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Swedish Massage is extremely therapeutic as it reduces stress, relieves muscle tension and pain, increases circulation, improves flexibility, helps with posture, and aids in the reduction of insomnia, anxiety and depression. Swedish Massage is generally performed with  gentle, lighter pressure for a relaxing, therapeutic treatment. 

By treating the origin and insertion of specific muscles, this technique reaches deeper layers of muscles. It is used to break down muscular adhesions (knots), to treat chronic and acute strains and sprains and addresses injuries or conditions caused by repetitive use.  This massage can be beneficial for everyone, from competing athletes to those who sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Myofascial release therapy utilizes gentle, sustained pressure into the  connective tissue to eliminate pain and restore flexibility and motion to the body. This technique is combined with stretching the restricted fascia and using active release and pin and stretch methods. 

Prenatal Massage supports the dynamic physical and emotional changes of pregnancy and is one of the safest and most effective ways to reduce stress, tension, pain and anxiety during and after pregnancy. Benefits may include decreasing muscle tension, increasing venous and lymphatic circulation, reducing swelling and normalizing blood pressure. 

Cassidy and Mary accept clients at any time during pregnancy.  Allyson and Deb do not accept clients in their 1st Trimester of Pregnancy. 

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, rhythmic massage technique that stimulates the movement of lymph fluid through the body. Using  light, circular and stretching strokes, MLD's benefits include reduction of swelling, edema and lymphedema (especially post-surgery, -injury or -radiation treatments); decreased inflammation and support for healthy  immune system function. 

Offered by Allyson, Cassidy and Deb.  Lymphatic Drainage Taping is available as an ADD-ON service to MLD treatments with Deb.

This 30-minute session is only available for post-surgery patients along with a doctor's referral / prescription. A pre-appointment phone consultation with the practitioner is required. This treatment  reduces pain, inflammation, water retention, fibrosis and fat necrosis (damaged fat cells) in surgical areas. 

Offered by Deb.

The use of kinesiology tape may reduce swelling caused by surgery, injury or lymphedema. The tape  gently lifts the skin, using decompression to create space for stagnant lymph fluid to flow into open vessels and redirect it toward functioning lymph nodes. The tape provides a continuous, gentle draining effect for 3 to 5 days, even while showering or exercising.

Available as an "ADD-ON" service to Manual Lymphatic Drainage treatments with Deb.

Papaya Manga Paradise is Allyson’s Signature Treatment. This "escape to paradise" is a full-body massage experience which combines therapeutic massage with an indulgent tropical bexfoliation treatment . This tropical skin-renewing treatment and massage gently exfoliates and softens the skin, leaving it glowing and the body restored.  Includes warm steam towels to enhance hydration, absorption and pure relaxation. Add-on services are available for this treatment. 

Offered by Allyson Chang.

Upper Body Massage (Back, Head, Neck, Shoulder, Arms/Hands)

Designed to calm the nervous system, encourage relaxation and release tension, this massage focuses on the upper body including the back, head, face, neck, shoulders, arms and hands. This treatment may improve circulation, ease muscular tension and relieve common discomforts such as headaches, TMJ disorders, and chronic pain.

A Hydrating Foot Massage is available as an "ADD-ON" (with select therapists). 

ADD-ON treatments are available for services with select therapists and include: Hot Stones, Cupping, Physio Tools, CBD Application, Lymphatic Drainage Taping (see above) Hydrating Foot Massage and Paraffin Hand and Foot treatment. 

(See below for ADD-ON service descriptions).

Hand-chosen basalt river stones are heated and used with oils to soothe, warm and massage tired, sore muscles. The stones allow your body to relax deeply, releasing tension and stress. The stones are used in hand and include deep tissue techniques (when requested). This treatment is a must for those cold, grey wintery days to lighten your spirits and elevate your mood.  

Hot Stones are available as an “ADD On” with select therapists. 

Cupping therapy is a traditional, time-honored practice that utilizes the techniques of decompression and negative pressure, rather than compression. It is a safe, non-invasive modality that uses suction cups to create decompression which helps relive muscle tension and stiffness, reduce inflammation and adhesions, and provide relief for many conditions. 

Cupping is available as an "ADD-ON" service with select therapists. 

TRANSFORM A STANDARD MASSAGE INTO A HIGH-TECH RECOVERY SESSION WITH THE USE OF PHYSIO TOOLS. THEY ARE GREAT FOR SELF-CARE TOO (DEB WILL DISCUSS THIS WITH YOU!)

This combination speeds up muscle warming, melts away deep tissue tension, improves range of motion, and reduces soreness. 

Tools include Heated Scrapers, Hypervolt Percussion Therapy and and Infrared Cups. (See descriptions for each tool in the section below.)

Available as an "ADD-ON" for treatments with Deb. 

Heated Scraper (Fascial Release)

A therapeutic scraping tool that combines gentle heat, vibration, and precise edges to warm the tissue while gently breaking down scar tissue and fascial adhesions without pain or bruising. Excellent for treating stubborn knots and releasing tension in the back, neck, and forearms. 

*The heated scraper is one of the Physio Tools used during this "ADD-ON" service. Available for treatments with Deb.

Hypervolt Percussion Therapy

This is a high-frequency massage device that delivers rapid, targeted pulses and vibration deep into the muscle layers. The percussions interrupt the pain cycle, significantly increase localized circulation, and immediately improve range of motion. Ideal for warming up muscles pre-workout  or flushing out lactic acid post-workout. 

*The Hypervolt is one of the Physio Tools used during this "ADD-ON" service. Available for treatments with Deb.

Infrared Cups (Decompression & Light Therapy)

Modern, smart cups that use suction to lift and decompress tissue while emitting soothing infrared and red-light heat.

This mimics a deep tissue massage in reverse. Suction pulls fresh, oxygenated blood into stagnant areas, while infrared light penetrates deep to reduce inflammation and accelerate the body's natural healing process.

*Infrared Cups are one of the Physio Tools used during this "ADD-ON" service. Available for treatments with Deb. 

A targeted application of high quality, full-spectrum CBD which utilizes THC-free hemp extract. CBD interacts with localized endocannabinoid receptors in the skin to reduce muscle tension and decrease  inflammation. This creates deeper relaxation, targets pain, reduces inflammation and calms the central nervous system. CBD may also soothe skin conditions like eczema or dryness, and has no psychoactive effects.

CBD application is available as an ADD-ON service to treatments with Deb (not Prenatal)

A relaxing foot massage and hydrating treatment to relieve dry, sore and tired feet. Includes the usage of hot steam towels for the ultimate in relaxation and pampering. Av

Available as an "ADD-ON" to services with select therapists.  

Enhance your facial or massage with a warm, hydrating paraffin treatment for the hands and/or feet. Helps soften dry, rough skin while providing soothing warmth and relaxation. Leaves hands and feet deeply moisturized and silky soft. 

Available as an "ADD-ON" to services with Allyson Chang.   

Treat yourself and a loved one to some much-deserved self care, relaxation and quiet time with a Couples Massage. Couples Massages require the coordination of each therapist's schedule and cannot be scheduled online. TO SCHEDULE A COUPLES MASSAGE, PLEASE CONTACT HEATHER ON 206-617-3454. 

Gift Certificates are available online  in dollar amounts, valid towards any treatment.  When you're looking for that perfect gift for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, marriages, retirements, births or for any occasion, Massage is the perfect gift for anyone. Gift Certificates are available online at hawthornemassagesc.as.me or through the "Book Now" buttons on this website. A printable certificate is included  in your confirmation email. Printed certificates are also available.