Massage

David Peter Armentano, L. M. T., M. M. P.

A massage should not be intimidating.  Your comfort is my primary concern and is crucial to you receiving the most benefit from your session.

I offer a private room and use only conservative draping methods.  This means the only part of your body ever exposed is the part being treated at that moment.

I offer several different massage techniques.   We will determine together your needs and use whatever is needed to achieve your goals.

Types of massage offered

Therapeutic massage -- the most popular type massage.  It is designed to alleviate the client's particular aches and pains.  It relieves stress and allows your muscles to relax so they can heal naturally.  This massage may be tailored based upon doctor's orders.

Swedish massage (relaxation massage)  –-  used for general relaxation.  Uses various techniques to relax and stretch the muscles, as well as increase blood flow and oxygen to them.

Swedish Gymnastics -- used with Swedish massage to passively stretch muscles and increase range of motion in joints.

Deep Tissue Massage –- one of the most commonly misunderstood terms of massage.  Deep tissue does not refer to the amount of pressure applied, but rather the depth of the muscles being treated.  Deep tissue does not have to hurt or leave bruising.  Bruising is tissue damage.  You do not have to damage superficial tissue to reach deep muscles.

Sports Massage --  a combination of Swedish massage, gymnastics, and deep tissue used to treat the specific needs of athletes.  Can be pre-event, during, or post event.  Helps athletes maintain peak muscle performance, lessens chance of injury, and gives quicker recovery time when injuries do occur.

Ice / Heat Massage –- localized treatment using ice or moist heat to address specific muscle injury.   The area is first treated with ice then slowly warmed back up and manipulated.   This is beneficial in reducing swelling and preventing scar tissue.

Reflexology -- practice of using pressure points and massage on the feet that correspond to other parts of the body to alleviate pain.

Medical/Orthopedic Massage -- Throughout life, injuries occur and Orthopedic Massage can aid in the recovery process through specific techniques that can include: Electro-Acu-point Stimulation, Massage Cupping and stretching as well as many other techniques. Medical/Orthopedic Massage requires a prescription for treatment.

Chair Massage -- In this wonderful type of massage you are seated in a very comfortable chair specially designed for use with massage and your head, neck, shoulders, back and arms are massaged to release tension and stress. This service can be arranged for events at your office or a special event. Costs vary based on distance to travel and amount of time requested.

Pre/ Post-natal -- A mother can appreciate the stresses of pregnancy and pregnancy recovery and the tolls taken on the body by pregnancy. Here you will have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the miracle that is/has taken place as you are pampered and nurtured back to your vibrant self as the mother or mother to be.