The basic philosophy of massage therapy for women embraces the concept of Vis Medicatrix Naturae, which is aiding the ability of the body to heal itself, and is aimed at achieving or increasing health and well-being. Ask us about our different packages.

Ms Fit offers the following Massage Packages:

Swedish Massage: The term “Swedish Massage” refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. This form of massage was created at the turn of the century by Henry Peter Ling in Sweden. It involves the use of kneading, stroking, friction, tapping, and vibration and may provide relief from stiffness, numbness, pain, constipation, and other health problems. The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Other possible benefits include stimulation of circulation, an increase in physical muscle tone, and a balance of the musculo-skeletal systems. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load.

• $ 60 member
• $ 75 non-member

Swedish / Full Body (1/2 Hour)

• $ 35 member
• $ 40 non-member

What Happens During Sports Massage?

Sports massage is a type of Swedish massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids. Some sports massage movements use trigger point therapy to break down adhesions (knots in the muscles) and increase range of motion.

There are four types of sports massages:

• pre-event sports massage — a short, stimulating massage 15 – 45 minutes before the event. It is directed toward the parts of the body that will be involved in the exertion.
• post-event sports massage — given within an hour or two of the event, to normalize the body’s tissues.
• restorative sports massage — given during training to allow the athelete to train harder and with less injury.
• rehabilitative sports massage — aimed at alleviating pain due to injury and returning the body to health.

When Should I Get A Sports Massage?

A sports massage is a good choice if you have a specific problem — a tender knee from running, for instance. It is also be a good idea to see a movement therapist, who can help you identify and correct the movement pattern that might be causing your injury in the first place.

The therapist generally focuses in on the problem area — a frozen shoulder or pulled hamstring, for instance — rather than giving you a thorough full-body massage.

No matter what type of massage you choose, the therapist should check in with you about what your needs and expectations are for the massage.

• $ 60 member
• $ 75 non-member

• $ 35 member
$ 40 non-member

Hot Stone: Heated or hot stone massage is a type of treatment that uses warmed stones to relax muscles and induce a calming state of mind. It’s not a new technique; in fact, heated stone massage was used as early as 1500 B.C., according to healthguidance.org. The site says Native Americans and Europeans were the first societies to use the treatment.

• $ 65 member
• $ 80 non-member

• $ 65 member
• $ 80 non-member

Fun Feet as good as it sounds; aroma therapy, foot soak and massage. Yummy! One of our more popular services.

• 1/2 hr – $35