Massage Therapy

Signs You Need a Massage

Feeling stressed, anxious, fatigued, or depressed? Experiencing nasal congestion or having trouble sleeping? Are your muscles tense or sore? Do you want to maximize your athletic performance? Then massage therapy in Madison WI or Middleton WI may be for you.

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Different Types of Massages for Different Needs

Swedish Massage - Long gliding strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, tapping, and vibration. Relaxation, improved circulation, relief from muscle tension.

Deep Tissue Massage - Slow, deep strokes with firm pressure targeting deeper muscle layers. Helps with chronic pain, muscle knots, and tension relief.

Sports Massage - Combination of stretching, deep tissue techniques, and trigger point therapy. Helps prevent injuries, enhances performance, and aids in muscle recovery.

Trigger Point Therapy - Direct pressure on tight muscle fibers (trigger points) to release tension. Alleviates pain and muscle stiffness, especially in areas of chronic tension.

Myofascial Release - Sustained pressure on connective tissue (fascia) to relieve pain and restore motion. Reduces chronic pain, improves flexibility, and aids in recovery.

Reflexology - Pressure applied to specific points on the feet, hands, and ears. Promotes relaxation, improves circulation, and relieves stress.

Prenatal Massage - Gentle strokes adapted for pregnant women, often with specialized positioning. Reduces swelling, relieves back pain, and promotes relaxation during pregnancy.

Cupping Therapy - The application of suction cups to the skin, either using heat (fire cupping) or a vacuum pump (dry or wet cupping), to create negative pressure. Increases blood circulation, relieves muscle tension, promotes healing, reduces inflammation, and detoxifies the body.

Aromatherapy Massage - Swedish or deep tissue massage combined with essential oils. Enhances relaxation, relieves stress, and boosts mood.

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What To Expect At A Massage Therapy Session

Your session will start with our therapist asking about your symptoms, medical history, problem areas and what you're hoping to get out of massage.

With the massage therapist out of the room, you will undress to the point that you're comfortable, lie on a table and be covered with a sheet. Your therapist will reenter the room, dim the lights, and put on soothing background music/sounds. They will touch to locate painful or tense areas and determine how much pressure to apply. They will then use one or more techniques (types of massages) during your session.

Afterwards, you should feel calm, relaxed, and refreshed.

* If you are allergic to any ingredients or oils, or need a different level of pressure, please let our massage therapist know.

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Benefits of Massage Therapy

Massage therapy, especially coupled with chiropractic care, laser therapy, functional medicine, custom orthotics, and nutritional supplments, can help: