Massage Therapy at Imperial Family Chiropractic

Benefits of Massage

• Reducing stress and increasing relaxation.
• Reducing pain and muscle soreness and tension.
• Improving circulation, energy and alertness.
• Lowering heart rate and blood pressure.
• Improving immune function.

Therapeutic Deep Tissue Massage

The term “deep tissue” is often misused to identify a massage that is performed with sustained deep pressure. Deep tissue massage is a separate category of massage therapy, used to treat particular musculoskeletal disorders and complaints and employs a dedicated set of techniques and strokes to achieve a measure of relief. Deep tissue massage helps with chronic muscular pain and injury rehabilitation, and reduces inflammation-related pain caused by arthritis and tendinitis. It is generally integrated with other therapeutic massage techniques.

Swedish Relaxation Massage

One of the most well-known massage techniques, Swedish massage is a vigorous system of treatment designed to energize the body by stimulating circulation. Five basic strokes, all flowing toward the heart, are used to manipulate the soft tissues of the body. Swedish massage includes long gliding strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, and shaking motions, with the application of oil or lotion to reduce friction on the skin. It is effective for most ailments, because massaging the skin, the body’s largest organ, sets up a chain reaction that produces a positive effect on all layers and systems of the body. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, and promotes general health and wellbeing

Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle technique that encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress, and enhance health and resistance to disease. Using a light touch usually no greater than 5 grams (about the weight of a nickel), the practitioner releases restrictions and imbalances in the soft tissue to encourage the movement of fluid within the system. CST has proven effective in treating a wide range of medical problems especially those associated with pain and dysfunction such as headaches, chronic neck and back pain, stress related disorders, and insomnia.

Cancelation Policy

We understand that life happens but please try and cancel or reschedule your massage greater than 24 hours before the scheduled time. A $50 cancelation fee may apply for cancelations within 24 hours of the scheduled massage.

Massage Therapy Farmington MN | (651) 478-6988