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8 Incredible
Benefits Massage Therapy Can Give You

Loosen TMJ - Temporomandibular Joint, or TMJ as it’s known, is the hinge where your lower jaw bone attaches to your skull. TMJ disorder causes pain in the joint and surrounding muscles. A TMJ massage will relieve the painful and uncomfortable side effects that come with TMJ disorder. Those side effects include:
- Tender Jaw
- Pain in or around the ear
- Lock Jaw
- Pain when chewing
-Tinnitus (ringing/buzzing in the ear)

Immune System - Massage will help boost your immune system. In 2010, Cedars-Sinai’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences did a study on the benefits of massage therapy. Each participant had to rest for approximately 30 minutes before the massage, and then had blood drawn at intervals before and after the massage. The results showed that having a massage increased your white blood cells.

Sleep - Receiving regular massage treatments can help to improve your sleep quality and quantity. Massage will help elevate your serotonin and dopamine levels which will help you sleep better and longer.

Circulation and Blood Pressure - Massage helps to increase blood flow throughout your body, which in turn will help with your circulation. Receiving regular massages will help to maintain this benefit. Along with increasing blood circulation, massage can also reduce blood pressure. By allowing your body to fully relax, you will notice better circulation and then lowered blood pressure as a result.

Stress, Anxiety, and Depression - Massage puts the body in a deep state of relaxation which helps to reduce stress and anxiety. Many people also see a decrease in symptoms of depression.

Muscle Tightness and Flexibility - From sports injuries to tension due to stress, massage will help reduce pain in your muscles. Increased blood flow to the area during and after massage helps to loosen stiff muscles and allow for increased flexibility.

Mood and Wellbeing - Because massage helps your body to release dopamine, it can help to improve your mood and wellbeing. Along with the other benefits, you can enjoy long-lasting benefits that will maintain your overall wellbeing.

Prenatal Massage- Along with several of the above listed benefits, pregnancy massage can also provide a set of it’s own benefits. Did you know that regular massage can help with hormone regulation? It can also minimize swelling and relieve pain and stress related to pregnancy.

Available Treatment Options

  • The Jaw-Pelvis Connection:
    Release one, support the other.

    Alignment Mirrors:
    Misaligned jaw equals misaligned pelvis.

    TMJ dysfunction leads to hip rotation or low back pain. Breath & Posture:

    Mouth breathing and poor tongue posture collapse the airway leads to forward head posture which leads to pelvic compensation.

    Fascial Chain Link:
    The jaw and pelvis are connected through fascia, muscles, and the dural tube (your nervous system's protective sleeve).

    Tension in one affects the other.

    Pelvic Floor and TMJ mirror each other.

    Both areas are part of core stabilization.

    Clenching or grinding the jaw often coexists with a tight or dysfunctional pelvic floor.

    This treatment is a full body approach. Using massage techniques to help release the hips and pelvic and reduce discomfort in the neck, shoulders, and Jaw.

    Targeting the deeper facial muscles from the inside out, this treatment offers benefits beyond the surface of the skin. It effectively reduces tightness in the jaw and cheek region, alleviates TMJ-related discomfort, and enhances overall muscle function for a rejuvenated and lifted appearance. While focusing on TMJ concerns, this treatment also promotes relaxation of the nervous system and can achieve a sculpted look through myofascial release and improved lymphatic flow.

    Upon completion of the session, you will experience a sense of lightness, deep relaxation, and overall rebalancing.

    60 min $180

  • Craniosacral Fascial Therapy-CFT is founded on the concept that the Craniosacral and Fascial systems are not distinct entities but rather an integrated system. This approach combines the principles of Cranial Sacral Therapy and Myofascial Release Therapy, incorporating dental techniques as well. CFT is a gentle full body and holistic modality that offers therapeutic advantages without the potential for adverse reactions.

    60 min Craniosacral $115

  • The Jaw-Pelvis Connection:
    Release One, Support The Other.

    Pelvic Floor and TMJ mirror each other. Both areas are part of core stabilization.

    Clenching or grinding the jaw often coexists with a tight or dysfunctional pelvic floor. The Thai Abdominal Massage is a comprehensive healing modality that centers around the abdomen to enhance overall physical, emotional, and spiritual health. This gentle yet effective technique incorporates principles from traditional Thai healing practices to support digestion, cleanse the body, and facilitate emotional healing.

    Thai herbal compress balls are used for deeper relaxation and healing.

    60 min $130

  • Our professional approach to the timeless Swedish Massage entails employing a much-valued technique that effectively diminishes tension, enhances micro-circulation, and fosters profound relaxation. By utilizing comforting jojoba oil and employing smooth, uninterrupted motions with gentle to moderate pressure, this treatment effectively alleviates fatigue, promoting an overall sense of well-being that restores harmony to the mind, body, and soul. Additionally, the utilization of warm stones on the back further intensifies the relaxation experience. Should you require a more intense or targeted treatment, please consult our treatment menu for a variety of alternative options.

    60 min $115

  • This delightful pregnancy massage is specifically crafted for expectant mothers in their second and third trimester. It aims to alleviate the discomforts and pains that often accompany the nurturing of your precious bundle of joy. The session begins with a comprehensive dry brushing ritual, which serves to invigorate and soften dry, flaky skin, while also enhancing circulation and purifying the lymphatic system. Following this, a soothing full-body massage is administered using warm jojoba oil, focusing on areas that are prone to tension during pregnancy. This therapeutic approach promotes both physical comfort and deep relaxation.

    60 min $115

  • Therapeutic massage is a broad term for massage focused on healing and well-being, using various techniques for specific issues, while deep tissue massage is a type of therapeutic massage that uses intense, slow strokes with firm pressure to reach deep muscle layers for chronic pain and tension. Deep tissue targets deeper problems, whereas general therapeutic massage can be gentler and holistic, aiming for overall relaxation and addressing issues like posture or poor circulation with varied techniques. It's important to note that "deep tissue" sessions may not be suitable for everyone, regardless of their stated preference.

    60 min $130
    90 min $160

  • The term "Ashi" in Japanese refers to the foot, while "atsu" signifies pressure. Ashiatsu therapy, on the other hand, is a technique for massaging with bare feet, where the therapist applies deep, broad, and consistent pressure by utilizing their feet and body weight. To facilitate the process, parallel bars are securely positioned above the treatment table, enabling the therapist to work with gravity, thereby promoting spinal elongation and enhancing circulation.

    60 min $130

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About Me

Joanne - TMJ Worker

Hi, I’m JoAnne! I graduated from the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in 2002, and with more than two decades of experience, I've worked in a wide range of settings—chiropractic clinics, rehabilitation centers, luxury spas, hotels, corporate chair massage events, and private home services just to name a few.

Over the years, I’ve expanded my expertise through training in Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT), CFT Infant Training, Myofunctional Therapy, Temporomandibular Disorder (TMJ)/Buccal Levels 1 and 2, Advanced TMJ/Buccal Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Thai Abdominal Massage.

I specialize in the following areas:

  • TMJ Jaw Release and Buccal Massage

  • Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)

  • Myofunctional Therapy

  • Neuromuscular Therapy

As a Licensed Massage Therapist and Esthetician, I specialize in TMJ jaw release, supported by over 20 years in the dental field, primarily in orthodontics. My advanced training in TMJ Therapy helps me identify and address imbalances that often go unnoticed. I take a holistic approach, using gentle modalities such as Neuromuscular Therapy, CFT, Buccal Massage, and Tuning Forks to help clients manage TMJ pain, headaches, and stress. I’m also passionate about educating clients on the importance of airway breathing through Myofunctional Therapy and CFT, and I find deep satisfaction in seeing the immediate and lasting benefits these therapies provide.

I can’t wait to help you kickstart your journey to healing and wellness.

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Contact Me

Phone: 401.219.1887
Email: joannelmt8@gmail.com

Conveniently Located at:

Healing in Harmony Wellness Center
185 Putnam Pike (Rt 44),
Chepachet, RI 02814

Map of Joanne's location for TMJ work

and

Botanic Providence
105 Wickenden Street,
Providence, RI, 02903

Map showing the downtown Providence area, including Providence River Walk, Point Street, Bridge Street, and nearby landmarks such as Trader Joe's, Al Forno Restaurant, and River House.
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