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Massage

What does a massage do and how will I feel afterwards?

• Massage helps by increasing blood flow to tissues and organs and increasing lymph flow (this helps remove toxic waste lodged in your muscles that cause or contribute to chronic pain or joint stiffness).
• Massage has also been shown to release endorphins, the "feel good chemicals" released when you exercise or laugh. Endorphins make you feel relaxed, happy and stress-free after a good massage.
• Massage is the number one choice of patrons of Spas throughout the world because it feels good and the positive, healing effects last for days or weeks, and the effects are cumulative.

How is a massage performed?

• During your treatment, you are always properly draped with sheets, towels or disposable undergarments that we provide.
• Your therapist will ask you what areas you would like to focus on, such as shoulders and neck, sore back, or achy, tired legs. If you like, you may have all your time concentrated on just the areas you need, or you can have a full body massage with a special focus on those areas.
• You may ask the therapist to adjust his or her pressure and tempo so that you are comfortable.
• You may have a deeply relaxing massage that puts you into a sleepy trance, or an "invigorating" treatment with stretching that leaves you feeling like you have just had a good workout at the gym, or anywhere in between. Just speak up and let your therapist know what you want each time.

Massage Treatments offered at Pipestem Spa

All treatments can be customized to meet your special needs and you may choose a 50 or 80 minute treatment ($90/$130).

Swedish Massage - Relaxing, soothing, long flowing Effleurage strokes designed increase blood circulation, relax your muscles and put you into a trance. We can add a special Aromatherapy scalp, neck and shoulder treatment and a Dead Sea salt scrub if you like (No additional charge).

Neuromuscular/Deep Tissue Sports Massage - Deep, focused massage to address chronic pain, ischemic or toxic tissue, and taut bands or “adhesions” in muscles. This is often combined with stretching and occasionally, ice packs or heat. You may feel sore for a day or two afterwards, as your tissues begin to normalize.

Hot Stone Massage - Hot, black volcanic stones are used during your massage to deeply penetrate sore muscles. Your therapist will incorporate the stones into your massage. Everyone has different comfort levels and please let your therapist know if you would like your stones cooler or warmer.

Reflexology - Special foot massage that focuses on the energy meridians to help restore the natural flow of energy to all organ systems of the body. We can include exfoliation for rough dry skin, steamy hot towels and a rich rehydrating cream if you like.

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy (LDT) - Slow, soothing, ultra light pressure massage that assists the body in releasing toxins and draining excess fluid held in the tissues and organs. LDT is especially good after facial or other surgery to help decrease swelling, bruising and speed healing. LDT is done fully clothed, without oils or creams and is very relaxing.

Pregnancy Massage - Gentle massage on entire back and neck and long soothing strokes along abdomen, legs and thighs with pure cocoanut oil (helps reduce stretch marks). Extra attention is given to swollen ankles and feet to decrease fluid retention.

Romantic Couples Massage - Our Most Popular Massage! We have a special "couples massage room" where both tables are set up side by side. This treatment begins with an Aromatherapy neck and shoulder massage, continues with a full body Swedish relaxing massage with Hot Stones and Foot Reflexology, and ends with a tantalizing salt and seaweed scrub with steamy hot towels. Wonderful for special, romantic occasions or when time is an issue. $195 per couple - includes a pampering bubble bath or mineral soak for two, or $180 without the soak.