Bodywork

Massage Therapy / Bodywork

Massage Therapy and Bodywork are natural and instinctive methods by which aches and pains can be soothed while bringing relief from stress, tension, and fatigue. The effects vary greatly from one person to another depending on the needs of the individual and the results to be achieved. In addition, because the body is treated as a whole, the person can also be affected mentally and emotionally. Many healthy people believe that regular bodywork helps them remain physically, mentally, and emotionally fit. They enjoy the pleasant, refreshed, invigorated, and centered feeling they get from a good session of bodywork. After years of doing Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage and Reflexology, I now predominantly specialize in the following advanced therapeutic bodywork techniques in which the client can wear light, comfortable clothing.

Cranial – Sacral Therapy

CST is a gentle hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the craniosacral system which is comprised of the membranes and cerebral spinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch I release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system. By complementing the body’s natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for it’s ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction including:

  • Migraine Headaches
  • Chronic Neck and Back Pain
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Motor – Coordination Impairments
  • Central Nervous System Disorders
  • TMJ Dysfunction
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Autism
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Post Surgical Dysfunction
  • Neurovascular & Immune Disorders
  • Emotional Difficulties

Myofascial Release

The fascial system is a tough connective tissue which spreads throughout the body in a three dimensional web from head to feet without interruption. Trauma, posture, and inflammation can create a binding down of fascia resulting in excessive pressure on nerves, muscles, blood vessels, boney structures, and/or organs. Many of the standard tests such as x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, etc, do not show the fascial restrictions. It is thought that an extremely high number of people suffering with pain and/or lack of motion may be having fascial problems, but most go undiagnosed. The Myofascial Release I employ consists of the gentle application of sustained pressure into the fascial restrictions. The gentle pressure will allow the fascia to elongate and relax. As a result, pain is reduced and mobility increased.

Visceral Manipulation

At optimal health, the relationship between the organs (viscera) and the structures of the body (muscles, membranes, fascia, and bones) remains stable despite the body’s endless varieties of motion. When one organ can’t move in harmony with it’s surrounding viscera due to abnormal tone, adhesions, or displacement, it works against all the bodies organs and structures. This disharmony creates fixed, abnormal points of tension that the body is forced to move around. That chronic irritation, in turn, paves the way for disease and dysfunction. VM is a gentle therapy that works through the visceral system (the heart, liver, intestines, and other internal organs) to locate and alleviate these abnormal points of tension. VM employs specifically placed manual forces that work to encourage the normal mobility, tone, and motion of the viscera and their connective tissues. This results in a more relaxed functioning of the abdominal, pelvic and chest organs. In turn, this helps reduce pain in the body while also increasing range of motion.
Neural / Vascular Manipulation
“I have referred many patients to Doug for his healing hands. I have not been disappointed. He has a knack of getting quick results with many of the more difficult cases. He has the ability to think outside the box when it comes to approaching each case individually. I strongly recommend Doug Simon as an outstanding healing arts practitioner.” – Thomas R. Donovan D.C., C.C.S.P.
“I have worked with many body workers and I give Doug the highest marks. He helped me heal a very damaged arm (I fell on it) in record time and I have consistently left the sessions feeling very improved. When he worked on opening my breathing channels, the additional oxygen in my system gave me clarity and elation that I didn’t know was within me. What a treat.” – Diane Michelsen, Law Offices of Diane Michelsen

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