Massage and Traditional Detox & Rejuvenation Bodywork
Office Location: 2605-A West Colorado Ave., Old Colorado City, CO 80904
Product Information: I use oil blends and botanicals sourced from Banyanbotanicals.com, a company with high commitment to organic, sustainable farming and fair trade.
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Therapeutic Massage
60 min. - $90
90 min - $140
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Add ons: Warm stone +$25
Full-body steam session +$30
Anatomically specific with a focus on muscular & connective tissue, this massage is the most popular for working out knots and kinks from day to day stress, pregnancy, or injury. Using any combination of deep tissue, neuromuscular, Swedish, and herbal oils, this massage is effective in treating trauma, chronic pain & acute injuries such as whiplash or repetitive strain. Also an excellent compliment to post-surgery recovery, aiding the restoration of restricted movement due to scar tissue.
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If you're looking for a good balance between structural and relaxation work in your sessions, this treatment is for you. It is recommended once a month for general routine self-care, and every 7-10 days for acute or chronic pain until the treatments goals have been met. I also recommend waiting at least (24) twenty-four hours after an acute injury before receiving therapeutic massage.
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Neuromuscular/Trigger Point Therapy
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Deep Tissue Massage
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Myofascial Release
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Swedish Massage
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Benefits include:
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Increased range of motion and improved circulation
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Reduces pain or tingling/numbness
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A decrease in stress and anxiety
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Improved sleep and posture
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Reduced post-exercise soreness and fluid retention
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Relieves chronic tension and prevents injuries that may be caused by stressing unbalanced muscle groups, or by favoring or forcing a tight, painful area.
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Accelerates the healing process for tendinitis, ligament sprains or muscle strains
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An improved general sense of well-being and safety
Abhyanga [Ah-bee-yanga]
90 minutes only - $225, includes full body steam session
This traditional, detoxifying and restorative herbal oil massage uses a specific pressure, rhythm, and pattern to bring balance to the doshas. Abhyanga is at the foundation of any Ayurvedic practice, safe for pregnancy, and a good place to begin with exploring Ayurvedic bodywork. Treatment includes face, breast, and abdominal massage as well as Champi (classic Indian scalp massage), and concludes with 10-20 minutes of therapeutic sweating (Svedana) in an herbal steam tent. Specific strokes and herbal oils may vary depending on the presenting signs and symptoms and are determined at the discretion of the practitioner. It is recommended you eat lightly or (2) two hours prior to your session, have time later in the day to relax, and avoid scheduling during menses. ​
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Feelings of calm and safety, relieving anxiety
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Stiff achy joints become more pliable
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Restorative sleep improves
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Stimulation of antibody production, strengthening the immune system
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Improved mental acuity and concentration
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Improved skin conditions (psoriasis, eczema)
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Increased stamina
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Reduction in wrinkles and cellulite
45 minutes - $108, Optional warm stones
(for neck & low back) add on +$25
This powerful treatment is restorative and stabilizes the activity of the mind, providing relief from mental and nervous disorders including anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, and schizophrenia. Using the traditional, hand-poured technique from copper vessels, Kris delivers a steady stream of medicated, herbal oils or decoctions to the brow space just above and between the eyes with occasional sweeping motions across the forehead. The anatomic location of the treatment site stimulates the pineal gland and is said to balance the "chatter" between the left and right hemispheres of the brain, providing deep relaxation and balancing various endocrine processes. It is recommended you bring a bandana or an old hat to wear afterward, and keep the scalp snuggly covered overnight before washing your hair.
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Benefits include:
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Deep relaxation of the parasympathetic nervous system
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Stimulates cognitive functions and memory
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Balances the Ajna or 3rd eye chakra, sharpening sensory perception and increasing spiritual awareness
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Cultivating a stronger intuition
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Decrease in anxiety and emotions like fear, anger, hatred, or jealousy
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Relief from chronic fatigue, headaches, stiff necks, and TMJ symptoms
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Lowering high blood pressure
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Sharpened mental acuity and sensory perception
90 minutes - $280, Optional steam add on +$30
This deeply penetrating, circulatory and detoxification treatment is for the skin and lymphatic system, often used to support seasonal cleansing and to encourage weight and cellulite loss. The entire body is vigorously scrubbed with a homemade, herbal paste and percussive and squeezing techniques press deeply buried stagnant lymphatic toxins out of the body. You are thoroughly wiped down afterward with moist, warm towels and you'll rinse off the remaining paste at home in the shower. It is recommended you bring comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, to change into after the treatment. Pajamas work great!
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Removing foul odors from the body
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Removing cellulite
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Cures feelings of heaviness or drowsiness; itchy skin; or excessive sweating
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Opens the channels of circulation
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Produces stability in the limbs
Available as an add-on: $30
Traditionally used in conclusion to an abhyanga, this wonderfully grounding treatment can be dove-tailed as an add-on service with any kind of therapeutic massage or it can stand alone on its own. Svedana is a fomentation therapy producing a very detoxifying and therapeutic sweat. There are several different types of svedana therapies in Ayurveda and at Rasayana, we use a mylar/nylon full-body herbal steam tent outfitted for a massage table. You won't even have to get up! It is contraindicated for pregnancy, high blood pressure, or cardiovascular disease and discouraged during menses or IVF treatments. It is recommended you hydrate the day before (tip: try drinking enough water to equal half of your body weight in ounces). *Available as an add-on to other services.
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Benefits include:
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Expanding the body's tissues and blood/lymph vessels, allowing for better transport and delivery of herbal medicines
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Improved elimination of toxins
90 minutes - $120
This gentle, clothed, full-body treatment protocol was developed by Dr. John Douillard and focuses on opening and balancing energy flow (prana) according to the Indian energy system. Vital energy points called marma's are stimulated using dosha-balancing essential oils using small circular motions and static pressure.
There are 108 marma points in the body said to be "windows to the soul" or the body's "natural pharmacies" where concentrated life force energy is located. Anatomically, they are where flesh, s, arteries, tendons, bones and joints meet up. This protocol is good for those who respond to a subtle, energetic approach to bodywork or for those with compromised or deficient auto-immune systems. It is recommended especially for those undergoing chemo or radiation therapy as a means for the body to revitalize when it's particularly weak or fragile.
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Providing an over all balancing of the energetic pathways in the body, optimizing the healing process.
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Provides a grounding, stabilizing, and clearing effect on the mind-body
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Gentle approach is appropriate for more fragile states of health
Photo credit: Cara Brostrom
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This safe and natural rejuvenative treatment involves creating an organic dough dam around the treatment sight (Netra = eye, Kati = back, Hrid = heart) and filling the reservoir with warmed ghee or medicated, herbal oils. The treatment site is submerged for approximately half an hour and in the case of netra basti, various eye exercises are also performed. Some mild stinging and/or therapeutic tearing is normal. You will remove contact lenses prior to the treatment and should be prepared to wear glasses for the remainder of the day (and sunglasses when outdoors). It is recommended you rest with eyes closed as much as possible for the remainder of the day. Do not focus on finishing that knitting project, looking at a screen, or reading a novel. Read Kris' article about Netra Basti here.
(2) two treatments scheduled (7) seven days apart give optimal results.
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Benefits include:
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Reduces tension and migraine headaches
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Soothes dry, itchy, eyes
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Provides relief from allergies
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Improved vision
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Combats eye strain from TV, computers, and smartphones
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Relieves eye socket tension, twitches, and squinting
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Eases wrinkles and dark circles around the eyes
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Slows the natural degeneration of the eyes
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In the case of Hrid Basti: nourishes and strengthens the cardiac muscles, thus rejuvenating the heart; regulates cardiac functions; relieves deep seated or repressed stress, anger and grief; improves blood circulation and breathing; gives a sense of peace and happiness
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In the case of Kati Basti: Pacifies a main site of Vata, easing stiffness and soreness, while nourishing bone tissue and degenerative discs.
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This traditional Ayurvedic foot and face massage, activates vital energy points (marma) and focuses on opening and balancing energy flow (prana) according to the Indian energy system. Anatomically, these points are junctures of muscles, tendon, ligament, bone, and nerve, which influence specific organ systems to bring pain relief and jump start the body's self-healing capacity. Herbal & essential oils, natural ingredients, or mineral-rich clays leave your skin deeply cleaned and properly hydrated.
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Improved digestion
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Pain relief
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Maintaining optimal sensory perception
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Enhancing awareness
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Providing an over all balancing of the energetic pathways in the body, optimizing the healing process.
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Provides a grounding, stabilizing, and clearing effect on the mind-body
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Gentle approach is appropriate for more fragile states of health
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According to Ayurveda, the nose is the doorway to the brain and to consciousness. Great attention is placed on the proper functioning of nasal pathways, whose function is to govern mental/intellectual activities, memory and concentration. In this potent treatment, marma energy points on the scalp, face, neck, and shoulders are activated with massage for 5-10 minutes before the inhalation of aromatic steam and self-application of fresh, home-made herbal nose drops. It is contraindicated for pregnancy, high blood pressure, or during an acute infection. It is especially recommended for those with a history of chronic sinus infections, asthma, allergies, or migraine headaches.
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Cleans, lubricates, and strengthens mucous membranes
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Opens and clears breathing passages
Available as an add-on $25
This Indian scalp massage uses herbal oils and stimulates several marma energy points inducing a physical sensation characterized by a pleasurable tingling that typically begins in the head and scalp, and can move down the spine and through the limbs. Slow deliberate movements are relaxing while steady but vigorous movement help enhance energy and circulation. The specific herbal extracts used are known for their beneficial impact on hair health and growth. It is recommended you bring a bandana or an old hat to wear afterward, and keep the scalp snuggly covered overnight before washing your hair. Tip: Applying shampoo directly to the scalp before getting it wet, can cut down on the number of times you need to apply it. Typically, the oil should wash out in 1-2 applications. Available as an add-on service.
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Enhancing mental focus, clarity, and memory
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Promotes a better quality of sleep
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Relieves mental fatigue
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Stimulates hair follicles and enhances general hair health and growth
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Lustrous hair