Massage

Chrysalis Bodywork

Massage

The Practitioners Work

Kelly is a member of AMTA. Her massage work is Swedish based. She encourages the use of breath where necessary, as well as incorporating other massage modalities such as: deep tissue; trigger point; acupressure and myofascial work. She includes the use of essential oils where appropriate. All of these skills/tools contribute to a deep feeling of relaxation and an improved overall sense of well being. Kelly is certified in pre and post natal massage and has felt honored to be working with women pre and post pregnancy for over five years. In New York City she worked with Dr. Randi Jaffe, one of only a few chiropractors who uses the Webster Technique and whose practice, though quite varied, primarily consisted of and cared for women pre and post natally.

The Benefits of Massage

Assists in physical relaxation
Calms the nervous system
Lowers blood pressure
Reduces heart rate
Slows respiration
Boosts the immune system
Loosens tight muscles
Stretches connective tissue
Assists in reducing chronic pain
Improves skin and muscle tone
Increases blood and lymph circulation
Assists in speedy removal of metabolic waste
Increases red blood cell counts
Stimulates endorphin release
Improves overall sense of well being

Pre Natal Massage

Let's be honest, the toll that pregnancy can take on the woman's body (and definitely the psyche) is huge. Although pregnancy can be a wonderous and exciting time, for many, it can also be a stressful period. After experiencing two pregnancies and recovering from those pregnancies and births I can say, first hand, I know the value of receiving pre and post natal massage on a regular basis. It can address all those niggling issues that occur throughout pregnancy as you and your baby are growing, Things like: nausea; poor energy; fatigue; poor circulation; headaches; backaches; abdominal tightness; round ligament discomfort; leg cramps and sciatica to name just a few. It can help women come to terms with their new and evolving body image and can fulfill that need to be coddled and pampered a bit themselves. Of course the same holds true once the baby is born. Massage post birth can actually assist in speeding the mother's recovery not just physically but mentally/emotionally as well.
Whether it is for a friend, loved one, or a mother-to-be, giving the gift of improved health, relaxation and overall sense of well being is a wonderful thought filled gift. To purchase a gift certificate please contact via phone (917) 826-5929 or e-mail kelly@chrysalisbodywork.org.