Massage Therapy
Jum Saowalak is our experienced massage therapist at Kingaroy Chiropractic and Wellness. Trained in Thailand she has 13 years experience in remedial massage therapy. She is proficient in a number of massage techniques including:
- Thai massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Remedial massage
- Relaxation massage
- Pregnancy Massage
- Foot Reflexology
- Indian Head Massage
- Dry Needling
Thai Massage
Thai massage combines stretching, pulling, and rocking techniques to relieve tension, enhance relaxation, and improve flexibility and circulation. This type of massage promotes both physical and mental relaxation. Research highlights its benefits, including reduced pain, increased joint mobility, and alleviated muscle stiffness.
Remedial Massage
Remedial massage addresses issues caused by muscle and soft tissue problems, aiming to support healing and alleviate discomfort. Therapists use varying pressure levels—strong and deep or gentle and shallow—depending on the condition. This therapy can help restore balance and function throughout the body.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage focuses on relieving chronic muscle tension, targeting deeper layers of muscle tissue with slow strokes and firm pressure. Techniques include using fingers, thumbs, or elbows to release tension in areas like the neck, lower back, and shoulders. It’s particularly effective for managing stiffness and localized pain.
Pregnancy Massage
Designed for expectant mothers, pregnancy massage reduces stress, swelling, and muscle tension while promoting relaxation. Our skilled therapists customize techniques to avoid sensitive areas and prioritize safety.
Relaxation Massage
Relaxation massage involves gentle kneading and long, smooth strokes across large body areas, such as the back, legs, arms, and neck. This whole-body treatment focuses on soothing the mind and body for complete relaxation.
Foot Reflexology
Reflexology applies gentle pressure to specific points on the feet to reduce stress and improve overall body function. The therapy is based on the belief that these points correspond to different areas of the body.
Indian Head Massage
Indian head massage is rooted in the ancient Ayurveda healing system, focusing on the head, neck, and shoulders to improve hair and scalp health. Using acupressure techniques, it aims to rebalance the body’s natural energy.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is a modern treatment targeting musculoskeletal pain by releasing trigger points. Unlike acupuncture, which focuses on energy flow, dry needling specifically addresses dysfunctional muscle areas to alleviate pain and improve function.
Massage therapy aims to treat muscles that are damaged, knotted tense or immobile. Massage may be able to help you with:
- Chronic Pain
- Aching and stiff muscles
- Lack of flexibility and tightness
- Stress and fatigue
- Sporting injuries
- Increase blood flow
- Headaches and migraines
- Low back pain and sciatica