medical massage
Medical massage employs a relaxed hand technique referred to as the "soft hand". This allows deep tissue penetration without causing discomfort or exacerbating the patient's condition. This system of massage therapy recognizes that the joint complex and soft tissue structures, especially ligaments, are the primary sites of chronic pain and dysfunction. More Info »
Medical massage is applied as manual therapy to the specific area and the primary pathology of the patient's chief complaint. It is delivered to an anatomical region based on soft tissue and joint findings after diagnostic palpation. It involves several progressive stages of treatment which attempt to correct abnormal conditions affecting the joint complex.
In addition, therapeutic exercise, physio-therapeutic modalities and patient education are combined within a treatment plan that identifies the appropriate regularity and duration of a therapy program. Massage and manual therapy are not simply techniques; they are a combination of education, training, experience, humility, dedication and intuition, expresses through the miraculous human hand.
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Presented by Leah Grace at ie3
1st Thursday of Every month at 6:00pm
Energy Therapy Classes Provided by the Asian Center at ie3
September 25, 2008
QIGONG THERAPY TRAINING IS DIRECTED TO:
Individuals who wish to practice Qigong in order to engage the natural healing system, develop their creativity and talents, and enhance human potential.
Children are able to develop self-discipline and manage their attention in order to maximize learning.
People who are suffering from chronic diseases & pain that wish to have new self through self-care.
Douglas K. Chung, MSW, MA, Ph.D., LMSW
Executive Director of The Asian Center
Dr. Chung, a professor of Social Work at Grand Valley State University.
2009 Schedule
PQQD Wisdom Qigong $240
Jan.14-Apr. 8, 2009 (wed) 7:15-8:45 pm,
Meridian Therapy $240
Jan.14-Apr. 8, 2009, (wed0 7:15-8:45 pm,
Tai Chi for Arthritis $240
Jan. 31-Mar.28, 2009 (SAT) 9:00-10:15am
Intro to Chinese Culture $240
Jan. 31-Mar.28, 2009 (SAT) 10:30-12:00
Pre-request Chinese language: Able to communicate in Mandarin or Cantonese.
Register at the Asian Center today. Or contact Dr. Chung by email, chungd@gvsu.edu.
The Asian Center
1444 Michigan Street NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Phone 616-310-3987
Fax 616-301-6937
Website: www.asian-center.org
available therapies
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Manipulation of soft tissue to decrease pain and inflammation.
- Manual Therapy
- Utilizing the bone to create/restore mobility in joints.
- Scenar
- Biofeedback tool used to relieve pain and decrease inflammation.
- Lomi'ili'ili
- Hawaiian hot stones massage.
- Chiropractic
- Not availible at this time.
- Reiki
- Works to balance four levels: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.
- Cranial Sacral
- Gentle effective form of treatment that addresses a variety of central nervous system disorders.
- Tui-Na
- Massage and acupressure based on traditional Chinese medicine.
- Ayurvedic Consulting
- Uses pulse, facial, and tongue diagnosis to bring an individual into balance.
other services
- Onsite Corporate Events
- Focus on target areas to educate employees and increase comfort and sense of vitality. Raise office morale.
- Arbonne Retail
- Consultant ID#10795129
20% off in-store purchase
practitioners
- Christine Sharp, Owner
- MMT-P, MH, CCN
(616) 318-0648
More Info…Provides Manual Therapy, Herbal and Whole Food Counseling and Cranial Sacral Treatments.
- Suzanne Brown
- BS, MMT, Lomi'ili'ili
(616) 745-1692
More Info…Provides Massage Therapy, Scenar Treatments and Hawaiian Hot Stones Lomi’ ili’ ili’.
- Jana Kilgore
- BS, MH, CCN, MMT
(616) 304-5650
More Info…Provides Massage Therapy, Ayurvedic Counseling, Reiki, and Private Yoga Sessions.
- Adele Noel
- MMT-P, HHP
(616) 318-4402
More Info…Provides Manual Therapy, Whole food and Herbal Counseling. She also makes Tinctures, Hand Lotion, Lip Balm and Natural Soaps.
- Maria Wordelman
- CMT
(616) 915-9628
More Info…Provides Relaxation and Sports Massage.
- Leah Grace
- CMT, LST, CLC, CELC
(616) 813-8601
More Info…- 7 years experience
- Deep Tissue Energy Balancing
- 75 minute sessions for $100
Leah works deep into the energies and tissue of the body to release blocks and restriction, restoring balance to your body & mental/emotional life. She also does life coaching and holds small community classes.
- Brian Janisse
- MMT-P
(616) 819-8323
More Info…- 3 years experience
Brian works as a manual massage therapist and a Reiki practitioner.
Rates are $50 per hour $25 per half hour.
- Emilie Smith CMT
- Deep Tissue & Pregnancy Massage
571-594-3649
More Info…Training at the National Massage Therapy Institute in Falls Church, Virginia. She has 2 years experience and Loves helping people feel better through massage.
- Brenda Tien CMT
- Massage Therapy & Cranial Sacral
269-267-6533
More Info…Brenda was trained at the Kalamazoo Center for the Healing Arts. She has 5 years experience and loves working with people to help them feel better.
Prices and hours may vary.
location
We are located at 1514 Wealthy St SE, on the second floor (at the back of the building). The entrance and parking are off of Norwood in the rear. An elevator is now available. View a map and get driving directions (via Google Maps).