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Serving Frederick and Carroll Counties with Locations in Mt. Airy, Monrovia and New Midway, Maryland.
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Frequently Asked Questions:

Women with MassageWhat is "Caring Massage Therapy"?
Caring Massage Therapy is a relaxing massage with long gliding strokes, kneading and therapeutic touch. It is a combination of Swedish massage, pressure point therapy and aroma therapy. It brings together mind, body and spirit.

Deep Tissue Massage is incorporated in the massage when needed. Using manipulation of soft tissue helps reduce stress. Stress is a leading cause of many diseases. Massage also helps to move lymph that cleanses the body of toxic waste. Massage relieves muscle tension, increases circulation, accelerates metabolism and soothes the parasympathetic nervous system.

Are You Certified?

  • Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
  • Licensed Massage Therapist – Maryland Board of Chiropractors
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Infant Massage Instructor
  • CPR

What is Fibromyalgia? Fibro=Fibrous My=Muscle Algia=Pain
Fabromyalgia is a disorder of the soft tissues characterized by achy muscular pain. It affects the lower back, neck, shoulders, back of the head, upper chest and/or the thighs, although any area of the body may be involved.

Fibromyalgia is inflammation in the muscles and connective tissues Massage therapy may improve sleep patterns, decrease pain, improve flexibility, increase movement of lymph to help the immune system, lessens fatigue, can decrease blood pressure and creates overall relaxation to help the nervous system which helps the body to restore itself.

Lymphatic Decongestive Therapy?
Lymphatic Decongestive Therapy decongest's the lymphatic system. It is a vital circulatory system of vessels throughout the body. The technology uses energy from electrically ionizing noble (rare) gases in a Pyrex tube.

The Lymph star Pro is the instrument used by the therapist. It emits energetic information to the body via harmonics of sound, frequencies of light to energize the field of the cell. This information is produced through the vehicle of noble gas ionization The technology uses energy from electrically ionizing noble gases in a pyrex tube. A plasma energy field is then created. The energies emitted are electrical, sound harmonics and light.

The lymphatic system is your primary defense against bacteria, viruses and fungus. In men, the inguinal nodes in the creases of the groin are the primary channel for release of accumulated lymph from the prostate.

In women, the auxiliary nodes, located in the armpit, are the primary channel for releasing accumulated lymph from the breast. Cellulite is primarily blocked fluid. Blockages can occur from normal life stressors such as: Illnesses, Tight fitting clothes, Lack of Exercise, Bumps, Bruises, Exposure to heavy metal, Pesticides, Herbicides, Food allergies, Surgery, and Stress.

An impaired lymphatic system often results in:
Colds, Flu, Sinus problems, Edema, Water retention, Heart disease, Fibrocystic & tender breasts, Cellulite, Enlarged prostate, Cancer and numerous other chronic or life threatening conditions.

Contraindications for this treatment include the following:
Pacemaker, Anti rejection and immune system suppress med's, , Pregnancy, History or epileptic seizures unless under medical supervision and Thrombosis.

Benefits

  • Excellent adjunct to manual lymph drainage techniques to open lymph system and improve fluid flow and accelerate detoxification of tissues.
  • Reduction of pain due to lymphatic conditions.
  • Prevention of breast and prostate problems.
  • Provides relaxation, emotional balance and increases energy.

Raindrop Technique?
Raindrop Technique was developed to boost the immune system. Specific Essential oils are massaged into the back and feet with focus along the spinal column. This is where the oils are easily absorbed into the blood stream and carried throughout the body.

Ear Candling?
Ear Candling is a remedy that has been proven over the centuries. Ear Candling has been used by Egyptians and Native American Indians to relieve pressure in sinuses, ears, and improve balance. There is no discomfort; most people find the process very relaxing. Ear candling functions as a gentle vacuum to remove excess wax and helps dry fluids out of the ear. It has been shown to help with middle-ear infection, ear aches, frequent colds or upper respiratory illnesses, hearing difficulties from blockage, and balance problems due to inner-ear bacteria.
(Includes a gentle face and neck massage)

Infant Massage Class?
Discover the joy and satisfaction of massaging your baby! Massage has been shown to deepen the parental bond improve communication, enhance development and learning and promote relaxation and sleep. Infant massage has been proven to relieve colic.

You and your baby will love it.

Instructor - Certified by the International Association of Infant Massage Private one hour lesson $70 (includes book and oil) Home visits, Group Classes and Gift Certificates available

Pregnancy Massage
During pregnancy many changes are happening and massage helps ease these changes in many ways. Massage will ease the aches and pains you experience as your body changes.

Massage can:
Relieve pain in your muscles and joints that must support added and redistributed weight Increase flexibility, making it easier for your body to adjust to a changing shape Ease constipation, gas and heartburn as general relaxation stimulates intestinal movement.

Reduce excess fluid retention by gently pushing fluid into circulation where it can be eliminated.

Slow the progress of varicose veins as enhanced circulation lowers pressure on bulging veins.

Relieve headaches caused by tension, constipation or buildup of metabolic waste products.

Please consult a physician before making an appointment

What is the Cost?
Fees are $70. - one hour
$40. 1/2 hour
$95. 1 1/2 hour
Ear Candling $45. - 45 min. 2 candles each ear.
Raindrop Technique - $60 Approx. time - 45 min.