Massage therapy encompasses many different techniques. In general, therapists press, rub, and otherwise manipulate the muscles and other soft tissues of the body. They most often use their hands and fingers, but may use their forearms, elbows, or feet. A variety of massage techniques may be used during your massage.
(Source: https://nccih.nih.gov/health/massage)
Appointments
Before scheduling an appointment for acupuncture or massage, please note:
- The service fees are $65 a visit for students and $80 a visit for non-students.
- There is a fee for missed appointments. Please see the Billing and Cost page for more details.
These visits are not complimentary
Not currently billable to health insurance. Students who participate in the SHIP are eligible for one free massage therapy session per semester.
What is Deep Tissue Massage?
Deep Tissue massage may be done for part of the session. It incorporates firm, detailed strokes to relieve tension in specific muscle groups to ease pain and muscle spasms.
What is Stretching Massage?
Stretching is a muscle and joint specific technique that can help break up scar tissue, increase flexibility, circulation and increase energy and blood flow to promote healing.
What is Swedish Massage?
Swedish Massage involves the use of long, smooth strokes to increase circulation, relieve muscle tension, and promote profound relaxation. It can be focused on particular areas of tension in the body or the entire body.
UHC Massage services are not available to people who have the following conditions:
- Are in the first trimester of pregnancy
- Fever
- Rashes
- Contagious conditions such as colds, flu, etc.