Question 1

Biomat

Accepted Answer

All massage services at Spa Utopia include the BioMat. The BioMat uses far-infrared light, which is similar to sunlight without harmful radiation, and amethyst crystals to deliver heat deep into the body. The far-infrared light can penetrate 6 to 8 inches into the body. Benefits: -Reduce stress and fatigue -Relieve anxiety and promotes relaxation -Improve sleep patterns -Increase blood circulation -Improve cardiovascular health -And much more!   Learn more about BioMat

Question 2

Deep Tissue Massage

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Deep tissue massage uses firm pressure and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of muscle. Often used for chronic aches and pain such as a stiff neck, upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders.   Deep tissue massage concentrates on one specific area of the body. The pressure may continue up to thirty seconds at a time and is designed to alleviate tension that extends from a "trigger point" into an entire muscle. Benefits may last 4-14 days after a treatment.   Benefits: -Reduce muscle and joint pain -Reduce muscle tension -Increase mobility and recovery -Improve posture

Question 3

Sports Massage

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Designed to help athletes prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event, or function well during training. 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 adhesion's (knots in the muscles) and increase range of motion.   Benefits: -Improve recovery from strenuous training -Increase circulation -Increase range of motion

Question 4

Fusion Massage

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Various massage strokes that warm up and work the muscle tissue, releasing tension and breaking up muscle "knots". Fusion massage uses a variety of Swedish massage with some Lomi Lomi, Thai stretching, and passive positioning.    Benefits: -Promote relaxation -Ease muscle tension -Reduce pain & stress

Question 5

Hot Stone Massage

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Hot stone massage involves the placement of sanitized, warmed, smooth rocks upon different parts of the body.   Benefits: -Relax and relieve stress -Reduce muscle tension or improve muscle related injuries  -Improve circulation -Relieve pain and release toxins

Question 6

Rain Drop Technique

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Raindrop technique combines massage and aromatherapy to create a synergistic effect on the body. The technique involves dropping therapeutic grade essential oils on the spine, neck, and feet from about six inches above to stimulate rain drops. 
Benefits:
-Balance and realign the energy centers of the body -Reduce stress and anxiety
-Reduce inflammation and relax muscles
-Improve circulation and immunity -Emotional well being and detox   Learn more about Rain Drop Technique

Question 7

Aromatherapy

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Aromatherapy is the practice of using the natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, leaves, roots or other parts of a plant to enhance psychological and physical well-being. The inhaled aroma from these "essential" oils is widely believed to stimulate brain function. Essential oils can also be absorbed through the skin, where they travel through the bloodstream and can promote whole-body healing.   Benefits: -Increase relaxation -Improve sleep -Relieve muscle pain -Boosts energy and releases tight muscles -Reduce inflammation -Improve blood circulation   Learn more about Aromatherapy

Question 8

Prenatal Massage

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At Spa Utopia, we utilize a special massage table specifically designed for pregnant women with areas cut out for breasts and the abdomen.   Benefits: -Relax tense muscles and reduce stress -Relieve back and joint pain -Improve circulation -Reduce edema -Improve sleep

Question 9

Cupping

Accepted Answer

Cupping is the application of suction to the body. The suction causes soft tissue release, loosens & lifts connective tissue, breaks up and drains stagnation while increasing blood & lymph flow to skin & muscles in ways not possible using compression. The pulling action engages the parasympathetic nervous system which allows a deep relaxation through the entire body. It is not unusual to fall asleep during the treatment; you will be surprised at how relaxed you feel for hours and sometime days afterwards. Benefits - Pain relieve - Reduce inflammation - Improve digestive problems - Increase blood flow Add cupping to your massage for only $15.

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