Oncology Massage
The American Cancer Society says that massage for cancer patients really does decrease stress, anxiety, depression, pain and fatigue. Traci Hardin, a certified oncology massage therapist, will adapt for any and all treatment side effects when developing the client’s personalized treatment plan. A doctor’s note with approval is necessary.
Cancer Treatment Symptom Relief Massage
“Gentle, conscious massage is not only safe, but has many demonstrated beneficial effects (eg. enhanced well-being, decreased anxiety, nausea and fatigue) There is no data to suggest that it causes any harm to persons with cancer.” – Dartmouth-Hitchcock (Medical Facilities)
Lymphatic Massage Therapy
Lymphatic massage, also called lymphatic drainage or manual lymph drainage, is a technique for treatment of lymphedema, an accumulation of fluid that can occur after lymph nodes are removed during surgery, most often a mastectomy for breast cancer. Lymphatic massage is a gentle, relaxing form of massage that helps the body’s lymphatic system get moving again while reinforcing immune function.
Swedish Massage, Sinus Massage, Neck & Shoulder Express, and more…
These services can increase blood supply to the tissues, improve energy and alertness, aid in patient’s injury recovery, reduce pain, and so much more.
MediCuppingTM Therapy
MediCupping™ uses a machine to create the suction and pumping movements that are normally done with manual vacuum pistols, to create a soothing, consistent and effective treatment without strain on the therapist or client.
This technique is the “separation” that the vacuum produces in tissue layers. This enables water absorption and renewed blood flow to undernourished and dehydrated tissue as well as the elimination of old waste and congestion.
Pregnancy Massage for Mother & Child
This service is effective for the mother before, during, and after the birth. Massage can alleviate the stress, pain, and exhaustion that come with pregnancy and the birth process. Massaging baby can stimulate circulation, aid in digestion, soothe irritability, and much more.
Bellanina Facelift Massage
Bellanina Facelift Massage is considered a holistic treatment for rejuvenation of the facial muscles and skin. Though there are other ways to improve the signs of aging skin, this technique focuses on the natural human touch of the practitioner, which is very healing and should not be under-rated.
Hot & Cold Stone
Dense basalt stones are used for this therapy as they retain hot and cold temperatures. The warm and cold stones are used in conjunction with specific massage strokes. The heat from the warm stones penetrates deeply to help loosen and sooth tightened and congested muscles. The cold stones can reduce inflammation and combat the pain of headaches and migraines.
Reflexology
This treatment will concentrate on the reflex points of the hands and feet that correspond with the organs and areas of the body to achieve relief and relaxation.
Foot Massage; Hand, Wrist & Arm Massage; Paraffin Treatment
These extremities massages/treatment can relieve repetitive motion injuries in lieu of or in conjunction with surgery and/or physical therapy.
Consists of individual, sanitary doses of physio-therapeutic spa-grade paraffin infused with the finest nourishing and detoxifying skincare ingredients for a results-focused experience. Each dose is exclusive to each client in single-use gloves and boots, giving a superior feeling experience.
Nourishment Blend: is a topical infusion consists of 11 vitamins, including vitamin, A, C, E, D, B-5, B-12, and the mineral selenium. Provides the nutrients vital to healthy skin and is ideal for renewal and maintenance.
Tian Di Bamboo Massage
This luxurious treatment uses bamboo sticks and massage cupping during the massage. It is a unique experience not found anywhere else around this area. The ability to get a deep therapy is accomplished using different pressure levels and different sizes of bamboo and cups. The cups are used as a reverse pressure massage. Toxins in your body are broken up and brought to the surface so your body is able to eliminate them. Cupping is a great therapy for fibromyalgia sufferers.
Amethyst Biomat – An FDA approved medical device
The Biomat’s technology blends negative ion generation (alkalizes and purifies blood) with far infrared light generation (heat therapy) and amethyst crystals (calming influence). Clients may use the mat in a chair or relax on the massage table. The Amethyst Biomat can relieve pain, burn calories, ease stiffness, reduce stress, improve skin and more. Results may vary with each client. Ideal time frame is 30 minutes.
Bellanina Facelift Massage
This holistic treatment is used for rejuvenation of the facial muscles and skin. This technique focuses on the therapist’s natural human touch to promote healing and improve the signs of aging. The honey pot and a tie-up are enhancing tools for the Ballanina Facelift Massage. A minimum time frame of 30 minutes is recommended.
Foot Massage; Hand, Wrist & Arm Massage; Paraffin Treatment
These massages/treatments for the extremities can relieve repetitive motion injuries instead of or combined with surgery and/or physical therapy. The Paraffin Treatment consists of individual, sanitary doses of therapeutic, spa-grade paraffin infused with the finest nourishing and detoxifying skincare ingredients. Each dose is exclusive to each client in single-use gloves and boots. Paraffin treatments have a 20-minute minimum time frame.
Hot & Cold Stone Massage
Dense basalt stones are used for this therapy as they retain hot and cold temperatures. The Hot & Cold Stone Massage use warm and cold stones along with specific massage strokes. The heat from the warm stones penetrates deeply to help loosen and sooth tightened and congested muscles. The cold stones can reduce inflammation and combat the pain of headaches and migraines.
Ionic Foot Bath
This detox service is used to improve energy levels and purge toxins. The foot detox can also make the body’s pH more alkaline therefore less prone to illness. Clients have reported less fluid retention, lowered blood sugar and bad cholesterol levels, improved memory, improved bladder control and circulation, and headache and arthritis pain relief following this treatment. The ideal time frame for this service is 30 minutes. If you have a pacemaker or a heart monitoring device, you may not use this service.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
This deep tissue massage along with stretching and ice treatment can be helpful to this painful foot condition. A massage therapy treatment plan for someone with Plantar Fasciitis should be applied to both feet even if only one foot is injured. Traci has specialty training in this technique for those suffering from Plantar Fasciitis.
Pregnancy Massage for Mother & Child
This service is effective for the mother before, during and after birth. Massage can alleviate the stress, pain and exhaustion that come with pregnancy and the birth process. Massaging baby can stimulate circulation, aid in digestion, soothe irritability and more.
Tian Di Bamboo Massage
This luxurious massage uses bamboo sticks and massage cupping. It is a unique experience not found anywhere else in this area. This deep therapy uses different pressure levels and different sizes of bamboo and cups. Body toxins are broken up and brought to the surface to be eliminated. Cupping is a great therapy for fibromyalgia sufferers.
Vacu Therapy – Effective treatment for injured areas of the body
This alternative medicine treatment uses local suction on the skin to mobilize blood flow to promote healing. The “separation” that happens in tissue layers can aid those with diabetes, fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis. This technique can also release rigid scar tissue, aiding post-surgical patients. There is no minimal time frame for this treatment.
Ideal and minimum time frames are indicated in the service description if applicable. If there is no notation then the treatment may be purchased for any time frame listed on the Pricing List.
Post-surgical or diagnosed patients are encouraged to consult their physician before initiating a massage program.
Cancelation Policy:
Failure to cancel or modify your appointment less than 4 hours before your appointment, will result in a 50% fee billed or charged to your debit/credit card of the set appointment. You will be considered a “no call, no show” if you fail to show for your appointment without canceling. This action will result in a 100% fee billed or charged to your debit/credit card on file.
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Traci Hardin’s Massage Clinic
1330 YMCA Dr. Suite 800
Festus, MO 63028
Phone: 636-931-4898
Cell: 636-633-1155