Jennifer Monro Massage
Jennifer Monro is a nationally certified massage therapist. She trained at Irene’s Myomassology Institute of Southfield. Jennifer enjoys learning and devotes countless hours to the study of massage therapy. Jennifer uses an integrated approach. By borrowing from a myriad of techniques she is able to perform a unique massage specifically tailored to each of her clients needs. Her calm and reassuring presence combine with a passion for her craft yielding a deep level of relaxation that allows her clients feel renewed She is following her dedication to prenatal massage and is attaining a Massage Doula certification from the Institute of Somatic Therapy.
Monday Evenings - 6:00-7:00 and 7:15-8:15
Tuesday Mornings - 8:00-9:00, 9:15-10:15, and 10:30-11:30
Wednesday Evenings - 6:00-7:00 and 7:15-8:15
Thursday Evenings - 6:00-7:00 and 7:15-8:15
Friday - 10:00-11:00, 11:15-12:15, 1:00-2:00, 2:15-3:15, 3:30-4:30, and 4:45-5:45
Saturday - 10:00-11:00, 11:15-12:15, 1:00-2:00, and 2:15-3:15
MASSAGE vs. STRESS
The danger of stress is that in our society we are encouraged to “just deal with it”. This creates a problem because the brain has the ability to differentiate between stressors, but the rest of the body does not. For example, many people feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities in the work place. Often, people feel as though someone else is trying to out-perform them. This can create a sense of worry or stress. As a person “just deals with it”, the systems of the body interpret the stress as a fight or flight situation. This is bad because these systems conserve energy so that the body can be ready to fight or fly. “Just dealing with it” is, for many, the only choice available. It is important that these people employ stress management tools, like massage.
Massage has a wide variety of effects and benefits. Massage not only feels good and helps people to relax, but it also makes many contributions toward a healthy body.
-The Cardiovascular System-
- Encourages the proper circulation of the fluids of the body
- Increases proper blood flow which provides more oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the body
- Promotes the efficient disposal of waste products
- Reduces the stress on the heart muscles
-The Respiratory System-
- Can potentially increase the respiratory ability of the body
- Encourages a slow, deep breathing rate
- Increase in absorption of oxygen and elimination of carbon dioxide
-The Digestive System-
- Abdominal Massage encourages the smooth muscle of the viscera to function properly
- Foot or hand reflexology can aid digestion and encourage peristalsis
- Encourages proper assimilation of nutrients and elimination of wastes
-Lymphatic System-
- Aids the movement of lymph throughout the body
- Movements from the periphery inward increases lymph flow
- Allows the body to more quickly process and eliminate wastes and toxins
-The Nervous System-
- Stimulation of peripheral nerves encourages relaxation throughout the body
- Mechanical manipulation of muscle frees nerve impingements reducing pain along the nerve pathways
TECHNIQUES & MODALITIES
Jennifer uses a wide variety of techniques and modalities. This allows her to evaluate each client and incorporate the techniques that will yield the best result. Some of the techniques that she uses are…
- Swedish
- Deep Tissue
- Thai Massage
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatments
- Hot Stone Massage
- Prenatal Massage
- Seated Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Trigger Point Manipulation
- Muscle Mechanics
- Cranial Sacral Therapy
- Reflexology
- Energy Work
- One Hour Massage- $50.00
This massage will promote general relaxation while providing extra attention to a few areas of concern. This massage can be performed at any depth of pressure.
-Prenatal Massage- $50.00
This massage provides one hour of nurturing touch to the mother-to-be. Jennifer concentrates on relieving low back pain, shoulder and neck tension as well as calf cramping. The massage will be tailored to the specific needs of each client.
-Hot Stone Massage- $75.00
Experience the deepest form of relaxation. Hot stones are said to relieve even the deepest of tension within the body.
-Carpal Tunnel Treatment- $45.00
This 45 minute treatment concentrates on the areas most affected by the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. A series of treatments will concentrate on removing trigger points and breaking myofascial binds.
-Table Modified Thai Massage- $75.00
Enjoy the benefits of massage while fully clothed. Jennifer will perform a series of compressions, stretches, and rocking movements. This massage will leave the client feeling as if they have just practiced yoga.
If you have any questions about massage therapy please feel free to contact Jennifer. She will be happy to answer any questions that you might have regarding your condition and the effects of massage therapy.
Thank you!
Jennifer Monro
JenniferLMonro@gmail.com
248-459-4203
This information has been adapted from “The Science and Practice of Myomassology, Irene Simonen Gauthier, Fifth Edition. Photos courtesy of ABMP