At KIMA, we offer massage therapy services to complement your rehabilitation program or just to relax and enjoy a therapist’s healing hands at the end of a stressful day. Whether you are utilizing massage for general muscle relaxation or as an adjunct to your rehabilitation program, our therapists will help restore normal tone and balance to your body. We offer a variety of individualized massage therapies:
ORTHOPEDIC: A deep tissue massage that focuses on specific areas of the body using a variety of techniques (Acupressure/Trigger Point/Myofascial and Soft Tissue Mobilizing). This massage helps to promote recovery of injured and strained muscles, improve flexibility and range of motion and can help support your current physical therapy program.
An Orthopedic Massage series has been developed to address specific muscle imbalances associated with joint injury and pain.
Orthopedic Massage Series:
*Neck/Shoulder
Release of muscles in the face, jaw, neck, and shoulder region.
*Upper Extremity
Targets the entire arm from the neck to the hand and fingers.
*Lower Back/Hip
Relaxes the muscles of the low back to reduce back pain and create fluid motion in the hip joint.
*Lower Extremity
Targets the entire leg from the low back to the knee, ankle, and foot.
*Thorax/Ribs
Releases tightness between the ribs and in the diaphragm to improve breath and increase range of motion in the upper body.
STRESS REDUCTION: Classic Swedish relaxation techniques designed to reduce stress and muscle fatigue
SHIATSU: An active, rhythmic treatment that stimulates acupressure points throughout the body.
SPORTS MASSAGE: This treatment is specifically designed to care for the athlete’s needs, to help reduce the changes of sports related injuries and to treat existing problems.
CUSTOMISED MASSAGE: A combination of the above massage therapies, individualized to your needs.
PRENATAL MASSAGE: Beneficial to both mother and developing child while addressing the common physical issues specific to pregnancy.
To learn more about KIMA’s licensed massage therapists, contact:
Karen Hsu
Jim Giacinto