Massage and Assisted Stretching with Andi Beth Sutcliffe

Andi is a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and a Professional Member of the American Massage Therapy Association.

Hours: Available by appointment - call 484.364.1313 or email:andibeth@tennisaddiction.com

Rates: 1 Hour Therapeutic or Swedish Massage: $65

Assisted Stretching Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation

PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) techniques involve a partner actively stretching the participant by some combination of altering contraction and relaxation of both agonist and antagonist muscles. Some of the different PNF techniques used include slow reversal hold, contract relax, and hold relax. PNF stretching usually involves a 10 second push phase followed by a 10 second relaxation phase, typically repeated a few times. PNF stretching is capable of producing greater improvement in flexibility compared to other techniques.

Combine massage and PNF for accelerated results and injury prevention!

Types of Massage

Swedish Massage - total relaxation, long flowing strokes, kneading, and friction are used on the more superficial layers of muscle tissue
 
Deep Tissue Massage - deeper and beyond the surface, relieve tension, relieve prolonged stress in the body
 
Trigger Point Therapy - relieve muscular pain and dysfunction, this muscle is deprived of  oxygen and nutrients, trigger point therapy will improve form and function more efficiently
 
Hot Stone Massage - a specialty massage that uses smooth, heated stones. They are often basalt, a black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well. It is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage. The heat helps tight muscles release.

• calms the nervous system and promotes a sense of relaxation and well being.
• reduces tension and anxiety.
• improves blood circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells.
• stimulates the lymphatic system, which carries away the body’s waste products.
• prevents and relieves muscles cramps and spasms.
• assists with pain management in conditions such as arthritis, sciatica, and muscle spasms.
   

Sports Massage - obtain maximum performance, enhance physical conditioning and has been proven to increase power, endurance, and mobility, pre-event, post-event, or training, it should be a part of every athlete’s program. Recognized as an important part of a regular maintenance program, it is used widely professional and Olympic athletes. It is also helpful for anyone who routinely stretches physical limits through movement.