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Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy®
Description
If you crave deep tissue work, you'll love Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy®. Inspired by Eastern massage techniques and adapted from ancient forms of barefoot massage, Ashiatsu (Ashi = foot; atsu = pressure) is a highly effective treatment for individuals who suffer from chronic neck and back pain. It combines elements of Thai Massage, Japanese Shiatsu, and India's Keralite massage, with underlining dynamics in the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® is performed on a massage table. During treatment, the therapist, supported by parallel wooden bars suspended from the ceiling, applies deep foot pressure to strategic points along the spine and body to achieve maximum muscle compression. Ashiatsu's one and two-footed strokes distribute pressure evenly over a large area of the body, thereby providing deep, relaxing massage without the pain often associated with traditional deep tissue massage.
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® decreases inflammation, increases lymphatic flow, and stimulates the body's own self healing capabilities. Following treatment, clients experience deep relaxation, pain relief, improved posture, and enhanced physical structure and balance. Ashiatsu is highly effective for large athletes, individuals with thick musculature, and people who enjoy deep tissue massage. It is also recommended for individuals who suffer from chronic neck and back pain, scoliosis, bulging/herniated discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, and spondylosis.
Although beneficial for many, Ashiatsu is not for everyone. Please inform your therapist of health conditions and medication prior to receiving treatment as contraindications may apply.
Service Fees
- 1 Hour: $70
- 1 1/2 Hours: $100
About the Practitioner - Adriana Liwsky
Adriana Liwsky is a massage therapist who is certified in Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy®. Adriana originally studied massage therapy and movement at Rio Abierto (Open River) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She has since received additional training in the United States. Adriana's background in dance and movement add exceptional flow to the deep, gliding strokes of Ashiatsu, making it a massage to remember.
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