Resonance massage therapy employs an array of techniques & modalities that include techniques designed to increase circulation, ease pain, and address myofascial trigger points (muscle knots). Trigger point release work may also be employed.
Resonance vibrational therapy involving bone toning restores the spine’s natural harmonic resonances, helping ease primary dysmenorrhea without the side effects associated with analgesics.
Resonance Therapy
Resonance Massage Therapy offers a full selection of therapeutic modalities tailored specifically to meet the individual needs of our customers, such as deep tissue, pregnancy/post-pregnancy massage, sport injury massage, fibromyalgia pain relief and TMJ relief. McKenzie’s approach fuses Eastern and Western techniques in order to harmonize central nervous system and musculoskeletal system functions in order to bring lasting healing and wellness. Indulge in Cupping, Gua Sha and Essential Oil treatments as enhancements; instruction workshops include Usui Reiki, Meditation Crystal Healing Matters of Spirit & Soul Theta Healing.
Amma Therapy
AMMA (pronounced “AMMA”) is an ancient form of energetic body work rooted in Oriental medical principles that involves manipulating energy pathways known as meridians to facilitate free circulation of life force (Qi) throughout the body and promote health and healing. Sessions focus on increasing this flow by opening channels so as to facilitate greater free flowing Qi through these meridians for maximum health benefits and healing effects. A session may focus on increasing meridien flow or clearing obstructions in these channels so as to promote more free flowing Qi circulation to promote health and healing; like Acupunctur or Acupressure techniques are fundamentally concerned with managing imbalance and shifting energy systems in general – just as with Acupuncture!
AMMA Therapy uses hand techniques to stimulate energy flow in each of the 14 major meridians in the body. A holistic practice, AMMA Therapy addresses every facet of mind/body complex; from studying tongue (considered a road map of body), taking multiple pulses, observing tongue (considered an indicator of body), eating habits, bowel movements, posture evaluations, emotional stability vitality personal preferences likes dislikes sensitivity to smells tastes sounds and touch; in fact small parts of body act like microcosms of organ dysfunction!
Tina Sohn, co-founder and pioneer in Chinese & Oriental Medicine at Wholistic Health Center and one of 800 families comprising Korea’s traditional ruling classes at birth, developed this holistic healing art. As a child she was immersed in this esoteric training.
AMMA Therapy is an in-depth form of Asian bodywork that draws upon kata – a structured sequence of movement emphasizing rhythm, pacing and precision – for treatment. No oils are needed as it can be performed either while sitting or lying down; various pressing, stroking and stretching techniques using thumbs, fingers, arms, elbows knees and feet on points along fourteen major meridians is used in AMMA.
Cupping
Cupping therapy is a form of deep tissue massage which improves circulation and eases muscle tension, breaking up scar tissue and loosening fascia or connective tissue. A traditional Chinese medical practice that dates back millennia, cupping is now taught by some physical therapy programs and physical therapists as well as massage therapists and acupuncturists.
Cupping therapy entails placing cups on the skin, usually for several minutes at a time. They may remain stationary or move across your body to provide a massage session. Cupping may cause temporary bruising which should dissipate over several days to a week if done properly; any persistant marks should be reported to your practitioner immediately.
Dry and wet cupping are both forms of cupping therapy, each offering its own set of advantages. When performing dry cupping, your provider heats each cup by either placing it over a flame or pumping air into it to create suction. Cups should then be attached to parts of the body such as back, stomach, arms, legs or hamstrings – cosmetic concerns prevent placing cups directly onto face or neck areas due to discomfort caused by suctioning oxygen from them directly into cups.
Cupping may be left attached for up to 10 minutes before being removed, and is suitable for adults and children as long as there are no contraindications such as high fever or excessive bleeding.
Gua Sha
Gua sha uses a flat tool usually made of jade or quartz to scrape the skin in order to promote healing, release stiff muscles, treat certain illnesses and enhance circulation. During this process, tiny blood vessels near the surface of your skin expand and burst, leaving behind red dots known as petechiae which, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, indicate your body is clearing away toxins.
Acupuncturists, massage therapists and physical therapists all utilize this ancient Chinese practice as part of their wellness practices. Recently it’s also become more widely adopted among Western practitioners such as chiropractors and physicians; before adding it into your wellness regime be sure to visit an experienced practitioner who can tailor their approach according to your unique health goals and health history.
Gua sha practitioners usually apply oil or lotion directly onto the surface of skin before using circular strokes on it with their tool in circular motions, applying gentle pressure or using more vigorous scraping strokes as desired. Gua sha should not be painful; if it causes any discomfort please inform your practitioner so they can back off on pressure or employ less-forceful scraping methods.
Insurance plans often cover acupuncture and may provide coverage for acupressure or chiropractic care; however, not always gua sha. That’s why it’s essential to find a practitioner offering this holistic treatment option and helping navigate costs. Furthermore, New York-based dermatologist Joshua Zeichner warns against applying gua sha on sunburned or acne-prone skin as this could irritate and even inflame it further.
Essential Oils
Essential oils are liquid extracts derived from certain potentially beneficial plants that can be used for natural and alternative medicine practices, including aromatherapy. There are three primary methods used to obtain essential oils: steam distillation, cold pressing and solvent extraction (1, 2).
Essential oil scents may stimulate areas of the limbic system in your brain that is responsible for emotions, behaviors, sense of smell, and long-term memory. This could explain why scents that recall familiar things may evoke memories or emotional responses in you.
Topical application of essential oils is another popular use for these aromatic extracts. Essential oils should always be mixed with a carrier oil (such as jojoba, avocado or castor oil) before being applied directly to the skin to allow easier absorption and avoid allergic reactions; any undiluted oils applied directly could lead to burning sensations and other side effects (2, 3).
Aromatic essential oils can also be enjoyed through inhalation by placing several drops on a cotton ball and sniffing through your mouth – this method may be especially appealing to people who do not wish to apply the oil directly onto their skin or have difficulty using other forms of application (4, 5).
When applying essential oils topically, experts generally advise using them at no more than 1 percent when combined with a carrier oil (6, 7). Furthermore, certain essential oils such as tea tree and lavender may be harmful when taken internally as their high doses can pass the placental barrier (8, 9).
