Are you stressed, in pain or just need some time to yourself to unwind and be refreshed?
Massage and Bodywork can help.
It is my belief that massage has much more to offer than just relaxation. The stress of daily life, pain, injury and bad posture all serve to pull us out of balance, physically, energetically and emotionally. I believe that when we are in balance, the body’s natural healing abilities can do amazing things.
Bodywork focuses on the soft tissues of the body (muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and connective tissue). Soft tissues are vulnerable to injury from trauma, repetitive use, and bad posture. After soft tissue has been injured the body has a tendency to shut that part down to avoid further injury. This 'shutting' down involves creating pain and contracture in the injured area, which forces other tissues to compensate for the loss of function and support of the injured area.
Bodywork can help by
Releasing the tension in the injured area Increasing blood flow to the area
Relieving pain Releasing the compensations
Increasing range of motion Freeing blockages and improving energy flow.
Barry Marshall
Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist
N.C. License# 7586
828-265-0001