Treatments
The following list contains brief descriptions of the treatments and modalities offered at Health Alternatives of Sewickley. Remember that all of these are to compliment not compete with your current health care regimen.
If you are unsure of what treatment style would best meet your needs, ask your therapist for advice or e-mail your questions/concerns to info@healthatsewickley.com
KMI Structural Integration
KMI Structural Integration consists of a multi-session protocol ( often 12, but no less than 3) of slow, deep fascial and myofascial manipulation combined with movement re-education. The KMI "brand" of structural integration concentrates on doing lasting, significant work with anatomical precision and sensitivity to your individual needs. This approach is based both on the work of Dr. Ida Rolf and on Thomas Myers' best seller, "The Anatomy Trains Myofascial Meridians." David
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy is a modality used for the relief of pain and dysfunction originating in both the muscles and connective tissue. The approach and techniques are the result of lifelong research by Drs. Janet Travell and David Simons. It is recognized by the American Academy of Pain Management as an effective way to treat myofascial pain and dysfunction. Hanne, Mary Jo
Orthopedic Massage
Orthopedic Massage is a comprehensive system capable of integrating a variety of massage techniques in the treatment of soft tissue dysfunctions, pain and injuries. The four components that characterize this system are: orthopedic assessment, matching the physiology of the injury with the physiological effects of the treatment, adaptability to individual needs and understanding the rehabilitative process. Denise
Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy is an approach to recovery from acute and chronic pain syndromes which utilize specific manual massage techniques, flexibility stretching and therapist-directed self care to eliminate the causes of most neuromuscular pain patterns. Denise, Hanne, Mary Jo
Medical Massage
Medical Massage is a system of manual therapy that addresses the needs of clinical rehabilitation. While universal consensus as to what specifically constitutes medical massage is still pending it is generally agreed upon that medical massage is applied to the specific area and primary pathology of the chief physical complaint(s) and involves a series of treatments to correct abnormal conditions in the musculoskeletal system. While all the bodyworkers at Health Alternatives are all highly clinically trained, only one has taken the National Medical Massage Certification Boards: Mary Jo
Nutritional Counseling
Nutritional Counseling offers guidance by a PA registered and licensed dietitian for people of all ages. Areas of expertise include weight management, appropriate eating for chronic disease states ( diabetes, cancer etc...), vitamin and supplement guidance and other areas of general and clinical nutrition. Annette
Lymphatic Drainage
Lymphatic Drainage was developed in Europe as a modality for the treatment of lymphedema. It is a delicate form of massage that boosts the immune system, improves metabolism and helps the body eliminate toxins. Denise
Pregnancy/Post-Pregnancy
Pregnancy/Post-Pregnancy, many women find that bodywork during pregnancy not only promotes relaxation and reduces stress but helps them relieve the bodily aches and pains associated with childbirth. It also increases circulation and diminishes the likelyhood of varicose veins and swollen feet and legs. Postpartum bodywork is also essential to restoring the new mother back to her own body and, due to the high amount of elastin in her body, can usually create significant changes in her structure. New mothers are welcome to bring their babies with them, just ask ahead. David, Hanne
Pediatric Bodywork
Pediatric Bodywork which adapts the relevant techniques and tailors them to child or teen, allowing for developmental factors. It is a requirement that a parent or guardian be present during these sessions. David
Hot Stone Massage
Hot Stone Massage uses heated basalt stones in conjunction with Swedish massage. The stone act both as a sedative and a dilator of the blood vessels taking the body into a state of deeper state of relaxation and enhancing the effects of the massage. Denise
