There’s no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen. Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress-related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress.

While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage therapy can, without a doubt, help manage stress. This translates into:

• Decreased anxiety.
• Enhanced sleep quality.
• Greater energy.
• Improved concentration.
• Increased blood circulation.
• Reduced fatigue
• Reduced inflammation and swelling
• Reduction in joint stiffness
• Loosens tight muscles
• promotes lymphatic drainage
• aides in the development of muscle and connective tissue reconstruction
• decreases scar tissue formation

 

Advanced Method to Decrease Pain and Improve Function

Massage therapy is an advanced method that allows us to decrease pain and improve function in areas that may suffer from the following:

1. Scar Tissue
2. Chronic Inflammation
3. Adhesions in muscles, tendons, and ligaments
4. Repetitive Stress Injuries to muscles, joint capsules & connective tissues

 

Profound Effects

In response to massage therapy, specific physiological and chemical changes cascade throughout the body, with profound effects.
Research shows that with soft tissue therapy:

• Arthritis sufferers note fewer aches and less stiffness and pain.
• Asthmatic children show better pulmonary function and increased peak air flow.
• Burn injury patients report reduced pain, itching, and anxiety.
• High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower diastolic blood pressure, anxiety, and stress hormones.
• Premenstrual syndrome sufferers have decreased water retention and cramping.
• Preterm infants have improved weight gain.

 

A Hand-In-Hand Relationship

What separates our massage therapy from other practices is that our licensed therapists work hand-in-hand with our wonderful restoration and rehabilitation program, which means the patient gets the highest level of care and knowledge available.

Sarah Waldoch, LMT

Hi! I’m Sarah Waldoch. I moved to Fargo from Bemidji in 2019 and am proud to be a happily married mom of two and grandma to one wonderful grandson.

I’ve been a Board-Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist since 2012, specializing in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. My approach is integrative—I combine a variety of techniques tailored to each client’s unique needs, whether it’s pain relief, relaxation, re-energizing, or stress reduction. My specialties include Deep Tissue, Medical Massage, Myofascial Release, Swedish, Reflexology, Sports Massage, Cupping, and Energy Work (Reiki).

Please submit the following contact form to request an appointment with Sarah. We will email you all the details of the treatments available and instructions on how to schedule your appointment.