As you may have noticed in recent weeks, the Hunterdon Medical Center will be moving in the space next to the Pilates Studio. With this space, the medical center will be offering a number of different types of massage services. Massage types include Medical Massage, Sports Massage, Relaxation Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Tui Na, Myofascial and Trigger point Massage, Structural Integration, Pregnancy: pre and post natal massage, Hot stone Therapy, and Aroma therapy. They will have the ability to help people with specific concerns and also provide a peaceful environment for stress reduction and relaxation.
How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points. Acupuncture is empirically proven effective in the treatment of specific disorders. When balance is disturbed due to trauma, poor diet, medications, stress, hereditary conditions, environmental factors, or emotional issues, pain and/or illness results. We use sterilized packaged disposable needles. The amount of treatments needed depends on the duration, severity, and nature of each individual’s complaint. Many acute conditions may only require a single treatment, whereas some degenerative conditions may require more than one treatment.
Herbal Medicine and Essential Oils:
Chinese herbal medicine prescribes natural herbs or Essential Oils based on a complex science of physiology and pathology. Each herb prescription has a specific interaction with the body. Herbs can be prescribed in conjunction with any service but are always optional.
Massage Therapy:
Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage), Medical Massage using Deep Tissue, Myofascial and Trigger Point Release, Pregnancy Massage (Pre and Post Natal) are offered.
Reiki:
Reiki is a Japanese technique that can be used for stress reduction and relaxation. Reiki therapy utilizes spiritual or universal energy to assist the healing process. During a “hands-on treatment” the practitioner places his or her hands on the clients body (the client remains fully dressed lying comfortably on a massage table) and allows Reiki (universal energy) to assist in the healing. The client will usually experience relaxation and peacefulness and may feel warmth and other very subtle pleasant sensations. A session generally will last about 40 minutes, but can be done in as little as 15 or as much as 60 minutes. Reiki is used along with mainstream medicine to contribute to a person’s overall sense of well-being.”
If you have any questions about the massage services soon to be offered at HealthQuest, please contact Ashley at (908)-788-2572