FAQ
Reflexology, Reflex-oil-ogy, R.E.S.T
How does it work? Applying pressure to the reflexes on your hands and feet that correspond to all organs, glands and parts of the body. The pressure helps ease stress and tension by returning your body to homeostasis.
How does Reflex-oil-ogy work? It is similar to reflexology only it uses essential oils and different techniques that help to improve the functions of the Lymphatic System, Gastrointestinal Tract, Emotional Pathway Release Technique, Nervous System, and Urinary System.
*Please let us know if you are allergic/ sensitive to any essential oils*
REST- (REST, EMOTIONAL, STRESS, and TENSION) reflexology focuses on those reflex areas effected by stress and tension.
How to prepare for a session? Drinking water before and after your appointment can help for optimal results and to flush out toxins.
What to wear? You can wear anything you are comfortable in, only working on the feet/ hands and around the ankle/ wrist. I ask that you remove bracelets, and ankle bracelets.
Reiki
How does it work? Reiki helps to remove energy blockages and balance the body. Laying on our massage table, fully clothed, moving energy with a gentle touch starting at the head and ending at the feet. You could feel hot, cold, & or tingles, that is the energy moving from the body.
How to prepare? Relax your body and mind, take mindful deep breathes
Ionic Footbath Detox
How does it work? Ionic footbath detox can help to pull toxins out of the body with positive and negative ions. Which allows an electrical current to travel throughout the body and stimulate lasting detoxifying benefits by enhancing the bodies own detoxification abilities. Ionic footbath detox can help to boost circulation and release any residual toxins. Putting your feet in a bin of warm water with an array that creates a currant. You can sit in our quiet room and relax while you detox.
How to prepare for a session? Drinking water before and after your appointment for optimal results
What to wear? Anything you are comfortable in, make sure you can roll up your pant legs so pants do not get wet from your feet being in the bin of water.
IONIC FOOTBATH DETOX SHOULD BE AVOIDED: UNDER THE AGE OF 18, EPILEPTIC, HEMOPHILIAC, PREGNANT, LACTATING, DIAGNOSED WITH HEART DISEASE/HEART RELATED ISSUES, ON BLOOD THINNERS, HAVE A PACEMAKER, IMPLANTED ORGANS, BATTERY/ ELECTRICAL POWERED DEVICES IN THE BODY (PUMPS ETC.) ORGAN TRANSPLANTS, SEIZURES*
Red light Therapy- Joov
How does it work? High quality LED’s to deliver wavelengths of red and near infrared light directly to the skin and cells. Red light helps to stimulate the mitochondria and helps to enhance cellular function and ATP. Clients simply sit/ stand in front of the device exposing any areas of your body you want to improve.
RED LIGHT THERAPY SHOULD BE AVOIDED: Pregnant/ Breastfeeding, low blood pressure, epilepsy, seizures, malignant tissue or tumors, hemorrhaging, bleeding, infectious disease, light sensitivity, taking blood thinners, taking nitrates, undergoing chemotherapy. Please consult with your doctor before using Red Light Therapy.
Benefits of Red Light Therapy: Can help diminish age spots, fine lines, & wrinkles, can help improve skin tone, clarity and complexion, stimulates production of collagen and elastin, can help with eye health, hair growth and headaches, can help improve seasonal depression, and anxiety, speeds up muscle recovery, joint pain and inflammation, improves mood, mental clarity, and cognitive function.
ballancer Pro Lymphatic technology
What is the Ballancer Pro Lymphatic Drainage technology? The Ballancer®Pro is backed of decades of medical research and peer-reviewed studies and made by the world’s leading manufacturer of compression therapy systems. FDA cleared and safe to use, it is the professional’s first choice of technology. The patented Pre-Therapy® cycle delivers a preparatory massage of the lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes in the proximal areas near the core of the body. This gentle, relaxing massage drains the lymph nodes that are generally filled with fluid first, and paves the way for an enhanced circulation of lymph. As the sequence progresses, it begins the compression moving from the extremities up into the thoracic area. This technology is one of a kind in user-friendliness, comfort and efficacy. There are endless setting combinations for a versatile and customized experience.
How does it work? two patent- protected specialized garments consisting of 24 chambers gently and systematically work on every area of the body. While the pressure moves in a precisely calibrated wave-like motion, the treatment provides maximum comfort and relaxation. The Ballancer®Pro pants work on the stomach, hips, thighs and buttocks. The jacket works on the upper body, arms, and back.
How fast will I see results? Results can be felt and seen immediately after the first session. Positive results are usually reported during and after a series of 12 sessions over the course of three or four weeks.
Is there any downtime? There is no downtime, in fact combined with other treatments, the Ballancer®Pro reduces downtime and speeds up recovery.
Which benefits are most common? A series of Ballancer®Pro treatments help flush out toxins and retained fluids, this can reduce volume in the abdomen, upper arms, buttocks, and legs and improve the appearance of cellulite. Each session helps with circulation, getting freshly oxygenated blood to the cells and tissue, which can improve skin tone and smooth the skin. The relaxing abdominal massage can also help with digestive issues.
The Ballancer®Pro is also used for athletic recovery after an intense workout. Many professional athletes are able to gain a competitive edge by reducing their recovery time after intense workouts.
How do I prepare for a session? Comfortable, loose fitting clothes are preferred during Ballancer®Pro sessions. Also by drinking plenty of water before and after your session.
How do I know if my lymphatic system needs attention? Headaches, muscle pain, bloating, constipation, skin breakouts, itchy skin, cellulite, weight gain, water retention, fatigue, edema/ leg swelling, and weak immune system are all examples that your lymphatic system may need attention.
How often can you do the Ballancer®Pro? Results are different with everyone, it is recommended to do 3 sessions a week for 12 weeks for optimal results
Ballancer®Pro IS NOT RECCOMENDED TO INDIVIDUALS WITH: Heart problems, vascular problems, have a condition requiring the use of any medical device, or have any condition that may affect their well- being. Do not use if you have been diagnosed with blood clots, deep vein thrombosis, or phlebitis. DO not use over swollen, inflamed areas, or skin eruptions. do not use in the presence of unexplained calf pain. consult your physician prior to use.
DISCLAIMER: Ballancer®Pro clients experience and results may vary. These are dependent on a number of factors such as lifestyle, age, and medical history. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Halotherapy/ Salt therapy
Salt Room Etiquette- Please do not wear strong perfumes/ lotions as others in the salt room might be sensitive to scents. *Once the salt session has begun we discourage clients from entering and exiting the salt room. Please use the restroom before your salt session. Absolutely no food or drink in the salt room. Please do not smoke before your salt therapy appointment. Please keep voices low in the salt room. Do not let children/child throw the salt.*
How does it work? Dry salt therapy (Halotherapy) utilizes a Halogenerator to grind and crush 99.99% pure grade sodium chloride (salt) into small particles that are dispersed into our salt room, that works to help aid respiratory conditions and skin conditions.
Who does it benefit? Adults and children experience benefits from Halotherapy. Most clients who use Halo therapy on a regular basis feel relief from an array of skin and respiratory conditions; however, one does not need to have a specific condition to use halo therapy, it can be beneficial to general overall wellbeing. Halotherapy is an excellent way to cleanse and detox the lungs (like a toothbrush to your lungs), as well as rejuvenate the whole body with an increase of lung capacity and oxygen intake.
Is Halotherapy right for me? Salt Therapy works great for maintaining wellness and can help relieve symptoms of many conditions. Even if you aren’t having any symptoms from a specific condition, our salt room is a quiet, calming aesthetic space for relaxation and escape from everyday life. It can also help strengthening the immune system, recovering from jet-lag, workouts, stress, anxiety, sleeping patterns, and slow down the signs of aging.
What will I experience? Our Himalayan salt room has over 5,000 pounds of salt, once you walk in the room it is a very calming aesthetic, with the soft glow of the Himalayan salt. We do have salt on the floor that feels like bigger pieces of sand, you are welcome to wear socks or go barefoot. We do not allow shoes. We have zero- gravity chairs you can relax in, and you just simply sit, and breathe in the salt. Some say they feel like they are at the beach. You are welcome to bring a book, we try to keep our Salt Therapy room electronic device free- we are not responsible for any damaged items- salt can be corrosive towards metal and electronic devices. Some clients will experience a running nose, that can be the salt clearing out your airways, and a cough which can be the salt clinging to the mucus.
Is Halotherapy safe for children & pregnant women? Typically halotherapy is safe for children & pregnant women, however, if you have any concerns we advise you to speak to your HEALTCARE PROFFESIONAL about “dry salt therapy.”
HALOTHERAPY/ DRY SALT THERAPY SHOULD BE AVOIDED: Existence or suspicion of cancer, any kind of infectious disease, acute respiratory disease, COPD with 3rd stage of chronic lung insufficiency, coughing of blood/ bleeding, infections accompanied by fever, high blood pressure/ hypertension in IIB stage, any form of tuberculosis, chronic kidney disease. INDIVIDUALS WITH HEALTH CONCERNS NEED TO SPEAK TO THEIR HEALTHCARE PROFFESIONAL BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN HALOTHERAPY/ DRY SALT THERAPY.
How many salt therapy sessions do I need? The amount of sessions varies with the goals of each individual client. Like many health and wellness regimens, clients respond differently. Each individual could notice a positive effect with one session, however, a series of sessions is recommended for optimal health!
How to prepare for/ what to wear? You will want to wear comfortable clothing during your salt therapy session. Please note- darker colored clothing may show salt, it can easily be brushed off and will not harm your clothing.
Side Effects? Not usually, you might experience a runny nose or a slight cough. This is due to mucus and toxins becoming dislodged and the body working it out. Individuals with dry eyes may experience drier eyes after a salt therapy session
Salt is an anti- inflammatory, anti- fungal, and anti- bacterial which naturally absorbs moisture and bacteria. Our salt room walls and floor is covered with salt which creates an almost sterile environment. Also, with our ventilation system works throughout the entire session filtering use air out and fresh air in.
DISCLAIMER: Salt therapy and all other services stated above should never replace medications prescribed by your doctor. Individuals with health concerns need to speak to their healthcare professional before participating in any services at Mindful Body & Wellness