Massage Therapy - Birmingham Al
Massage therapy at Azia Medical Spa
Azia Medical Spa offers a full range of body massage therapies to address each of your specific issues or concerns from relaxation to relief of tired, aching muscles. Our Signature Massage is a personalized treatment designed just for you. Our licensed massage therapists will tailor your massage therapy treatment from a mix of modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu and Sports.
Other massage modalities include:
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Hot Stone Therapy-
Hot Stone Massage uses hot river or black volcanic rock to alleviate discomfort associated with tense muscles. Studies have shown that Hot Stone Massage can relieve tense muscles, improve lymphatic drainage and deeply soothe away tension. Hot Stone Massages can increase blood and lymph circulation. The heat from the stones helps tight muscles release more quickly than traditional massage.
90 minutes $115
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Lymphatic Drainage-
This therapy is a way in which to stimulate the lymphatic system, allowing for the circulation of fluids and provides a boost to both the immune system and metabolism. This service is recommended being paired with the Zerona treatment.
60 minutes $85
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Swedish -
Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. If you are new to receiving massages, it is the best massage to start with.
Utilizing a combination of five basic strokes:
effleurage (long, gliding strokes to improve circulation), petrissage (picking up and squeezing the muscles), friction (direct pressure), tapotement (quick, light striking movements) and vibration (rhythmic shaking). They are firm but gentle pressure to help improve the circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and create relaxation. Swedish massage is the foundation for other types of Western massage, including sports, deep tissue and aromatherapy
30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes and 90 minutes. $45, $60, $75 and $100
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Deep Tissue -
Please take note: The term “deep tissue” is often misused to identify a massage that is performed with sustained deep pressure. If a practitioner employs deep tissue techniques on the entire body in one session, it would be next to impossible to perform? it might lead to injury or localized muscle and nerve trauma, thereby rendering the session counterproductive.
Deep Tissue Massage is a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Utilizing many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense.
To addresses the client’s specific complaints and pain, We use a dedicated set of techniques and strokes to achieve a measure of relief. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fibers of the muscles, tendons and fascia. Passive and active stretching may be used to assist the muscles in releasing adhesions. The purpose is to “unstick” the fibers of a muscle while releasing deeply held patterns of tension, removing toxins, while relaxing and soothing the muscle. It is both corrective and therapeutic.
30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes and 90 minutes. $50, $65, $80 and $105
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Prenatal -
Medical Massage is geared towards relief of muscular pain. The focus is in
finding the source of the pain and using different massage techniques to
eliminate that source. The number of treatments needed vary depending on the muscular problem, its location, how long it’s been present and the patients healing process.
Migraines (When booking for a migraine, communicate to the receptionist you have one now and what you are sensitive to light, sounds, smells, movements etc… During migraines a massage may be contraindicated depending on symptoms. The therapist may need to avoid music, bright lights and fragrance.
2. Tension Headaches
3. Sinus
4. Trigeminal Neuralgia
5. Cluster
Possible Causes:
1. Migraines: mostly unknown (by medical community), cranial circulation
problem, misalignment of neck vertebrae, food or chemical sensitivities
(environmental), hormonal changes (female, thyroid), blood sugar imbalances
2. Tension: muscle spasm, TMJ problems, neck alignment
3. Sinus: allergies (can be food, pollen, etc.), bacterial or viral, neck
misalignments
4. Trigeminal Neuralgia – 5th Cranial Nerve irritation
Signs/Symptoms:
1. Migraines: bilateral or unilateral pain, pain mild to severe lasting for hours or days, nausea, vomiting, distorted or blurred vision, sensitive to light and sound, cold extremities
2.Tension: pain, referred pain, muscle spasm and tension, triggerpoints, duration 1 hour to 1 day, TMJ, frontal, temporal and occipital regions often affected
3. Sinus: pressure around eyes, nose, cheeks or back of head, congestion, excess mucous
4. Trigeminal Neuralgia -triggerpoints in face, lips, tongue, jaw, more common in older people (50+)
Our therapist customize all of the clients services according to what the client’s body needs.
90 minutes $115
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Repetitive Use Injury Massage-
Repetitive use injury is a range of painful conditions of the muscles, tendons
and other soft tissues. It is mainly caused by repetitive use of part of the body.
It is usually related to a job or occupation, but leisure activities can also be a
cause? for example carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, golf elbow, and many
more
30 minutes $50
60 minutes $80
90 minutes $110
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Neuromuscular Massage (Trigger Point Therapy)-
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy addresses trigger points. A trigger point is a hyper-irritable spot that is painful. It is called a trigger point because it “triggers” a painful response to another area of the body. Trigger points are located in a tight band of muscle fibers and their most tender point in the band.
We educate the client about their body and give them control of the massage using a number system to communicate about pressure and release while applying pressure to the trigger point. The scale ranks from 1 through 10. Number 1 is very little pressure and number 10 is pain beyond pain. The resting numbers are 7 or 8. We do not want you to be in pain. When you are in pain, you tighten your muscles which defeats the objective.
We will locate and deactivate the trigger point using a combination of slow strokes and a pincer grip (picking up the muscle fibers) at a moderate depth to loosen and lower the tone setting in the muscle to help the client stay out of pain.
It took a while to get the muscle in this condition. Depending on how long the trigger point has been chronic and in a “holding” pattern will determine how many massages are needed to alleviate pain. In addition, clients are taught how to move in different ways to keep the pain from reoccurring.
30 minutes $50
60 minutes $80
90 minutes $110
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Reflexology (Zone Therapy)-
Based on an ancient Chinese therapy, reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex zones on the feet. It is sometimes referred to as zones to stimulate body organs and relieve areas of congestion. specific reflex zones on the feet.
This body work involves application of pressure to these reflex zones to stimulate body organs and relieve areas of congestion.
Similar to acupressure principles, reflexology works with the body’s energy flow to stimulate self healing and maintain balance in physical function.
This technique is used to relax the central nervous system, reduce pain,
increase relaxation, and stimulate circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids. It
is especially useful in stress related illness and emotional disorders.
Reflexology is also convenient in cases where an area of the body is
traumatized or diseased to the extent that direct manipulation is not
appropriate.
We offer two treatments of Reflexology?
30 minutes treatment on only the feet and
60 minute treatment covers the feet and a scalp massage.
30 minutes $50
60 minutes $ 80
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Plantar Fasciitis Therapy-
Plantar fasciitis is a common, painful foot condition. Plantar fasciitis refers to the syndrome of inflammation of the band of tissue that runs from the heel
along the arch of the foot.
Who gets plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is most often seen in middle aged men and women, but can be found in all age groups.
Plantar fasciitis is diagnosed with the classic symptoms of pain well localized
over the heel area of the bottom of the foot. Often the pain from plantar
fasciitis is most severe when you first stand on your feet in the morning. Pain
often subsides quite quickly, but then returns after prolonged standing or
walking.
Plantar fasciitis is sometimes, but not always, associated with a rapid gain of
weight. Plantar fasciitis is sometimes seen in recreational athletes, especially
runners. In these athletes, it is thought that the repetitive nature of the sports
causes the damage to the fibrous tissue that forms the arch of the foot.
Why did I get plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis occurs because of irritation to the thick ligamentous connective tissue that runs from the heel bone to the ball of the foot. This strong and tight tissue contributes to maintaining the arch of the foot. It is also one of the major transmitters of weight across the foot as you walk or run. Therefore, the stress placed on the tissue is tremendous.
Initial management of plantar fasciitis involves controlling the inflammatory process in your foot. This usually involves using ice to decrease the pain and
inflammation in the plantar fascia. We preform ice bottle massage combined
with reflexology. This application technique has the added benefit of gently
massaging the tissue on the bottom of your foot. The ice bottle massage and reflexology can provide a gentle stretch to your plantar fascia, which may help to improve overall mobility in your arch and foot.
30 minutes $50
60 minutes $ 80
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Medical Massage-
Medical Massage is geared towards relief of muscular pain. The focus is in finding the source of the pain and using different massage techniques to eliminate that source. The number of treatments needed vary depending on the muscular problem, its location, how long it’s been present and the patients healing process.
1. Migraines
During migraines a massage may be contraindicated depending on symptoms. The therapist may need to avoid music, bright lights and fragrance.
2. Tension Headaches
3. Sinus
4. Trigeminal Neuralgia
5. Cluster
30 minutes $50
60 minutes $80
90 minutes $110
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Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massages have become a staple in many different environments. Consequently, they are no longer confined to upscale health clubs or luxury spas. Today, this kind of therapy is offered in numerous environments and settings including hospitals, clinics, businesses and even in nearby airports. Therefore, for those who have experienced any type of massage therapy, they are normally aware of its many benefits. So, they usually know what to expect during these sessions.
Azia Medical Spa has an extensive selection of massage therapies to address specific issues. The Signature Massage is a treatment customized and designed specifically to an individuals needs. Our massage therapists are licensed and will deliver tailor-made treatments which can include sports massage, Shiatus, Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage.
Massages Defined
A massage is normally defined in many different terms and ways. In fact, some people may describe them as professionals pressing, manipulating and rubbing the outer skin areas, tendons, ligaments and muscles. This type of therapist will often use their hands and their fingers to perform their massages, and they may also use their elbows and forearms. Based on the individual and the circumstances, the therapist that gives the massage may make use of light stroking actions to applying deep pressure on an individual’s back and shoulders.
Types of Massage Therapies
Before an individual talks to a therapist about a massage, they may want to make a selection of what type massage that they will prefer. The four most common types of massage are Swedish massage, deep massage, sports massage and trigger points massage. Each kind of massage has specific benefits. For instance, people normally requests a Swedish massage when they want to relax or to be energized throughout their work day. To perform this type of massage therapy, the massage therapist will normally use long strokes, tapping, deep circular movements, kneading and vibration techniques.
If you are interested in scheduling a Massage Therapy treatment at Azia Medical Spa contact us at: 205.980.7772 or click here to contact us.
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