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About the Practitioner Marilyn Schonholz is a licensed Massage Therapist who has graduated
from Bancroft School of Massage, located in Worcester, MA. Marilyn
offers the following services, Deep Tissue, Sports, Orthopedic,
Relaxation and Oncology Massage. Marilyn has participated in an
advanced study program for clients with cancer.
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About the Practitioner
Lisa Benson is a licensed Massage Therapist who graduated from
Brancroft School of Massage Therapy in Worcester, MA. Lisa is also a
Usui certified Reiki practitioner. Her practice includes: Swedish
relaxation, deep tissue and sports massage as well as Reiki
treatments. Lisa is currently enrolled in continuing education
programs for Shiatsu and Thai Table Massage and looks forward to
incorporating those modalities into her treatments. As a
therapist, my goal is to provide creative and effective treatment
plans designed to meet each of my client's specific needs with the
intention of facilitating their natural healing process so that they
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Massage can come in many different forms. It is important
for you and your therapist to communicate your expectations
for the session, so that you receive exactly what you are
expecting.
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Couples Massage
a traditional Swedish massage used for relaxation and stress
relief. Each person would receive their own massage therapist, while enjoying the experience together. |
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Deep Tissue Massage
can use a moderate to heavy pressure in
order to facilitate release in tight muscle tissue. This is
usually done in more specific locations on the body and is
beneficial for injury rehabilitation or decreasing spasm
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On-Site Chair Massage
Chair massage is a massage for a client who is sitting in a
massage chair. The client remains fully clothed and no oils are used
while their shoulders, neck, upper back, head and arms are massaged.
Research indicates that a 15 minute massage results in decreased job
stress and improves alertness. Chair massage helps to relieve stress
in high-tension areas and improves energy and well-being. Corporate
chair massage is effective in easing tension and boosts productivity
during stressful periods or "crunch times". |
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Heated Stone Massage
uses a variety of small to large
warmed stones that are placed on specific locations throughout
the body. The heat not only feels great but helps to release
contracted tissues as well.Heated Stone Massage is also
available for couples. |
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Oncology Massage
used as an adaptation for clients prior to, during, and after cancer
treatment. This includes all areas affected by surgery, radiation
therapy, I.V.'s, drains, skin conditions, pain, edema, or bone
involvement. Gentle pressure is used, positioning and duration of
massage is taken into account. Massage gives people with cancer a
chance to bring together mind, body & spirit.
Please complete the
Confidential Intake Form and bring it with you to your
appointment. |
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Relaxation Massage
uses very gentle pressure, the therapist
will be working on your extremities, neck and back. This is
typically a very general form of treatment, with the number
one goal of relaxing you. |
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Sports Massage
is generally used for an increased athletic
performance. It can help to reduce recovery time from your
workouts, prevent injury and even speed healing of injuries.
This type of massage would include more stretching and
possibly deeper pressure. |
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Physical Benefits of Massage |
Mental Benefits of Massage |
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Reduces tension headaches
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Improved blood circulation
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Improved flexibility
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Strengthens the Immune System
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