The long, smooth, flowing strokes of Swedish massage are what lead you into deep relaxation.

This massage treatment combines the relaxing properties of deep heat, aromatherapy and Swedish massage. Heated stones are placed at key points of the body and are used for massage to tight or tired muscles.

These treatments start with exfoliation—a sugar scrub or dry brush treatment—followed by an application of deep moisture. You are then wrapped in warmth to allow the healing properties to be absorbed through your skin. While wrapped, you will experience deep relaxation as your scalp and face are gently massaged.

Massage alleviates discomforts that occur during pregnancy. Special positioning is used to ensure you have a relaxing and pleasant treatment.

Trigger point, neuromuscular and myofascial release techniques are combined with stretching to address deep-tissue distress.

Massage helps you achieve optimal sports performance. It can help you prepare for, and recover from, competition. Different techniques are used to meet your athletic goals.

Assessment is the first step in developing a series of massage treatments aimed at restoring movement and alleviating chronic pain.

Reiki is a gentle energetic bodywork that focuses on freeing the energy flow throughout your body, Clients remain clothed during a Reiki treatment.

Using very light holds applied to the skull, spine and sacrum, the treatment affects the central nervous system. This is effective for treatment of migraines, TMJ, ear problems and for children with attention or sensitivity disorders.

Reflex points on the feet, hands, and ears are linked to every part of the body. Working these points can bring profound relaxation and relief to the whole body. Available in 15/30 or 60 minute sessions.

Individualized treatments focus on providing comfort and support to help you manage the effects of cancer treatments. In-home treatments available by request.

Massage benefits children who have: experienced trauma (even a difficult birth); pain from injury or medical treatment; difficulties in school; stress or strenuous activities. Parents remain with children during the treatment; children remain clothed; children dictate the length of their treatment.

Very light, compassionate touch is used to bring comfort to those suffering from long-term or debilitating illness. In-home treatments available by request.

• Plan to spend about 15 minutes reviewing your health history prior to your first treatment. Please be ready to provide information about any medications, surgeries, injuries or conditions. To save time, download, complete, and bring this form to your first session.
• The therapist will leave the room allowing you to undress to your level of comfort and get under the sheets according to the therapist’s instructions. It is best if the therapist can access your tissues directly, rather than over any clothing. At the end of the massage the therapist will leave the room allowing you to dress privately.
• Proper and professional draping techniques are used to maintain client modesty at all times.
• Jewelry should be removed for the massage.
• Communication between client and therapist is the key to a successful and comfortable treatment. Never hesitate to tell the therapist if you would like something modified to improve your experience.

• 24-hour notice is required for cancellations. If you must cancel on short-notice and want to avoid paying a cancellation fee in the amount of the massage, send a friend or relative in your place.
• Payment is due at time of service and can be made via credit card, cash or check.
• A Fine Balance reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.
• Massage will not be performed on anyone who is intoxicated or heavily medicated.

• If you have a fever or are experiencing the onset of a cold or flu;
• Within 72-hours of an acute injury;
• During the first trimester of pregnancy;
• If you have any contagious illness or skin condition.

• Massage benefits you by increasing dopamine and serotonin levels (associated with increased relaxation/decreased pain), while decreasing levels of the stress hormones epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol (this stress hormone inhibits immunity and is also associated with weight gain).
• The relaxation effects of massage work to decrease stress levels, which in turn help to improve sleep patterns and reduce fatigue; decrease feelings of anger; improve mood and self-esteem; increase mental alertness and work or academic performance.

• Increased circulation during massage serves to bring fresh blood and oxygen to painful and constricted muscles.
• Massage stimulates the release of endorphins and other pain-reducing neurochemicals.

• Local circulation during massage increases up to 3 times more than circulation at rest, aiding the delivery of nutrients and oxygen to cells and tissues, and aiding the removal of metabolic wastes (helps dilute poisons we put into our bodies!).
• The heart rate is reduced through the relaxation response.
• Blood pressure decreases due to blood vessel dilation. This effect can last up to 40 minutes after massage.
• As circulation increases, more nutrients are made available to the skin, helping improve its condition, texture, tone, and appearance.

• The number of, and function of lymphocytes and other white blood cells is increased by massage, which helps you resist or fight infection/illness.
• Massage promotes the circulation of lymph, which can help reduce swelling (edema).
• Massage stimulates the digestive and urinary system, assisting the removal of waste in the body’s systems.

• Massage stretches, broadens, and lengthens muscles, which increases flexibility, and joint range of motion.
• A tired muscle recuperates 20% after 5 minutes of rest; it recuperates 100% after 5 minutes of massage. This is because massage increases blood circulation, bringing fresh oxygen and nutrients to muscles.