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About me:
My name is Kristen Johnson. I am a licensed and insured massage therapist in the state of Florida. I graduated from Pensacola School of Massage and Health Careers and received my license in 2012. I have over 35 years of massage experience, 12 of them as a licensed massage therapist. I knew from a young age that I wanted to help others heaI and have a natural talent for it. I graduated from massage school at the top of my class and bring my hard work and dedication into my business. I currently have an office in Cordova Square. The modalities I practice are Relaxation Massage and Therapeutic Massage with elements of Lomi Lomi, Acupressure, Reflexology, Shiatsu, Rolfing, Myofascial Release, Cranial Sacral, Sports Massage, Thai Yoga Massage, and Medical Massage. My goal is for each client to be at their best and feeling their best.
I came into this line of work because I believe in the healing power of massage and it is an effective non-pharmaceutical (holistic) approach to pain management. Massage Therapy is one of the oldest forms of medicine. It has been around for over 5,000 years. Massage therapy is being considered more and more each day due to its numerous health benefits. Some of the benefits include a better quality of sleep, improved concentration, energy renewal, pain relief, and most of all it feels GREAT!! The benefits of massage therapy are endless and it is better for your overall heath and well being.
Did you know?
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Most people (43%)get massage therapy for medical reasons that pertain to pain relief from conditions such as muscle soreness, muscle stiffness, and recovery from injuries. Some get massage as a means to stay fit. A bodybuilder can increase muscle mass by getting a massage twice a week. Then there are some who get massage for stress reduction/relaxation. This catergory is 32% of those that get massage regularly. Only 25% receive massage as an indulgence. It is a luxury to a degree, but the benefits alone cannot be ignored.
83% of Americans are stressed out at work. Over 50% of lost work days are stress related which keeps over 1 million people from work per day. 40% of job turnover is due to stress. Stress is a big deal, folks. Massage can help with stress a great deal. Massage has been proven to boost the immune system and release endorphins(stress-relieving hormones) making people HEALTHIER and HAPPIER. Just 60 minutes of massage therapy has the same healing properties as the body getting 7-8 hours of sleep. Think about that.
We live in a touch deprived world. Most people that get massage therapy do so because a need isn't being met whether it is physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Massage taps into them ALL. It has been proven that the act of touch itself can help a person grow and thrive.
