Massage Therapy

 

Massage Therapy is one of the oldest healing arts and is frequently used as an integral component of physical rehabilitation programs.

Massage is a drug-free, non-invasive and humanistic approach to health and healing that is based on the body's natural ability to heal itself. Massage has many physiological effects, such as:

• Relaxing and softening injured and overused muscles.

• Reducing spasms and cramping

• Increasing joint flexibility

• Reducing recovery time for strenuous workouts and eliminating subsequent pain.

• Releasing endorphins, the body's natural painkiller.

• Massage is being incorporated into treatment for chronic illness,

• Injury and recovery from surgery to control

• Relieve pain.

• Improving range of motion and decreasing discomfort for patients with low back pain.

• Increasing circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and and vital organs.

• Reducing post-surgery adhesions and edema and reducing and realigning scar tissue after healing has occurred.

• Stimulating the lymph system, the body's natural defense against toxic invaders.

There are numerous modalities of therapeutic massage and bodywork. We offer the following:

Swedish: This is the most common and well-known form of massage. Soothing and relaxing, the long, slow techniques of Swedish massage carry the intent to relax the body.


Sports Massage sessions are designed for pre- or post-event athletes of all types and take a functional approach to preparation or recovery.

Deep Tissue work affects sub-layers of muscle and connective tissue. This is helpful with chronic pain and injury rehabilitation. It is generally integrated with other techniques, as the superficial layers of muscle must first be relaxed to effectively perform deeper work.

Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle hands-on alternative medicine procedure for evaluating and enhancing the functioning of the craniosacral system, a physiological system surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Therapists use a light touch to feel the rhythmic motion of the cerebrospinal fluid, encouraging vitality and facilitating a sense of wellbeing.

Massage sessions are designed to meet your specific needs and typically incorporate more than one method. Whether it is pure relaxation, relief from muscle stiffness and soreness, or management of a chronic health issue; massage works!

Our Therapists:

Diana Goroff is a graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute, Washington, DC. She is nationally certified and licensed in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia to practice massage therapy. Massage therapy is a second career for Diana who has a Ph.D. in immunology and worked previously as a researcher and corporate executive in the field of biotechnology. Diana offers an integrated Swedish and Deep Tissue massage to create a client-centered session. She is also specializes in Craniosacral Therapy.  A resident of Chevy Chase, MD, Diana volunteers regularly for Montgomery Hospice and enjoys reading and boating.

Stephen Goroff is a native Washingtonian. He is a graduate of Potomac Massage Training Institute and is nationally certified in therapeutic massage and body work. Stephen is a registered massage practitioner in Maryland and is certified to practice massage in Washington, DC. He specializes in Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage. Stephen is a talented photographer and enjoys snow boarding, rock climbing, biking, music, movies and computers. Stephen is currently a teaching assistant at PMTI, helping to train students in Swedish massage.

Packages	1 session	3 sessions	6 sessions	10 sessions
30 minute session	$45	$125	$230	$350
1 hour session	$65	$180	$348	$530

 

**90 minute sessions are also available for $90.

Gift Certificates are available.

Have Questions?

If you have never had massage before and you have questions, or you have a specific condition you wish to discuss before scheduling an appointment, please don't hesitate to contact our therapist at the number listed below. Your comfort, your health, and your wellbeing are our concern. To make an appointment please call: (301) 585-0107. *Non-members are welcome as clients.

 

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