Advanced Integrative Therapies · The problem-solver session.
Tracy works best with sports enthusiasts and hard bodies. Barbi works best with post-surgery clients and medical conditions (learn about Advanced Therapeutic Massage).
What are Advanced Integrative Therapies?
Advanced Integrative Therapies is a problem-solving session that combines tools and techniques: cupping, myofascial release, gua sha, assisted stretching, muscle energy technique (MET) and trigger point work. We choose the mix based on what your body needs that day.
Who Advanced Integrative Therapies are for
- Tension that hasn’t budged with regular massage
- Limited range of motion in a shoulder, hip, knees or neck
- Active bodies and athletes
- Anyone curious about cupping or gua sha
What to expect in your Advanced Integrative Therapies session
We start with a quick assessment of how you move, where your pain is and what your overall goal is. Every tool is explained before we use it, and you can say no to any of them. Cupping can leave round marks from the increased blood flow that usually fade within a few days. Gua sha can leave red streaks or marks from connective tissue adhesion release. Myofascial release can leave tissues feeling tender. Sessions run 60 or 90 minutes.
Why fascial release, cupping, gua sha and integrative therapies at Embodied Healing Center
Tools are only as good as the hands and judgment behind them. We use them with purpose, not for show, and pace the work to your nervous system so your body can actually let go and invite us in.
Pairs well with
- Sports Recovery: if training is part of the picture
- Hot Stoned Bliss: if heat makes your muscles feel like they’re melting
- Release & Realign: when your back needs space, too
- Fall Back Scrub: if sweat makes your back break out or get rough
Advanced Integrative Therapies FAQ
Will cupping leave marks?
Stationary cup-often, yes. The round marks are usually painless and fade within a few days. Tell us if you have an event coming up. Myofascial or gliding cupping does not leave any marks and can be done on more sensitive tissues.
What is gua sha/IASTM?
A smooth-edged tool glided over the skin to ease tight tissue relieve adhesions and sticky connective tissue and support circulation.
What is muscle energy techniques (MET)?
A gentle technique where you lightly contract a muscle against resistance, then relax, to help it release and lengthen.
Does it hurt?
It can feel intense in spots, but never more than you agree to. You can change or stop any technique. If the area was worked intensely, your therapist may apply cold therapy to reduce pain and inflammation.
Can I book just cupping, just guasha, just fascial release?
Yes. Tell us at check-in and we will focus the session there. While the service name may change to reflect what we actually did, the techniques we use each and every session are geared towards client goals and therapist treatment plans.
Book myofascial release, cupping, gua sha and integrative therapies in Melbourne, FL
Bring us the knot that won’t quit. Book online or call (321) 626-8159.
Tracy works best with sports enthusiasts and hard bodies. Barbi works best with post-surgery clients and medical conditions (learn about Advanced Therapeutic Massage).
Our wellness center is at 930 South Harbor City Blvd., Suite 502, in Melbourne, a short drive from Palm Bay, West Melbourne, Rockledge and Viera. Park in front; there’s overflow parking in the back. We don’t accept insurance, but we do accept HSA and FSA cards. Explore all our services or meet our practitioners.