Massage Therapists near Topsham, ME
Hedy Blauvelt
Massage Therapist, BA, LMT
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to reduce pain in this world, 1 person at a time.
-by providing nurturing touch to depressed individuals.
-helping athletes perform better and recover more quickly thru sports massage and active stretching. e.g. tennis or golfers elbow, runners leg and foot pain
-relieve neck and shoulder pain such as those from car accidents, arthritis or work.
-help contractors who need a hitch in their shoulder relieved or lower back pain eased.
--help relieve those with hip and leg pain to improve their mobility.
My goal is to reduce pain in this world, 1 person at a time.
-by providing nurturing touch to depressed individuals.
-helping athletes perform better and recover more quickly thru sports massage and active stretching. e.g. tennis or golfers elbow, runners leg and foot pain
-relieve neck and shoulder pain such as those from car accidents, arthritis or work.
-help contractors who need a hitch in their shoulder relieved or lower back pain eased.
--help relieve those with hip and leg pain to improve their mobility.
Unwind In Time LLC
Massage Therapist, LMT, LPTA
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Melissa Roope is a Myofascial Release therapist trained by John F. Barnes. Myofascial release is a type of manual therapy that assists in relieving or eliminating pain in soft tissue. Melissa began her training in MFR in 1994, and is now an advanced practitioner.
Melissa Roope is a Myofascial Release therapist trained by John F. Barnes. Myofascial release is a type of manual therapy that assists in relieving or eliminating pain in soft tissue. Melissa began her training in MFR in 1994, and is now an advanced practitioner.
Mindy Ray
Massage Therapist, LMT
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04103
If you are struggling because you have pain issues, difficulty sleeping, or are undergoing mental and emotional stress, massage therapy may bring you the relief you seek. I have helped many people with a wide array of issues--people with very physical jobs, people who sit all day, athletes, people who have undergone great physical traumas and surgeries--the benefits of massage therapy are far reaching. In addition to resolving pain issues, massage therapy promotes deep relaxation and a sense of well being. As your body releases tension, your mind becomes more peaceful.
If you are struggling because you have pain issues, difficulty sleeping, or are undergoing mental and emotional stress, massage therapy may bring you the relief you seek. I have helped many people with a wide array of issues--people with very physical jobs, people who sit all day, athletes, people who have undergone great physical traumas and surgeries--the benefits of massage therapy are far reaching. In addition to resolving pain issues, massage therapy promotes deep relaxation and a sense of well being. As your body releases tension, your mind becomes more peaceful.
Who can practice massage in Topsham?
Most states have licensing requirements that must be met before a practitioner (a 'masseuse' or 'masseur') can use the title 'Massage Therapist', and some states require a license to practice any form of massage. Licensed Massage Therapists in Topsham have obtained the highest level of authentication. They must complete academic coursework in anatomy and physiology, as well as on the application of massage and bodywork, business and ethics, and specialized massage techniques. The Topsham LMT must then pass a certification exam.
What are the benefits of Topsham massage?
Clients use massage in Topsham because it relieves pain from muscle aches and sprains, muscle injuries and other causes of pain. It reduces stress and helps clients relax, and can decrease feelings of anxiety and depression by stimulating the release of endorphins and serotonin. Massage therapy in Topsham can help prevent fibrosis or scar tissue, increase the flow of lymph, and improve sleep. Topsham massage therapy can help rehabilitate sports injuries.
How does massage work?
Massage involves working and acting on the body using pressure from the hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearm, or feet of the massage therapist. The Topsham massage therapist focuses on muscles, tendons, ligaments, myofacia, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, or organs of the gastrointestinal system.