How We Work

Step 1

Soften

 

Soften tension in areas identified as being overactive or shortened through assessments.

Therapeutic Massage Techniques:

  • Medical Therapeutic Massage
  • Myoskeletal Alignment
  • NeuroKinetic Therapy
  • Muscle Energy Technique
  • Trigger Point Work

Client Education & Homework:

  • Foam Rolling
  • Lacrosse Balls
  • Rolling Sticks
  • Vibration Massage
  • Percussive Massage

Benefits:

  • Reduce muscular tension
  • Relieve muscle soreness
  • Improve circulation
  • Flush out waste products

Step 2

Lengthen

 

Lengthen the muscles with Active Isolated Stretching or neuromuscular stretching techniques.

Benefits of AIS Stretching:

  • Create positive muscle memory
  • Increase the flow of blood, oxygen and nutrients to the fascia, muscles, tendons and ligaments
  • Causes less pain than static stretching
  • Creates strength while improving range of motion

Benefits of Stretching:

  • Reduce stiffness
  • Increase range of motion
  • Increase blood flow
  • Flush out waste products
  • Improve posture

 

 

Step 3

Strengthen

 

Activate the muscles identified as underactive or weak.

Strengthening Techniques:

  • Activate individual muscles
  • Prevents future likelihood of injury/ re-injury
  • Improves posture
  • Improves circulation
  • Improve muscular endurance
  • Increase strength
  • Improve total-body coordination
  • Improve movement patterns
  • Decreases stress & improves well-being
  • Enhance performance