National Children's Day: a pediatric massage experience

Today is National Children's Day, and yesterday was Child Health Day! This post is about a pediatric client who's loved every massage he's ever had (since age 3). original post

I had barely closed the door when he said, "READY!" 

He was three years old when he received his first massage on my table. He recently turned ten, and the years have not faded his enthusiasm. He absolutely loves massages! 

Around age five, this client was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). His mom can see several benefits to him getting regular massages. She's seen an increase in the quality of his sleep, his manners/behavior in public and at home, and his ability to pay attention at school. 

At my office, children are treated like full-sized clients. I give kids the same amount of time when I'm listening and meeting their needs. This little guy likes ocean sounds, the smell of lavender, and firm pressure in his neck and shoulder areas. 

After the session, he always looks around the room and helps himself to a mint that I've left out for him. This time he grabbed the mint and lingered at my door. I caught him trying to walk with his foot inside a metal jewelry tray (shaped like a flip flop). It was exactly the size of his left foot, so we had a little chat about how it's not actually a flip flop. 

He enjoyed identifying which of his muscles were sore from playing video games by comparing his neck to the the anatomy charts outside my office door. I let him take a second piece of candy and thanked him for the massage he insisted on giving ME after his session. What a sweetheart! 

Find out what the buzz is about! I accept clients six days a week in my clinic on Main Street. You may schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:

OLNEY MASSAGE

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

WONDERFUL JOB: New FIVE STAR client review.

★  ✰ ★ ☆ ✰ NINETY STARS ✰ ★ ✰ ☆ ★ 

Loyal and new clients, here's my latest five-star client review:

Client Rating	Service Scheduled
5 / 5 stars	Integrated Therapy Massage - 75min

Client Review: "WONDERFUL JOB - Relaxing Massage"

• "Cynthia does a wonderful job of creating a quiet, relaxing atmosphere and her positive energy is a bonus! Thanks Cynthia, I enjoyed the massage."

Need a gift for Mother's Day? (33 days!)

• I've got gift certificates available in my online gift shop. It's ok if Mom is hard to buy for... I've got you covered with certificates for a specific dollar amount. She can choose her favorite session!

Find out what the buzz is about! I accept clients six days a week in my office on Main Street. You may schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

Pediatric massage: benefits for a client with ADHD

This post is about a little guy who was VERY happy to enjoy some time on my table on Sunday afternoon:

I had barely closed the door when he said, "READY!" 

He was three years old when he received his first massage on my table. He recently turned ten, and the years have not faded his enthusiasm. He absolutely loves massages! 

Around age five, this client was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). His mom can see several benefits to him getting regular massages. She's seen an increase in the quality of his sleep, his manners/behavior in public and at home, and his ability to pay attention at school. 

At my office, children are treated like full-sized clients. I give kids the same amount of time when I'm listening and meeting their needs. This little guy likes ocean sounds, the smell of lavender, and firm pressure in his neck and shoulder areas. 

After the session, he always looks around the room and helps himself to a mint that I've left out for him. This time he grabbed the mint and lingered at my door. I caught him trying to walk with his foot inside a metal jewelry tray (shaped like a flip flop). It was exactly the size of his left foot, so we had a little chat about how it's not actually a flip flop. 

He enjoyed identifying which of his muscles were sore from playing video games by comparing his neck to the the anatomy charts outside my office door. I let him take a second piece of candy and thanked him for the massage he insisted on giving ME after his session. What a sweetheart! 

Find out what the buzz is about! I accept clients six days a week in my office on Main Street. You may schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

GOOD JOB: New FIVE STAR client review.

Note: I have 6-7 openings before Valentine's Day. Please let me know if you'd like to schedule a five star massage or send a gift certificate instantly.

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I love having so many new clients! These days I'm helping clients redeem their Christmas gift certificates as well as issuing Valentine's Day Gift certificates. 

★  ✰ ★ ☆ ✰ SEVENTY STARS ✰ ★ ✰ ☆ ★ 

Loyal and new clients, here's my latest five-star client review:

Client Rating	Service Scheduled
5 / 5 stars	Relaxation Massage - 60min

Client Review: "GOOD JOB"

• "Cindy did a good job on me, and she is very kind and friendly. I enjoyed my massage, and it was quiet in her place which is very important."

Find out what the buzz is about! I accept clients six days a week in my office on Main Street. You may schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

T-bar: a five star massage tool

And you thought only my hands were magical: today I'm discussing my favorite massage tool. I thought it was fitting since I covered my clients' top 10 words to describe their massages yesterday.

• I use special tools to help clients de-stress. You have probably experienced at least one tool if you've scheduled one of my integrated therapy sessions. I love having heat, rocks, towels, my t-bar, pillows, blankets, and a variety of massage creams available in my treatment room. Clients love them because they get a customized massage session that they can't get anywhere else!
• I also use tools to extend my career, especially my t-bar. Tools allow me to take care of my body. My thumbs aren't overworked, and I only have to use a small amount of pressure to get results. The modality (therapy) I use the t-bar the most: Neuromuscular Therapy, but it's an all-around excellent tool for getting out knots! 
• I've been using the t-bar since 2010. I was introduced to the t-bar in a NMT class taught by Judith Delany (she's a phenomenal massage therapist who helped develop NMT in North America). www.nmtcenter.com

If distance prevents you from scheduling an integrated therapy session, you may find this video on Youtube helpful. See what Ryan Hoyme of MassageNerd.com has to say about his t-bar 
Watch this video: t-bar (Youtube video)

The t-bar in the video is similar to the bevel-tipped one I've used for years. Using it correctly takes some practice, but I've had clients tell me they don't even know I'm using it. It is truly an extension of my body.

Find out what the buzz is about! I accept clients five days a week in my office on Main Street. You may schedule up to 90 days in advance using the BookNow button below:


Cynthia Given, LMT
604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

Top 10 words that clients use about Olney Massage by Cynthia Given, LMT

Clients see me for very different reasons, yet here are the top ten words used in client reviews:

1. relax / relaxing / relaxed
2. professional / very professional
3. great / greatest
4. excellent 
5. again 
6. thanks
7. environment 
8. awesome
9. recommend
10. wonders/wonderful

I've also seen these words pop up a time or two: 

soothing, outstanding, miracles, fantastic, comfortable

Some of the reasons that clients schedule a massage:

• celebrating a birthday or engagement
• recovering from an injury
• training for an race / event
• stress at work / home / school
• living with a condition: cancer / fibromyalgia / depression / anxiety
• new job / baby / home / relationship
• Valentine's Day / Mother's Day / Christmas
• just because

Find out what the buzz is about! I accept clients six days a week in my office on Main Street. You may schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:


Cynthia Given, LMT
604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

http://olneymassage.com

GREAT MASSAGE!!! New FIVE STAR client review.

NOTE: Last week, one of my new clients enjoyed a 75 minute relaxation massage. 

• Get a FREE upgrade for your first 60+ minute session of the year!
• Book online with web code "NY15." Ends 1/31/13

★  ✰ ★ ☆ ✰ SIXTY FIVE STARS ✰ ★ ✰ ☆ ★ 

Loyal and new clients, here's my thirteenth five-star client review:

Client Rating	Service Scheduled
5 / 5 stars	Relaxation Massage - 75min

Client Review: "GREAT MASSAGE!!!"

• "Cynthia did a great job!! I will definitely refer people to her. I booked online and it was simple and easy."

Schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

NO STRESS November is here!

Greetings! Are you ready to relax? 

• Get tips to de-stress during the holiday season. A new post comes out every Friday!
• Enjoy a 75-minute integrated therapy massage. It's the most popular service and includes deep relaxation techniques with extra attention to knots (muscle adhesions).
• Relax with this mp3 album on Amazon (it's free!)

Thank you for your support, loyalty, and referrals to friends and family!

Schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:


Cynthia Given, LMT
604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail
http://olneymassage.com

Outstanding job! New FIVE STAR client review.

NOTE: This client enjoyed a sampler massage. Click to enjoy three sampler sessions at a special rate in honor of Massage Therapy Awareness Week. Offer ends 10/27.

★ ☆ ✰ ★ ☆ ✰ FIFTY STARS ✰ ☆ ★ ✰ ☆ ★ 

Loyal and new clients, here's my tenth five-star client review:

Client Rating	Service Scheduled
5 / 5 stars	Sampler Session

Client Review: "Outstanding job!"

• "Gives an excellent massage!!!!! Very relaxing environment and does an amazing job with getting knots out."

Celebrate massage therapy awareness week with a pack of three sampler massages for just $109 (reg. $150). Choose from relaxation, deep tissue, or integrated therapy sessions. Ends 10/27.

Click here to purchase this special offer for yourself or a loved one.


Schedule up to 90 days in advance using the Booknow button below:

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

3-for-$109 this week only!

NEW CLIENTS: choose from relaxation, deep tissue, or NEW integrated therapy massages.

Celebrate massage therapy awareness week with a pack of three sampler massages for just $109 (reg. $150). Choose from relaxation, deep tissue, or integrated therapy sessions. Ends 10/27.

Click here to purchase this special offer for yourself or a loved one.


Schedule up to 90 days in advance using the BookNow button below:

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450
(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

Top Two Mother's Day Gifts

First time buying online? Cynthia's made it easy.

1. Enter the gift shop (link)
    
2. Choose your delivery method (email or mail)
3. Select a service or dollar amount
4. Check out securely. That's it!

TOP TWO MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS:

• $80 "Signature Sweet Feet" - 60min massage and custom spa foot exfoliation
• $75 dollar amount - can be used towards any spa/massage service

MORE GIFT IDEAS: massages from $60, spa packages from $140. You may also select a multiple-session package at a discounted rate (here). Need help? Just let me know.

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450 :: 

(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

 http://olneymassage.com

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Pay using your Health Savings or Flexible Spending Account

It's easy to pay using your HSA / FSA account:

1. Bring the debit card associated with your account to your appointment.
2. If applicable: please provide a copy of any notes from your physician recommending massage (helpful but NOT necessary).
3. Cynthia will swipe your card and ask you to authorize the transaction by providing a signature.

Your massage should be therapeutic, deep tissue, prenatal, or relaxation. You may schedule today using the BookNow! button below or leave a voicemail (392-3800).

Cynthia Given, LMT (618) 392-3800

604 W. Main St. :: Olney, IL 62450 :: (618) 392-3800 /voicemail

http://olneymassage.com

Add Lavender For a Better Massage

Lavender has been my most popular massage cream since I opened in 2007. I offer unscented massage cream as well as several other varieties, but lavender remains a top pick for anyone who experiences stress, anxiety or sleep issues.

Why combine lavender with massage?

According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, "Clinical studies have found participants who received massage with lavender felt less anxious and more positive than participants who received massage alone." (full article)

Six options that I offer for a more relaxing massage:

• heated massage table
• massage techniques for deep relaxation
• flannel sheets
• lavender massage cream
• customized massage music
• complimentary aromatherapy

Aromatherapy: upon request, I use a light and relaxing aromatherapy mist in my treatment room. It's a naturally-derived spray called "Sweet Dreams" by Sweet Creek Herbs. If lavender and chamomile relax you, just wait until you're on the heated table for a relaxing massage!

=> Personal note: lavender baths are a ritual at my sister's house.

Her kids (3-year-old twins and a 9-year-old) don't wind down at bedtime. They wind way, way up. Since she started adding lavender to their bath/bedtime rituals, my sister has enjoyed a little slice of heavenly peace at the end of the day.

Note: it's okay to fall asleep on the massage table.

I'll wake you when it's time to go!

The most effective massage to aid with sleep issues is a 90 minute relaxation massage. Note: lavender is not safe for everyone. Cynthia also carries allergy-friendly supplies.

Cynthia Given, LMT

604 W. Main St.

Olney, IL 62450

(618) 392-3800 /voicemail

http://olneymassage.com