Massage Therapy - Summer Moore, LMT and Certified Yoga Instructor - Deland, Florida

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Massage may be the oldest and simplest healing method. Its use has been noted in ancient carvings, paintings, and writings. Over the ages, its specific techniques have developed to give it a substantial role in modern healing tools. Today massage is incorporated into many healing modalities as a complimentary tool for injury management, stress relief, and a multitude of ailments.

The benefits of massage therapy are numerous. Massage increases blood circulation, improving the supply of oxygen and nutrients to body tissues and helping the lymphatic system flush away waste products. It eases tense and knotted muscles and stiff joints, improving mobility and flexibility. It reduces certain types of edema and relieves subcutaneous scar tissue. Massage affects the nervous system through nerve endings in the skin to help induce relaxation and bring about a sense of well-being. It helps reverse the damaging effects of stress by slowing heart rate, respiration, and lowering raised blood pressure.

Whether for health improvement, specific site healing, athletic enhancement, or general relaxation and stress reduction, massage can help one access their own physical and mental resources and firmly place one's ambitions in the "here and now".

What to expect during a massage:

Summer's treatment room has been prepared for your comfort and relaxation. You are encouraged, but not required to disrobe, and will be fully draped with a cover during your massage. Occasionally work can be done with a client fully clothed. Summer will be attentive to your needs in comfort, modesty, and therapeutic tolerance. Bodywork doesn't need to hurt in order to be successful. Communication about your comfort level is encouraged, yet needs to be appropriately balanced with quiet and restful relaxation. Soothing music and aromatherapy is optional. Afterwards, it is beneficial to drink extra water and enjoy a state of relaxation for some time, in order to "take in" the effects of the therapy on all levels: body, mind, and spirit.

*Please refrain from wearing scented products prior to your appointment.