What to Expect?

Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

Term for Medical Products and Practices that is not associated with Standard Medical Care. Complementary Medicine is utilized in conjunction with Conventional Medicine. Conventional Medicine is a system of healthcare professional hold a medical degree to treat symptoms and diseases, it also means practiced by other healthcare professionals such as nurses, pharmacists, PA, and other specialty therapists. Complementary Medicine is utilized along side with Standard Medical treatments, it is also self considered as Standard Care Treatments, such as Massage Therapy, Acupunctures, physical therapy.

Types of Complementary and Alternative Medicine

The National Institute of Health complementary and alternative medicine classifies CAM into 5 categories:

* Alternative Medical Systems

* Mind-Body Interventions

* Biological Based Therapies

* Manipulative and Body Based Methods

* Energy Therapies

Massage Therapy collaborates and oversees each category :

1. Alternative Medical Systems

   1. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

      1. Dates back to 200 B.C in written form of Korea, Japan, and Vietnam each have developed their own unique versions of Traditional Medicine based on main origin : China

      2. In view of TCM : Yin and Yang is a delicate balance of inseparable forces

         1. Yin : Passive, Cold, and Slow

         2. Yang : Active, Hot, and Excited

         3. Qi : Vital Energy

Qi  : TCM health is achieved due to the internal imbalance of Yin & Yang.

Imbalance leads to the flow of blockages within our, ‘Qi,’ along blood of pathway.

Also known as Meridians in the Professional Massage Therapy Field, Types of : 

• Shiatsu

• Acupressure

• Tuina 

• Chi Nei Tsang (CNT)

Professional Massage Therapy is a Naturopathy Modality, such as: Reiki, Shiatsu, Cupping Therapy, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, and many more. Naturopathy is a healing system originating from Europe that views the Human Body naturally can heal itself.

Six Principles:

1.  The Healing Power of Nature

2. Identification and treatment of the cause of a disease

3. The concept of “first to do harm”

4. The Doctor as a Mentor (Professional Massage Therapist is not Doctors to Diagnosis, or a Pharmacist. Clients persistent on Massage Therapists as a Doctor : We Have the right to Refuse Service or may no longer be service)

5. Prevention

Professional Massage Therapy evolves around manipulative and body based methods:

The Alexander Technique : Consultation (5 to 10 minutes distributed in half pre- and post- treatment) 

Massage Treatments may incorporate:

• Bowen Technique

• Cranial Sacral Therapy

• Reflexology

• Rolfing (Structural Integration)

• Osteopathic Manipulation

Tips for Your Session

• Communicate:

Do not hesitate to express any discomfort or specific areas that need attention.

• Hydrate:

Drink plenty of water Pre-massage and Post-massage to help flush out toxins.

• Relax:

Arrive early to give yourself time to unwind before the session.

• Must Have Required Forms (visit Required Forms Tab Link) at the Scheduled Appointment, as a Walk-In, or Healthcare Professional Referral with Medical Clearance Letter due to Medical Reasons either Professional Massage Therapy Treatments is Approved or Not Approved by your Primary Care Provider or Specialist 

 Required Forms are designed to assist towards working together more easily as Healthcare Professionals, and Clients. Clients must be present Required Forms along with a Referral Clearance Letter if you are experiencing any contraindications listed on Infinity Dreamscapes Services Page or not Listed and have already consulted with your Healthcare Medical Professional Primary Care Provider or Specialist at the time of Confirmed Appointment. Forms are subject to change :

What to Expect in a most Professional Massage Therapy Customized Treatment Sessions?

• Consultation Pre and Post Treatment (5 to 10 Minutes: Remember Respect Infinity Dreamscapes Clients Schedule Appointments)
• Before the massage begins, the therapist will typically conduct a brief consultation. This might involve discussing any specific areas of tension or pain, your medical history, and your goals for the session.

Warm-Up and Preparation:

The therapist may start with light strokes to warm up the muscles and prepare them for deeper work.

Focused Techniques:

The therapist will utilize various techniques tailored to your needs. This may include techniques below that vary by each client's daily activities:

• Swedish Massage:

Using long, flowing strokes to promote relaxation.

• Deep Tissue Massage:

Targeting deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue.

• Trigger Point Therapy:

Focusing on specific points of tension within muscles.

• Myofascial Release:

Applying gentle sustained pressure to ease restrictions in the fascia.

Reassessment and Adjustments:

• Throughout the session, the therapist may check in with you to adjust pressure and techniques based on your comfort level.
• Cool Down (5-10 minutes):
• As the session concludes, the therapist may perform lighter strokes to help your body transition back to a resting state.

Post-Massage Discussion:

After the session, the therapist might discuss any findings, suggest stretches or exercises, and advise on post-massage care

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Navajo Nation Shopping Center
Infinity Dreamscapes Professional Massage Therapy
NE Corner US HWY 264 Indian Route 12   STE 11-B
Window Rock Arizona 86515

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