Encinitas Acupuncture & Massage

Acupuncture is the centerpiece to a three thousand year old practice that began in China, and focuses on the concept of Qi: Or life energy,

that travels through pathways, or meridians, running along the length of the body. Each of these Qi meridians correspond to an organ, and each organ corresponds to an emotional state of environmental issue.

Acupuncture has been scientificially proven to aid in several issues, including migraines, chronic pain, digestive disorders, labor problems, soft tissue damage, as well as behavioral problems.

Our therapists are all board certified. We use only disposable needles, and our acupuncturists have been practicing for over a decade, almost entirely at this location.

Traditional massage to relieve muscular tension, reduce stress, relax and revitalize the body.

Specific techniques to treat and prevent injuries, pain and orthopedic dysfunction.

From the Rolf Institute's website:

Named after its founder, Dr. Ida P. Rolf, Rolfing Structural Integration is a form of bodywork that reorganizes the connective tissues, called fascia, that permeate the entire body.

More than fifty years ago, Dr. Rolf recognized that the body is inherently a system of seamless networks of tissues rather than a collection of separate parts. These connective tissues surround, support and penetrate all of the muscles, bones, nerves and organs. Rolfing works on this web-like complex of connective tissues to release, realign and balance the whole body.
Essentially, the Rolfing process enables the body to regain the natural integrity of its form, thus enhancing postural efficiency and your freedom of movement.

A holistic health care system that focuses on spinal alignment and reduction of nerve interference.

Warm stones are applied to the whole body to create a soothed and relaxed state of mind.

A thousand year old practice, handed down only by direct one on one training between student and teacher, this modality of massage is a long form massage style that can last up to three hours (although our therapist has condensed it down to a more manageable one and a half)!

Focusing on flexibility, Thai massage is done with the client on the floor, with comfortable clothes on. The Thai Masseuse spends the first part rhythmically compressing and releasing along "Energy Meridians" in the legs and feet, and then beginning to slowly manipulate the client into different yoga positions, or "Asanas".

Trigger/pressure point masssage done with or without oil, often combined with other techniques.

Our steamroom is a fantastic treat for any treatment, built for one person or a couple, add an extra 15 minutes onto any steam for only $5.

Foot and lower leg massage, focusing on how areas of the foot relate to different areas of the body.

Description of Aromatherapy

Learn how to eat for your body type and regain your health and vitality for life.

Sound and vibrational healing techniques which transform physical and energetic patterns to their most optimum functioning.

Developed by Moshe Feldenkraiss in the 1940's, this bodywork practice emphasizes a unique focus on structure in regards to movement, and how form follows function. Often implemented by the best Physical therapists, this massage form specializes in training your body through micromovements to develop more graceful, expansive, and pleasant movement.

Re-education of neuromuscular patterns using guided movement and hand-on techniques to promote body awareness and relieve pain.

Enjoy a vigorious application of salt and shampoo for softer skin before your massage. Stream room included in treatment.

Only the highest quality products are available to enhance performance, health and well-being.

From Storknet.com

Doula

A doula will not deliver your baby, but she can help you cope with your labor. Basically, a doula is a private labor coach, who will stay by a woman's side for the entire time that she is in labor.

Studies have found that women attended by doulas have shorter labors, fewer complications, and fewer problems with their baby. Doulas do not take the place of a woman's partner, but they are there to help both members of the couple get through labor with a minimum of stress."

From Wikipedia

Pilates "focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles."

A traditional health practice originating in China, believed to develop and focus the internal body energy and source of life, known as Chi.