Therapeutic Massage

Cheryl is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of a 624 hour course in Massagy Therapy at Kirtland Community College and is a member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.

Her massage specialties are:

• Swedish - gentle action to stretch and relax muscles, stimulate circulation, improve oxygen supply and nutrients, and stimulate the lymphatic system to eliminate lactic acid that can lead to pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles.
• Therapeutic - promotes general well being, boosting the circulatory and immune systems.
  Trigger Point Therapy and Reflexology

Cheryl promotes her healthy lifestyle by staying hydrated, eating a balanced, chemical-free diet, taking nutritional supplements, walking, weight training, yoga, getting quality sleep, massage and regular chiropractic adjustments.

Heather received her training at Blue Heron Academy, Traverse City, MI which was founded by Greg Lawton, DC. She earned her Clinical Massage Technician Certificate with 613 clock hours and has mastered the basics of body physiology, mechanics of body motion and posture. She is a member of American Massage Therapy Association.

Her massage specialties are:

• Deep tissue - more focused; working a specific joint, muscle or muscle group.

   Muscle attachment work for relaxation treatments.

   Joint physics for increased stretch and joint lubrication.

   Experience in treating other modalities and          treatments, such as, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. 

Heather will work on an area until she feels a tissue change that lets her know that she has brought fresh blood flow to that area allowing for the muscle to continue healing even after the massage.

• Gary has lived in Northern Michigan since 1985 and completed Kirtland Community College's Massage Therapy Program in 2000. After graduation, he opened Sleep Well Massage and has been practicing in the field ever since. He is a licensed massage therapist through the State of Michigan and a member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.

Gary specializes in:

Deep tissue

Therapeutic 

Sports

Sports injury massages

Using these types of massage, he helps clients alleviate back pain, relax overused muscles and increase joint flexibility. He helps people experiencing illness or injury to strengthen weak, tight or atrophied muscles, reduce scar tissue and improve circulation. He also helps athletes prepare for and recover from strenuous exertion