Hammond-Beyer Health Center/Massage Therapy

Jeff and his specialty: a relaxing massage

Gabriel and her specialty: a relaxing massage

MASSAGE THERAPY

Massage therapy can help relieve chronic pain, muscular tension, and stress. Numerous studies have shown that
massage improves circulation, reduces heart rate, and lowers blood pressure, as well as improving range of motion,
joint flexibility, and posture. Manipulating the muscles and soft tissue of the body stimulates endorphin release and
promotes the body’s self-healing.

Hammond-Beyer Health Center, P.A. offers appointments for half hour, full hour, and 1½ hour massage. All massage
therapy is performed in a professional and safe environment. Our licensed, experienced massage therapists offer
bodywork including relaxation, deep tissue massage, sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, Somato-Emotional
Release, reflexology, CranioSacral therapy, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, hot rock therapy, and Reiki (please
see descriptions below). Some health insurance plans cover massage therapy for specific conditions. Gift certificates
are also available.

Hammond-Beyer Health Center’s licensed massage therapists include:

Jeff Callis, LMT, NCBTMB, SC License No. 3067
Tracy Christian, LMT, SC License No. 5454
Casey Ergle, LMT, SC License No. 4888
David Lacher, LMT, SC License No. 5010
Gabriel Serbadzija, LMT, SC License No. 1176
Arlean Tessler, CST, LMT, NCBTMB, SC License No. 2895
Forrest Wicks, LMT, NCBTMB, SC License No. 2859
Jennifer L. S. Wicks, NCBTMB, SC License No. 3450

Related Links:
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
FAQ Massage Techniques and Related Terms

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Deep-tissue massage utilizes slow strokes and direct pressure applied to the muscles using fingers, thumbs or elbows.
Deep-tissue massage reaches the connective tissue (fascia) to release tension, reverse the effects of stress, and
relieve chronic pain.

SPORTS MASSAGE
Sports massage is both preventative and therapeutic. It is used for athletes during warm ups, training, and
competition to treat and aid in the prevention of injuries as well as to improve flexibility, range of motion, and
performance.

NEUROMUSCULAR THERAPY
Neuromuscular therapy is applied to specific muscles to increase blood flow, release knots of muscle tension, and
relieve pressure on nerves.

SOMATO-EMOTIONAL RELEASE
The body often retains the emotional imprint of physical trauma. The therapist works to release these long-held,
intense feelings stored in the tissues of the body through imaging, dialogue, and bodywork.

REFLEXOLOGY
Applying appropriate pressure to specific points on the feet, which correspond to specific organs in the body,
stimulates the flow of energy throughout the body and promotes relaxation.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
CST addresses restrictions in the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that
surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a light touch, the CST practitioner evaluates the pulsing
rhythm of the patient’s craniosacral system to detect and correct imbalances. Beneficial for infants, children and
adults, CranioSacral Therapy improves the functioning of the central nervous system.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
This approach works to release tight connective tissue by applying gentle pressure to the restricted areas. MFR can
help with chronic pain, headaches, and stress-related illnesses.

TRIGGER POINT
Trigger points are areas of soft tissue in the body characterized by pain, tightness, and tenderness. The therapist
seeks to identify trigger points, then use positioning, stretching, and manipulation to release them. Trigger Point
therapy can help break the cycle of muscle spasms.

HOT ROCK THERAPY
Stones are heated and then placed on strategic areas of the body to soften tissues, increase circulation and provide
comfort and relaxation.

REIKI
Reiki refers to universal or spiritually-guided life-force energy in conjunction with bodywork. A Reiki practitioner
seeks to correct energy imbalances in the body to restore good health.

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