Massage

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is available to faculty, staff and students by a licensed certified massage therapist in Loyola.

Appointments
Call Health Services at (508) 793-2276 to schedule a 30 or 60 minute appointment.

Cost
The cost is $25 for 30 min.and $40 for 60 min. Hot stone massage is available for $50 for 60 min.

Dates
Massage is now available beginning Sept. 12, 2011 for faculty, staff and students.

Payment
Cash payment is preferred but credit cards are also accepted. Crusader Cards are not accepted. Gratuities are appreciated.

Massage is a natural alternative for maintaining health and vitality within the body.

Some of the benefits of massage:
Physical:
• relaxes the body
• calms the nervous system
• lowers the blood pressure
• loosens tight muscles
• reduces chronic pain
• improves skin tone
• increases circulation
• relieves tired and achey muscles
• improves muscle tone
• increases flexibility
• speeds recovery from injuries and illnesses
• reduces tension headaches
Mental:
• reduces stress
• promotes better sleep
• induces mental relaxation
• improves concentration
Emotional
• reduces anxiety
• enhances self-image
• provides a feeling of well being
• promotes greater creative expression

Hot Stone Massage

Hot stone massage is a specialty massage that combines massage using smooth, heated stones and the therapeutic qualities of essential oils. The stones are often basalt, a black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well. It is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage. The heat helps the body to improve energy flow and the oils improve the structural alignment of the body.

What happens during a hot stone massage?

* Before you arrive, the massage therapist sanitizes the stones and heats them in 120 and 150 degree water.
* The therapist might also leave heated stones in specific points along your spine, or in the palms of your hand, or even between your toes to improve the flow of energy in your body.
* If you have inflammation or muscle injury, cold stones are sometimes used.

How much does a hot stone massage cost?
* $50 for 60 minutes

What you need to know about hot stone massage:
* The therapist uses many stones of various shapes and sizes.
* The heat of the stones helps muscles release more quickly than in traditional massage.
* You should speak up if the stones are too warm or the pressure too intense.