Melanie Cox, Healing Hands Massage Therapy Dripping Springs

Melanie's medical background as a Licensed Practical Nurse combined with her Massage Therapy training, her B.S. in Psychology from University of Texas and Abilene Christian University and extensive knowledge of botanicals and their effects enables her to offer each client a singular experience and a sensitive and individualized massage treament in a serene and private setting. Melanie's goal being to assist the body in healing itself... Body, Mind and Spirit.

Certified by the National Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, Melanie may use one or several of the following massage techniques, depending on the needs and preferences of each client.

Reflexology ~ uses pressure on points on the feet and hands which
correspond to specific muscles, organs glands, and bones. Breaking up the congestion helps the nerves to relax, allowing blood and nerve impulses to flow more freely.
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy ~ reduces swelling, detoxifyes the body, and
can alleviate chronic pain and headaches by activating fluid circulation and stimulating the immune system.
Deep tissue massage ~ releases chronic patterns of muscular tension
using fingers, thumbs,and elbows. Greater pressure is applied relative to Swedish massage.
Swedish Massage ~ uses gliding, rolling, kneading and circular strokes,
as well as percussion and vibration.
Aashiatsu Massage ~ "Ahh..shiatsu" might be the more proper way to spell aahshiatsu. It means "foot pressure". It is a form of barefoot massage, using a table with bars overhead and applied lotion.

	Promotes muscle relaxation
	Relieves pain by releasing endorphins, the body's own narcotic substance
	Promotes drainage of sinus cavities by loosening fluids
	Strenghtens the immune system

	Increases mental clarity, energy and performance
	Restores healthy function after injury or trauma resulting from injury or immobilization
	Improves muscle and skin tone
	Increases flexibility

The Healing Capacity of Massage Therapy: