Massage Therapist

Masseuse and Therapeutic Body Work in Flagstaff

Holistic Body Design offers a wide variety of body work and massage services. During your session, Heather will discuss any concerns and listen to your needs to best pick a service that will provide positive results. The remedies below all have different benefits for your body, mind and spirit as a whole. Call the office at (928) 522-6004 to discuss your next session.

MYOFASCIAL TRIGGER POINT

Myofascial can be defined as the muscle tissue and the connective tissue around it. Continuous muscle strain can lead to the formation of trigger points, which causes pain and tightness. This pain can be experienced very close to the trigger point or as a part of the connected tissue.

Benefits of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy

  • Decreased Pain
  • Fewer Headaches
  • Improved Range of Motion and Flexibility
  • Better Posture
  • Reduced Soreness
  • Improved Blood Flow
  • Calmed Nervous System
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CHINESE MEDICAL MASSAGE / AYURVEDIC THERAPY (TUI NA)

Tui Na is a full body work remedy, based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. During this remedy the practitioner will use pressure, slight squeezing, and stretching along energy channels and pressure points to balance your body’s energy.
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Benefits of Tui Na

  • Increased Energy
  • Cramp Relief
  • Carpal Tunnel and Arthritis Therapy
  • Better Sleep
  • IBS Relief
  • Fewer Headaches

Ayurvedic

  • Herbs
  • Food
  • Health
  • Diet
  • Belly Massage (chi nein sang)

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE

An aromatherapy massage is the combination of strategy and natural herbs. Adding certain aromas, while massaging energy channels, can relieve specific problems. Below are the most commonly used herbs and their benefits.
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Calming Herbs: Chamomile, Geranium, and Lavender.

Uplifting Herbs: Clary Sage, Rose, and Neroli.

Energizing Herbs: Rosemary

Decongesting Herbs: Eucalyptus, Pine, and Tea Tree.

Benefits of Aromatherapy...

  • Reduce Anxiety
  • Manage Depression
  • Better Sleep
  • Cramp Relief
  • Support
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DEEP SWEDISH

A deep Swedish massage uses long kneading strokes to work out strained tissue. These type of strokes also allow for friction enforced heat to increase blood flow. This remedy is known for its relaxing and full body effects.

Benefits of Deep Swedish Massage

  • Pain Management

  • Increase Blood Circulation

  • Rehabilitation for Strains

  • Increase Flexibility

  • Improve Immune System

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LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

The function of your lymph nodes and whole lymphatic system is to use natural muscle tissue movements to remove waste from your body. This type of massage is usually conducted after a surgery involving the lymphatic system.
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Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage

  • Enhance Immune System
  • Help with Eczema and Acne
  • Increase Energy
  • IBS Relief
  • Relive Migraines

REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology is a form of body work that tactically applies pressure to your hands and feet to relieve pain in any part of your body. There are reflex points in your hands and feet that share energy channels with other parts of your body, including organs.

Benefits of Reflexology

  • Decrease Arthritis Pain
  • Reduce Hypertension
  • Reduce Anxiety
  • Manage Depression
  • Manage Sclerosis
  • Increase Energy
  • Increase Blood Circulation
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CHI NEI TSANG TAO

Chi Nei Tsang Tao is a traditional healing touch therapy from China that has been used for centuries. The remedy concentrates on deep but gentle massages on your abdomen with the goal to train your organs to be more effective, leading to better physical and emotional health.

Benefits of CHI NEI TSANG TAO

  • Body Detox
  • Emotional Detox
  • Improve Digestion
  • Encourage Lymphatic Drainage
  • Enhance Immune System
  • Enhance Balance

VISCERAL MANIPULATION

Visceral Manipulation is used to address lung disease and a large variety of other body system and organ disorders. During this remedy the specialist will apply soft but deep pressure throughout your abdomen to harmonize and slide your organs, which will increase organ functionality.
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Visceral Manipulation Treats:

  • Many Organ Disorders
  • Constipation
  • Post-Surgical Adhesions
  • Back Pain
  • Stress/Energy Deficiencies
  • Mood Swings
  • Sleep Issues

ACUPRESSURE | SHIATSU

Shiatsu means “finger pressure” in Japanese. During this massage remedy you will remain fully clothed and the practitioner will use their fingers, thumbs, and hands to apply pressure to energy channels. This will help balance both your body and mind.

Benefits of Acupressure Shiatsu

  • Increase Energy
  • Enhance Digestive System
  • Cramp Relief
  • Arthritis Pain Relief
  • Decrease Anxiety
  • Manage Depression
  • Reduce Headaches