Massage Therapist
Massage Therapist Provider I am a Massage Therapist Provider who is a licensed professional who manually manipulates the body’s soft tissues—including muscles, connective tissue (fascia), tendons, and ligaments—to alleviate pain, improve circulation, and restore mobility.
I Incorporate Key Targeted Relief for Specific Areas: Lumbar (Lower Back): targeting muscles like the quadratus lumborum and erector spinae to release deep-seated knots and adhesions. This helps relieve pain from poor posture, repetitive lifting, or sciatica. Neck & Shoulders: I use techniques like trigger point therapy and stretching on the trapezius and levator scapulae to relieve tension caused by stress or prolonged computer use. This often helps reduce tension headaches. Hips: Addressing muscle imbalances by working on the gluteal muscles and hip flexors. Releasing these areas can reduce the “pull” on the lumbar spine, further alleviating lower back discomfort. I commonly incorporate these following techniques: Deep Tissue Massage: I use slow, firm pressure to reach deeper muscle layers and break up scar tissue or chronic adhesions. Trigger Point Therapy: Focusing on specific “knots” that cause localized or radiating pain (referred pain). Myofascial Release: Using gentle, sustained pressure to loosen the fascia (connective tissue), improving overall flexibility and range of motion. Swedish Massage: Utilizing long, gliding strokes (effleurage) and kneading (petrissage) to improve circulation and promote relaxation, which is ideal for acute tension. Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT): Is a highly targeted approach that addresses specific pain patterns and muscle dysfunction to balance the nervous system and muscular system.
How Massage Therapy Relieves Pain: Breaks Pain-Spasm Cycles: By relaxing tense muscles, massage prevents the cycle where pain causes more stiffness, which in turn causes more pain. Enhances Circulation: Increased blood flow delivers oxygen and nutrients to damaged tissues while flushing out metabolic waste products. Modulates Nervous System: Massage stimulates the release of endorphins (natural painkillers) and reduces levels of cortisol (stress hormone). Improves Flexibility: Stretching and tissue manipulation restore joint mobility and correct postural misalignments.
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Debra Kvasnikoff
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