Natural Health Massage & Spa

1. Natural Health Massage & Spa Massage for a Healthier Body!

2. How NHMT got where it is: • Started in October of 2006 on South Lowry Street across from Team Chevrolet in a very small room in the back of a computer store • In Aug 2008 we moved to our own place at 507 Enon Springs Rd, East where we had 2 massage rooms, a shower room, and a lobby • Now located at 301 Wolverine Trail Suite 103 with 6 massage rooms, shower, spa room, waiting room, reception area, and a salon with a hair & nail station

3. Our Office Now

4. 4 of our Current Rooms

5. Our Couples Massage Room Doubles as 2 Single Rooms

6. Massages On Site Chair or Table

7. About the Owner: Sharon Holt, LMT • I have been a Licensed Massage Therapist since February 2003. I started at Gold's Gym in Murfreesboro, TN. From there I went to a hair salon called Shear Image for 1 year. I then found a massage/spa atmosphere at Knead for Wholeness and stayed there for 2 1/2 years until I decided to start out on my own. • In October 2006, I started with Natural Health as the head therapist and business manager and soon took over as owner. • I am trained in PreNatal, Muscle Release, Hot Stones, Myofascial Release, Stretching, Craniosacral, and I am a Reiki Master.  I have studied Fibromyalgia, DVT, STDs, Diabetes and many other conditions so that my knowledge is expanded to massage anyone who walks through the doors. • In 2012 I broke my wrist and have only recently started doing medium pressure massages again.

8. Rachel Garner – 4 ½ yrs in massage Kasie Dunning (Butwich) – 3 yrs in massage Jason Bolles – 1 yr in massage Kirsten Bledsoe – 3 yrs in massage Jonathan (Jon) Braden – ½ yr in massage Shelly O’Byrne – 3 ½ yrs in massage Sherrie Adams - part time LMT Brenda Creasy – part time LMT Jennifer Knotts – 18 yrs as a Hair Stylist Meet Our Staff

9. What is Massage Therapy? Systematic manual manipulation of the body’s tissues One of the oldest and most widespread healing techniques

10. History of Massage

11. Started over 5,000 years ago • Natural reaction to when the body hurts is to rub it • Massage is derived from 2 sources • Arabic verb mass “to touch” • Greek word massein “to knead” • Dates back to at least ancient Rome • Techniques have changed dramatically in the past 50 years • Sweden – early 19th century, Peter Ling – appears to be founder of modern day massage techniques, incorporated with French massage techniques

12. Types of massage strokes Effleurage Pétrissage Friction Tapotement Vibration Massage strokes vary by Applying more or less pressure Using different parts of the hand Changing direction of the stroke Changing rhythm and speed of application

13. The Basics of Massage • To make sure the client is warm and in a comfortable, relaxed position. • To make sure the client is properly draped with sheets & blanket. • A hurt body part may be elevated if necessary. • Massage should never be painful, except for Friction Massage and Deep Tissue. • Each session should begin & end with effleurage. • Duration depends on pathology, size of area, speed of motion, age, size, & condition of client.

14. Why is Massage Needed on a regular basis?

15. STRESS

16. CAUSES OF STRESS • Too much work • Time pressures and deadlines • Apparent lack of support • Unclear expectations • Responsibilities • Disruptions in normal life • The demands of the job • Argument: with spouse, family, friends, co-workers, boss

17. Death: of spouse, family, friend • Health: injury, illness, pregnancy • Crime: Sexual molestation, mugging, burglary, pick-pocketed • Self-abuse: drug abuse, alcoholism, self-harm • Family change: separation, divorce, new baby, marriage • Environment change: in school, job, house, town, jail • Physical changes: lack of sleep, new work hours • & #1 Money: lack of it, owing it, investing it

18. Tension in skeletal muscles and joints, leading to backache and muscular aches and pains EFFECTS OF STREss How Can Massage Help? • Break pain–spasm–pain cycle • Evoke systemic relaxation • Improve or stimulate local blood flow • Reduces patient anxiety, depression, & mental stress

19. Different Types of Massage Massage therapy is becoming more accessible to the public than ever before. As massage becomes more available, the variety of options can be confusing. Most common question is: Do I want a Swedish or Deep Tissue massage? Here are the Types that we have to offer:

20. Swedish Massage • Uses long flowing strokes • Also commonly known as Relaxation Massage due to it being the major benefit of a Swedish Massage • Swedish massage has many benefits includingincreased circulation. • Because blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the tissues, it is thought to promote healing. http://massagetherapytoday.com

21. Deep Tissue Massage Most therapists also offer deep tissue massage, sometimes integrated with Swedish massage. Deep tissue works on the tissues below the superficial muscles. It is usually done on a specific area, especially where a client is experiencing pain or cramping from overuse.

22. Trigger Point Massage • Trigger points are what we know as muscle knots and can be responsible for pain in another part of the body. • May be found in muscles, tendons, ligaments, surrounding joints, & in the skin • May activate & become painful due to trauma • Stimulation of these points have resulted in pain relief

23. must therefore be given in such • a manner that no harm is done to the unborn baby • after the fourth month of pregnancy it is absolutely necessary that the pregnant mother only get a pregnancy massage • does wonders for the physical as well as mental fatigue that a pregnant mother is feeling • Recommended once a month for easier delivery of the unborn baby PreNatal &Infant Massage We use the Prego Pillow so that both mother and baby are comfortable and do not have to move around a lot

24. Myofascial Release • Combination of traction with varying amounts of stretching • Used to produce a moderate sustained force on the muscle and its fascia • Indicated to • Lengthen fascial layers • Restore mobility between fascial layers • Decrease the effects of adhesions

25. Hot Stone Massage • Helps to calm the nervous system • Relieves tight and sore muscles • Uses a moist heat • Different size stones are roasted to a warm and comfortable temperature • Great for relieving stress!

26. More exotic modalities are becoming more available. Thai Yoga Massage • Mixture of deep massage techniques and stretching • Great way to get to those hard to reach muscles • Helps to increase flexibility • It is generally performed on a mat on the floor. The client may wear loose clothing that is easy to move in. • As with other Asian modalities, the practitioner follows channels on the body where energy is believed to flow.

27. Reiki & Craniosacral Therapy • Reiki is an ancient energy healing method that improves health by restoring balance and harmony to the mind/body/spirit • CST works by helping the body's natural healing mechanisms dissipate the negative effects of stress on the central nervous system. • Reiki Benefits: • Relieves Stress and Anxiety • Treats Chronic or Acute Pain • Energizes the Endocrine and Immune System • Speeds Recovery from Illness and Surgery • Releases old Patterns and Facilitate Personal Growth • Craniosacral Therapy (CST) Benefits: • Migraines and Headaches • Chronic Neck and Back Pain • Chronic Fatigue • Fibromyalgia • TMJ Syndrome • ADD/ADHD • Autism

28. Cupping Massage • A method of relieving local congestion by applying a partial vacuum which is created in a cup or cups, either by heat or by suction. • Cupping has been used for thousands of years. • Conditions which can benefit from cupping include: • Headache - back pain - joint & muscular pain • Infertility - sexual disorders - rheumatic diseases - hypertension • breast enhancement - bed wetting - common colds & flu - insomnia • Stroke – fever - constipation & diarrhea - chest pain – asthma - blood disorders

29. This Hawaiian head to toe continuous touch massage uses several Swedish techniques in one fluid motion • Rejuvenates the mind, body and spirit by removing energy blockages and opening energy pathways within the body • Benefits include: increased range of motion and flexibility, improved posture, faster healing, slower heart rate and lower blood pressure LomiLomi Massage Unlike many massages, LomiLomi takes a minimalist approach with regards to towels both on the table and on your body. The idea is to remove any barriers to the full body strokes of the massage

30. Therapeutic Massage creates partnerships between massage centers and hospitals • Massage is a term that generally alludes to helping a person relax • Massage Therapy implies that the goal is to provide therapeutic benefits and it is in fact being used to alleviate symptoms of chronic ailments. • Because of this form of massage therapy, it is now being used in hospitals as well – either in partnership with massage therapy centers or given by employed hospital massage therapists. • Many people that have tried out this form of massage believe that the alleviation achieved is far superior to what you can expect out of different drug therapies.

31. Only have a little bit of time? • Using Chair Massage is certainly recommended as it can drastically bring stress levels down and also lower the numbers of stress causing hormones in the body. • Between 5-20 minutes • On site and Off Site Options • Massage is increasingly popular in workplace wellness programs. These programs make services and activities available to employees to improve their overall health and wellbeing. 

32. Wrapping Up • Massage Therapy helps to improve your health • Many states require licensing, feel free to ask your therapist if they are licensed • You don’t have to be injured in order to enjoy a massage • If there is an injury, massage therapy may promote a better recovery • Many types to try, choose which works best for you

33. Presentation Provided By Sharon Holt Natural Health Massage & Spa www.nhmtsmyrna.com