What style of massage is best for you?

deep tissue

Deep tissue massage targets and relieves muscle tension and pain by focusing on slower work to access deeper layers of muscle and fascia, where scar tissue and inflammation can cause chronic pain and mobility issues. Deep tissue work doesn’t have to mean “pain”, and your comfort level will always be top priority during our deep tissue sessions.

CUPPING

Cupping therapy uses special suction cups that are placed on the skin to create a vacuum, which lifts the skin, fascia, and muscle tissue to encourage blood flow and relieve muscle soreness and tension. The primary goals of cupping are to provide pain relief and to facilitate fascial mobility. Blue Lotus offers dry cupping, which leaves stationary cups on areas of adhesion and soreness, and gliding cupping, which adds lotion or oil to facilitate cup movement to cover greater areas of muscle tissue.

NOTE: Cupping may leave visible suction marks on the skin that may last for several days, and is not recommended for individuals with bleeding disorders, those on blood-thinning medications, people with pacemakers, active skin conditions (like eczema, psoriasis, or open wounds), or during certain stages of pregnancy.

injury therapy

Therapeutic massage techniques can offer lasting pain relief from common injuries, past and current. Targeted massage therapy can relieve discomfort from conditions such as chronic back pain, sprains and strains, joint replacement surgery (with doctor’s release), sciatica, rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, tennis and golfer's elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, TMJ disorder, whiplash, plantar fasciitis, headaches, and more.

NOTE: Massage is not a replacement for medical treatment when medical treatment is required, but therapeutic massage can help facilitate the healing process as a supplement to medical care.

prenatal

Prenatal massage can help soothe common pregnancy-related ailments such as muscle fatigue, anxiety, minor swelling of feet and ankles, neck and back pain, and tension headaches. Prenatal massage uses light to moderate pressure, can be performed at any time during pregnancy, and is considered safe for pregnant women who are not considered "high risk" for any reason.

reiki

Reiki translates to "spiritually guided life force energy", and is used for clearing energy blocks and balancing the body’s energy flow. Reiki practitioners receive a series of attunements during their training in order to transmit and channel Reiki energy and focus it as needed to the recipient. Reiki is beneficial in clearing energy blocks that may be manifesting as physiological issues or emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, unexplained physical discomfort, or chronic stress, and provides an overall sense of peace, calm, and balance. Reiki requires little or no direct physical contact, and is generally done with the recipient remaining fully clothed. Sessions can be done as a stand-alone therapy, or incorporated into any massage session.​

craniosacral

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on therapy that uses very light touch to evaluate and ease tension related to the central nervous system and its effects on the body. CST works with the gentle pulse of the cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The client remains clothed, and generally experiences feelings of deep relaxation. CST has shown positive results in treating conditions such as TMJ disorder, autoimmune disorders, chronic headaches, whiplash, and more.

chair massage

Chair massage is generally performed at special events such as staff appreciation days, corporate events, spiritual retreats, weddings and reunions, and health and wellness fairs. These massages target the back, neck, and shoulders, and are usually 10-15 minutes per session. Chair massage is also an option in office for those who may have trouble laying on or climbing on and off of a standard massage table.

Please contact Blue Lotus for quotes on chair massage for your special event. Quotes are based on time on site, approximate number of attendees, and travel requirements.