Licensed Massage Therapists (LMT’s) are health care professionals committed to restoring and maintaining optimal health and pain-free function of the body. They are educated and trained to accurately assess and treat with techniques that include massage and manual therapy, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, and rehabilitative exercise such as stretching, strengthening, postural exercise and patient education.

Massage is a term describing a variety of techniques using the hands, forearms and elbows to stimulate and manipulate soft tissues of the body for therapeutic purposes. Massage works by kneading and stroking muscles to relax them, and uses friction to stimulate soft tissues. This therapy increases blood and lymph circulation while breaking up scar tissue between muscle fibers.  Specialized manipulation techniques including myofascial release, trigger point therapy and neuromuscular re-education are used in medical or corrective massage therapies. 

At Hensley Wellness Center, massage therapy is used as an effective approach to pain management and rehabilitation.  We’re effective in treating and providing relief for a wide range of conditions such as migraine headaches, tendonitis, arthritis, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, as well as many others.  When combined with massage therapy, chiropractic treatment is enhanced.

Some physical and mental benefits of massage therapy:
Reduces muscle spasms Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion.
Enhances athletic performance and reduces risk of future injury.
Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments.
Reduces pain and swelling.
Reduces formation of excessive scar tissue.
Improves posture.
Promotes deeper and easier breathing.
Improves circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids.
Reduces blood pressure.
Helps relieve tension headaches and eyestrain.
Relieves stress, muscle tension and stiffness.
Strengthens the immune system (proven increase in T- Cell counts).
Improves overall sense of well-being while relieving mental stress.
Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness, calm thinking and creativity.
Satisfies needs for caring-nurturing touch.
Increases awareness of mind-body connection.