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Oncology Massage

It’s been a busy Spring, which is good for time in the treatment room, but not for writing. So much for my plans to write about general policies, some of the modalities I offer, or special events I’m excited about! I have time now, since I arrived early in Minnesota for the Society for Oncolgy Massage’s Healing Summit 2023. Oncology modifications are one of the things I’ve planned to write a bit about, so now seems like the perfect time to do that.

So…

What is oncology massage?
It’s massage, provided by a massage therapist trained in the impact of cancer and cancer treatment, and how to adapt for current, short-term, long-term, and late-onset reactions.

Who can benefit?
Anyone with cancer (at any phase,) anyone who has had cancer treatment, and anyone with a loved one with cancer.

How is it different?
In the areas unaffected, it might be the same as regular massage. In areas affected (either regionally or for the entire body) it may involve lighter to no pressure, a slower pace, or special techniques like gentle acupressure or Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Positioning may be different, depending on your needs or preferences.

Why is it important?
Have you ever felt sore or tired after massage? Your body needed support, not demanding methods. Some treatments leave you at risk for side effects that might not appear for years (if at all.) A therapist with oncology massage training has been taught to adapt in the short and long term, to minimize risk, and to not overload affected areas. Whether you’re out there running marathons, or you’re fatigued by daily routine, I’ll adapt either the whole massage or just parts of it so you can keep doing what you’re doing, without making things worse.

Where can I get more information?
You can contact me directly for more information about my training and experience with oncology massage. You can also find information about the Society for Oncology Massage client resources here:
https://www.s4om.org/clients/

I’ll be in lectures, classes, and discussions throughout the weekend, so I might be slow to reply in the short term. I’ll be back in the office on April 26th, 2023, and hope to see you soon, for whatever kind of session is right for you.

Special Workshop Offering 2/26/2023

massage therapy, self-care

Eco & Indigo Scarves

Eco-print Workshop

Eco-print Twin Scarves

Special Offering!

Creative Self-Care
An Eco-printing and Massage Workshop
Sunday, February 26, 10am-4pm
Body Insight Wellbeing Catalyst, LLC partnering with
Eco & Indigo Fiber Arts
and Rebecca Thomas Ruiz LMT
101 FM 3237 #4, Wimberley

$150, with Massage $225
Early Bird pricing before Feb. 18
After Feb. 18, $180 or $270 with Massage

Are you ready for some radical self-care? Spend a morning engaging your creativity in a circle of women and co-creating with silk and the plant spirits. Then, while the scarves are cooking, you have the option to treat yourself to a relaxing massage! In the afternoon, celebrate the beauty of your co-creation and honor the collective beauty in the circle. Relaxing, enlivening and rejuvenating! What fun!

Unrolling our bundles, we discover a unique treasure every time! Mystery, surprise and beauty greet us as the essence of the leaves and flowers reveal themselves to us.

Hands-on experience
A day of creative play just for you
An option for a massage by Alaria Godwin, LMT or Rebecca Thomas-Ruiz LMT
Co-create with the plant spirits
Discover your own Inner Artist
Renew your connection with Mother Earth
We will work with previously botanical dyed silk scarves
Scarves dyed with marigolds, onion skins, cochineal and logwood
You will leave with one or two 8″x72″ Eco-printed silk scarves
You can make a “twin” for $50 extra and double your value
See pic below for an example of “twins”
All materials provided
No previous art experience needed
Eco & Indigo Fiber Arts silk scarves will be available for purchase

Workshop space is limited, and massage will not be available for each participant. If you’d like to secure your massage during the workshop, please Contact me or call (512)718-9815 to register before they’re all booked!

Customized Massage Therapy Sessions

You know what massage therapy is (or if you don’t and you run a search, you’ll probably find the same things repeated over and over.) What makes massage therapy at Body Insight Wellbeing Catalyst, LLC unique? To start, my initial massage training included detailed study of the regions of the body.

So what does that mean for you?

If you need a whole hour on just one forearm, I can do that. The same goes for your upper arm, shoulder joint, lower or upper leg, hip, abdomen, or section of the spine. Yes, there really can be that much to do in a small area of the body!

If you want to address one issue, I can focus where you feel discomfort and support the muscles that contribute to that challenge. While there’s a good chance all the major muscles of your body would benefit from massage, if you don’t want me to work on your legs because it’s your neck that’s hurting (or vice versa,) I’ll focus where you want.

I’ve heard from clients who’ve requested focused massage and the therapist spent perhaps 10 minutes in the area that brought them in in the first place. I promise you, that will not happen at Body Insight LLC.

In depth study of anatomy, physiology, and the actual application of massage was part of my first certification program. While we had a final practical (hands-on) exam for each level of training, there was no protocol to follow to show we could follow “the sequence.” I spent several years working in an integrative clinic, where many of my clients were referred for sessions to support their physical therapy or chiropractic sessions. Continuing education, independent study, and over 20 years of full time professional experience filled out the rest.

If you want a fully customized massage, that’s one of my strengths.

On the flip side, if you just want to relax, or you don’t want to make any decisions, I can offer that, too. It’s your session!

Schedule With Us

Our offerings range from anatomically based deep tissue massage, to Manual Lymphatic Drainage, to cupping therapy, to remote energy work. With over 20 years of experience and continuing education, Alaria customizes each session to your body and goals.\

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