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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Therapeutic massage incorporates a variety of advanced modalities that enhance the body’s natural restorative functioning. Light to firm touch is used to release tension, relax muscles, increase blood and lymph circulation, and impart a sense of calm. Therapeutic massage can be used as a collaborative, supportive addition to conventional medical treatment of illness and injury, alleviating pain and stress, aiding soft tissue healing, and revitalizing the body. Also, regular massage can enhance health, providing relaxation, release of muscle tightness, relief from anxiety and tensions, and balancing aspects of body/mind/spirit.

MODALITES/TECHNIQUES

Some of the modalities and techniques you can expect to find in your customized therapeutic massage:

  • Swedish Techniques: Effleurage, Friction, Petrissage, Tapotement, Vibration
  • Trigger Point Therapy
  • Myofascial Release
  • Neuromuscular
  • Sports

WHAT TO EXPECT

At the beginning of your first appointment, Marilyn, your massage therapist, will sit down with you and get to know you a little bit better—what sorts of things you spend your days doing, what your health history looks like, how you’re doing, what’s causing you any grief—and she’ll help you figure out in what ways her work can help you best. Your first massage is also a great opportunity for you to ask questions about anything that concerns you, or you’ve been curious about before the actual massage begins; and of course, you are welcome to ask questions at any point during the session.

  • Wear loose comfortable clothing that is easy to change in and out of.
  • If you have long hair, please tie up in a ponytail or bun, so Marilyn does not accidentally pull on your hair during the session.
  • Ladies, keep makeup to a minimum, Marilyn may need you to lie face down during the massage, and your makeup could get smudged in the face cradle.
  • Remove jewelry prior to massage, especially necklaces, bracelets, watches, earrings.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK

We DO share residence with a cat and dog. Dusty the cat is a gray tuxedo and Tucker the dog is a Great Pyranees mix. Both are super sweet and socialable.

Although neither of the pets are allowed in the treatment room, and our space is vaccumed regularly, PLEASE let us know before booking your appointment if you have an allergy or have a fear of large dogs. 

Arrangements can be made to ensure that you will not come into contact with either animal.

HOUSE CALLS

If you are quite allergic to cats or dogs, or have a condition in which you would be more comfortable at home, please inquire about the possibility of an IN-HOME MASSAGE. 

Additional Charges will apply.

OUR SERVICES/RATES

We use a number of massage techniques and modalities with our clients. Since every massage is customized according to our client’s specific goals and preferences, which techniques are actually used during a session can vary greatly from client to client—even from session to session. It all depends on what you’re hoping to accomplish with our work together, how you respond to particular techniques, and whether you find you prefer one technique over another.

  • 60 min customized massage $75
  • 90 min customized massage $100

ABOUT YOUR THERAPIST

MARILYN hails from the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs, CO.  She attended art school in Seatttle, WA, started a small book-binding business in Brooklyn, NY and learned about the amazing transformative nature of bodywork in Philadelphia, phew!

Marilyn, her husband, cat and dog relocated to Montclair, NJ in August 2015.

Marilyn is a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She received her certification from Cortiva Institute in King of Prussia, PA

Marilyn is the sole practictioner and owner of Arches Bodywork in Montclair, NJ

CONTACT US

Arches Bodywork is operated out of a private residence. All sessions are by appointment only. To inquire about a session, please feel free to call, text or email, and we will contact you at our next convenient moment.

HOURS

  • Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM