement patterns. Other techniques can help of blood flow to contracted tissues; release of "trigger points" that cause pain referral; and relief of nerve blockages. These techniques restore appropriate posture/alignment which helps the body to heal itself. My skill base focuses on:
