ZenDana of Albuquerque

read moreDeep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders.

When there is chronic muscle tension or injury, there are usually adhesions (bands of painful, rigid tissue) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Adhesions can block circulation and cause pain, limited movement, and inflammation. Deep tissue massage works by physically breaking down these adhesions to relieve pain and restore normal movement. To do this, the massage therapist often uses direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles.

read moredoTERRA, the worlds primary provider of Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils, has developed a revolutionary technique for applying essential oils for whole body benefitsthe AromaTouch Technique. This technique, created by doTERRAs Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Hill, provides massage therapists, healthcare professionals, and individuals with a clinical approach to essential oil application.

read moreSwedish massage flushes lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes from the tissues and promotes early recovery from muscular strain. It increases blood circulation without straining the load on the heart. It stretches the ligaments and tendons and keeps them supple and pliable. Swedish Massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and simultaneously soothes the nerves. It reduces both emotional and physical stress, and therefore it is recommended in a regular stress management program. It has many additional specific medical uses.

read moreOUTSTANDING! Dana is very knowledgeable and professional.

read moreThere's no denying the power of therapeutic massage. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen. Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress.

read moreWhen most people think of "massage" it is actually the techniques of Swedish massage that come to their minds, whether or not they know it as Swedish Massage. In addition to the techniques described below, I excel at a form of intensive stretching known as "Swedish Gymnastics". With this technique, I move your various joints though the available range of motion. The goal is to restore range of motion, reduce pain, maintain health, and stretch muscles. Swedish massage increases the oxygen flow in the blood and releases toxins from the muscles.