-Uses a light hypoallergenic lotion to allow the hands to glide smoothly over the tissues

-Pressure is typically light to moderate

-Used when your goal is to obtain general relaxation

-Decreases blood pressure, enhances blood flow, creates a general feeling of well being

-Uses techniques similar to Swedish massage but with deeper pressure

-Uses light hypoallergenic lubricant

-Delves further into muscle bellies, connective tissues, adhesions and fascial layers

-Specifically designed to address restrictions in the fascia

(the connective tissues surrounding the muscles, and internal organs)

-Uses no lubricant

-Based on the work of Janet Travell M.D.

-Uses the pressure at designated locations in the muscle to release restrictions and relieve local or referred pain

-Uses no lubricants

-Uses progressive pressure throughout the entire length of the muscles to release restrictions

-Uses no lubricant

-May incorporate any of the above techniques

-Addresses special areas of pain that result from disease or injury

-Physician's prescription required

-May be used in conjunction with the above techniques to restore the tissues to their normal length and allow them to function optimally.