Massage & Body Treatments

A La Vie ‘Signature’ and our most popular massage. Deep tissue is a more specific type of massage that the focus is on the deep layers of muscle tissue, tendons & fascia (the protective tissue that surrounds muscle, bones & joints) in the body. As the name suggests, the therapist applies deeper pressure to release chronic muscle tension and pain. Deep Tissue Massage is often recommended by many doctors as an alternative treatment for chronic pain. While often more affordable and healthier, deep tissue work reduces inflammation, alleviates muscle tension, improves blood flow/pressure, breaks up scar tissue, rehabilitates injured muscles, improves movement and provides stress relief. Includes aromatherapy inhalation and hot towel ritual.

A Swedish Massage is a very common type of massage performed in the United States. Swedish massage is very relaxing and accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long, deliberate and gliding strokes in the direction of blood flow returning to the heart. Swedish massage is slow and gentle; great for first time massage goers, fibromyalgia patients or when your only goal is relaxation.

Aromatherapy Massage provides all of the elements of a Swedish Massage with the addition of highly concentrated essential oils combined into your massage lotion. Essential oils can be very personal as our sense of smell is attached to the limbic system which controls emotions, hormones and influences the nervous system. La Vie only uses the finest essential oils extracted from pure plant and flower extracts. Before your session, you will be able to choose your custom aroma. Essential oils can be seasonal and various options are available. Standard oils such as lavender and chamomile are naturally relaxing and anti inflammatory.

Experience the ultimate feeling of stress and muscle tension melting away with a La Vie Hot Stone massage. Hot Stone Massage is a specialty massage where smooth heated stones are used as an extension of the massage therapists hands & applied to specific points on the spine to enhance and improve energy flow. Heat is transferred for deep relaxation, warmth & muscle melting, allowing the therapist to work more effectively.

Another La Vie favorite! Relax together in our spacious couples retreat. A couple’s massage is the perfect time to celebrate an anniversary, a holiday or just spend some quality time. Choose from Swedish, Aromatherapy or Deep Tissue Massage.

A Sport Massage is a specialty massage designed for those who engage in various types of sports. You do not need to be a professional athlete to benefit from sport massage. Some common sports can include: tennis, running, football, golf, swimming, baseball, basketball, cheerleading, strength training, etc. Sports massage can help athletes perform, rehabilitate and recover much faster than one trying to recover on their own. The goal of the massage is to improve range of motion, increase blood flow, eliminate by products and improve strength and flexibility by supplying oxygen and nutrients to the muscle.

Prenatal Massage is a wonderful way to relieve muscular tension and all aches & pains associated with pregnancy. While all pregnancies are unique; common discomforts during pregnancy include backache, stiff neck, leg cramps, headaches and swelling. (Pregnancy massage should be avoided during the 1st trimester and begin during the 13th week.)

In Reflexology, pressure is applied to specific reflex points on the foot. These points correspond to organs and areas of the body. The treatment is said to induce a healing response, even alleviating some ailments. Reflexology can address anything from headaches to sinus problems to stomach issues. If sensitivity or tenderness is experienced when an area is stimulated, it usually indicates bodily weaknesses or imbalances within the corresponding organ. With repeated pressure and manipulation of nerve endings, reflexology can help to clear any channels of blocked energy. It is said to do so through moving the flow of blood, nutrients and nerve impulses. This ultimately improves overall health and balance.

Sinus Relief Massage combines aromatherapy and lymphatic drainage. The technique opens air passages and relieves sinus pressure by eliminating congestion. The treatment begins with a peppermint & eucalyptus infused hot towel to open sinuses and encourage deep breathing.

TMJ Massage offers relief for people with temporomandibular joint disorder (a condition commonly referred to as TMJ syndrome or TMJ). Marked by pain and stiffness in the jaw, face, and neck, TMJ affects the temporomandibular joint, which connects your jaw to the side of your skull.

Myofascial Release is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.

Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fluids around the body. The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from the bodily tissues. Some health conditions can cause lymph fluid to build up.

Thai massage is a form of therapeutic touch that differs in many ways from traditional massage. Instead of a massage table, you lie on a mat on the floor while the provider manipulates your body in certain ways to stimulate organs and improve flexibility. Thai massage is part of traditional Thai medicine. Similar to Chinese medicine, it works with the body's energetic pathways. These are also called sen.

Experience a full body exfoliation with custom exfolitation techniques/product with essential oils (approx 45 min). A full body exfoliation removes dead skin cells and refines the skin using therapeutic benefits of marine elements such as Dead Sea Salts along with skin conditioning oils. Choose between 3 grades: bamboo powder and apricot kernels, 2 sugars or mineralized sea salt for deeper exfoliation. The product is left on the skin while a steam bath is given. The treatment is concluded with a customized body moisturizer. Leaves skin silky, smooth, toned and rejuvenated. Choose from:

A gentle full body scrub with bamboo powder and apricot kernels (grade 1-most gentle)

A nourishing scrub with two sugars (grade 2)

A remineralizing scrub with sea salt (grade 3) for a deeper exfoliation

A body wrap for ultimate weight loss and detoxification. The body is exfoliated using dry brush methods and then a Swedish Miracle Cream (an all natural blend of cinnamon, aloe vera, fennel and Chinese herbs) is applied, targeting cellulite and stretch marks to help enhance youthful body curves. Pressure wrapping technique is used to wrap the body and placed in a natural thermal/infrared environment. Excess fat is eliminated from the body naturally creating a detoxifying effect. Benefits of this treatment include: better sleep, relaxation, detoxification, weight loss, relief from sore muscles, relief of joint pain/arthritis, clear & tighter skin & improved circulation. Infrared heat allows deeper penetration than traditional sauna.