THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Massage Therapists at Natural Body Works blend a variety of massage types ranging from general "Swedish-type" massage through specific muscular therapy or deep tissue injury work. The massage therapist chooses methods based on your needs.

• Calms nerves
• Relaxes muscles
• Relieves chronic muscle tension
• Soothes many types of pain
• Relieves chronic inflammation by stimulating lymphatic drainage
• Improves blood flow to all organs
• Increases blood flow through muscles
• Stimulates the release of "mood enhancing" brain chemicals
• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Alleviates constriction of nerves from excess muscle tension
• Stimulates immune system
• Speeds recovery of soft tissue injuries
• Improves posture
• Helps body learn automatic relaxation
• Restores balance
• Slows heart rate
• Deepens breathing
• Stimulates digestion
• Relieves many medical conditions and symptoms
• Feels great
• Many, many more!

MUSCULAR THERAPY

Muscular Therapy is system of massage, bodywork, and self-care instruction designed to identify, reduce, and eliminate muscular tension holding patterns which are a cause of pain and reduced mobility in the body. Our Muscular Therapists are all highly trained professionals, each having graduated from the Muscular Therapy Institute in Cambridge, MA. MTI is one of the top three massage schools in the country. This course of studies is 900 hours long - well above the 500-hour national average and legal requirement for massage therapists.

Your Muscular Therapy session may include some or all of the following:

• Swedish based massage techniques for relaxation and reduction of superficial muscle tension
• Moderate to deep tissue, muscle-specific massage techniques, trigger point therapy and cross-fiber friction to break up deeper muscle adhesions
• Passive Body techniques such as range of motion, fulcrum, stretching, rocking, etc. to increase ease of movement in body areas which have been restricted by pain or injury
• Self-care techniques you can use at home to prolong the effects of your Muscular Therapy treatment and help your body to release patterns of pain and injury. Self-care techniques are explained and demonstrated for you by your therapist

KRIYA MASSAGE

Kriya (Kree-yah) massage is a Swedish based massage designed for total balancing of the body through deep relaxation. Kriya Massage features smooth, flowing spirals, figure eights, and circular massage techniques applied to the body in a continuous, superior direction. A full-body Kriya Massage usually begins with work on the head, face, and neck and ends with the feet. Massage of the abdomen is generally included in this treatment unless the client prefers to leave this area out.

SPORTS MASSAGE

Pre-event Sports Massage is designed to enhance your athletic performance. This treatment increases blood and nutrient flow to muscle tissue, frees restrictions in muscles and joints, helps to ensure your stamina by increasing oxygenation of muscle tissue, and presents an opportunity to identity areas of the body which may be prone to future injury.

Post-event Sports massage can help your body recover faster after your competition. This treatment flushes Lactic Acid (and the soreness that accompanies it) out of muscle tissue, thereby creating an opening for fresh blood and nutrients to flow in, releases tension and mini-holding patterns which have developed in the body during your competition, relaxes tight, over-worked muscles, and helps your body find its way back to its pre-event balance state.

To ready your body for competition or help it recover from one, we believe regular massage and body-work should be a part of every athlete's training program. Young athletes are encouraged to begin massage and body-work while they are young. They will have a better understanding and awareness of how their body functions athletically and can avoid the chronic patterns of injury that many adult athletes and ex-athletes experience.

INJURY REHABILITATION

As different as injuries are, so are the methods that can be used to treat them. At Natural Body Works, we take the time to talk to you about your injury, its cause and any symptoms you are experiencing. We develop a treatment plan based on this assessment which will include the most effective combination of body work modalities for your unique condition.

Our therapists are happy to work under the direction of your MD, Chiropractor, or Physical Therapist. We never hesitate to tell you it your condition requires more that we can offer and we have a variety of health care professionals we can refer you to it need be.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

Myofascial Release is very effective hands-on technique comprised of sustained pressure being placed into an area of Myofascial restriction and sliding through the tissue until it begins to stretch. Gliding through the restricted tissue in this manner helps to eliminate pain and restore motion that has been lost over time due to injuries, chronic tension, habitually poor postures.

NEUROMUSCULAR MASSAGE

The term "Neuromuscular Massage," also called NMT, refers to the style of bodywork that uses constant, focused pressure on a specific area of pain. This pressure applied by the therapist using fingertips, knuckles, elbow, or thumb for up to 30 seconds at a time, until the muscle spasm has been released. This is a very intense technique meant to treat serious pain. Neuromuscular Therapy is very effective at treating pain and stiffness in the low back, and neck, headaches, repetitive motion injuries.

PREGNANCY MASSAGE

Regular massage during pregnancy helps mom's body adjust to its rapid changes with greater ease and comfort. This treatment relaxes sore, over-stretched muscles, soothes the effects of hormonal elevations, increases joint flexibility, encourages the release of excess fluids, helps skin to stay supple and hydrated, promotes restful sleep, is generally comforting, healthy, and increases mom's enjoyment of this time, while carrying this precious gift of life.

Massage during pregnancy is as soothing, healing, and nourishing for baby as it is for mom. Because mom is baby's lifeline, if she is comfortable, relaxed, and at ease, these feeling are automatically transferred to baby. This creates a healthier, happier growing environment. Also, all of the physiological effects listed above have an effect on baby too. Relaxed muscles and joints, decreased fluid retention, and restful sleep lead to more effective circulation for mom-which is transferred to baby in the form of more nutrient and oxygen rich blood.

At Natural Body works, we use a side-lying position with supportive pillows for our Pregnancy Massage treatments. Our "moms in waiting" often tell us that the most comfortable they are all month is when they lie down on our massage tables!

Allowing your body time to adjust to change is especially important during pregnancy. If you are new to massage and have not been in ongoing, regular, monthly massage treatment prior to becoming pregnant, it is advisable to wait until the 12th week of pregnancy to begin your Pregnancy Massage treatment.

STONE MASSAGE

The stones are warmed in water and bring the gentle power of the water with them. The stones are then placed on the body and used to massage the tissues throughout this treatment. The warmth of the stones brings a new level of grounded balance, strength, support, and deep relaxation like no other. This very calming and restorative treatment is very special.

ENERGY WORK

Everything in the Universe is made of energy. This is a scientific fact. Energy moving very slowly becomes a solid and is visible. Energy moving very quickly becomes a vapor, and is increasingly invisible.

Our bodies have seven major Energy recycling centers called Chakras. The Chakras are vortices, which draw in fresh healing Energy (commonly called "Universal Life Energy") from the Atmosphere and Earth and transfer it into our bodies and spirit. The Chakras also dispel toxic or spent energy out of our bodies and spirit and back into the atmosphere and earth - to be recycled. Each Chakra nourishes the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of the body area where it is located. Whenever there is any kind of imbalance in the physical, emotional, mental or spiritual body - any pain, discomfort, disease, upset, etc. - there is always a blockage in the Chakra corresponding to that body area.

The frequency of the Energy as it moves through the Chakra resonates within the color spectrum and is seen as a specific color. These colors are commonly referred to as the "Aura".

The object of Energy Work is to open blocked areas of the Chakras so that the individual can realize greater health. Benefits of Energy Work include:

• Deep relaxation, feelings of peace, well-being, calm and comfort
• Decrease or elimination of pain
• Release of chronic injuries
• Discharge the body's attraction to chronic injuries (the ankle that keeps being sprained, the knee that continues to be re-injured, etc.)
• Release of grief and other emotional upsets
• Balance the body, mind, energy and spirit
• Help the individual to be self-realized
(i.e.: identify for themselves where and what in their life is not working for them)
• Etc.

REIKI

The Reiki practitioner heals by allowing "Reiki energy" to flow through his/her hands into areas that need it. Reiki can be received even when massage is inappropriate.

Reiki I and Reiki II classes available. Contact us for details.

SPIRITUAL-ENERGETIC HEALING

Diane Jordan-Godwin employs the comforting, loving, and wise presence of the Spirit world in all her Energy treatments. At the very beginning of each Reflexology treatment Diane applies techniques which open and clear the bodies' Energy centers (the Chakras). This allows clients to experience the healing and comforting Energy of Spirits Guides, including their own loved ones in Spirit - who will work directly with them through the access points of the Chakras. Also, Diane has been given the wonderful gift of being an open channel for the Energy of all the Angels and Ascended Masters. During Reflexology these amazing and palpable Energies of Love, Peace, Comfort and Protection are channeled into the client's body from the reflex points on the feet - directly into and through the nervous system. The effect is quite transforming. Clients commonly relate that they have never experienced anything like it. Feelings of Peace, Love, incredible relaxation, lightness, joy, hope, well-being, release of pain (emotional and physical) and more are enjoyed. Messages of encouragement and Love from Spirit Guides and deceased loved ones are commonly perceived, seen and/or heard by clients during their sessions.

INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY

A gentle hands-on therapy which connects you with the Angels to facilitate healing by clearing blockages physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually on a cellular level.

HOLISTIC MASSAGE

A combination of Swedish and Kriya Massage with Integrated Energy Therapy, Reiki, and Meditation brings healing and deep relaxation.

REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology is wonderful way to address chronic pain, injury, or medical condition through the total relaxation of the nervous system. Reflexology accesses the nervous system through gentle stimulation of the nerve endings on the feet (of which there are over 7000). In fact, there is a nerve reflex point on the feet for every single inch of the body, every organ, gland, joint, body system, etc. This makes the feet an actual mirror image of the body. When a nerve reflex point on the feet is gently stimulated, a message is sent through the nervous system to the brain. The brain interprets this message as relaxation, pleasant sensation, comfort, etc. The brain then sends a message back through the nervous system to the body area which corresponds with the reflex point saying relaxation, pleasant sensation, comfort, etc. These messages override any messages of pain coming from the body area because the brain's attention is taken away from pain and applied to the pleasant sensation being experienced with Reflexology.

A full Reflexology session balances the entire body and allows energy to flow freely through the nervous system, thereby releasing energetic blocks. Energetic blocks are a cause of chronic pain, injury and disease. Likewise, physical and emotional trauma cause energetic blocks to form and a negative cycle is created. Reflexology helps release these blocks and balance and heal these cycles.

Although it feels wonderful, Reflexology is much more than a "foot massage", as it is sometimes described. Many people fall asleep or enter a trance-like state called the "Alpha State" - the only state in which self healing occurs in the body. Some other effects are a feeling of calm, and well-being, reduction or elimination of pain, improved sleep, concentration and energy, release of excess body fluids and toxins, a feeling of being more balanced and grounded, etc.

Some conditions which have been shown to respond well to Reflexology:

• Chronic Pain
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Reproductive Issues
• Constipation and All Digestive Issues
• Headaches
• Fibromyalgia
• Anxiety, Stress, Irritability
• Grief
• Bladder Issues
• Nervous System Disorders
• Depression
• Joint Pain
• Fluid Retention
• Plantar Fasciaitis
• Heal Spurs
• Knee and Shoulder Injuries
• And Many More

Hypnosis

Hypnosis is a very relaxed state of body and mind whereby the subconscious mind opens up and becomes aware of, acutely focused on and completely involved in whatever is happening. In Hypnosis, the individual is in a very deep state of relaxation which allows them to reach a deeper state of hypnosis. This paves the way for the individual's subconscious mind to become acutely aware of and intently focused on the hypnotist's voice and the positive suggestions which are being offered. These positive suggestions are then embraced and accepted by the subconscious mind. When positive suggestions are accepted by the subconscious mind, then the conscious mind, and consequently the body, will automatically act upon the suggestions as if they were the absolute truth - which of course they have become. Free consultations are available.

Hypnosis is effective with:

• Stop smoking
• Lose weight
• Release pain
• Relieve anxiety and stress
• Improve sport performance
• Improve performance at work
• Relieve fears and phobias
• Improve grades in school
• Enhance immune system
• Improve self-image and confidence
• Relieve troubling habits
• Past-life regression
• And so much more

Spiritual Hypnosis

Hypnosis is a truly enlightening experience when paired with Spiritual- Energetic Healing. Through the expansion of the sub-conscious mind/soul (which has access to all Universal knowledge) the individual can connect with their Angels and Guides on a very personal level. Pairing Spiritual-Energetic Healing with Hypnosis, Diane finds that clients develop a deep relationship with their Angels and Guides which they can access at any time to help them in their daily lives. Using Hypnosis, together with the Angels and Guides' ever present ability and desire to assist us, clients find that they heal, release habits, are relieved of pain and fear, find increased joy and Peace, grow and transform their lives with greater ease and comfort. Through the guidance of the Angels and Ascended Masters Diane has developed a particular Hypnosis technique - Chakra Perfection Hypnosis which can be utilized to help clients release troubling feelings and symptoms and receive guidance, Peace and healing on many levels. This Hypnosis can be tailored to just about any issue.

HypnoBirthing® The Mongan Method

HypnoBirthing® The Mongan Method is about teaching mothers and birth companions techniques for safe and satisfying birthing through guided imagery, visualization, and special breathing.

The HypnoBirthing® Childbirth method is as much a philosophy of birth as it is a technique for achieving a satisfying, relaxing, and stress-free method of birthing.

HypnoBirthing® teaches you, along with your birthing companion, the art and joy of experiencing birth in a more comfortable manner. You will learn to call upon your body's own natural relaxant and thus lessen or eliminate discomfort and the need for medication. HypnoBirthing® will teach you the art of using your own natural birthing instincts. With HypnoBirthing®, you will be aware and fully in control, but profoundly relaxed.

YOU WILL LEARN:

• Everything you need to know to achieve safer, easier and more comfortable birth.
• To explode the myth that pain is a necessary accompaniment to labor.
• Techniques of deep relaxation to help you eliminate the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome.
• How your body is naturally designed to conceive, nurture and birth your baby with ease and comfort.
• To create your body's own natural relaxant, the only safe labor enhancement.
• Natural ways to bring your body into labor without artificial chemical induction.
• How you and your birthing companion can create a birthing environment that is calm, serene and joyful, rather than tense and stressful.
• Gentle birthing techniques that allow you to breathe your baby into the world without the violence of hard physical pushing.

Classes are personal and informal and they are presented in a series of five, 2-1/2 hour classes or four, 3 hour classes.

Call Natural Body Works for scheduled times and cost: (781) 585-5130

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is provided to you while fully clothed. It is a very gentle, hands-on healing method, which works with the spine, the skull, the cranial sutures, diaphragms and the fascia.

This physiological body system described above is comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround, nourish and protect the brain and spinal cord. When restrictions are present within this system, then cerebral spinal fluid does not flow freely and an individual may experience any number of uncomfortable physical, emotional or mental symptoms.

The objective of this treatment is to release restrictions, thereby enhancing the functioning of the CranioSacral system. Misaligned bones can be restored to their proper position, patterns of injury can be released, joints may be re-aligned, and the relaxation response is achieved. All promoting balanced body mechanics for overall health and optimum performance levels.

SOMATO EMOTIONAL RELEASE

SomatoEmotional Release (SER) is an expanded level of a therapeutic process which uses the principles of CranioSacral Therapy to help rid the mind and body of the residual effects of trauma. When trauma (whether minor such as a sprained ankle or major such as disease or abuse) is experienced by an individual, a "Cellular Memory" is then experienced by the body as repetitive injury or chronic symptoms or condition. SomatoEmotional Release helps the body recognize that the previous trauma is past and the pattern can now be let go.

CST and SER compliment the body's natural healing processes. These therapies are increasingly used as a treatment for acute conditions. Additionally, CST and SER bolster the body's resistance to disease. For this reason, they are frequently used by proactive people looking for ways to prevent disease from occurring in the body. Some of the conditions which respond well with CST and SER are:

• Migraine Headaches
• Chronic Neck and Back Pain
• Stress, Anxiety and Tension-Related Problems
• Emotional Difficulties
• Chronic Fatigue
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
• Fibromyalgia and other Connective Tissue Disorders
• Orthopedic Problems
• Post-Surgical Dysfunction
• Scoliosis
• Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
• Motor Coordination Disorders
• Colic
• Autism
• Learning Disabilities
• Central Nervous System Disorders

Hatha Yoga INSTRUCTION

Take a step out of the world for awhile and enjoy the relaxation and mind/body connection of Yoga

In this 1-1/2 hour class - (private or semi-private up to 4 people) - you will learn:

• Pranayama - breathing techniques
• Mudras - ancient yogic hand symbols
• Asanas - body postures designed to improve health, increase flexibility and connect mind, body and spirit.

All these yogic skills are designed to release stress and melt away tension.

By turning inward and connecting with your inner essence you can learn to quiet the mind and improve mental clarity no matter what your age, shape or physical condition.

Whether you are male or female, young or old, flexible or restricted, high energy or low key, there is a Hatha Yoga routine for you! Because we are all different and unique, every person finds their own way of performing their Yoga posture......you will find the posture appropriate for your physical ability and you will find that Yoga will bring you closer to your true, essential self. While having fun and relaxing!

The regular practice of Yoga will increase your muscle flexibility and bone strength, as well as provide you non-physical rewards - such as the development of will power, focus & concentration.

Gain flexibility, expand your boundaries and encourage awareness in your body...learn to live in the present moment with a deep sense of peace.

Hatha Yoga...Empower yourself.

SPA TREATMENTS

Spa Treatments are a way to relieve stress and tension. Although typically perceived as indulgence, Spa Treatments are a wonderful vehicle for addressing tension because they are so generally relaxing to the entire body.

HERBAL MINI-FACIAL/MASSAGE

The face is cleansed, treated with an herbal facemask, and massaged with moisturizing lotion. This process exfoliates and hydrated the skin while toning skin and muscle.

HERBAL BODY WRAP

A total relaxation treatment during which you rest wrapped in a hot muslin "cocoon", followed by a gentle massage to help the body process the treatment.

BODY POLISH & SALT GLOW

Salt Glow Treatments use sea salts from the Dead Sea. Body Polish Treatments use organic, un-bleached, finely ground sugar, blended with essential oils. These treatments remove dead skin cells from the body to reveal new, young skin and leave the skin looking and feeling fresh, clean, incredibly soft, and "polished".

SEAWEED BODY MASK

You are covered with a warmed seaweed mud mask containing a blend of sea algae and sea salts, and wrapped in body heat-retaining Mylar. This treatment is good for all skin types.

EAR CANDLING

A gentle and relaxing ear treatment, which removes excess wax build-up and relieves symptoms such as itchy ears and chronic sinus congestion. May help to improve hearing loss caused by these conditions.