Frequently Asked Questions
Prolong Symmetry is a synonym
for Maintain Balance
The purpose of this business is to specialize in different
modalities (techniques) and inform the general public
on how massage therapy can help anyone/everyone
One of the MOST IMPORTANT factors is that your
MASSAGE EXPERIENCE WILL not be ENJOYABLE if you
feel uncomfortable at anytime during the session.
Communicate with the practitioner if there is any pain or
discomfort at anytime.
Do NOT be scared to let the therapist know so that
he/she can adjust the pressure accordingly.
Please do not hesitate to call or email with any questions or
comments.
314.315.3935 or
contact@prolongsymmetry.com
What are the hours and location?
Massages are given by appointments. Walk-Ins are welcome but please
understand that currently there are only two therapists and if you call we
will make sure to answer any and every question to the best of our ability.
Please call 314.315.3935
42 Four Seasons Shopping Center
East Offices #109
Chesterfield MO 63017.
Please call for an APPOINTMENT to hold your spot
Massages Available between:
Monday- Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 12-6 pm
Who are your Massage Therapists?
Currently there are two massage therapist and always looking for other
Licensed Massage Professionals to join our team.
LMT mo#2006008068
Certified in Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Hot/ Cold Stone Massage,
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® and Sports Massage.
Currently at 131 hours of Continuing Education Units. A therapist needs
24 CE's every 4 years to maintain their license.
1 of 2 AOBT therapists in St. Louis County. The ONLY AOBT Therapist in
the state of Missouri who has taken the advanced classes for Ashiatsu
Oriental Bar Therapy® (AOBT) and studied under the Founder Ruthie
Piper Hardee.
Lisha Henderson LMT#
Is a 2008 Massage Graduate from Allied College. Currently working on
CEU's and is anticipating 2010 as apart of the PSMB team.
What is the difference between Ashiatsu Techniques?Ex. Ashiatsu
Bar Massage and Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy?
Basically it's the technique and who trademarked the procedure.
There are 3 accredited barefoot modalities listed with the NCBTMB.
The technique that is given at PSMB is:
Ruthie Piper Hardee trademarked Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® and
was the first nationally approved course-study for a western barefoot
effluerage technique using bars on the ceiling. Headquarters is in
Denver, Colorado.
Please click image to go to
www.deepfeet.com
Please note that there is confusion on who is
who and what technique is used. We have a
Notice To Public from the Founder Ruthie
Piper Hardee on the doors of our
establishment.
*note that if there is any other AOBT therapist in the area contact me
and/or the founder so that we can make corrections and update our
records*
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is not a full body massage. The client does not remove any
clothing and the therapist will massage the hands up to the elbows and
the feet up to the knees. The therapist uses specific thumb and finger
movement to certain points on the feet and hands that reflect areas and
parts of the body. Everyone responds to stress differently. This is a way
of coaching the body to not respond to stress, anxiety, and/or tension but
to calm down and loosen up, letting the stress stream off, rather than
within.
Top 10 Benefits of Reflexology are:
*helps alleviate stress and tension
*improves circulation throughout the body
*aids in the removal of toxins
*helps the body maintain a natural state of homeostasis
*encourages the immune system to work at its optimum level
*helps rejuvenate the system and increase energy levels
*breaks up the blockages affecting the flow of energy throughout the body
*relieves common aches and pains
*contributes to the overall well-being of the body, mind and soul
*promotes healthy organ function
top 10 benefits of Reflexology
Valerie Voner, C.R.T.,C.T.M., R.M.T
What is Hot/Cold Stone Massage?
The use of hot stones dates back 5,000 years in India, as part of the
Ayervedic medicine. Native American healers from Arizona would gather
rocks from rivers and warm them in hot coals, wrapping them in cloth
and putting them on the body. This leads the relaxation process relieving
muscle pain and discomfort.
Stones are placed on key points of the body. This allows deep direct
heat which will relax the muscles. If there is an injury or a swollen
muscle then chilled marble stones would be used.
Hot stones expand the blood vessels pushing blood and waste
materials through the body. Circulation is increased, arthritis conditions
alleviated, back pain reduced, tension and anxiety reduced, and
insomnia relieved.
Cold stones are the opposite. They cause the blood vessels to constrict.
This allows the lymphatic system to remove toxins more efficiently. Cold
stones one the face will tone the skin, shrink pores, and reduce flushed
areas on the face.
An authentic hot stone massage is not simply the "gliding" of heated
stones lightly upon the surface of the skin, but rather the stones are
used as tools to deliver effective tissue and muscle massage at a
pressure level comfortable to the client. The client can request light,
medium or deep pressure, which is the beauty of the hot stone
massage technique. It can be customized in an instant to the request of
the client.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_massage
For your safety as well as ours please DO NOT BE OFFENDED by the
questions they are a "MUST" to ask before given a Stone Massage.
There will be a form to sign stating that all the contraindications below
were discussed.
This is a list of contraindications for Hot Stones Massage. If you have any
of the following please let your therapist know and contact your doctor
before proceeding: This is for your well being....
*Cancer~ Hot stones stimulate the lymphatic system, which may cause
cancer to spread. It is best if patient is in full remission. Please contact
your doctor.
*Skin conditions, such as rashes or lesions~ No massage should be
done if this is present, it may cause spreading, especially if skin irritation
is weeping.
*Cardiac~ Stones increase blood pressure
*Muscle or nerve inflammation~stones will over stimulate areas that are
swollen and make it worse. Cold stones would be best.
*Medications~if you are using medications or products causes
hypersensitivity to the skin, such as antibiotics or Retin A.
*Herpes~ if active massage should be avoided all together
*Varicose Veins~ work will only be done to the areas superior to the
veins.
Institute of Somatic Therapy
What is Sports Massage?
A form of massage that utilizes specific strokes to help athletes obtain
maximum performance and physical conditioning by increasing power
endurance and mobility—both before and after an event or exercise.
2006 Sports Massage Brochure ~~ABMP
More stretching techniques are involved and can be done fully clothed.
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?
Helps detox your body, improves immune system, and drains fluid in the
your body. Can assist by reducing swelling, bruises, PMS, and post-
surgery.
Lymph nodes are the processing center of fighting off infection in the
body.
for Maintain Balance
The purpose of this business is to specialize in different
modalities (techniques) and inform the general public
on how massage therapy can help anyone/everyone
One of the MOST IMPORTANT factors is that your
MASSAGE EXPERIENCE WILL not be ENJOYABLE if you
feel uncomfortable at anytime during the session.
Communicate with the practitioner if there is any pain or
discomfort at anytime.
Do NOT be scared to let the therapist know so that
he/she can adjust the pressure accordingly.
Please do not hesitate to call or email with any questions or
comments.
314.315.3935 or
contact@prolongsymmetry.com
What are the hours and location?
Massages are given by appointments. Walk-Ins are welcome but please
understand that currently there are only two therapists and if you call we
will make sure to answer any and every question to the best of our ability.
Please call 314.315.3935
42 Four Seasons Shopping Center
East Offices #109
Chesterfield MO 63017.
Please call for an APPOINTMENT to hold your spot
Massages Available between:
Monday- Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 12-6 pm
Who are your Massage Therapists?
Currently there are two massage therapist and always looking for other
Licensed Massage Professionals to join our team.
LMT mo#2006008068
Certified in Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Hot/ Cold Stone Massage,
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® and Sports Massage.
Currently at 131 hours of Continuing Education Units. A therapist needs
24 CE's every 4 years to maintain their license.
1 of 2 AOBT therapists in St. Louis County. The ONLY AOBT Therapist in
the state of Missouri who has taken the advanced classes for Ashiatsu
Oriental Bar Therapy® (AOBT) and studied under the Founder Ruthie
Piper Hardee.
Lisha Henderson LMT#
Is a 2008 Massage Graduate from Allied College. Currently working on
CEU's and is anticipating 2010 as apart of the PSMB team.
What is the difference between Ashiatsu Techniques?Ex. Ashiatsu
Bar Massage and Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy?
Basically it's the technique and who trademarked the procedure.
There are 3 accredited barefoot modalities listed with the NCBTMB.
The technique that is given at PSMB is:
Ruthie Piper Hardee trademarked Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® and
was the first nationally approved course-study for a western barefoot
effluerage technique using bars on the ceiling. Headquarters is in
Denver, Colorado.
Please click image to go to
www.deepfeet.com
Please note that there is confusion on who is
who and what technique is used. We have a
Notice To Public from the Founder Ruthie
Piper Hardee on the doors of our
establishment.
*note that if there is any other AOBT therapist in the area contact me
and/or the founder so that we can make corrections and update our
records*
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is not a full body massage. The client does not remove any
clothing and the therapist will massage the hands up to the elbows and
the feet up to the knees. The therapist uses specific thumb and finger
movement to certain points on the feet and hands that reflect areas and
parts of the body. Everyone responds to stress differently. This is a way
of coaching the body to not respond to stress, anxiety, and/or tension but
to calm down and loosen up, letting the stress stream off, rather than
within.
Top 10 Benefits of Reflexology are:
*helps alleviate stress and tension
*improves circulation throughout the body
*aids in the removal of toxins
*helps the body maintain a natural state of homeostasis
*encourages the immune system to work at its optimum level
*helps rejuvenate the system and increase energy levels
*breaks up the blockages affecting the flow of energy throughout the body
*relieves common aches and pains
*contributes to the overall well-being of the body, mind and soul
*promotes healthy organ function
top 10 benefits of Reflexology
Valerie Voner, C.R.T.,C.T.M., R.M.T
What is Hot/Cold Stone Massage?
The use of hot stones dates back 5,000 years in India, as part of the
Ayervedic medicine. Native American healers from Arizona would gather
rocks from rivers and warm them in hot coals, wrapping them in cloth
and putting them on the body. This leads the relaxation process relieving
muscle pain and discomfort.
Stones are placed on key points of the body. This allows deep direct
heat which will relax the muscles. If there is an injury or a swollen
muscle then chilled marble stones would be used.
Hot stones expand the blood vessels pushing blood and waste
materials through the body. Circulation is increased, arthritis conditions
alleviated, back pain reduced, tension and anxiety reduced, and
insomnia relieved.
Cold stones are the opposite. They cause the blood vessels to constrict.
This allows the lymphatic system to remove toxins more efficiently. Cold
stones one the face will tone the skin, shrink pores, and reduce flushed
areas on the face.
An authentic hot stone massage is not simply the "gliding" of heated
stones lightly upon the surface of the skin, but rather the stones are
used as tools to deliver effective tissue and muscle massage at a
pressure level comfortable to the client. The client can request light,
medium or deep pressure, which is the beauty of the hot stone
massage technique. It can be customized in an instant to the request of
the client.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_massage
For your safety as well as ours please DO NOT BE OFFENDED by the
questions they are a "MUST" to ask before given a Stone Massage.
There will be a form to sign stating that all the contraindications below
were discussed.
This is a list of contraindications for Hot Stones Massage. If you have any
of the following please let your therapist know and contact your doctor
before proceeding: This is for your well being....
*Cancer~ Hot stones stimulate the lymphatic system, which may cause
cancer to spread. It is best if patient is in full remission. Please contact
your doctor.
*Skin conditions, such as rashes or lesions~ No massage should be
done if this is present, it may cause spreading, especially if skin irritation
is weeping.
*Cardiac~ Stones increase blood pressure
*Muscle or nerve inflammation~stones will over stimulate areas that are
swollen and make it worse. Cold stones would be best.
*Medications~if you are using medications or products causes
hypersensitivity to the skin, such as antibiotics or Retin A.
*Herpes~ if active massage should be avoided all together
*Varicose Veins~ work will only be done to the areas superior to the
veins.
Institute of Somatic Therapy
What is Sports Massage?
A form of massage that utilizes specific strokes to help athletes obtain
maximum performance and physical conditioning by increasing power
endurance and mobility—both before and after an event or exercise.
2006 Sports Massage Brochure ~~ABMP
More stretching techniques are involved and can be done fully clothed.
What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?
Helps detox your body, improves immune system, and drains fluid in the
your body. Can assist by reducing swelling, bruises, PMS, and post-
surgery.
Lymph nodes are the processing center of fighting off infection in the
body.
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| Rhonda Larkins is the only LMT in the state of Missouri to take the advanced classes of AOBT by the founder." ~~~Ruthie Piper Hardee Founder of Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® |
