COMMON INJURIES
MEDICAL MASSAGE
Is a scientific therapy based on recognized physiological laws and associated principles designed to help the body maintain a level of homeostasis between the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. It combines the scientific application of properly applied pressure, gentle ranges of motion and stretches for the purpose of relieving pain, normalizing muscle tone, restoring postural balance and achieving restorative benefits for the entire body thus eliminating the cause of a person’s acute to chronic myofascial pain and dysfunction. To achieve these goals, many modalities of soft tissue manipulation are utilized.
SPORTS MASSAGE
Sports Massage Therapy is ideal for dealing with injuries or as a preventative treatment to deal with muscle and connective tissue health. It also addresses a range of motion issues, muscle tone, muscle symmetry, balance and the quality of the individual’s posture. It is also used to release tension, reduce pain, restore range of motion and to promote good overall muscle conditioning. The massage therapist achieves this by moving muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue to achieve the desired effect.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Deep tissue massage is a style of massage that is designed to get into the connective tissue of the body, rather than just the surface muscles. A variety of techniques to deeply penetrate the muscles and fascia, loosening them and releasing tension. Many clients have a more intense experience with a deep tissue massage, but also feel that it is more beneficial, because it addresses deep-seated muscle pains. Like other types of massage, deep tissue is most beneficial when undertaken on a regular basis, so that therapist and client can work together to correct long term problems, relax the body, and prevent future injury.
COUPLES MASSAGE
Our clients can relax and enjoy a massage for two, in a room with ONE or TWO therapists. It can be a husband and wife, girlfriend and boyfriend, same-sex partners, moms and daughters, and best friends. Excellent for any occasion — Anniversary, Wedding, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day – or just because. We regret that we will not be able to provide a couples’ massage to clients under 18 years old, even with their parents consent. We reserve the right to check identification of each person appearing under 18 years of age.
ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT
Acupuncture is the art of using fine needles to insert under your skin which will use your own energy to heal yourself. Moxabution is using heat through ai ye’s – folium artemisiae argyii (sometimes with the other herbs) that has a strong penetration power to warm up meridians/organs to treat patients. The flowing energy will push the blood and lymph systems’ circulation to relieve pain or enhance your organs and the meridian’s functions to regain your health and/or prevention of sickness toward longevity. In the classic book of Sun Si Miao’s “Bei Ji Qian Jin Yao Fang” (孫思邈的<備急千金藥方>) mentions the fire needle application.
PRENATAL AND INFANT MASSAGE
When a woman is pregnant, getting a massage is a good way to reduce the stress of pregnancy. Studies have shown that Pregnancy Massage can improve the woman’s mood, ease the pain, decrease depression and anxiety and reduce the risk of pregnancy complications. Since the stages of pregnancy introduce large hormonal changes in a woman’s body, this can often cause fatigue, irritability, nausea and water retention. Since the fetus is continually growing throughout the pregnancy, the body’s hormones cause ligaments and tendons to relax to make room for the growing child, which can cause numerous muscular aches and pains to develop. These can be alleviated with pregnancy massage.
INJURY MASSAGE
Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) are a family of injuries affecting tendons, tendon sheaths, muscles, nerves and joints. They occur over time and cause persistent or recurring pains most commonly in the neck, shoulders, forearms, hands, wrists, elbows and lower limbs. Most common RSI include: Tendonitis, Golfer’s Elbow, Trigger Thumb, Carpel Tunnel, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) and Writer’s Cramp. People who experience RSI experience symptoms such as: numbness, tingling, burning sensations, pain, dull ache, dry, shiny palm, clumsiness of the hands (loss of ability to grasp items, impaired thumb and finger dexterity), swelling around the wrist and hand, aches and pains which may be strongest at night.
SWEDISH MASSAGE
This classic massage treatment is also known as a Relaxation Massage and the goal is to relax the entire body through various techniques such as long, flowing strokes using light to medium pressure. Your session will address such issues as stress, tension and mild to moderate muscle discomfort. Swedish massage is often recommended for first time massage clients and is excellent for improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.
CUPPING MASSAGE
When a woman is pregnant, getting a massage is a good way to reduce the stress of pregnancy. Studies have shown that Pregnancy Massage can improve the woman’s mood, ease the pain, decrease depression and anxiety and reduce the risk of pregnancy complications. Since the stages of pregnancy introduce large hormonal changes in a woman’s body, this can often cause fatigue, irritability, nausea and water retention. Since the fetus is continually growing throughout the pregnancy, the body’s hormones cause ligaments and tendons to relax to make room for the growing child, which can cause numerous muscular aches and pains to develop. These can be alleviated with pregnancy massage.
HOT STONE MASSAGE
Our Signature Massage! Hot Stone Massage is a form of massage therapy that follows the same principles of Swedish Massage with the addition of heated stones, which helps lead to deep relaxation. Adding heat to specific areas on the body enhances the feelings of relaxation and peace. Recommended in particular for individuals suffering from fibromyalgia, arthritis or other chronic pain. The penetrating effects of the heated stones allows the massage to be delivered without excessive pressure.
THAI MASSAGE
Thai massage is a very holistic practice. With the hands of a skilled Thai massage practitioner, one can experience a sublimely rhythmical workout that balances the body's need for movement and stretching. Each session provides a relaxed state in which excessive worry and stress seem to evaporate.Utilizing pressing techniques, gentle rocking, and various yoga-like stretches, clients are able to relieve body stiffness, gain flexibility and help improve overall balance in major muscle groups. Massage is able to stimulate energy lines which help promote and balance energy throughout the body.
REFLEXOLOGY
Foot Reflexology massage can be a deeply relaxing and therapeutic modality for those suffering from plantar fasciitis, ankle injuries or even everyday work and play. At Platinum Massage clinic , your massage therapist will apply traditional Swedish and sports massage techniques to the foot, calf and upper leg. This will not only help relieve toe pain, ankle pain, plantar fasciitis and common forms of arthritis, but can also decrease stress and anxiety in the entire body. In addition, a variety of stretches can be beneficial.