Massage Modalities

                                                                                                                                                                

 

 

                                    Hot Stone
                                Swedish Massage
                                    Deep Tissue
                                     Lomi-Lomi 
                                    Reflexology

 

                         Hot Stone Therapy 
The ancient art of stone therapy combines hot stones and Swedish massage techniques. The stones act like small heating pads transferring deep, soothing heat to areas of need. This increases circulation to the hands and feet while calming the nerves and warming the body.

                                  Swedish Massage 
Incorporates long strokes and kneading to soothe and increase circulation. My technique is to keep in constant contact with the body so as not to be distracting.

                            Deep Tissue
This method is effective especially around joints, where the tendons and ligaments become bound. Deep transverse friction is always a specific rehabilitation intervention. It introduces therapeutic inflammation through the creation of a specific and controlled injury of tissues.

                              Lomi-Lomi 
An ancient Hawaiian technique whereby the therapist and client are in constant contact using long strokes and kneading techniques using a higher amount of oil. Actually is more circular style motion , like a Hawaiian dance. Best for relaxation.
 
                           Reflexology
Reflexotherapy is treatment by manipulation applied to an area away from the disorder. In physiologic terms a reflex is an involuntary response to stimulus.

"This was my second massage with Mark. It was extraordinarily easy to set up an appointment with him, his home is easy to find, and it and the room designated for massage are both immaculate, welcoming, and warm. Mark advertises a superior massage experience. It is a pleasure when the expectation is exceeded by the experience and, with Mark, this is clearly the case. He is a person for whom massage is a natural expression; I was easily able to sense the intention and direction of each motion and stroke. Mark massages in a a circular fashion that keeps him in constant contact with the client. The result is a feeling of nurturing care and the assurance that he is "present" completely and totally. Mark's massage is seamless and elegant; I enjoyed every aspect of it and left, at the end, in a state of complete euphoria. I hope that I will be allowed to make massage with Mark a regular part of my life." - Sam B.