Palm Springs Massage Therapy

This Outdoor Scrub is a 25 minute full body foam & scrub, styled after a traditional Turkish Hamam treatment. This scrub is done with complete privacy in our desert’s great out of doors. A special all natural, non-toxic and highly biodegradable soap, containing featured essential oils is worked into an invigorating foam. This treatment culminates with a series of rinses that alternate between hot and cold water. A brief period of time is built in between treatments, to allow you to also enjoy a superb massage tailored to your specific needs. This treatment is naturally done weather permitting. This Service is FREE when booked with a 90 minute massage!

All couples are welcome. Classes are on a first come, first served basis. Learn to reconnect and communicate with each other through simple touch. Classes are held at the Retreat@777 in Palm Springs; sharing the facilities of Palm Springs Massage Therapy. There will be peaceful surroundings accentuated by soft candle lighting, appropriate music, clean linens (including robes), and aroma therapies. A place for changing will be provided. The massage techniques used include: Petrissage, Kneading, Effleurage. Each partner will have an opportunity at giving and receiving No books, no writing; although some handouts will be given, to take home. Refreshments will be provided. Total Cost is $150 for the 2 hour session. Please advise us if you have any skin allergies to nut oils or topicals, when registering. Several advanced classes will also be given; please contact Palm Springs Massage Therapy for further details. Reserve your class time online or by phone. (760) 318-7516 www.PalmSpringsMassageTherapy.com Simple touch is universal, yet many of us need to re-acquaint ourselves, or learn to improve our touch. Massage is one of the simplest ways to express that empathy and healing, through simple basic touch. There is formal course work and training involved to become a licensed Massage Therapist; including anatomy, physiology and the studies of many different types of modalities. However, basic touch is always a central theme. It is the basic instinct of all of us to touch and to heal by rubbing a sore part of the body, to give comfort, and also to express our feelings for one another. It is possible through our cultural upbringing to become disconnected with that simple and basic need of touch. Psychologist Abraham Maslow argued that humans no longer have instincts because we have the ability to override them in certain situations. What better time than Valentine’s Day to communicate with someone you love through touch. Simple, yet very powerful touch is an unspoken language. It is a special bond or connection between people that is as traditional as eating or breathing. This special class on basic touch is offered at a small private resort called Retreat@777 in Palm Springs. It is where the services of Palm Springs Massage Therapy are offered. This class for couples lasts about 2 hours, and covers simple touch and a several basic massage techniques. The class is geared for kinesthetic learning; that is hands on. We’ll dive right into relating with your partner through sense of touch. Complete contact with the hands that linger with slow deliberate movements. We will have a few exercises in communicating solely through touch. A private class consists of you and your partner and the instructor. Please note that although the class is sensual in nature and geared specifically for couples, it is not a sexual massage. Come to the class prepared for relaxation, and reconnecting yourself with your own basic instincts of healing and communicating through touch with your partner.

Aquatic Massage -This is a 60-90 minute massage performed while in a heated saltwater pool. A simple description of Aquatic Massage would be ‘massage while afloat'. You float comfortably in a large pool of warm water while your muscles are massaged, joints mobilized,and tissues stretched resulting in a state of blissful relaxation and advanced therapeutic care. This work is seasonal and is always performed weather permitting. This treatment is available after the sun slips behind the San Jacinto Mountains (The actual time varies. Please call or write for further information). If you have access to an enclosed pool or can maintain the temperature of the water at 93-96 degrees, for the duration of the massage, house calls are possible year round.

Also known as firm Pressure Massage or Integrative for specific area work. This Therapy uses massage techniques involving the use of slow, deep and intense massage strokes across the grain of the muscle to heal physical injuries, chronic tension and emotional stresses within the body. Although not designed for "hurt", deep tissue massage applies greater pressure than relaxation/Swedish massage to deeper layers of the muscle. It can be used to release trapped nerves and correct damaged muscle tissue, as well as to soften hard muscles which have caused joint restriction and structural misalignment.

Also known as firm Pressure Massage or Integrative for specific area work. This Therapy uses massage techniques involving the use of slow, deep and intense massage strokes across the grain of the muscle to heal physical injuries, chronic tension and emotional stresses within the body. Although not designed for "hurt", deep tissue massage applies greater pressure than relaxation/Swedish massage to deeper layers of the muscle. It can be used to release trapped nerves and correct damaged muscle tissue, as well as to soften hard muscles which have caused joint restriction and structural misalignment.

The Feel Good Massage is my most requested massage, and for one good reason, it works! With this massage I make no unbelievable promises. It is a simple yet very effective massage of light, medium or firm pressure designed to completely relax your body. Its designed to work based on physiological sciences rather than employing the ether (the rarefied element formerly believed to fill the upper regions of space). The massage was developed to adapt to your specific needs. It usually culminates with soothing yet focused head and neck work. Many clients can not resist the urge to fall into a restful escape. If you have any questions regarding this massage please do not hesitate to contact me. The benefits of this massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation, decreased stress and muscle tension and improved range of motion.

The Feel Good Massage is my most requested massage, and for one good reason, it works! With this massage I make no unbelievable promises. It is a simple yet very effective massage of light, medium or firm pressure designed to completely relax your body. Its designed to work based on physiological sciences rather than employing the ether (the rarefied element formerly believed to fill the upper regions of space). The massage was developed to adapt to your specific needs. It usually culminates with soothing yet focused head and neck work. Many clients can not resist the urge to fall into a restful escape. If you have any questions regarding this massage please do not hesitate to contact me. The benefits of this massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation, decreased stress and muscle tension and improved range of motion.

Shiatsu is Japanese for "finger pressure"; it is a type of alternative medicine consisting of finger and palm pressure, stretches, and other massage techniques. Some shiatsu practitioners promote it as a way to help people relax and cope with issues such as stress, muscle pain, nausea, anxiety, and depression. Shiatsu was invented by Tokujiro Namikoshi; he founded the first shiatsu college in 1940. There are two main Shiatsu schools: one incorporating elements of evidence-based anatomy and physiology, and the other based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Shiatsu is usually performed on a futon mat, with clients fully clothed.

Shiatsu is Japanese for "finger pressure"; it is a type of alternative medicine consisting of finger and palm pressure, stretches, and other massage techniques. Some shiatsu practitioners promote it as a way to help people relax and cope with issues such as stress, muscle pain, nausea, anxiety, and depression. Shiatsu was invented by Tokujiro Namikoshi; he founded the first shiatsu college in 1940. There are two main Shiatsu schools: one incorporating elements of evidence-based anatomy and physiology, and the other based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Shiatsu is usually performed on a futon mat, with clients fully clothed.

Close your eyes. Imagine the dry heat of a mid-summer Palm Springs day.Now imagine the feeling that dry heat being applied to your body in a soothing therapeutic manner, all year-round!This Hot Stone Massage is different from traditional Hot Stone Massages because it is done with no oils. Instead, aloe enriched powder (imagine desert sand) is applied and a warm DRY heat of heated river stones takes you on a relaxing journey into our unique desert setting.

This massage is designed especially for couples. The Palm Springs Massage Therapy style is relaxing and therapeutic. It is a simple, yet very effective massage of light, medium or firm pressure; designed to completely relax your body. It’s designed to work based on physiological sciences rather than employing the ether (the rarefied element formerly believed to fill the upper regions of space). It usually culminates with a completely delectable scalp massage. Many clients cannot resist the urge to fall into restful sleep, temporarily insulated from the raging world outside. The benefits of this massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation, decreased stress and muscle tension, and improved range of motion. This treatment is very popular for special occasions such as an anniversary or vacation treat. If this sounds like a massage for both of you, please know that as much advance notice as possible should be given, so that the proper preparations may be made.

his massage is designed especially for couples. The Palm Springs Massage Therapy style is relaxing and therapeutic. It is a simple, yet very effective massage of light, medium or firm pressure; designed to completely relax your body. It’s designed to work based on physiological sciences rather than employing the ether (the rarefied element formerly believed to fill the upper regions of space). It usually culminates with a completely delectable scalp massage. Many clients cannot resist the urge to fall into restful sleep, temporarily insulated from the raging world outside. The benefits of this massage include increased blood circulation, mental and physical relaxation, decreased stress and muscle tension, and improved range of motion. This treatment is very popular for special occasions such as an anniversary or vacation treat. If this sounds like a massage for both of you, please know that as much advance notice as possible should be given, so that the proper preparations may be made. PLEASE NOTE: This reservation for the couples massage is a "REQUEST ONLY". Confirmation will be e-mailed to you once staff members are confirmed for your appointment time. The current special offer of a free Foam Scrub applies to "individual" bookings only. If you have TWO people that would like to take advantage of the free scrub offer please book them as "individual"l massages.If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us for further details.

Therapeutic Massage can be a great tool for alleviating the symptoms of sciatica, mainly through the use of passive and active lumbar stretching, and deep tissue massage to the adjacent lumbar and gluteal muscles. Sciatic pain is actually a set of symptoms, including pain, that may be caused by general compression and/or irritation of one of five spinal nerve roots that give rise to each sciatic nerve, or by compression or irritation of the left or right or both sciatic nerves. The pain is felt in the lower back, buttock, and/or various parts of the leg and foot. In addition to pain, which is sometimes severe, there may be numbness, muscular weakness, pins and needles or tingling and difficulty in moving or controlling the leg. Typically, the symptoms are only felt on one side of the body.

Cross-fiber myofascial spreading is performed very, very slowly on both superficial and deep tissues. When correctly performed, myofascial spreading works across the fibers (cross-fiber) to spread the fascia fibers and muscle bundles. This spreading creates more space and volume within the tissues allowing better flow of fluids within the tissue. Myofascial massage restores soft tissue health without increasing inflammation. Once the plasticity and flexibility of the fascia is restored, the fascia will respond more optimally to external forces. Myofascial massage can also restore normal length and tone to short, tight muscles.

This massage focuses in the lower lumbar region and includes, the quadriceps, erector and glute muscles. Hips are also given focused attention. Most healthcare providers are recognizing massage therapy as a legitimate aid for lower back pain and an effective adjunct to lower back treatments. Fifty-four percent of healthcare providers say they will encourage their patients to pursue massage therapy in addition to medical treatment.

Massage must not be performed during the acute stage of this injury - usually 48 hours after injury. For grade two and three strains, massage may not be suitable for over a week. This is because if the is still bleeding then heat and massage will increase bleeding, not stop it. For rehabilitation of muscle strains, sports massage is very important in softening / preventing scar tissue forming at the site of injury and re-aligning the new healing fibers in the direction of the muscle fibers. This may help prevent re-injury. The focused work generally lasts less than 30 minutes additional massage is applied to he entire leg and glute areas.

Massage, in addition to drinking plenty of water, is is very helpful in reducing extensive edema in the legs. Your legs are generally elevated during this massage.Massage for this issue consists of rubbing only in the direction toward your heart while starting at the toes and pushing gently, but firmly up the leg all the way into the groin. This is done for 15 to 20 minutes on each leg. Some Edema may be caused by very serious issues.For this reason this massage may require a doctor's approval prior to a massage session.

Symptoms of this issue can include pain, stiffness, decreased range of motion, tingling and numbness anywhere from the neck to the hand You may notice skin changes of the neck, arm, and hand. You may also notice weakening of these muscles as well. Computer users who practice poor posture, people who do repetitive overhead activities such as painting and filing, telephone users who continuously tilt their head to one side, and people who sleep with too many or pillows that are too fluffy are most likely to experience this issue. This massage often includes focused attention to the pectoral areas.

Massage isn’t just for pampering: It can provide great relief for people who suffer from chronic back or neck pain or a long-term illness. Massage for chronic pain works by interrupting the cycle of chronic pain. When you have pain in a certain area of the body, the muscles tighten around that area to "protect" it, mobility is limited, and often, circulation is reduced. Additionally, pain that began with an injury or illness can cause emotional and psychological stress that exacerbates the pain and even remains after the physical condition has healed. Massage for chronic pain restores mobility by loosening tight muscles and trigger points and by lengthening muscles. Massage also improves circulation by increasing blood flow, as well as promotes relaxation and helps relieve emotional stress and anxiety that can contribute to chronic pain.

Zoku Shin Do (the heart of the feet) is the oldest form of East Asian Foot Reflexology which can be dated back more than 5,000 years to ancient China.Zoku Shin Do is unique because East Asian medicine believes the foot is a very important part of proper meridian balance and function since the foot is considered the transition area between yin (energized) and yang (relaxed) meridians (pathways which life energy passes through).Well balanced meridians lead to well balanced health.

Massage therapy is one of the best antidotes for stress. We know this is true on an intuitive level. If even the untrained hands of a friend or partner can soothe aches and pains, and diminish anxiety, then imagine the effect of a therapeutic massage by a trained practitioner. Even the rituals of massage come as a welcome break from our hurried lives: dimmed lights, soothing music, the pleasant fragrance of a mild oil or candle - even without massage, these might help you relax. But coupled with the right massage techniques, you'll actually feel the stress leaving.

A general foot / hand massage that helps clients feel more relaxed leaving them with a lasting effect all day. Because of the relaxing effect of the massage -stress is lowered. Reduced stress and relief from painful sore or tight muscles are the number one reasons why clients choose massage. There is no promise to “cure” or diagnose any other ailments through foot or hand massage. This massage features a cream based blend of calendula and jojoba oils that leave no greasy residue. You may choose to add essential oils such as peppermint or menthol for added effects. (Peppermint oil contains numerous minerals and nutrients including manganese, iron, magnesium, calcium, folate, potassium, and copper. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A & C.

A general foot / hand massage that helps clients feel more relaxed leaving them with a lasting effect all day. Because of the relaxing effect of the massage -stress is lowered. Reduced stress and relief from painful sore or tight muscles are the number one reasons why clients choose massage. There is no promise to “cure” or diagnose any other ailments through foot or hand massage. This massage features a cream based blend of calendula and jojoba oils that leave no greasy residue. You may choose to add essential oils such as peppermint or menthol for added effects. (Peppermint oil contains numerous minerals and nutrients including manganese, iron, magnesium, calcium, folate, potassium, and copper. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A & C.

This signature powder massage is unique because powder is used in place of oils, lotions and gels. The powder is derived from certified organic, aloe. (Please inform me if you are allergic to cornstarch products). This massage is usually performed with minimal draping so if draping is important to you, please consider choosing one of my other massages. Because of the friction involved with this type of massage, it may be considered an energy massage. It is designed for literally invigorating the senses, causing them to awaken and become alert!

TAKE $30 OFF THIS MASSAGE RATE! Have you made Healthful Resolutions that include making better choices?Massage at Palm Springs Massage Therapy can assist you when keeping those promises. To get you started and to keep you on your plan for good health, Palm Springs Massage Therapy has a massage program just for you. Get a 90 minute massage for the price of a 60 minute massage! (CREDIT GIVEN AT CHECKOUT) Final rate for most 90 minute massage with the discount applied will be only 94! Book your appointments in advance, with at least 1 massage every thirty days and the special rate will continue for as long as you do! Choose to conveniently calendar appointments in advance. Receive timely appointment reminders by text message or by email. Reschedule if needed but adherence to 1 massage within a 30 day period is required to maintain this special rate. Utilize "House Call" Massage or come to the Retreat@777 in Palm Springs Break your resolution and then restart? No problem, restart the program at anytime. Offer good for any 90 min massage offered at Palm Springs Massage Therapy! This offer is not good with any other offers; such as scrub specials, couples massage or massage add-ons. This offer is good for booking 90 minute massages only. Gift Cards can be used with this special. Adherence to 1 massage within a 30 day period is required to maintain this special rate. Applies to Massages booked within the calendar year of 2013 (massages completed by Dec 31, 2013) To get started, book online the special named"2013 Healthful Resolutions" When finalizing your appointment enter the code "Resolution" in the space provided. Recive credit for $30 on a 90 minute massage.