THIS HOLIDAY SEASON – include a Gift of Relaxation!

The holidays are closer than you think. As you are out and about this holiday season, remember that at Massage Heights you can fill all the needs on your shopping list including for yourself. Our Holiday Packages are now available.

Indulge… in warm and toasty relaxation this holiday season. Introducing our New! guilt FREE Vanilla Sugar Cookie Aromatherapy. All the holiday memories . . . none of the regrets. Feel the comfort of a Warm Embrace with a 90-Minute Experience featuring a Hot Stone Body Wrap. Want more? Revive your tired soles with our invigorating holiday Sugar Cookie Foot Scrubs.

You deserve to relax. Massage Heights is the affordable way to RELAX… BREATHE… ENERGIZE… ESCAPE.

Take advantage of our Holiday Gift Packages – Today

http://www.massageheights.com/crossroadsplazahttp://www.massageheights.com/crossroadsplaza and plan your escape today. (919) 863-0082 or by email at cary@massageheights.com for more details.

How many gifts are you going to purchase this Holiday Season? Why not give a gift certificate to RELAX… BREATHE… ENERGIZE… ESCAPE.and share the benefits of this wonderful gift.

 

CANNED FOOD Drive for those in Need…UPGRADED Services for YOU!

This is Massage Heights Crossroads Second Annual Food Drive for Helping Hands Mission. Helping Hands is VERY low on supplies this year and your support would be greatly appreciated.

If you bring in 10 cans of food, we will treat you to a free elevation with your massage. This would be a hot stone therapy or a peppermint foot scrub or a hot towel cold stone face massage.

We hope you will join us as we help those who are truly in need this Thanksgiving season.

Massage Heights
117 Crossroads Boulevard
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 863-0082

www.MassageHeights.com/CrossroadsPlaza

 

Food for Thought…

I was able to attend the Get Motivated seminar that was held at the RBC center earlier this month. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but was looking forward to an all star lineup of speakers. There were at least 15,000 people there looking for words of wisdom, advice, motivating ideas, and possibly some magic answers to the issues we deal with in our daily lives.

I heard some things that really rang true to me and made me think. Robert Schuler talked about when he was growing up the word impossible did not exist in their household. He was taught that anything is possible. His philosophy when things go wrong is “don’t look at what you’ve lost, look at what you have left”. I thought this was a great message given all the changes that have been occurring because of the economy, technological changes, and just the progression of our lives. I thought it was an interesting way to approach handling change.

Brian Tracy said some thought provoking statements. He commented that “we are busy being busy”. Being too busy seems to be something that applies to all of us these days. Even school children with all their activities, I wonder how they have time to study or sleep. Mr. Tracy commented that we need to identify those things we do that have value and focus on those. He said we need to do fewer things and more of those things. Then we can get better at doing those things. He was commenting on those things we do relative to generating income. I would also say that it can easily apply to all the things we do to fill our lives. Ever have days when you feel like you can’t get anything right? Maybe we are doing too many things and we don’t have time to focus on doing them well because we are too fragmented and always behind.

I also really liked the message from Rudy Giuliani. He commented about developing our own thinking. To do this he suggests we read a lot, listen to people – ask them a lot of questions and really listen to their answers, and to focus on what is important. He recommends that we create time for thinking. Take time to think about what is important and then set goals related to important things. He talked about 9-11, the events that occurred and his reaction – what he had to do. He gave us a great message. He said to prepare for everything you can think of so you’ll be prepared for those things you can’t think of. If you prepare for what you know or can imagine, then when things occur you haven’t imagined, you can take what you’re prepared for and apply it to the new situation. It carries my definition of wisdom further. I always define wisdom as knowledge plus experience.

These comments from these speakers were the most thought provoking for me. I wanted to share them with you and hope they will provide some ideas or insights for you. They certainly did for me.

What is motivating you? I would love to hear about it. Please contact me at Massage Heights. For information about Massage Heights Crossroads Plaza, click here.

 

Using Massage Therapy For Headaches

We often hear our clients complain of headaches along with shoulder and neck pain. Many have 2-3 headaches a week and often use ibuprofen as their treatment.

Headache types include, but are not limited to:
• migraine headaches
• tension headaches
• sinus headaches
• mixed headaches

There are many types of massage therapies that can offer relief for headaches. A regimen that includes massage therapy, attention to body position, and stress management can help prevent or greatly reduce the frequency of headaches, in turn reducing your reliance on medication.

Swedish Massage A tension headache, by its very name, implies the presence of stress and tension. Swedish massage, on the other hand, promotes relaxation and relieves muscle tension. When muscles become tight due to stress or poor posture, they eventually adapt a chronically shortened state. Swedish massage teaches the body how to let go of muscle tension and resets muscle tone.


Deep Tissue Therapies Including neuromuscular therapy and myofascial release use techniques to free connective tissue. A chronically tensed muscle tends to maintain that tension, even after the stressful event has passed. Deep tissue techniques free the connective tissue glue, creating a new way for the muscle to function.

Reflexology Reflexology can promote relaxation, reduce pain, and restore energy flow. Several scientific studies have shown that reflexology is a viable treatment for migraines, in some cases working as well as, or better than, medication–and without the side effects.

Craniosacral Therapy Cranial bones move in miniscule amounts as a response to the production and absorption of cranial fluid. With head trauma, whiplash injury, or even severe stress, cranial bone movement can be compromised, resulting in headaches, dizziness, ringing in the ears, or vision disturbances. This therapy restores the normal movement of the cranial bones and fluid.

By addressing the root of the problem, regularly scheduled bodywork sessions can greatly reduce headaches as well as your need for medication.

Massage Heights Crossroads Plaza has professionally trained massage therapists available to get you on the road to well being. To set up an appointment, please click here for contact information.

 

Couples Massage

Massage Heights offers Couples Massage. Our couples massage room has two tables, usually arranged in parallel. Each guest has their own table and their own therapist. This way each person can receive the type of massage that they will enjoy most

Swedish Massage is often referred to as the “relaxing massage.” Your Massage Heights Therapist will use light to firm pressure on a range of long, smooth strokes, with kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints.

Deep Tissue Massage releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the grain of muscles, tendons and fascia. It is called deep tissue, because it also focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It can help reduce pain, increase range of motion, relieve muscle spasms and improve circulation.

You may also have heard of massage therapies such as Trigger Point, also known as Myotherapy or Neuromuscular Therapy, which applies concentrated finger pressure to trigger points in the body.
Reflexology is a type of massage that uses specific massage strokes on points of the body thought to correspond with internal organs. Cranial-Sacral massage is a type of massage that uses gentle, non-invasive touch techniques targeting the bones of the skull, face, mouth and jaw.

Since a couples massage is about spending time together enjoying a similar experience (not romantic), couple’s massages are shared by spouses, girlfriend/boyfriend couples, partners, friends, and mother/daughter couples. Sometimes the couple will quietly chat with each other during their massage. Other times, the couple enjoys the shared experience in a relaxing silence.

Couples massage may not be for everyone. If one person likes to talk throughout the massage and the other person wants silence it might be better for them to have their massages in separate rooms. This just points out that couples massage is a personal preference, like any massage type. Be sure to know your partner’s preference so you both get the most out of your massage experiences.

Why do people get couples massages? Often to celebrate a special event like a birthday or anniversary or holiday gift – just something special. Some couples have a couple’s massage as a regular part of their date night – massage, dinner, and dancing. It’s a great way to relax together and to stay healthier together.

Whether you have a couples massage or not, getting a massage at the same time is a nice way to have a shared experience with someone – that’s relaxing and healthy to boot!

To contact us to set up your appointment for a Couple’s Massage, click here? What are you waiting for?

 

Deep Tissue versus Deep Pressure Massage

Thank you to those of you who responded to our massage survey. I very much appreciated your feedback about massage.

One of the questions asked about your preferred type of massage. The results indicated that many of you like multiple massage types. This makes sense because different massage types are focused on different health issues or the state of our bodies. Your favorite is deep tissue as 100% of the people responded that they liked deep tissue massage. 33% liked reflexology and 33% liked sports massage. 22% liked Swedish, Neuromuscular, and/or Cranial-Sacral massage.

This survey reminded me that we have a lot of people requesting deep tissue and that some people don’t realize the difference between deep tissue and deep pressure massage. Deep tissue massage focuses on the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles. It is often recommended for those who experience consistent or constant pain due to physical activity or past injury. The massage strokes are short and deep, and focused on specific areas of pain. Deep tissue isn’t intended to be performed on the entire body. If a massage therapist employs Deep Tissue techniques, on the entire body in one session, it would not only be next to impossible to perform, it could lead to injury or localized muscle and nerve trauma. This result would render the session counterproductive.

Deep pressure massage is performed with sustained strong, occasionally intense pressure throughout an entire full-body session, and does not address a specific complaint. Even in a deep pressure massage, the deep pressure may not need to be applied to all areas of the body. Each part of our bodies may require different pressure to obtain good results.

I’ve heard some people say that if they don’t feel pain during their sessions or if they don’t have the deep tissue all over their body, they don’t feel like they’ve had a productive massage. One doesn’t need to feel pain to have an effective massage. An effective massage warms and loosens the muscles to release toxins and restore the flexibility and elasticity of our muscles. Deep tissue massage is focused on specific problem areas to release deeper fascia issues.

My point is to explain the differences so that if a therapist doesn’t give you deep tissue all over your body, you will understand why you may not need that type of treatment.

When was the last time you had a massage? To set up an appointment at Massage Heights Crossroads Plaza, please click here.

 

Couples Massage

Massage Heights offers Couples Massage. Our couples massage room has two tables, usually arranged in parallel. Each guest has their own table and their own therapist. This way each person can receive the type of massage that they will enjoy most

Swedish Massage is often referred to as the “relaxing massage.” Your Massage Heights Therapist will use light to firm pressure on a range of long, smooth strokes, with kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints.

Deep Tissue Massage releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the grain of muscles, tendons and fascia. It is called deep tissue, because it also focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It can help reduce pain, increase range of motion, relieve muscle spasms and improve circulation.

You may also have heard of massage therapies such as Trigger Point, also known as Myotherapy or Neuromuscular Therapy, which applies concentrated finger pressure to trigger points in the body.
Reflexology is a type of massage that uses specific massage strokes on points of the body thought to correspond with internal organs. Cranial-Sacral massage is a type of massage that uses gentle, non-invasive touch techniques targeting the bones of the skull, face, mouth and jaw.

Since a couples massage is about spending time together enjoying a similar experience (not romantic), couple’s massages are shared by spouses, girlfriend/boyfriend couples, partners, friends, and mother/daughter couples. Sometimes the couple will quietly chat with each other during their massage. Other times, the couple enjoys the shared experience in a relaxing silence.

Couples massage may not be for everyone. If one person likes to talk throughout the massage and the other person wants silence it might be better for them to have their massages in separate rooms. This just points out that couples massage is a personal preference, like any massage type. Be sure to know your partner’s preference so you both get the most out of your massage experiences.

Why do people get couples massages? Often to celebrate a special event like a birthday or anniversary or holiday gift – just something special. Some couples have a couple’s massage as a regular part of their date night – massage, dinner, and dancing. It’s a great way to relax together and to stay healthier together.

Whether you have a couples massage or not, getting a massage at the same time is a nice way to have a shared experience with someone – that’s relaxing and healthy to boot!

To contact us to set up your appointment for a Couple’s Massage, click here? What are you waiting for?

 

THE BENEFITS AND FEATURES OF MEMBERSHIP

Massage Heights Members get more from their massages. Become a Massage Heights Member and enjoy substantial savings PLUS free therapeutic aromatherapy and discounted add-ons (we call them Elevations) every time you visit. Corporate Memberships are also available and can be a great health benefit to offer your employees.

The three levels of Massage Heights Membership include:

• Foundation – Includes one hour rejuvenating massage per month;

• Heightened – Includes one hour rejuvenating massage per month plus one Elevation of your choice

• Pinnacle – Includes one hour rejuvenating massage per month plus three Elevations of your choice

Elevations include: Hot Stone Therapy; Peppermint Foot Scrub;
Hot Towel Cold Stone Face Massage and Aromatherapy

With today’s busy, stressful lifestyles, there’s never been a better time to take advantage of the benefits of massage therapy which include but not limited to: Relieves stress; Reduces heart rate; Lowers blood pressure; Increases blood circulation and lymph flow; Relaxes muscles; Improves range of motion and Improves circulation.

The features of Membership Benefits include:
• 50% off each additonal Massage ($39.99)*
• Massages and Elevations roll over if not used from previous months
• Use your Membership at any Massage Heights Retreat
• Discounts on Elevations
• Add-On family members at a discounted rate
• Professional Licensed Massage Therapists
• Over 3000 sessions available per month per location
• Comforting,Relaxing Atmosphere with Convenient Hours

When was the last time you had a massage? Considering the benefits and features offered at Massage Heights – are you NOW ready to contact us to schedule your appointment? Our trained professional staff is waiting to hear from you.

Massage Heights Crossroads Plaza, 117 Crossroads Blvd.,
Cary, NC 27518, (919) 863-0082, cary@massageheights.com

 

What is Therapeutic Massage?

Massage is the manipulation of superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue to enhance the function and promote relaxation and well-being. The word Massage Therapy is a general term for a range of therapeutic approaches involving the practice of kneading or otherwise manipulating a person’s muscles and other soft tissue with the intent of improving a person’s well-being or health.

Another description is massage is the systematic and scientific manipulation of the soft tissues of the body. Massage Therapy is done with the aim to provide treatment for a specific condition.

At Massage Heights we offer therapeutic massage treatments that includes Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, and Pregnancy Massage. There are others you may have heard of Reflexoloxy, Trigger Point Therapy (Neuromuscular Therapy) and Cranial Sacral Massage. These are all forms for therapeutic massage. Visit our website for more details on these types of massage.

Many people receive massage regularly to keep themselves in good physical condition; athletes, for example, regularly make appointments for sports massage, which is a form of therapeutic massage specifically designed for people who engage in athletic activities on a regular basis. Massage may be used as part of a general wellness program for people ranging from secretaries worried about muscle strain to construction workers who want to keep their muscles loose, strong, and flexible.

People of all ages can benefit from therapeutic massage when it is performed by a competent and fully qualified practitioner. Every time you visit a Massage Heights Retreat, we will ask you about your needs and personalize a massage therapy just for you. Massage oils, lotions and creams are often used during the massage. It is important that you inform your massage therapists of any allergies or dislikes.

Are you ready to schedule your appointment for one of our therapeutic massage treatments? Contact us so that you can begin journey of well being.

 

RAFFLE: Win a free Cypress Elovancia Robe!

One of the most relaxing parts of our massage is the relaxing feel of preparing for your massage wearing a comfortable luxurious robe.

Massage Heights, Crossroads Plaza is raffling off a Cypress Elovancia Robe ($115 Value).

Each raffle ticket is $5. We have sizes in stock for you to choose from!

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to relax in a comfortable robe at home too?

Call 919-863-0082 for more details!

Drawing is September 30th!