Special Needs Clients
 Many Special Needs Clients, like those with Autism or Fibromyalgia, benefit greatly from Massage Therapy and Bodywork. Over the years therapists have developed techniques that are very effective, both with and without the use of massage oil. Often times a "less is more" approach can have profound effects.
Age Groups
Meeting the special needs of various age groups is not as complicated as it may seem. Infants thrive much better with physical and neurological stimulation. Symptoms of birth defects or birth trauma may be alleviated, as well.
Teenagers benefit from Massage Therapy and Bodywork by the release of physical and emotional stress. Body image is often improved.
The elderly population need the increased circulation to tissues and improved flexibility provided by Massage Therapy/Bodywork.
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Massage Therapy for Children
Massage Therapy for Teenagers
Geriatric Massage Therapy
Special Physical or
Neurological Conditions
Many special needs clients (those with physical or neurological conditions) shy away from massage therapy, not realizing the potential benefits that lie in store for them. At Hands On Healing Arts all of our techniques may be modified to accommodate most conditions. If you are concerned about a condition not listed here, please call 317-821-8733 or Contact Us. You should also contact your physician or health care provider.
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Arthritis
Most of our techniques may be modified to accommodate clients who suffer from Arthritis.
ASL-Speaking, Deaf Clients
Although we are happy to work with deaf clients who bring along an interpreter, some may want to schedule with Karen Kite, our therapist who is fluent in ASL (American Sign Language).
Autism and Dyslexia
We offer one technique that may be beneficial in some cases of Autism and Dyslexia.
Back Pain
Back Pain is the number one complaint we hear from most clients. Many of the techniques we offer address Back Pain, but receiving regular sessions is essential in helping to eliminate it.
Depression
Massage Therapy may help depression by increasing endorphins or by relieving nerve impingement.
Fibromyalgia
Massage Therapy can be very beneficial for clients suffering from Fibromyalgia. Our variety of Massage Therapy/Bodywork techniques ensures that even those who can tolerate only minimal pressure can still get relief.
Headaches
For a great many people the source of Tension and Migraine Headaches is tension near the top two vertebrae and near the base of the skull. We offer Massage Therapy and Bodywork techniques that may be incorporated into your headache prevention plan.
Physical Abuse
Many clients who visit our practice have experienced physical abuse in the past. We provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment in which clients may explore massage and bodywork techniques that may aid in the healing process.
Pregnancy
Although some of our techniques require approval from your doctor at different stages of pregnancy, we offer some Bodywork Therapies that are completely safe throughout the entire nine months.
TMJ
If chronic neck and jaw tension are the cause of your TMJ pain, you may benefit greatly from Bodywork/Massage Therapy.
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