Massage & Rolfing
Massage & Rolfing at Integrative
Our massage therapists utilize various hands-on techniques to improve health, wellbeing, and peace of mind.
What is it?
What is Massage Therapy?
Powerful, therapeutic touch
Massage therapy is the therapeutic manipulation of soft tissue, including muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and joints.
Whole-body integration
Massage therapy aims to restore integrity and alignment to the body in order to provide pain relief, decrease stress, and improve mobility.
The Principles
The Principles of Massage Therapy
One
Circulation of Blood
Healthy blood circulation ensures the delivery of important nutrients.
Two
Movement of Lymphatic Fluid
Lymphatic drainage removes excess fluid, filters lymph and blood, and supports the immune system.
Three
Movement of Toxins
Through the movement of blood and lymphatic fluid, the removal of waste and toxins is supported.
Four
Release of Tension
Hands on manipulation facilitates the lengthening and relaxation of soft tissue.
Five
Structure of Function Are Interdependent
The integrity and alignment of soft tissue affects how well our body functions.
Six
Mind and Body Are Interdependent
The health of our body affects the health of our mind, and vice versa.
Applications
Applications of Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy can treat a wide variety of conditions, alone or alongside complementary medical treatments
- Strains and Sprains
- Chronic Repetitive Injuries
- Sports Injuries
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome
- Tension Headaches
- Temperomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder
- Fibromyalgia
- Insomnia
- Stress
- Anxiety, Depression
Related Treatments
Massage Therapy at Integrative may include the following treatments
Practitioners
Your Participating Practitioners
Our Registered Massage Therapists are skilled in various massage techniques in order to deliver the most appropriate treatment for your concerns. They utilize the healing power of touch to provide relaxation, restore health to soft tissue, and prevent further injury. As part of our Integrative team, they collaborate with your other practitioners to ensure their service compliments your overall treatment plan.
