YHWH MEDICAL CENTER
Jennifer Ramos LMT CPT

Services & Rates

Swedish Massage

60 minutes: $100
90 minutes: $140

 

Swedish massage offers a wide range of benefits that go beyond simple relaxation. Through its combination of gentle, gliding strokes, kneading, and rhythmic tapping, this technique helps to increase blood flow, which aids in delivering oxygen and nutrients to muscles and tissues throughout the body. It effectively reduces muscle tension and soreness, making it ideal for relieving everyday aches and pains, while also promoting greater flexibility and range of motion. Additionally, Swedish massage stimulates the lymphatic system, supporting the body’s natural detoxification processes and boosting immune function. The calming effect of the massage also helps to lower stress hormones, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality, leaving you with a profound sense of relaxation and overall well-being.

Book your Swedish Massage today and treat yourself to the ultimate relaxation experience.

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Deep Tissue / Trigger Point Therapy

60 minutes: $120
90 minutes: $160

Deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy offer significant benefits for individuals experiencing chronic muscle tension, pain, or restricted mobility. Deep tissue massage works by targeting the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, using slow, firm strokes to break up adhesions and relieve persistent tension, which can help improve posture, increase flexibility, and reduce inflammation. Trigger point therapy, on the other hand, focuses on specific, sensitive knots within muscle fibers—known as trigger points—that often refer pain to other areas of the body. By applying precise pressure to these points, the therapy helps release muscle tightness, alleviate referred pain, and restore normal muscle function. Together, these techniques not only provide immediate relief from discomfort but also support long-term healing, enhance circulation, and promote overall physical well-being.

Book your session today and experience the restorative benefits of deep tissue/trigger point massage for lasting relief and renewed well-being.

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Sports Therapy

60 minutes: $140.00
30 minutes: $70.00

Sports massage provides a range of targeted benefits designed to support active individuals and athletes at all levels. By using a combination of deep tissue techniques, stretching, and focused pressure, sports massage helps to prevent injuries, reduce muscle soreness, and speed up recovery after intense physical activity. It improves circulation, which aids in the removal of metabolic waste and delivers essential nutrients to muscle tissues, promoting faster healing and enhanced performance. Sports massage also increases flexibility and range of motion, helping to keep muscles supple and joints healthy. Additionally, it can address specific muscle imbalances or areas of tension, supporting optimal movement patterns and reducing the risk of overuse injuries. Beyond the physical benefits, sports massage can also help reduce stress and improve mental focus, making it an essential component of any comprehensive training or wellness routine.

Book your Sports Massage today and give your body the care it deserves.

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Hot Stone Therapy (Add on)

Integrated minutes: $30.00

Benefits of Hot Stone Massage:

1. Deep Muscle Relaxation
The heat from the stones penetrates deeply into muscles, helping to relax and soften tight, tense areas more quickly and effectively than massage alone. This allows you to work deeper into muscle tissues without causing discomfort.

2. Improved Circulation
The warmth from the stones dilates blood vessels, increasing blood flow throughout the body. Enhanced circulation brings more oxygen and nutrients to tissues, supports healing, and helps remove metabolic waste.

3. Pain Relief
Hot stone therapy is especially effective for clients with chronic pain, muscle spasms, arthritis, or fibromyalgia. The heat helps reduce muscle stiffness and joint pain, making movement easier and more comfortable.

4. Reduced Stress and Anxiety
The soothing warmth and rhythmic movements of hot stone massage activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting deep relaxation, lowering stress hormones, and calming the mind.

5. Enhanced Flexibility and Range of Motion
By loosening tight muscles and connective tissues, hot stone massage can improve flexibility and joint mobility, making it an excellent complement to stretching and other therapeutic techniques.

6. Detoxification
The increased circulation and sweating induced by the heat help flush toxins from the body, supporting the lymphatic system and overall detoxification.

7. Better Sleep Quality
Many clients report improved sleep after a hot stone massage due to the profound relaxation and reduction in muscle tension and pain.

8. Boosted Immune Function
The relaxation response and improved circulation can help strengthen the immune system by reducing stress and supporting the body’s natural defense mechanisms.

9. Mental Clarity and Emotional Balance
The calming effects of hot stone therapy can help clear mental fog, reduce anxiety, and promote a sense of emotional well-being.

10. Enhanced Massage Experience
The unique sensation of warm stones gliding over the skin adds a luxurious and comforting element to the massage, making the session more enjoyable and memorable for clients.

How Hot Stone Massage Complements Other Techniques

  • Prepares Muscles for Deeper Work: The heat helps muscles relax, making it easier to perform deep tissue work or stretching with less discomfort.
  • Reduces the Need for Excessive Pressure: The warmth allows you to achieve therapeutic results without applying as much manual pressure, which is especially beneficial for sensitive or tender clients.
  • Pairs Well with Aromatherapy: Combining hot stones with essential oils can further enhance relaxation and therapeutic outcomes.

Client Education Tips

  • Explain the Process: Let clients know what to expect—how the stones are heated, where they’ll be placed, and how they’ll be used during the massage.
  • Discuss Contraindications: Hot stone therapy may not be suitable for everyone (e.g., clients with certain skin conditions, diabetes, neuropathy, or cardiovascular issues). Always screen clients for contraindications.
  • Encourage Hydration: Advise clients to drink plenty of water after their session to help flush out toxins and support recovery.
     
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Stretching Therapy (add on)

15 minutes: $30
30 minutes: $50

Physical Benefits:

1. Increased Flexibility and Range of Motion
Stretching helps elongate muscles and tendons, improving joint mobility. This allows clients to move more freely and with less discomfort.

2. Improved Circulation  
Stretching increases blood flow to muscles, which can help with nutrient delivery and waste removal, supporting faster recovery and overall muscle health.

3. Reduced Muscle Tension and Soreness  
Gentle stretching after massage can help relax muscles further, decrease residual tension, and minimize post-massage soreness.

4. Enhanced Posture 
Regular stretching can correct muscle imbalances and relieve tightness in areas like the neck, shoulders, and lower back, leading to better posture.

5. Injury Prevention  
By improving flexibility and range of motion, stretching can help prevent strains, sprains, and other injuries, especially for active clients.

Mental and Emotional Benefits:

6. Stress Relief
Stretching activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress and anxiety levels.

7. Mind-Body Connection  
Encouraging clients to focus on their breath and bodily sensations during stretching enhances body awareness and mindfulness.

Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Benefits:

8. Enhanced Effectiveness of Massage 
Stretching complements massage by further loosening tight muscles and fascia, helping to maintain the benefits of the session for longer.

9. Support for Rehabilitation
For clients recovering from injury or surgery, stretching can help restore normal movement patterns and prevent compensatory issues.

10. Reduction of Scar Tissue and Adhesions  
Gentle stretching can help break down adhesions and scar tissue, especially when combined with massage techniques.

Other Notable Benefits:

11. Improved Athletic Performance 
For active clients, stretching can improve muscle efficiency, coordination, and overall performance.

12. Pain Reduction 
Stretching can help alleviate chronic pain conditions by reducing muscle stiffness and improving joint function.

Client Education Tips:

  • Personalization: Tailor stretches to each client’s needs, focusing on their specific tension areas or postural concerns.
  • Safety: Always ensure stretches are performed gently and within the client’s comfort zone to avoid overstretching or injury.
  • Self-Care: Teach clients simple stretches they can do at home to prolong the benefits of your sessions.
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Cupping Therapy (add on)

Integrated: $30

Both still cupping (also called stationary or static cupping) and gliding cupping (also called moving or dynamic cupping) are popular techniques in traditional Chinese medicine and modern massage therapy. Each has unique benefits:

Still Cupping (Stationary Cupping)
How it works: Cups are placed on the skin and left in one spot for several minutes.

Benefits:

  • Deep Tissue Release: Provides a strong, localized suction that can help release deep muscle tension and knots.
  • Improved Blood Flow: Increases circulation to a specific area, which may speed up healing and reduce inflammation.
  • Detoxification: Encourages the removal of toxins and metabolic waste from tissues.
  • Trigger Point Therapy: Effective for targeting specific pain points or areas of chronic tension.
  • Relaxation: Can induce a deep sense of relaxation and reduce stress.
  • Immune Support: May stimulate the immune system by increasing lymphatic flow.

 

Gliding Cupping (Moving Cupping)
How it works: Cups are gently moved over the skin, usually with oil to reduce friction.

Benefits:

  • Broad Area Treatment: Covers a larger surface area, making it great for general muscle soreness or tightness.
  • Fascial Release: Helps release restrictions in the fascia (the connective tissue surrounding muscles).
  • Improved Circulation: Enhances blood and lymph flow over a wider region.
  • Reduced Muscle Stiffness: Loosens up muscles and connective tissues, improving flexibility and range of motion.
  • Less Intense Marks: Generally produces lighter marks or none at all compared to still cupping.
  • Relaxing Massage Effect: Combines the benefits of cupping with the soothing effects of massage.

Which Should You Choose?

  • Still cupping is better for focused, deep work on specific problem areas.
  • Gliding cupping is ideal for general muscle relaxation, fascial release, and treating larger areas.

Many practitioners combine both techniques in a single session for optimal results.

Note: Cupping may cause temporary skin discoloration (cupping marks), and it’s important to consult a trained professional to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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Percussive Therapy (add on)

add on: $30

Experience the Benefits of Percussive Therapy in Your Massage Session!

We’re excited to offer an innovative enhancement to your massage experience: Percussive Therapy using our state-of-the-art device. Here’s how it can benefit you:

Why Try Percussive Therapy?

1. Deeper Muscle Relief 
Our percussive device helps release stubborn knots and tension, reaching deeper muscle layers comfortably and effectively.

2. Faster Recovery
Feel better, sooner! Percussive therapy speeds up muscle recovery and reduces soreness after workouts or daily activities.

3. Enhanced Relaxation
Enjoy a deeper sense of relaxation as the gentle pulses soothe your muscles and calm your mind.

4. Personalized to Your Needs
We can adjust the intensity and target specific areas, ensuring you get the perfect treatment for your body.

5. Improved Circulation
Percussive therapy boosts blood flow, helping your body heal and recover naturally.

6. Modern Wellness Innovation
Experience the latest in massage technology—designed to help you feel your best.

Ask us about adding Percussive Therapy to your next massage!
We’re here to help you relax, recover, and rejuvenate.

 

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Reflexology (add on)

30 minutes: $50
15 minutes: $35

Benefits of Reflexology:

1. Promotes Deep Relaxation
Reflexology stimulates specific points on the feet, hands, or ears, activating the parasympathetic nervous system. This helps clients achieve a deep state of relaxation, reducing stress and calming the mind.

2. Improves Circulation
By working on reflex points, reflexology encourages better blood flow throughout the body. Improved circulation helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to cells while aiding in the removal of toxins and metabolic waste.

3. Reduces Pain and Discomfort
Reflexology can help alleviate pain by interrupting pain pathways and promoting the release of endorphins—the body’s natural painkillers. It’s especially beneficial for clients with chronic pain, headaches, migraines, or arthritis.

4. Supports the Body’s Natural Healing Processes
Stimulating reflex points is believed to help balance the body’s energy and support its innate ability to heal itself. This can accelerate recovery from injuries or illnesses.

5. Enhances Nerve Function
Reflexology may help stimulate more than 7,000 different nerve endings in the feet alone, improving nerve function and responsiveness, which can be particularly helpful for aging clients.

6. Boosts Immune System Function
By reducing stress and supporting the body’s balance, reflexology may help strengthen the immune system, making clients more resilient to illness.

7. Improves Sleep Quality
Clients often report better sleep after reflexology sessions. The relaxation and stress reduction can help those suffering from insomnia or poor sleep patterns.

8. Aids in Detoxification
Reflexology helps stimulate the lymphatic system, encouraging the elimination of toxins and reducing swelling or edema, especially in the lower limbs.

9. Balances Hormones
Regular reflexology sessions can help regulate hormonal imbalances, which is beneficial for clients experiencing PMS, menopause, or thyroid issues.

10. Enhances Mental Clarity and Emotional Well-being
The calming effects of reflexology can help clear the mind, reduce anxiety, and improve mood, supporting overall emotional health.

How Reflexology Complements Massage Therapy

  • Holistic Approach: Reflexology addresses both physical and energetic imbalances, complementing the muscular and fascial work of massage.
  • Non-Invasive: It’s suitable for clients who may not tolerate deep tissue massage or have areas of the body that are too sensitive to touch.
  • Customizable: Sessions can be tailored to focus on specific reflex points corresponding to the client’s health concerns (e.g., digestive issues, headaches, sinus problems).
  • Self-Care Education: You can teach clients simple reflexology techniques for self-care between sessions.

Client Education Tips

  • Explain the Reflex Map: Show clients how different areas of the feet, hands, or ears correspond to organs and systems in the body.
     
  • Set Realistic Expectations: Reflexology supports wellness but is not a cure for medical conditions.
  • Encourage Feedback: Ask clients to share their sensations and experiences during and after sessions to tailor future treatments.

 

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