Services and Integrations
All of my services are billed at the same price, so when you book with me at Portal to Wellness you always get the same quality service.
Massage Services are $120 an hour.
First timers get a one hour massage for $100 an hour, tax included.
Any client who continues to come to Portal to Wellness at least once a month will pay the same rate of $100 an hour. There is no better price for regular comprehensive massage therapy.
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Myofascial Release
In addition to the muscles, bones, tendons and ligaments that make up the body, there is also fascia. Fascia is the name given to the web of connective tissue throughout the body. It is essential for every movement and requires care and maintenance the same way the rest of the body does. It is meant to be loose and elastic to help facilitate muscle movements.
Over time, fascia can begin to stiffen. This is usually caused by the muscles in the area being stiff over a long period of time. When our fascia gets stiff, it can’t function properly and as a result the muscles get more stiff from working at a diminished capacity. These two conditions can exacerbate each other and cause regular discomfort or even pain.
Not to worry. Fascia can regain its elasticity over time with regular massage therapy. A Myofascial integration as part of a regular massage therapy routine can break up tough fascia and return it to a healthy elasticity. Myofascial work can also be done individually depending on the needs of the client.
The process is simple. The therapist finds firm fascia and applies heavy pressure, often for minutes at a time. While people often are concerned that Myofascial work can be uncomfortable, clients generally find the therapy very comfortable and as enriching as typical therapy.
Myofascial work can cause long term benefits to the body which you can see in your day to day life.
TMJ and Intraoral Massage
I also perform a certain targeted massage for the TMJ muscle group. (The chewing muscles) These muscles can become very sore slowly over time, so often a person doesn’t even notice the slow build up. If you have discomfort while chewing or talking, a night grinding issue, or even chronic headaches, TMJ treatment can help.
The routine is typically a half an hour, and can be done as a stand alone treatment or incorporated into a massage. It includes working on the upper arms, back, and chest, as well as the head, scalp, and face. Finally I perform intraoral massage, meaning I put on medical gloves and massage the muscles inside the mouth. This can be a challenging massage but it will always be tailored to the clients needs, and is the best way to end the pain and suffering from TMJ issues.
Hot and Cold Stone Therapy
Hot and Cold stone therapy is an excellent way to directly enhance the therapeutic massage experience. The heat from the stones can be applied all over the body, and to specific problem areas to enhance circulation and facilitate the bodies natural rejuvenation.
It is up to you to decide how much heat you would like in your massage. Stones can be applied directly to the skin or over a draping. Alternatively, it can be enough to use the stones to heat the therapists hands for the massage.
Cold stone therapy is also very enjoyable and therapeutic. The cold temperatures are ideal for enflamed areas. Also the combination of the heat and cold provides exceptional therapeutic relief for injury recovery and chronic pain management.
Hot Oil and Bamboo
Bamboo tools can be incorporated into regular massage. Often there are tough areas on the body that can be addressed with a Bamboo tool, both effectively and comfortably.
I also have incorporated a new bamboo specific routine into my practice. It is involves multiple tools being used along with oil in a traditional bamboo massage style. These tools and the oil are heated to add to the therapeutic benefit of the massage.
Bamboo tools are exceptionally dense and they provide deep work both in muscles and fascia.
