Integrative Therapeutic Massage
Massage Therapist in Chicago, IL
Mary has been practicing as a bodyworker for nearly 10 years. She holds advanced certifications in Myofascial Therapy and Precision Neuromuscular Therapy (PNMT) both of which feature a strong focus on structural analysis, an important assessment tool in ITM massage sessions. As a long distance runner, Mary has a special affinity and passion for working with athletes and sports enthusiasts - endurance athletes in particular - possessing a 1st-hand understanding of common injuries and pain problems inherent with these sports activities. In addition to massage therapy, Mary's background is grounded in energy work. She has been practicing as a Reiki Master and Teacher since 2001 and often complements massage sessions with Reiki, a form of energy healing.
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Integrative Therapeutic Massage
read moreGet Back to Pain Free! You have a life to live, and you don't have to live it with pain. Are you a marathon runner or endurance athlete recovering from an injury? Do you experience chronic jaw, neck or low back pain? Is it increasingly uncomfortable to work at your computer? Are you a professional musician struggling with pain in your arms and hands? Is muscular discomfort, pain or stiffness limiting what you do and how you do it? Then Integrative Therapeutic Massage may be appropriate for you.
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read moreNeuromuscular Massage Therapy (NMT) is at the center of our therapeutic massage offerings, but sessions may also incorporate Myofascial Release, a slow stretching or tractioning of the body's connective tissue known as fascia, Precision Muscular Mobilization, a specific and highly effective method of stretching, as well as Precision Neural Mobilization, a gentle and very specific approach to identifying and working with neural entrapments and compressions in the body. Depending on your needs and session goals, massage therapy sessions may also integrate elements of stabilization bodywork, the relaxing touch of Swedish massage, and the energy healing of Reiki.
Testimonials
read moreI cannot say enough about Integrative Therapeutic Massage. Mary is a model of professional excellence. Prior to meeting with Mary, I had progressive shoulder pain and difficulty using my right arm to complete everyday tasks. Even opening doors and shifting gears while driving the car became hard. Working with Mary, my shoulder improved tremendously. In addition, I gained awareness of influencing factors. Every session with Mary was productive. She is also the nicest person you will ever meet. After the last Chicago Marathon, I started developing knee pain and intense cramping in my lower leg.
Reiki Relaxation Massage
read moreA great option when you need to unwind and take a break from life's stresses, ITM's signature Reiki Relaxation Massage is a full-body massage intended to calm the nervous system, reduce emotional and physical stress, and release muscular tension. Other tangible benefits include increased circulation and improved muscle flexibility. Depending on your needs, ITM will incorporate the gentle gliding and kneading strokes of Swedish Massage with various deep tissue techniques on those areas experiencing specific pain or tightness.
Sports Massage
read moreMassage can be highly beneficial for those who regularly push the physical limits of their bodies through sports activities. Regardless of whether you're a professional athlete or an avid sports enthusiast, massage can help bring out your peak performance. In general, sports massage falls into three primary categories: maintenance, event and clinical. Maintenance massage occurs throughout the training season, as well as in off-season training, to help athletes stay free from injuries and maintain peak performance.
Neuromuscular Massage Therapy
read moreAt Integrative Therapeutic Massage there is a strong focus on working with those experiencing muscular discomfort and pain. Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) - sometimes referred to as clinical massage or medical massage - is an effective and well-recognized means of providing relief from soft tissue pain problems. Adding to its elusive nature is the fact that the area where you hurt and experience discomfort is not necessarily the source of your muscular pain problem. For example, trigger points - small, hypersensitive spots in muscles - are important factors contributing to soft tissue pain.
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