Jennifer Harmon, LMT

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is aimed at addressing muscular aches and pains from typical work and exercise.  Many people assume that "deep" means that it should be done with intense pressure, or should be painful. Deep tissue massage is a general massage (back, neck, shoulders, arms, and legs) that actually targets knots and kinks deep within the muscle tissue to help you find relief; it can and should be done at a pressure that is comfortable for you. This session will involve communication between us to ensure that your massage is addressing your concern areas with a pressure that is comfortable for you. If any discomfort is experienced it should always be a "hurts so good" sensation.  

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Myofascial Release/Focused Pain Relief

Deep, persistent pain that worsens over time is often due to muscle knots that bind to fascia. Fascia is connective tissue that is found throughout your body and is the "glue" that holds everything together. Fascia can sometimes bind to the muscle tissue, restricting motion and creating painful "trigger points". Myofascial release uses prolonged static holds and techniques to loosen binding between a muscle and the fascia surrounding and within that muscle. I utilize myofascial release in conjunction with trigger point treatments, stretches, and hot/cold therapy to actively engage the area causing you pain, reducing discomfort and improving muscle performance. These sessions start as a "dry session" with no lotion or cream. As the session progresses, I will often transition into techniques that use cream.

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Sports Massage

Athletes have unique needs that differ from others. Active muscles are typically happy muscles, but also need attention to maintain their optimum health and performance. Physical training challenges the muscles and encourages them to bulk up and gain strength and density. Sports massage focuses on supporting active muscles as you train, and provides treatments to muscles that have experienced injuries. Working with a knowledgeable massage therapist can also help you identify when your training is creating imbalances in your muscle groups and when there is an underlying issue that might need medical attention. My goal is to keep you healthy and training to your highest potential, while minimizing the risk of acute and long-term injuries. Let's work together to keep you strong, active, and improving. 

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Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy is a beautiful and often challenging time for a woman. As a mother, I understand the joy, excitement, and anticipation that this time period brings. I also understand how uncomfortable a time this can be in your life. During pregnancy, your body is working overtime to support another life (or lives!) and with this comes many many changes. Relaxin (a hormone your body creates in abundance during pregnancy) causes your joints to increase in flexibility so that at the end of your pregnancy you can safely deliver your child.  Unfortunately, this can also lead to discomfort. Pregnancy massage focuses on soothing the pain and discomfort caused by extra stress on muscles and connective tissue, as well as encouraging a feeling of wholeness and wellness as you create life. It is a unique form of massage that brings a sense of peace and well-being in an exciting time in your life. Pregnancy massage can be safely received at any point during a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy. As an added comfort for mothers-to-be, I have special belly pillows that allow expectant mothers to lay on their stomachs comfortably, if that is how they wish to receive massage during this time. 

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Swedish massage/Relaxation massage

Have you been under a lot of stress? Don't have one particular area that needs extra attention? Prefer a light touch massage that will leave you feeling relaxed and pampered? A Swedish/relaxation massage focuses largely on relieving stress and anxiety. The massage strokes are long and flowing. I will spend the session pampering you!