CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a light-touch approach that releases tensions deep in the body to relieve pain and dysfunction.  It is a gentle therapeutic method of assessing and balancing the body’s craniosacral system.  This system is composed of the membranes and fluids which surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. A light, but focused, touch (approximately the weight of a nickel) is used to remove blockages, called restrictions, in the craniosacral system.  Areas of restriction lead to decreased nerve transmission and circulation, then to symptoms of discomfort and pain. The craniosacral and nervous systems are connected to the rest of the body through connective tissue called fascia.  These connections allow CranioSacral Therapy to effect distant areas and organ systems of the body, especially impacting the nervous, musculoskeletal, endocrine, and vascular systems.

Deep-tissue massage focuses on the deep layers of muscle and fascia in the body. By using deep pressure and slow, firm strokes, deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as a Swedish massage but the pressure can be more intense as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or adhesions (also known as knots).

Neuromuscular therapy (NMT) is a specialized form of deep tissue massage in which pressure and friction are used to release areas of strain in the muscle. The goal is to treat the underlying causes of chronic pain involving the muscular and nervous systems. This medically-oriented form of massage addresses trigger points (tender muscles points), circulation, nerve compression, postural issues, and biomechanical problems that can be caused by repetitive movement injuries.

Medical Massage refers to therapy prescribed by a physician. Medical massage is performed with the intent of improving conditions that have been diagnosed by a physician.  The treatment plan is created by following the directives of the patient’s physician.   A wide variety of modalities or procedures are utilized in order to focus the treatment to the specific diagnosis and are administered after a thorough assessment/evaluation by the therapist with specific outcomes being the basis for treatment.

Visceral Manipulation is a gentle hands-on therapy that is used to re-establish the body’s natural ability to heal itself. By identifying primary restriction patterns in the body, then using gentle manual techniques that encourage the release of restrictions, organ mobility and function can be improved.

Bridgette is an E-RYT 500 Yoga Teacher.  Yoga therapy utilizes various yoga practices such as poses, meditation, breathing, etc. to improve physical and mental health conditions.  Bridgette works one-on-one with you to create a customized treatment plan specifically targeted for you.

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Aromatherapy is the practice of using natural oils to enhance psychological and physical well-being.  Custom blends of therapeutic grade essential oils are created and used through topical application, massage, inhalation or water immersion to stimulate a desired response. Click here to learn more about aromatherapy.