Advanced Alternatives Massage Therapy in Tallahassee FL
Advanced Alternatives Massage Therapy Center in Tallahassee was established in 2009. Their goal is to find solutions to pain and stress related conditions; their skilled massage therapists specialize in deep tissue, sports and medical massage to offer therapeutic solutions as well as treating common injuries or chronic pain conditions.
Specialized Massages
Shontielle specializes in injury specific Sports and Medical Massage Therapy, offering deep tissue massage, trigger point work, stretching and myofascial release as part of her techniques. Additionally, she is certified in manual lymphatic drainage massage using the Vodder Method; offering full body manual lymphatic drainage treatments. Shontielle is passionate about helping clients dramatically alter their lives by taking control of their pain cycle while increasing flexibility and mobility overall.
Advanced Alternatives Massage Therapy was established in Tallahassee, FL, in 2009 and quickly rose to become one of the highest-rated centers. Clients raved about Advanced Alternatives’ dedication to offering effective treatment plans and outstanding customer service, with specialty deep tissue, sports, medical massage services available as well as injury treatments including shoulder, sciatica back and neck pain relief, myofascial pain treatment.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is a therapeutic massage technique that targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissues, using slower strokes with firmer pressure to break down adhesions, relieve tension and pain, improve range of motion and break down adhesions. This type of massage therapy can be beneficial to those suffering from chronic back pain, tight or tense muscles or injuries such as whiplash.
A quality massage therapist should listen to your feedback and adjust pressure accordingly for maximum comfort. If you experience discomfort or the therapist is applying too much pressure on your body, speak up immediately. Bruising may occur following deep tissue massage due to manipulation of muscle and tissues – this is normal and will go away within 24-48 hours.
Hydrating before and after receiving a deep tissue massage is key to keeping muscles flexible and reducing post-massage soreness. Furthermore, drinking plenty of water after the session will flush out any toxins released during and post massage sessions.
If you are pregnant, have a blood clot or blood disorder, or taking blood thinners, it is crucial that you consult with your physician prior to receiving massage therapy. Massage may lead to muscle tears or bone fractures and worsen existing conditions; so before scheduling an appointment for one ask your physician whether deep tissue massage therapy would be safe.
Studies indicate that regular massage can help you sleep better and decrease depression or anxiety, while strengthening your immune system as it releases oxytocin and decreases cortisol, two stress hormones.
Massage can also increase range of motion and help ease the symptoms associated with fibromyalgia, sciatica, arthritis, carpal tunnel, sports injuries and chronic headaches. Furthermore, it may speed recovery after surgery while aiding scar healing, thanks to improving circulation and decreasing inflammation within your body and helping break up scar tissue deposits and prevent scarring and stiffness.
Sports Massage
Sports massage is similar to deep tissue massage, but designed specifically to support athletes and active individuals. It aims to increase flexibility, ease muscle soreness and prevent injuries. Sports massage may be combined with trigger point therapy or stretching in order to alleviate muscle knots more effectively. A licensed massage therapist will evaluate your posture and physical demands of sport in order to determine which techniques would be the most beneficial.
Sports massage differs from other forms of massage in that its primary objective is to address areas commonly overworked by athletic patients, such as shoulders and arms for baseball pitchers or legs and feet for runners. A sports massage also may address injuries sustained from sport participation, using techniques similar to those of deep tissue massage: effleurage (long gliding strokes), petrissage (kneading and squeezing of muscles), friction (deep circular movements), and tapotement (rhythmic tapping or percussion).
Sports massage has many other advantages beyond increasing range of motion; it can reduce pain from overuse injuries, reduce lactic acid build-up and enhance circulation. Sports massage can benefit both amateur and professional athletes; the former being especially vulnerable due to strain caused by workouts and competitions putting their bodies through similar strain. Therefore, regular sports massage sessions for this group is even more vital in order to prevent and treat injuries effectively.
As well as offering physical benefits, sports massage can also increase mental focus and endurance by eliminating muscle toxins that cause mental fatigue and impact different areas of your body. Regular sports massage appointments may even prevent injuries while helping your body reach its maximum performance potential.
Medical Massage
Medical Massage Therapy (MMT) is an approach used to address medical conditions or injuries diagnosed by a physician, using massage to target their source rather than simply mask it with medication. Medical massage can help alleviate sciatica, back pain, shoulder pain, myofascial pain & neck pain among many others.
One of the most prevalent medical massage treatments for lower leg problems involves working on the gastrogennemius & soleus muscles which often become injured due to sudden physical stress such as running a marathon or diving into a pool. This massage aims to soften connective tissue & avoid scar tissue formation at injury sites.
Advanced Alternatives Massage Therapy‘s experienced therapists offer an array of customized massage services designed to meet each client’s individual needs, with exceptional client care and top-quality services that set it apart in the wellness industry.



