Therapeutic Massage in Kailua

Are you looking for massage in Kailua? There are many benefits to massage therapy, and many different forms of massage. Our team at Windward Wellness is here to help you better understand the services we have to offer. Please don't hesitate to call us with any questions that you have.

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Customized Massages Offered in Kailua

We have excellent massage therapists who can customize your massage to match your needs. They offer a variety of massage techniques including:

• Swedish
• Pre-natal
• Deep Tissue
• Sports
• Thai
• Therapeutic

Your massage may be integrated into your chiropractic and acupuncture treatment or enjoyed on its own. Scroll down to read descriptions of some of our massage services.

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Benefits of Massage Therapy

• Relieve Stress
• Promote Relaxation
• Improve Posture
• Improve Circulation

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What Conditions do Licensed Massage Therapists Help?

• Neck and Back Pain
• Headaches and Migraines
• Carpal Tunnel
• Numbness and Tingling
• Fibromyalgia

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Swedish Massage

The term "Swedish Massage" refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. This form of massage was created at the turn of the century by Henry Peter Ling in Sweden. It involves the use of kneading, stroking, friction, tapping, and vibration and may provide relief from stiffness, numbness, pain, constipation, and other health problems.

The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Other possible benefits include stimulation of circulation, an increase in muscle tone, and a balance of the musculo-skeletal systems. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load.

The usual sequence in which a swedish massage strokes are conducted are Effleurage, Petrissage, Friction, Vibration, Percussion, and finally passive and active movements (bending and stretching).

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Pre-natal/Pregnancy

Pregnancy massage has been found to reduce stress, decrease swelling in the arms and legs, and relieve aches and pains in muscles and joints. It's a popular complementary therapy during pregnancy for back pain, when choices for pain relief, such as medication, are often limited. Not only can massage be physically beneficial, but the human touch can be comforting and provide emotional support during pregnancy.

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Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders. Some of the same strokes are used as classic massage therapy, but the movement is slower and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain.

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Sports Massage

Sports massage was originally developed to help athletes prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event, or function well during training. Sports massage emphasizes prevention and healing of injuries to the muscles and tendons.

But you don't have to be in the Olympics to benefit from sports massage. Sports massage is also good for people with injuries, chronic pain or restricted range of motion. The massage therapist generally concentrates on a specific problem area. (Sore neck and shoulders, anyone?) This is the type of sports massage that you see in the spa.

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Our team at Windward Wellness in Kailua is here to help you with all your massage therapy needs.