A simple massage can be a wonderful experience, if only for the pure pleasure it affords and the relaxed, energized state you're in after the session. A therapeutic massage from 1401 Hair Designs & Massage Therapy can deliver added benefits, including relief from ongoing health issures or chronic pain. In addition to traditional massage techniques, 1401 Hair Designs and Massage Therapy offers these specialized forms of therapeutic massage: Craniosacral Massage Therapy is a specialized massage technique using a gentle touch, applying slight, yet specific pressure on the spine, skull and cranial sutures. This light touch can enhance the body's natural healing capabilities, as the masseuse takes her cues from the body's responses. The resulting touches and pressures help the body to release temporary restrictions and enable the body to utilize its normal, self-correcting techniques. Myofascial Release is another very effective hands-on massage technique, using sustained pressure to eliminate pain and restore range of motion. The fascia is a specialized system of the body, covering and penetrating every muscle, bone, nerve, blood vessel and internal organ. When we experience physical trauma, scarring or inflammation, the fascia may lose its suppleness, and its ability to support the body. As the fascia tightens, it can inhibit movement and trigger pain. As the massage therapist applies pressure to specific points, this tightness can be released, easing symptoms and restoring a fuller range of body motion. Reflexology, originally called "zone therapy," is not to be confused with traditional massage. Reflexology involves applying pressure to the feet and hands without oils or lotions. The premise is that specific areas of the feet and hands correspond to specific zones of the body. Stimulating these pressure points can reflexively trigger an anesthetic effect on these areas of the body, often providing relief from health problems or ailments. NOTE: No specific health claims are implied or intended, nor should massage be substituted for any prescribed medical advice or treatment. When in doubt about whether you should schedule a massage, please consult your physician. Contact 1401 Hair Designs and Massage Therapy on Pennsylvania Avenue in Wilmington, Delaware, at (302) 655-1401 to schedule an appointment with a certified massage therapist or to learn more about our hair salon. | 
