*as seen on KHON Channel 2 Lymphatic Drainage Massage – The lymphatic massage is essential as the body’s drainage system for cleansing and filtering out of bacteria and toxins. Congested lymph pathways can cause soreness, aches, pains and flu-like symptoms and can lower your immune system leaving you succeptible to the flu and other illnesses. It […]
Trigger Point Therapy: Active trigger points are continuous contraction knots in the muscles. These knots are so tight that circulation decreases in the immediate area of the knot. Pain is radiated outward to other muscles when pressure is applied to the trigger point or, in a more severe condition, when the muscle is at rest. […]
Deep Tissue is massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish Massage, but it is more of a therapeutic technique so the pressure will generally be more intense. It is also a more […]
Swedish Massage is the most requested and known form of massage. If you are looking for more of a relaxing experience rather than therapeutic, this is the massage for you. Swedish massage consists of long, continuous strokes at a medium to light pressure. Friction and kneading techniques are used to relax the muscles. This […]
Read about Brian Tow and Island Massage in the Midweek which talks about the Healing Block Party in Kaneohe and his participation in the windward for wellness movement. Did you know therapist Brian Tow is the founder of Hawaii Pet Massage? Watch as he talks about the inspiration and the benefits on OC16 Pethui!