Massage Therapy Services at the Bloomington Clinic
Massage Therapy Services at the Bloomington Clinic are an important part of healthcare. Massage therapy consists of manual manipulation of muscle and connective tissue to promote relaxation, rehabilitation, and rejuvenation.
At NWHSU Bloomington Clinic, we offer the patient two options for massage therapy.
- Private Providers: see an experienced, professional massage therapist. Our massage therapists are trained in many different techniques.
- Student Shiatsu Clinic: This is a cash service offered at a $40 per visit charge. Patients will receive Shiatsu from student interns who are supervised by a professional massage therapist. This service is only available based on academic schedule, call to learn more about when this service is offered.
Massage therapy techniques
The benefits of massage therapy are achieved through various massage therapy techniques.
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle whole-body technique that uses light touch to move fluids in and around the central nervous system and release the body’s connective tissue (fascia). CST can relieve tension and may provide relief from symptoms including headaches, neck pain, low back pain, and concussion.
Cross Fiber Friction
Cross-Fiber Friction is a deep tissue, non-gliding technique where pressure is applied and moved across muscle fibers. It’s most often used to break up scar tissue. The technique causes discomfort which will subside once scar tissue goes away, and remaining tissue realigns. The end result is reduced pain and increased muscle or joint mobility.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu is Japanese bodywork grounded in traditional Chinese medicine. You will be fully clothed during the treatment, and the therapist will apply pressure to various points and meridians. At Bloomington Clinic, Shiatsu is offered by advanced students supervised by professional massage therapists.
Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage, commonly referred to as relaxation massage, uses five main strokes to achieve relaxation effects. These techniques increase oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscle, which rejuvenates the body.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy applies focused pressure to tender muscle tissue through a variety of techniques to relieve pain and dysfunction. These strained areas are often referred to as “knots.”
