| Ashiatsu
(ashi = foot, atsu= pressure) is an adaptation of an ancient
Japanese form of barefoot massage.
Bars are used overhead and used for balance and control. The
therapist uses her soft, clean feet to apply deep compression
massage and long, gliding strokes over the back of the clients
body. Lotion is also applied resulting in a deep luxurious,
Swedish-style massage.
Ashiatsu is an effective treatment for suffers of chronic
low back pain and neck pain.
This treatment is guaranteed to induce deep relaxation, relieve
tight muscles, and stimulate the body's own self-healing capabilities.
Massage is a key ingredient in any complete workout program-
massage speeds muscle recovery, increases endurance, and enhances
athletic performance.
Whether your a weekend warrior, or a marathon runner, a regular
massage routine can help you reach and maintain your fitness
goals.
Recognized by the American Medical Association and approved
by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage.
(NCBTMB)
Recommended for athletes, clients with a larger build or anyone
wanting to try something new who enjoys deep massage work.
Some contraindications for deep compression massage include:
alcohol or recreational drug intoxication; breast implants
within nine months, pregnancy or suspected pregnancy; recent
surgery including eye surgery within six months; heart condition
or high blood pressure; people on prescription anticoagulants
or acute inflammatory condition; stenosis and spondylolisthesis;
any contagious condition, including fever, cold or flu.
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