Robert Andrew has more than 40 of the most highly trained stylists and colorists
in the area. Several have travelled abroad to train with some of the best educators
in the world, as well as attending education in-salon several times annually,
including advanced education with our Creative Director..
Our award-winning spa consists of over 15 nail technicians, over 15 Yonka-trained
aestheticians and over 20 massage therapists. Together, the 90+ experienced s
ervice providers at Robert Andrew are committed to nothing short of excellence.
For your convenience, we list the massage therapists so you may request a technician
based on their specific massage techniques and training in specialty modalities such as:
Swedish - There are four strokes in Swedish massage: effleurage,
petrissage, friction and tapotement. Effleurage is the long flowing strokes, petrissage
is the kneading strokes, friction is used to generate heat and bring blood to the surface,
and tapotement is the hitting type strokes. The aim of a Swedish massage is to relax
the tissues of the body, relieve stress and improve circulation.
Deep Tissue - Uses a combination of pressure and leverage to release
chronic patterns of tension in the body, to loosen the fibers of the muscles and to
release toxins.
Lomi Lomi - Lomi Lomi means rub rub and originated in Hawaii.
The therapists use their forearms to glide over the body with long flowing, quick strokes.
Lymphatic Drainage - Focused on making the lymph system of the body more
efficient, and relieves blockages.
Muscle Release Technique (MRT) - Developed specifically to treat chronic,
hard to treat muscle pain problems. During treatment sessions, clients learn how to
monitor their own body posture and practices they can use daily to keep themselves out of pain.
Myofascial - Involves turning or pressing the fascia
(connective tissue that covers muscle) in a direction that causes the therapist to
feel either increases or decreases resistance. The fascia responds to the trained touch
to release the adverse effects of inflammation, tensions and trauma.
Neuromuscular - Involves the therapist using postural assessment,
muscle testing, exercise and stretching to balance the nervous system. It enhances
the function of joints, muscles, and movement, and it releases endorphins, the body's own
natural pain killers.
Sports Massage - Typically used before, during and after athletic events
to prepare the athlete for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling,
to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.
Soft Tissue Assessment - Soft tissue therapy is designed to help
people who have sustained injury to their muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues.
Sotai - Designed to help you realign your body and regain your
internal balance. Sotai is for finding and relieving the tensions and kinks in your joints.
Shiatsu - Shiatsu means finger pressure and is a Japanese form
of acupressure. Involves balancing the meridians of the body by pressing and holding
certain points for 2 to 3 minutes each.
Thai - Involves rhythmic compressions and progressive stretches
to relax the sympathetic nervous system, soften muscles, re-establish flexibility
and increase range of motion.
Trigger Point Therapy - A Trigger point is an area of muscle tissue
that is hypercontracted (a knot). The therapist pushes on this point to relax the entire muscle.
Click on Services to view the massage therapies we offer. To learn more about our therapists, click the links on their names below.
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