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Therapeutic Massage is...
The scientific art and system of the assessment of and the manual application to the superficial soft tissue of skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and the structures that lie within the superficial tissue by using the hand, foot, knee, arm, elbow, and forearm through the systematic external application of touch, stroking (effleurage), friction, vibration, percussion, kneading (petrissage), stretching, compression, or passive and active joint movements within the normal physiologic range of motion. Also included are external applications of hydrotherapy for the purposes of establishing and maintaining good physical condition and health through normalizing and improving muscle tone. Massage promotes relaxation, stimulates circulation, produces muscular relaxation, preventing fibrosis and adhesions in muscles, decreases the tendency toward muscular atrophy, decreases pain, stress, anxiety and tension, and improves immune system functions while producing therapeutic effects on the respiratory and nervous systems, and the subtle interactions between all body systems. These intended effects are accomplished through the energetic and mind/body connections in a environment that respects the client's self-determined outcome for the session.
History of Massage
Massage is considered to be among the oldest of all treatments used by man. Records dating back as far as 3,000 years were made by the Chinese, documenting its use. The ancient Hindues, Persians, and Egyptians used forms of massage for some ailments and Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems. Today, massage is an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs and has been proven a benefit to many chronic conditions such as low back pain, arthritis, and bursitis. Massage helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living.
Code of Ethics...
à Bestow the highest quality service possible, with dignity, honesty, and integrity. à Endeavor to serve the best interests of my patients at all times, conscious of my intent in all I do. à Accurately represent my abilities, my limitations, and myself; referring clients to appropriate medical personnel when necessary. à Enhance my knowledge and skills through self-evaluation and unceasing education. à Maintain clear and honest communication with my patients, always keeping confidentiality a high priority. à Provide a safe and secure environment for massage, using secure draping techniques, and continually ensuring the client’s comfort, safety, and privacy. à Strive to maintain and project high standards of professional conduct, with myself, my business, and the profession of massage in general. à Follow the policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations, codes, and requirements under which I am licensed.
Location / Phone Numbers
PO Box 1512, Cortaro AZ 85652
520.572.7473 fax/voice
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