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Why finding the right therapy (and therapist) matters
Life demands a lot of us. Pain and discomfort can make it feel overwhelming to keep up and be present for the things you love. Maybe its playing with your kids, pursuing a favorite hobby, or simply getting through the day comfortably. And you don't have unlimited time and money to waste trying endless solutions.
My goal is to help you understand if and how massage therapy could help you with your specific symptoms, conditions, and situation. If its a good match then my goal becomes this: to help you clear away the aches, pains, and tension so you can reconnect with the things that matter most to you.
Is Massage the Right Fit?
It might be... if you’re experiencing nerve pain, chronic tension, movement restrictions, or mental health challenges like stress and anxiety. These are all things that have a high likelihood of being helped with massage.
Massage therapy applied thoughtfully and tailored to your needs can be remarkably effective at removing these obstacles that keep you from feeling like yourself. Below, you’ll find a list of conditions I work with and how I address each of these common concerns so you can decide if it’s time to give this approach a try.
Conditions and Symptoms By Type
There are 4 main categories of conditions where I have found my approach especially valuable. Find the category that best matches your situation, or view a list of all conditions.
Nerve Pain
Symptoms
- Sharp, shooting, radiating pain
- Numbness, tingling, burning
- Pain gets worse after long-held position or repetitive activity
Examples
- Sciatica, pinched nerves, carpal tunnel
How i help:
- Reduce pressure on nerves
- Soothe irritated tissue
- Make space for nerve movement
Chronic Pain
Symptoms
- Tightness, tension, & tenderness
- Poor posture
- Headaches & migraines
- Muscle fatigue
examples
- Stress-related aches and tension, repetitive motion injury, posture related pain
How I help:
- Release tight muscles
- Decompress and stretch
- Balance muscle activation
- Calm nervous system
Movement Restrictions
Symptoms
- Stiffness
- Restricted joint motion
- Pain and discomfort
- Instability and balance issues
Examples
- Restriction from injuries, post-surgical, alignment issues
How I help:
- Reduce pain signals
- Introduce healthy movement
- retrain nervous system and muscle patterns
Mental Health
Symptoms
- Feelings of tension and tightness
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
Examples
- Stress and Anxiety, Depression, Seasonal affective disorder
How I help:
- Boost "feel good" chemicals
- Vagal nerve stimulation
- Soothe the subconscious
All Conditions
These are conditions that will likely benefit from massage therapy. It is not a complete list, so if you don't see your condition here, send me a message.