Massage is considered to be among the oldest of all treatments used by man. Chinese records dating back 3,000 years documented its uses. The ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians used forms of massage for some ailments. Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems. Today, massage is an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs and has proven beneficial to many chronic conditions such as low back pain, arthritis and bursitis. Massage helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living. Massage Therapy is now understood as a necessary and beneficial procedure for the health of your body. Utilizing techniques from the styles of Swedish, Accupressure, Deep Tissue, Sport Specific along with music and aromatherapy, it is my goal to give the client what they need to relax, center and heal themselves.

There are various types of bodywork techniques to choose from, each honoring the needs of your body, mind and spirit. Jeff is trained in the following;  Acupressure Addressing the points along the lines utilized in acupuncture therapy, providing benefits from the stimulation of pressure and point specific massage for overall health and well-being. Deep Tissue A massage that provides bodywork benefits to deep muscular structures, and digs deep into problem/pain areas for relief and physical release. Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) This comprehensive program of soft-tissue manipulation balances the body's central nervous system with the musculoskeletal system. Based on neurological laws that explain how the central nervous system initiates and maintains pain, the goal is to help relieve the pain and dysfunction by understanding and alleviating the underlying cause. Reiki By definition Reiki is the combining of the universal energy with individual energy to open pathways of healing. It teaches that disease is not separate from the body; it is the body out of balance. Sports Specific If you play a particular sport consistently, and perhaps exclusively, specialized massage for the muscles taxed by your sport are the focus of the bodywork. Structural Integration Structural integration is based on the idea that the entire body needs to be aligned and balanced. This approach is directed toward the myofascial system — the ligaments, muscles, tendons, and surrounding connective tissues. It is a slower technique often with more pressure to address the deeper structural components of the body. Swedish A relaxing experience that is characterized by long, smooth, gentle massage movements for either the full body, or the head, neck, shoulders and back.