Western Kentucky University

Massage Services

Health & Fitness Lab

Fitness Services

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    Group Fitness Schedule
    Trainings & Certifications
    Instructional Programs

 Massage Therapy

  • Massage Services
    Swedish Massage
    Deep Tissue Massage
    Hot Stone Massage
    Chair Massages

Appointment Procedures

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Swedish Massage:

This system of massage employs movements that are slow and gentle. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation while promoting health & well-being. Swedish massage refers to a collection of techniques designed primarily to to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. The goal of Swedish Massage is to speed the venous return of un-oxygenated blood and toxins for the extremities. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management.

Price Students Faculty/Staff Community
30 Minutes $20.00 $25.00 $30.00
60 Minutes $30.00 $40.00 $45.00

 

Deep Tissue:

The term deep tissue massage refers to various regimens or massage styles that are directed toward the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia. In most deep tissue massage techniques the aim is to affect the various layers of fascia that support muscle tissues and loosen bonds between the layers of connective tissue. This system is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles. Deep tissue massage helps release muscle congestion and relaxes muscle tissue.

Price Students Faculty/Staff Community
30 Minutes $25.00 $30.00 $35.00
60 Minutes $35.00 $45.00 $50.00

 

Hot Stone:

Stone massage is a form of bodywork that involves the application of heated stones to the body during deep tissue massage. This system of massage stimulates the circulatory system. softens and relaxes muscles, helps to release toxins, induces a state of deep relaxation, relieves pain and muscle spasms, and creates a feeling of peacefulness.

Price Students Faculty/Staff Community
60 Minutes $40.00 $50.00 $55.00

Meet Our Licensed Massage Therapists:

Kristin:Kristin

Having worked in the Health and Fitness lab for over a year now, Kristin specializes in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage. She obtained her degree from Natural Health Institute in Bowling Green, Ky. Kristin graduated in early 2005 and has completed over 500 hours of training and studies dedicated to massage therapy. She believes massage therapy is essential to developing a healthy mind, body and soul.

Mark:Mark

Mark is the newest member of the WKU Health and Fitness Lab's Massage Therapy staff. A local resident of Bowling Green, Mark graduated from Natural Health Institute in 2011 to become a Licensed Massage Therapist. While attending NHI he studied a range of different massage therapy applications. His integrative method of massage is rooted in the principles of the late Janet Travell M.D., a pioneer of the myofascial approach to managing muscle and connective tissue pain. Mark continues to study massage actively in pursuit of an understanding of the body and it's natural healing process. Here at the Health and Fitness Lab he offers Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage services.

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 Last Modified 4/17/12