Our massage therapy department is designed to compliment our chiropractic, spinal decompression, clinical nutrition 
and acupuncture departments. Patients often have a soft tissue component to their condition and our highly skilled therapy team utilizes a variety of techniques to treat the problem.
An increasing number of research studies show massage reduces heart rate, lowers blood pressure, increases blood circulation and lymph flow, relaxes muscles, improves range of motion, and increases endorphins. Although therapeutic massage does not increase muscle strength, it can stimulate weak, inactive muscles and, thus partially compensate for the reduced exercise and activity that occurs with illness or injury.
South West Health Massage Staff
Jaemie Ashworth, C.M.T
Jaemie Ashworth is a California State Certified Professional Therapeutic and Sports Massage Therapist. She is a product of renowned Western Institute of Neuromuscular Therapy’s 1,000 hour program and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
As an avid cyclist, Jaemie Ashworth knows first hand the benefits of therapeutic massage. Jaemie has been actively involved with the Multiple Sclerosis Society's MS150 Bike Tour for many years, both as a participant and as a post-ride massage therapist. Combining a passion for sports medicine with her experience as an athlete, Jaemie brings a balanced approach to the treatment of muscular disorders and injuries.
Jaemie utilizes many massage techniques and will tailor them to address your individual muscular issue including; Trigger Point Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, and Myofascial Release.
Come experience the difference with Jaemie at South West Health and “Get Your Knots Out”!
Jose Wantland, C.M.T.
Jose studied at one of the most prestigious schools for massage therapy in California, Healing Hands. He has been practicing for six years and has studied under several chiropractors and physical therapists. Jose has developed a loyal following of patients who continue to seek out his services year after year.
Carla Bray C.M.T.
Carla Bray is a California State Certified Massage Therapist and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association. She graduated from the prestigious Western Institute of Neuromuscular Therapy, having completed the 1000-hour Professional Therapeutic and Sports Massage program.
Everyone is different, and Carla uses a variety of massage modalities to create a custom massage session for your individual needs. Her specialties include Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, and PNF/Facilitated Stretching,
Carla has a love of sports and athletics, participating in mountain biking, BMX racing, swimming, strength training, and running. She is also a professional harpist and has been an active freelance musician most of her life. Combining her love of participation in both sports and music, she brings a special understanding and knowledge for treating overuse injuries for sports, office, and music athletes.
Therapy Services
Cranial-Sacral Massage
Performed on a fully clothed person with a light touch. The practitioner monitors the rhythm of the Cranio-sacral system to detect potential restrictions and imbalances. The therapist uses delicate manual techniques to release problem areas and allow energy in the spinal column to flow more freely.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue massage releases chronic patterns of tension in the body by targeting the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue through focused slower strokes and firm pressure. Increased hydration is always recommended in order to help the body eliminate debris often released from deep tissue massage.
Mini-Massage
Work stress giving you a headache? Have you been sitting at your desk all day? Come in for a relaxing mini-massage. A quick, enjoyable escape.
Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy massage is designed to give relief to the special needs of the mother to be. Enjoy a comforting and soothing experience during this period of change, Relieve weight-bearing tension, increase circulation and reduce swelling while relaxing yourself and your baby too.
Sports Massage
Sports massage therapy benefits all enthusiasts from week-end warriors to professional athletes. Designed to speed recovery and help prevent soft tissue damage, sports massage therapy helps to obtain maximum performance and physical conditioning with less chance of injury or pain by increasing flexibility. This massage is tailored to the athlete's needs and is recommended pre and post competition.
Swedish Massage
A classic massage style using firm but gentle pressure, long strokes, kneading, and circular movements on superficial layers of soft tissue. Swedish massage improves circulation, eases muscle aches and tension, improves flexibility and can bring a sense of overall well-being to the patient.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger points are hyperirritable fibers in muscle tissue and are often the cause of chronic muscular pain. Our expertly trained Neuromuscular Therapist will identify trigger points and address them individually. Static, deep pressure is used to reset the neuromuscular junction and increase range of motion. Therapist will educate the client regarding activities that may perpetuate the dysfunction (mechanical, nutritional and metabolic insufficiencies).
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