On This Page: Description of Services, Swedish, Therapeutic,
  Integrated, Lymphatic Drainage, Body Scrub, Hot Stone

Description of Services

CSHA students participating in the student massage clinic have completed all but the last quarter of their studies. This is still a learning process and constructive feedback throughout the massage is appreciated. A few minutes of your time will be required to fill out a student evaluation form after your session.

Types of Massage Offered

• Swedish
• Therapeutic
• Integrated
• Spa Treatments
  • Hot Stone Massage with Lymphatic Drainage
  • Body Scrub with Spa Reflexology
  • Hot Wraps with Neck and Shoulder Massage

Swedish: Swedish or traditional massage is a combination of various movements and strokes on the body. Swedish strokes vary in depth and rhythm according to the results sought, including stimulation, relaxation and rehabilitation. They also take into account such factors as age, health status, strength and certain conditions. It is popular in health spas and sports clubs. Persons suffering from stress, decreased circulation and muscle fatigue often find relief from this modality.

Therapeutic: Therapeutic massage includes deep tissue, neuromuscular, and various hydrotherapy techniques. It intervenes in the cycle developed by trauma and/or injury, soft tissue dysfunction and lack of movement often accompanied by pain. Therapeutic massage is often used in chiropractic offices and medical massage clinics.

Integrated: This approach uses a variety of the above methods. The student will also blend the styles he or she knows and then design the massage for the individual client. CSHA offers many different massage modalities in the student’s training. The student may incorporate one or more of these methods into the client’s individual massage session.

Spa Treatments

Hot Stone Massage with Lymphatic Drainage: Warm, smooth basalt stones are employed by the therapist to warm and relax the tissues. The warmth of the stones melts away tension and prepares the muscles for the benefits of a deeper massage. The session includes a lymphatic drainage treatment to the face and neck to reduce edema and clear the sinuses. Aromatherapy oils are used to complement the treatment for one of the most relaxing massage experiences ever!

Body Scrub with Spa Reflexology: Spa Clinic students will offer a variety of exfoliating treatments designed to stimulate circulation, remove cellular debris, remineralize and nourish the skin and increase vitality. These treatments include a complimentary reflexology treatment to enhance the sense of well-being.

Body Wraps with Neck and Shoulder Massage: Combat the aging effects of the Colorado altitude and sun with one of our relaxing and nourishing Body Wraps. Choose between wraps that detoxify, firm or hydrate:

• Herbal Wrap: Warm towels are infused with a relaxing blend of chamomile, lavender, mint and rose to calm and nourish the skin (Weeks 1-9)
• European Rose Body Mud: Deeply hydrating natural rose clay from the province region of France draws out impurities while rose oils balance and replenish the skin. (Weeks 3-9)
• Black Baltic Mud Wrap: Improves skin texture and detoxifies using a combination of minerals and organic plant materials. (Weeks 5-9)
• Firmi Sea Mud: Utilizes rich concentrations of algae, minerals and vitamins from seaweed harvested off the coast of France to firm, stimulate and tone the skin. (Weeks 7-9)

These treatments include a complimentary neck and shoulder massage guaranteed to leave you relaxed and glowing!