For same day appointment requests, give us a call during reception hours at 804-779-5052.

Specialty Massage Services

& add-ons

30 Min $85 | 45 Min $105 | 60 Min $135 | 75 min $160 | 90 Min $195 | 105 min $225 | 2 Hours $255 | 2.5 Hours $295 | 3 Hours $335


Abdominal Unlocking

Available in 30 Minute - 2.5 Hour Durations

Abdominal Unlocking is beneficial for:

  • chronic musculoskeletal pain

  • digestive stagnation or excess

  • headaches and migraines

  • sciatica

  • back, hip and knee pain

  • repetitive strain injuries, e.g. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • whiplash and other physical trauma

  • shoulder periarthritis and capsulitis

  • restricted range of motion

  • post-surgical pain and scar tissue

  • swallowing difficulties

  • endometriosis

  • neuromotor problems, + much more!

The abdomen is one of the most neglected regions of the body, but secretly can harbor the true roots of widespread, chronic ailment. Abdominal Unlocking sessions are 60 to 180 minute sessions during which Myofascial Release, Visceral Manipulation and/or traditional Thai techniques are used to address adhesion & stagnancy in all layers of the abdomen, yielding relief that resonates.


Craniosacral Therapy

Available in 45 - 90 Minute durations

Craniosacral Therapy is helpful for:

  • Migraines, Headaches

  • Motor-Coordination Impairments

  • Central Nervous System Disorders

  • Stress and Tension-Related Problems

  • Fibromyalgia and other Connective-Tissue Disorders

  • Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) and Dental Challenges

  • Immune Disorders

  • Post-Surgical Dysfunction

“CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system, which has been shown to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, as well as many other systems of the body, such as digestive, musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulatory, and more. CST has also been shown to help with the physical components related to such somatic conditions as Post Traumatic Stress, depression and anxiety.” - CST as defined by the Upledger Institute

*Our massage therapists that offer CST have received their trainings from a variety of schools. For inquiries regarding specific LMTs and their specific trainings, please contact Mackenzie at mack@resolvebodyworksrva.com.


Hot Stone Massage

Available in 90 Minute - 2 Hour durations

Basalt lava stones are polished, smoothed, heated and incorporated into a restorative therapeutic massage experience. Excellent for loosening muscles, relieving stress, and easing tension- hot stone therapy is great for stubborn muscles and overall relaxation of the central nervous system. Heated to between 110 and 130 degrees, the stones are hot enough to warm and relax your muscles but not too hot to cause skin irritation. Heat has an instantaneous relaxation effect on muscles, serving as an excellent tool to access deeper layers of muscle tissue in especially problematic areas of muscle tension.

Medical conditions which may benefit from Hot Stone Massage:
•Autoimmune disorders - Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis and a number of other autoimmune related conditions.
•Chronic muscle spasms, tension and pain
I•Insomnia, anxiety, depression


Myofascial Release Therapy

Available in 30 Minute - 2 Hour durations

Myofascial Release is helpful for:

  • Migraines

  • Pain that presents on one side or in one area of the body

  • Chronic back pain

  • Endometriosis

  • Sciatica

  • Bladder dysfunction

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Birth-related injuries

  • Sports injuries

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Myofascial Release aims to reduce pain and restore motion in restricted tissues through gentle, sustained pressure, allowing the fascia to relax. MFR is slow-paced and specific. It doesn’t hurt, but requires patience, as it takes time for restricted tissue to soften.

Myofascial Release Therapy consists of slow, sustained movements involving pressures and positions specifically applied to allow relaxation of restricted fascial tissue.


TMJ Release

Available in 30 - 60 Minute durations

TMJ Release is beneficial for:

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  • localized relief of pain

  • increased range of motion

  • decreased need to clench your jaw

  • reduction of jaw clicking

  • minimized ear ringing

  • increased fascial circulation

External and Intraoral TMJ Release is a technique under the Craniosacral umbrella that provides relief of chronic temporomandibular joint-related ailment.

Using gentle pressure, the practitioner targets the structure of the jaw to yield results including, but not limited to, localized relief of pain, increased range of motion, decreased need to clench your jaw, reduction of jaw clicking, minimized ear ringing, and increased fascial circulation. Intraoral techniques involve the practitioner manipulating the tissue and structure inside the mouth.

While the client is unmasked during this work, the practitioner is donned with face mask, face shield, and medical gloves.

Precautions are taken to ensure safety due to the intraoral nature of this work.


Traditional Thai Bodywork

Available in 30 Minute - 3 Hour durations

Traditional Thai Bodywork is beneficial for:

  • general tension

  • cross-body restrictions

  • leg + low back pain

  • knee pain

  • nerve pain, and much more!

Traditional Thai Bodywork is a slow-paced healing session during which the therapist uses their hands, feet, elbows, and knees to compress the muscles, stimulate acupressure points and gently stretch the body, allowing deep relaxation, decompression, opening and relief.


Add-Ons

& techniques for use at LMT discretion

 

 

Fire Cupping

30 min $80

Fire cupping is not bookable by clients, but is booked at your massage therapist’s discretion.

Fire cupping uses a flame to create suction within heavy glass massage cups, targeting superficial & deep layers of the body. By creating space, glass cups facilitate movement of blood & lymph to trouble areas, removing stagnant metabolic waste from the targeted tissues. Often, markings left by fire cupping can be telling of areas to look to in future assessment of ailment, and can function as a pre-emptive “diagnostic” tool for future physical therapies.


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Scraping

IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation), Gaan Kroot (Thai style), or Gua Sha (Chinese style)

complementary | for use at therapist discretion

While cupping can be a superstar for circulatory & anti-adhesive effect in the superficial layers of the body, scraping can help to manually disperse & prevent scar tissue build-up, and other superficial adhesions. You may look like you’ve been truly scraped after this technique is applied, but its effects are profound and long-lived.


Kinesiology Taping

$15 add-on | for use at therapist discretion

The lymphatic system is the way your body regulates swelling and fluid buildup. In theory, when kinesiology tape is applied, it creates extra subcutaneous space, which changes the pressure gradient in the area underneath your skin. That change in pressure enhances the flow of lymphatic fluid, providing support and relief of pain in the affected muscles, joints, and/or ligaments. It reduces swelling, increases mobility and enhances recovery time. KT Tape may be used by select therapists where deemed beneficial.


We also offer Standard Tier Services, including:

  • Therapeutic Massage

  • Therapeutic Relaxation Massage

  • Prenatal Therapeutic Massage

  • Face & Scalp Massage

  • Grief Massage

  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage

  • Oncology Massage

  • Reflexology

  • Sports Massage

  • Cupping for Lymphatic Drainage (MCTLD)

  • Cupping for the Face

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