Vasaio Life Spa

Massage Therapy

Vasaio has been committed to wellness from before our doors even opened in 2004. We believe that muscle has memory and whether you have repetitive strain injuries or old trauma pain, Vasaio's medical massage therapy team can help retrain these muscles to be in a more relaxed state. These services feel good, but did you know there is much research that indicates the incredible health benefits massage can be to ones body? Increase serotonin and endorphin levels, lower blood sugar, lower blood pressure, better sense of well being, improves skins elasticity, detoxing, are just a few of the benefits people derive from this wonderful therapy.

Know what to ask for:

• Deep tissue - Deep tissue massage targets the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. The massage therapist uses slower strokes or friction techniques across the grain of the muscle. Deep tissue massage is used for chronically tight or painful muscles, repetitive strain, postural problems, or recovery from injury. People often feel sore for one to two days after deep tissue massage. Drinking lots of water post massage helps to relieve discomfort as the body will need to flush out toxins following this treatment.
• Swedish - Massage therapists use long smooth strokes, kneading, and circular movements on superficial layers of muscle using massage Vasaio's organic lotion, creams or oil.
• Hot Stone - Heated, smooth stones are placed on certain points on the body to warm and loosen tight muscles.
  The massage therapist may also hold stones and apply gentle pressure with them. The warmth is comforting. Hot stone massage is good for people who have muscle tension but prefer lighter massage.
• Pregnancy Massage - Also called prenatal massage, pregnancy massage is becoming increasingly popular with expectant mothers. Massage therapists who are certified in pregnancy massage know the proper way to position and support the woman's body during the massage, and how to modify techniques. Pregnancy massage is used to reduce stress, decrease swelling, relieve aches and pains, and reduce anxiety and depression. The massage is customized to a woman's individual needs.
• Reflexology - Although reflexology is sometimes called foot massage, it is more than simple foot massage. Reflexology involves applying pressure to certain points on the foot that correspond to organs and systems in the body. Reflexology is very relaxing, especially for people who stand on their feet all day or just have tired, achy feet.
• Sports massage - You don't have to be a professional athlete to have one-it's also used by people who are active and work out often. The focus isn't on relaxation but on preventing and treating injury and enhancing athletic performance.
  A combination of techniques are used. The strokes are generally faster than Swedish massage. Facilitated stretching is a common technique. It helps to loosen muscles and increase flexibility.
• Medical Massage - Medical massage can use the combination of any massage with the intent to rehab muscle tissue. Usually there is range of motion tests, and measurements t assess progress from week to week.
• Aromatherapy Massage - Organic plant oils used in any of the massages. This is for extreme relaxations. Aroma therapy works this way:the nostrils are attached to a part of the brain called the limbic system. The limbic system controls emotions and influences the nervous system and hormones. Using certain oils bring about certain responses. Lavender is one of the most popular, and helps one to reach relaxation state quicker than massage alone.