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Massage Therapy
 *1/2 HOUR COST:   Students- $15, Fac/Staff- $23, Community- $30
*HOUR COST:   Students- $23, Fac/Staff- $38, Community- $45
(** student rates are available only for WKU students taking at least 6 hours.**)

Throughout history, therapeutic massage has been used by healthcare professionals as a means of alleviating pain and calming the nerves. It is one of the oldest of the natural healing arts used in maintaining the life and health of the human body. Massage has suffered some setbacks through the years. Due to advancing technology, it was brushed aside to make way for more sophisticated modes of medical treatment; not to mention its misuse and abuse. In spite of it all, massage has regained a place as a professionally legitimate healthcare practice.

Benefits of Massage

Types of Massage Available:

Localized Stress Session: a 30 minute session designed to concentrate deep tissue work on a specific area of tension, often the neck and back.

Full Body Massage: a 60 minute session using Swedish massage and deep tissue work designed to enhance circulation, concentrate on areas of concern and encourage deep relaxation. This may incorporate connective strokes, vibration, friction, and kneading along with active and passive joint movement.





Meet the Therapists

 

Gayle Kenyon
Gayle Kenyon is a certified Massage Therapist with a therapeutic practice in Bowling Green and Russellville. She began her massage training at the Chicago School of Massage Therapy in 1986 and received her certification from Diehl School of Massage Therapy.

During 1993-1995 she had the opportunity to practice massage therapy in Ecuador, South America working as a medical missionary. Her work in Ecuador was at a lifestyle/wellness center, which was affiliated with a medical clinic.

Since returning to the United States in 1995, Gayle has focused on increasing her skills. She has received her certificate for Pre-Natal Massage and is a certified Infant Massage Instructor.

Gayle is available:

Mondays 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Tuesdays 2:15pm - 6:00pm

Christie Miller

Christie Miller received her Massage Therapy Diploma from the Alexandria School of Scientific Therapeutics.  She brings to the Health & Fitness Lab her expertise in a variety of therapeutic techniques including Swedish and Pfirmmer deep tissue massage.

Christie continues to practice in Russelville KY, and has enrolled at WKU as a student in the Physical Education program

Christie is available:

Mondays: 10:30am - 3:00pm

Wednesdays: 10:30am - 1:00pm & 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Fridays: 10:30am - 5:00pm

 



Appointment Information

All scheduling is done in person at the Health & Fitness Lab, Room 108, located in the Preston Center. Appointments must be paid for at the time they are made. Payment is non-refundable. Clients are restricted to scheduling one hour per week, due to limited hours. Due to scheduling constraints, we are not set up to accommodate cancellations. However, if you cancel your appointment at least 24 hours in advance, we will attempt to reschedule for you, but cannot guarantee this. If for some reason you are unable to attend your scheduled appointment, you may find someone to take your place.

 

What to Expect During a Massage Session

The massage therapist might ask about the reasons you are getting a massage, current physical condition, medical history, life style and stress level, experiences with specific areas of pain, and whether there is any specific need you want addressed during the massage.

The massage takes place on a comfortable, padded massage table. The massage therapist will tell you in what position to lie on the table.

Expect a peaceful and comfortable environment. The massage therapist may play music during the massage and/or light candles to enhance the experience.

Before the massage begins, the massage therapist may offer some advice that will improve the quality of your massage. A common one is to breathe, especially if a sensitive area is being worked.

The therapist will leave the room while you undress to your own level of comfort. You should take off only as much as you are comfortable removing. The therapist will uncover only the part of the body being massaged, insuring that modesty is respected at all times. The draping also keeps the person receiving the massage warm. You should remove any jewelry that might interfere with the massage.

The massage therapist may use lotion, which reduces drag on the skin while performing the massage strokes. If you are allergic to some oils or lotions, be sure to tell your massage therapist so you both can make sure the ingredients in the oil or lotion do not bother you.

NOTE: Because the massage room is small, please do not wear perfume or cologne. 

If you are interested in receiving a massage through the Health & Fitness Lab and this is the first time you will make an appointment, please fill out the required massage questionnaire and bring it with you when you come to make an appointment.  Massage Form.pdf

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