Specialized Modalities available by appointment
The following modalities are styles that I incorporate into each session as appropriate. Deep levels of release can be achieved by applying a combination of modalities harmonized for your specific needs. As things shift and change day by day, you may experience new levels of relaxation, a sense of well being and a decrease of reactivity toward stimulus that usually trouble you. In the eight years I've been in practice, I have worked in medical massage settings and have developed strong clinical reasoning skills to help us make progress every session.
CranioSacral ~ The nervous system is a subtle yet powerful force that synchronizes and regulates all of the body's systems, including the musculoskeletal system. The nervous system is nourished by cerebrospinal fluid that bathes our brains and nerve fibers and carries out the metabolic exchanges necessary to keep the tissues healthy. If you have pain or disfunction, it can likely be traced to dysfunction in the nervous system. Various techniques are applied to ease regional or systemic restrictions and connect to the rest of the flow. Once the flow is reestablished, release of tension is often experienced and a decrease in pain or complaint can be observed.
Our bodies are capable of storing immense amounts of information and when we tap into these stores, release can occur. Something to note with receiving this modality is the phenomenon of emotional release. It is my honor to hold space for those individuals who achieve this level of self healing during a session. Multiple sessions are encouraged in order to feel the fullest effect of this nuanced and highly important work.
Intraoral ~ The muscles of the head and face have a profound effect on the alignment of the skull, jaw, and cervical vertebrae. It's a complex of interconnecting blocks. Having received an Intraoral Endorsement with Washington state's Department of Health, Angeleana can address areas of tension accessible only through the oral cavity. With clear communication we will work together to facilitate release in the muscles that control the jaw in order to alleviate symptoms related to tension headaches, TMD/TMJD, whiplash, sinus issues, and forward head posture among other conditions. Applied with a craniosacral intent, intraoral techniques can be deeply relaxing and relieving.
Lymphatic Facilitation ~ The lymphatic system supports healthy circulation of vital immune system allies by keeping fluids balanced in tissues throughout the body. It is a major barometer of well being and dysfunction can interrupt that communication circuit. Lymphatic facilitation can be engaged to encourage restoration of lymph flow and consequently function. Tension throughout the body can be decreased by incorporating techniques of lymphatic facilitation as the lymph fluid circulates through tissue and informs muscle tension.
Myofascial ~ 80% of our bodies are comprised of a connective tissue called fascia. It wraps around every muscle fiber and nerve cell, connecting muscle to bone and bone to bone, nerve to muscle, etc. It is also found in our blood stream in the form of plasma. Myofascial massage is concerned mainly with the connective tissue through the muscular system and can impact the fascia of the nervous system as well. When fascia is bound up in the muscle it can implicate nerve pathways that may cause dysfunction downstream. The result may be local numbness and tingling, or decreased function due to interrupted nervous signals.
Commonly considered to be "knots," when fascial restrictions develop, dysfunction occurs either locally or at a distant site connected through the web of fascia. By sinking into the fascia and applying an elongating stroke or static pressure, the therapist engages the theory of thixotropy to aid dissipation of the knots. Applying this modality can be helpful in restoring muscle tissue to a neutral length. This is the main modality observed here.
Neuromuscular Techniques ~ The nervous system is the control center of the body. It facilitates all bodily functions from movement of blood, lymph, and cranial rhythm, to muscle tone and length. When a muscle is overused, the nervous system can send signals to the muscle to shorten in spots where it feels a threat to the structural integrity. Neuromuscular techniques work with the nervous system to release areas of chronic tension in a low impact manner. Positional release, Contract/Relax, Reciprocal Inhibition, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation or PNF can be utilized to prompt the nervous system to reassess where the muscle fibers can and ought to be in space. Everything from trigger points to tender points to tight muscles can be treated with any of these techniques.
Structural Bodywork ~ When an imbalance occurs in the structure, compensation happens to protect the areas of misalignment and to keep the eyes level with the horizon, a phenomenon named the righting reflex. Structural bodywork can be incorporated into any session in order to balance the relationship between two components in order to effect the entire structure. This work can be done in athletic gear. Women can wear supportive tops in which they are comfortable getting on and off the table.
Our bodies are capable of storing immense amounts of information and when we tap into these stores, release can occur. Something to note with receiving this modality is the phenomenon of emotional release. It is my honor to hold space for those individuals who achieve this level of self healing during a session. Multiple sessions are encouraged in order to feel the fullest effect of this nuanced and highly important work.
Intraoral ~ The muscles of the head and face have a profound effect on the alignment of the skull, jaw, and cervical vertebrae. It's a complex of interconnecting blocks. Having received an Intraoral Endorsement with Washington state's Department of Health, Angeleana can address areas of tension accessible only through the oral cavity. With clear communication we will work together to facilitate release in the muscles that control the jaw in order to alleviate symptoms related to tension headaches, TMD/TMJD, whiplash, sinus issues, and forward head posture among other conditions. Applied with a craniosacral intent, intraoral techniques can be deeply relaxing and relieving.
Lymphatic Facilitation ~ The lymphatic system supports healthy circulation of vital immune system allies by keeping fluids balanced in tissues throughout the body. It is a major barometer of well being and dysfunction can interrupt that communication circuit. Lymphatic facilitation can be engaged to encourage restoration of lymph flow and consequently function. Tension throughout the body can be decreased by incorporating techniques of lymphatic facilitation as the lymph fluid circulates through tissue and informs muscle tension.
Myofascial ~ 80% of our bodies are comprised of a connective tissue called fascia. It wraps around every muscle fiber and nerve cell, connecting muscle to bone and bone to bone, nerve to muscle, etc. It is also found in our blood stream in the form of plasma. Myofascial massage is concerned mainly with the connective tissue through the muscular system and can impact the fascia of the nervous system as well. When fascia is bound up in the muscle it can implicate nerve pathways that may cause dysfunction downstream. The result may be local numbness and tingling, or decreased function due to interrupted nervous signals.
Commonly considered to be "knots," when fascial restrictions develop, dysfunction occurs either locally or at a distant site connected through the web of fascia. By sinking into the fascia and applying an elongating stroke or static pressure, the therapist engages the theory of thixotropy to aid dissipation of the knots. Applying this modality can be helpful in restoring muscle tissue to a neutral length. This is the main modality observed here.
Neuromuscular Techniques ~ The nervous system is the control center of the body. It facilitates all bodily functions from movement of blood, lymph, and cranial rhythm, to muscle tone and length. When a muscle is overused, the nervous system can send signals to the muscle to shorten in spots where it feels a threat to the structural integrity. Neuromuscular techniques work with the nervous system to release areas of chronic tension in a low impact manner. Positional release, Contract/Relax, Reciprocal Inhibition, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation or PNF can be utilized to prompt the nervous system to reassess where the muscle fibers can and ought to be in space. Everything from trigger points to tender points to tight muscles can be treated with any of these techniques.
Structural Bodywork ~ When an imbalance occurs in the structure, compensation happens to protect the areas of misalignment and to keep the eyes level with the horizon, a phenomenon named the righting reflex. Structural bodywork can be incorporated into any session in order to balance the relationship between two components in order to effect the entire structure. This work can be done in athletic gear. Women can wear supportive tops in which they are comfortable getting on and off the table.