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Massage in San Antonio
Benefits of Massage | Massage Resources | Massage Styles | Massage Q&A | Massage Articles
Massage in San Antonio is relaxing and therapeutic. Whether you want to reduce your stress, relieve acute or chronic pain, or perform better in your sport there is a massage therapist in San Antonio to help you. In fact, San Antonio, Texas has a large number of professional Licensed Massage Therapists that have made it their mission to Massage San Antonio.
To get a therapeutic massage in San Antonio all you have to do is select one of the independant Licensed Massage Therapists listed below. Check their websites, give them a call, and start feeling better when you receive your Massage in San Antonio.
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Benefits of Massage Therapy
Stress Reduction: Receiving a Massage in San Antonio is a great way to reduce the stress in your life. Not only are the physical effects very soothing, but there is often reduced anxiety and increased feelings of well-being. Massage has been proven to reduce levels of "stress hormones" that can be hazardous to your health. In addition to causing many types of health problems, some of these stress hormones are even thought to cause weight gain.
Pain Relief: Receiving a Massage in San Antonio helps with muscular aches and pains, some joint pains, and some nerve impingements (pinched nerves) which are often reduced or eliminated through massage therapy. Also, when combined with multiple styles of therapeutic massage like Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT), Myofascial Release, Ortho-Bionomy, Trigger Point Therapy, and even Reiki, those with chronic pain may get the benefit of long-lasting relief. Pain management and relief from conditions such as chronic low back pain, neck and shoulder pain, fibromyalgia, lupus, myofascial pain syndrome, migraines and other headaches, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, whiplash, and arthritis is common.
Less Soreness: Muscle soreness from your fitness and sports activities, called Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), can be decreased with massage in San Antonio.
Improved Circulation: Getting a massage in San Antonio leaves the circulation of the blood and lymph generally improved, helping you to eliminate toxins, feel great, and promote healthy bodily function. This is true of all massage techniques but especially with Swedish massage and Hot Stone Massage
Improved Flexibility: Massage can enhance tissue elasticity and flexibility and help increase the range of motion (mobility) of your joints. To improve flexibility massage therapy combined with Myofascial Release and Muscle Energy Technique works very well. Even people with some forms of arthritis and Parkinson's Disease can receive this benefit - Ask your Doctor if you should recieve massage in San Antonio.
Better Sleep: Many people sleep more restfully after receiving massage therapy. The benefit often continues several days after receiving massage therapy.
Better Athletic Performance: Anyone who wants to be better in their sport should have massage therapy. In addition to the benefits above, Sports Massage can reduce recovery time from workouts, help prevent injury, and speed up healing of injuries that you get - letting you make greater gains.
Improved Posture: Massage therapy can improve your posture by releasing muscles and connective tissues that lead to poor posture. Better posture helps to relieve stress on joints and muscles, reducing pain, reducing chronic tension, and increasing energy.
Reduced Anxiety and Depression: Studies by the Touch Research Institute of the University of Miami report reduced anxiety and feelings of depression with regular massage therapy.
A More Comfortable Pregnancy: Any mother who received massage therapy during her pregnancy can tell you that there's nothing better! Massage during pregnancy is safe and effective in relieving the aches and pains that often accompany the changes in the expectant mother's body. Guys, it's a great gift for the mom-to-be.
Best of All....It feels GREAT!!
Massage Styles and Techniques
There are a wide variety of therapeutic massage styles and techniques used by Licensed Massage Therapists to Massage San Antonio residents and guests. Some are used primarily for relaxation while others are primarily used to attain therapeutic goals such as relieving pain, helping to improve posture, helping rehab an injury, or aiding in the restoration of joint movement.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Medical Massage | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Hot Stone Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Reflexology | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Trigger Point Therapy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Swedish Massage: This is the relaxing, stress-reducing type of massage most people think about when they want a massage. Swedish massage includes gliding, kneading, and striking strokes as well as friction strokes, stretching, joint movements, gentle shaking, and rocking. Generally, Swedish massage is full-body and is very relaxing and has therapeutic benefits. Swedish Massage technique can also focus on one area of the body such as the back if that is the client's desire. Swedish Massage sessions are typically 1 hour to 90 minutes, but can be shorter or longer as desired. Get a Swedish Massage in San Antonio!
Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Medical Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Neuromuscular Therapy: Also called NMT or sometimes Trigger Point Therapy. Neuromuscular Therapy is a system of soft tissue manipulation techniques that seek to balance the nervous system with the musculoskeletal system. This is one of the methods I use to help clients experiencing pain and it's very gentle and effective. Stated in simplest terms, the Neuromuscular Therapist releases trigger points in muscles, and helps correct muscular imbalances that can cause pain and discomfort. Additionally, Neuromuscular Therapy uses soft tissue manipulations on tendons and other connective tissue to assist in muscle balance. Neuromuscular Therapy also addresses nerve pain caused by pressure from soft tissues including muscles, fascia, and tendons.
Neuromuscular Therapy is effective in helping with conditions such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD), Back pain, Headaches, Neck pain, Rotator Cuff injuries, Scoliosis, Sciatica, Fibromyalgia (FMS), and Migraines.
Swedish Massage | Myofascial Release | Medical Massage | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Reflexology | Hot Stone Massage | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Trigger Point Therapy: This type of therapy targets the sore, irritable, tight spots in muscles called trigger points. These trigger points can cause the whole muscle to be tight and painful, or even restrict movement in a joint. They can also "refer" pain to areas elsewhere in the body. In Trigger Point Therapy the Massage Therapist carefully seeks out the trigger points in muscles and uses specific compression techniques which allow the trigger points to release. This technique is often employed as part of NMT or Deep Tissue procedures and is a great method for relieving muscular pain and tension.
Neuromuscular Therapy | Swedish Massage | Medical Massage | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Reflexology | Hot Stone Massage | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Myofascial Release: This technique, while it doesn't feel like other types of massage, is another gentle and highly effective form of soft tissue manipulation (massage) used by the therapist to help release of restrictions in your fascia (a widespread connective tissue) that can cause tightness and pain. If you feel that you could relieve your discomfort or pain if you could "just stretch that area" then Myofascial Release could be just what you're looking for. The gentleness of Myofascial Release makes it the treatment of choice for many who suffer from Low Back Pain, Fibromyalgia, some forms of Scoliosis and Torticollis, Lupus, Myofascial Pain Syndrome, and other painful conditions.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Medical Massage | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Sports Massage: Sports Massage is generally used to help improve athletic performance. Most often the Sports Massage is focused on the muscles and tissues most often used in the athletes sport, i.e., runners focus on their legs and hips. The techniques used include those used in Deep Tissue or Swedish Massage but may be combined with other techniques like Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT), Myofascial Release (MFR), and stretching (PNF and MET). The Sports Massage session might also include Orthopedic (Functional) Assessment. Exactly how it is done depends on whether the massage is being used to prepare for an event, recover from an event (helping with Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness), or assist in treating an injury. Improve your performance with Sports Massage in San Antonio!
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Medical Massage | Myofascial Release | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Deep Tissue Massage: Deep Tissue Massage is a term that gets thrown around quite a bit. Deep Tissue Massage is a massage of the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissues of the body. Deep Tissue Massage is used to provide a more therapeutic effect by massaging all layers from superficial (closer to the skin) to deep (closer to the bone). It relaxes the muscles, rids them of built up metabolic waste, and helps release adhesions between muscles and connective tissues. It can also be useful in preventing scar tissue build up from injuries to muscles and connective tissues.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Medical Massage | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Reflexology | Hot Stone Massage | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Hot Stone Massage: This massage is among the most luxurious of them all. The therapist combines a Swedish or Deep Tissue massage with the healing properties of Hot Stones. The energy and penetrating heat of the stones help tension just melt away as though it had never been there. The stones are used both to perform massage strokes and to bring relaxing warmth to the body. It's been said that one massage stroke with a hot stone is equivalent to ten strokes without the hot stone. Try it, it's wonderful.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Medical Massage | Sports Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Reflexology | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Muscle Energy Technique: Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) are those manipulative treatments in which a client, on request, actively uses his or her muscles from a controlled position in a very specific direction against a distinct counterforce provided by the therapist which will vary according to results desired and condition of the client. In other words it's an advanced form of stretching. MET can be used for a variety of reasons including releasing tight muscles, mobilizing joints in which movement is restricted, improving local circulation, "breaking down" tough fibrotic (scar) tissue so that it can be replaced by healthier tissue, assist in releasing painful trigger points, and decreasing Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS).
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Medical Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Reflexology | Hot Stone Massage | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Reflexology: Usually applied to the feet and/or hands, Reflexology stimulates points on the body/feet/hands called "reflexes" that correlate to other parts of the body. Practitioners believe that the entire body is reflected in the hands and feet and can be affected through massage of "reflex" points. Try it, you will be pleasantly surprised!
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reiki | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Medical Massage | Couples Massage
Reiki: In Reiki the practitioner channels a form of life energy that is used to help people in healing. Many people receiving Reiki feel a tingling or temperature variation during sessions, and report a feeling of well-being afterward. While difficult to put into words, once you experience Reiki you'll want to do it again.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Ortho-Bionomy | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Medical Massage
Ortho-Bionomy: Ortho-Bionomy is a non-invasive, gentle form of bodywork based on the work of Osteopathic physician Arthur Lincoln Pauls. It is very effective in pain management and relief, correcting structural imbalances, and helping relieve chronic stress. Ortho-Bionomy works by engaging the body's own corrective reflexes within the neuromuscular system using gentle movements to positions of ease, and light compression of joints. Ortho-Bionomy may be used alone or incorporated into a more traditional massage. Clients find it to be quite effective, safe, and relaxing. For more information about Ortho-Bionomy
Medical Massage |Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Natural Reflex Therapy (NRT): NRT is a unique blending of reflexive therapy approaches including Ortho-Bionomy, Positional Release, Reflexology, and Chapman's Neurolymphatic Reflexes. NRT helps reduce pain and dysfunction by gently stimulating specific reflex points on the body and feet and safely moving bones, muscles, and joints into reflex positions. NRT is effective in helping a wide variety of conditions from sports injuries to headaches, scoliosis, whiplash, carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, and much more. NRT sessions provide needed relief from pain and stress, are relaxing, and are usually done with the client fully clothed.
Medical Massage | Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Pregnancy Massage: Pregnancy massage has gained tremendous popularity by helping the mother-to-be remain comfortable during her pregnancy and in many cases have an easier delivery. Pregnancy massage relieves muscle spasms and cramps associated with the stress of extra weight bearing and physical changes that occur during pregnancy. It also reduces stress and teaches the mother to relax. Relaxation is one of the keys to labor and delivery. The gestation process is enhanced through increasing blood circulation, lymph circulation, reducing edema, increasing cellular respiration. Pregnancy massage also provides emotional support and physical nurturing which may be passed on to the baby. Pregnancy massage also assists in reducing the stress in the weight bearing joints and the muscles, helping to enhance breathing capacity which is needed during labor and delivery.
Medical Massage | Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage | Couples Massage
Onsite Chair Massage: Chair massage, or Seated massage, is performed while the client remains fully clothed and seated in a specially designed massage chair. The massage chair allow the Massage Therapist to massage the client's head, neck, back, and arms in a typical 10-15 minute session. The high portability of the massage chair and the fact that client's are fully clothed means that massage sessions can be completed nearly anywhere.
Chair massage makes a great gift for employees or special clients. Receiving chair massage in the office or workplace has been shown to reduce stress and increase employee productivity. Chair massage is also a popular attraction at trade shows and conventions.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Medical Massage | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Couples Massage
Medical Massage: In Medical Massage the Medical Massage Therapist treats specific muscular and connective tissue problems with techniques directed at achieving favorable client outcomes under the supervision and written orders of the client's physician. More simply stated, the Medical Massage Therapist is a massage therapist with advanced training in the assessment of soft tissue dysfunction and treatment that works with your doctor to relieve your pain, improve function and Range of Motion, and improve posture as needed.
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Couples Massage | Chair Massage
Couple's Massage: Couple's massage isn't actually a different massage...it's a special arrangement that allows a couple to receive their massages at the same time, in the same room with two massage therapists. The massage may actually be any type of massage such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, or even Hot Stone. You could even mix and match. Couple's massage is a great way to share the power of massage. Couple's massage often does take some notice since your Massage Therapist will need to coordinate with another independant therapist, but it's worth it!!
Swedish Massage | Neuromuscular Therapy | Myofascial Release | Sports Massage | Deep Tissue Massage | Muscle Energy Technique | Hot Stone Massage | Reflexology | Natural Reflex Therapy | Pregnancy Massage | Chair Massage
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