Massage Therapy
What type of massage should I choose?
A detailed description of our Massage services follow, however we know that what you want may have changed since you last scheduled. We are always flexible and will tailor the treatment to your needs when you come in.
Therapeutic Massage
Our massage therapists are trained in a variety of techniques adaptable to your needs (Restorative Massage, Deep Tissue, or Sports Massage). They can all work on specific areas of concern or do a full body massage, go deeply or just help you relax. Our intake form and pre-treatment consultation will help to personalize each session and choose the treatment best suited for your needs at that time.
Generally, the characteristics of each type of massage are as follows:
Restorative Massage is a gentle full-body massage that’s great for people who are new to massage and just want a gentle, relaxing treatment.
Deep Tissue Massage uses more pressure and is a bit more intense than a Restorative Massage. It’s a good option if you have specific muscle problems or chronic soreness.
Sports Massage is helpful if you have a repetitive use injury to a muscle caused by playing a sport, or if you’re recovering or would like to prevent an injury to an affected muscle.
Neuromuscular Massage
Neuromuscular massage combines the deep relaxation of an expert massage with the specificity of Neuromuscular therapy. The time can be spent, focusing on an area of concern or attending to your whole body feeling for areas of dysfunction, tension, and pain. The therapist will treat your body holistically, using the knowledge that Neuromuscular Therapy training and years of experience brings. (Please note: Our Neuromuscular Massage practice is full at the moment. Please check back for availability. You may also add your name to our waitlist here if you’d like to be notified when there is availability.)
Conditions Responsive to Massage Therapy
~ Muscle Tension, Achiness and Stiffness
~ Stress
~ Chronic Pain and Stress
~ Decreased Circulation and Lymph Flow
~ Athletic Tension and Injury
~ Orthopedic Problems
~ Scar Tissue Adhesions
~ Mobility Issues
Questions?
Learn more at our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Online Resources
American Massage Therapy Association
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
Cortiva Institute (School & Training, formerly MTI, Massage Therapy Institute)
Bancroft School of Massage Therapy (School & Training)
Fees
Detailed fee information is available on our Pricing page.
Special Offer for New Clients
RELIEVE PAIN AND STRESS
$95 FOR A ONE-HOUR MASSAGE*
First-Timers to The Abbott Center Only
*This special may not be applied to a treatment with Christina Abbott. Special offers cannot be combined.
Book a “Massage – First-Timer” in the appointment calendar.
Gift Certificates
Present a deserving person in your life a Gift to pamper or heal. Express your love or appreciation by offering any of our services.
Certificates are nicely presented, tied with an orange ribbon in a green gift box with our orange angel logo.
For advice or questions, call and talk to a staff member. OR, you can purchase a Gift Certificate online. Follow the prompts to add a personalized message or greeting and print your gift out on your own printer at home!
Policies
Appointment fees are due at the time of your appointment.
We accept cash, personal checks, debit and credit cards (MC, VISA, AMEX, Discover)
Fees may change without notice.
A 24 hour cancellation notice is expected. The appointment Fee may be charged if the time can’t be filled.