Licensed Massage Therapist, Eugene Wood, offers to appear on local and national television shows as a guest and expert on the health benefits of therapeutic massage.
PRLog - Feb. 3, 2015 - NEW YORK -- Eugene Wood LMT, is a leading expert in a variety of massage techniques involving pain management, especially as it pertains to professional athletes. He has an extensive background in all matters of massage including skillful manipulation of connective tissues (also known as fascia), ligaments, muscles, and the restoration of soft tissue. His rare approach to massage therapy incorporates stretching, trigger point therapy, and Myofascial Release to encourage the structures beneath the blood vessels and nerves to induce dynamic rest.
Eugene's distinct ability to combine curriculum medical texts with real life scenarios sets him apart from other massage therapists. His customized approach has even landed him spots on syndicated television shows such as Long Island Live and the Natural Bliss TV show, where he discussed the importance of deep breathing and meditation in conjunction with massage therapy for a total approach to the prevention and treatment of pain and injury, as well as improved overall well-being.
Through his approach, he expands massage therapy to include the treatment of surrounding areas to help alleviate the cause and not just the symptom. By treating the surrounding areas associated with the stressed region, patients have expressed unprecedented results. Eugene's extensive study in Eastern and traditional manipulations include Sports Massage, Swedish massage, CranioSacral, Visceral Manipulation, Shiatsu massage, Prenatal Massage and more.
One of Eugene's passions is working with athletes. His expertise in sports massage earned him a guest appearance on Fox News video, where he provided professional advice on how to train like an Olympic athlete. Eugene's massage techniques are designed to heal and prevent sudden or repetitive sports injuries including strains, muscle sprains, and stress injuries. During a sports massage, both neuromuscular therapy and massage bodywork are incorporated to speed healing and recovery. Immediate injuries are treated with the application of and the muscle is manipulated to induce relaxation of the muscle. Sports massage is suitable for a variety of active individuals including professional athletes, marathon runners, to the weekend warrior, tennis or golfer's elbow and more.
Swedish massage is one of the most requested massage techniques. During a Swedish massage, therapeutic pressure is applied to areas of the body that need it the most. Using this massage technique, Eugene is able to relieve various symptoms commonly associated with many ailments such as headache, back pain, osteoarthritis and anxiety. Swedish massage incorporates a series of light strokes, kneading, squeezing, and short circular manipulations to sooth tension and inflammation to help the muscles relax and promote overall well-being. Eugene Wood is highly knowledgeable in key muscles, joints, bone structures as well as all other functions of the systems in the body to ensure the massage is performed safely and effectively, the way it was intended to be.
Eugene Wood's philosophy is to treat from the inside out rather than outside in. For this reason, the CranioSacral massage and Visceral Manipulation techniques are a couple of his most prized massage techniques. CranioSacral massage therapy relieves the tension and encourages the proper movement of the cranial bones and the sacrum promote the proper rhythm of spinal fluid movement, which relaxes the muscles and calms the nervous system. This gentle massage is generally recommended for the treatment of chronic pain associated with migraines, headaches, whiplash, fibromyalgia and more, in delicate areas such as the neck and back.
Shiatsu (literally "Finger Pressure")is a Japanese form of Asian massage that incorporates the use of acupuncture meridians, to restore strength and vitality back to the meridian. Eugene is highly trained in all areas of Asian massage and often incorporates Shiatsu in combination with other massage techniques for superior results. Asian massage is used to relieve pain and stress in the body as well as aid in the overall state of health. Other forms of Asian massage includesTui-na and Thai massage.
Pregnancy creates both physical and emotional changes in the body, which can induce stress and discomfort for both mother and child. Eugene Wood is trained in the special needs and goals of expectant mothers and is highly skilled in prenatal massage techniques developed to decrease stress, promote relaxation, relieve lower back pain, chronic headaches, and even boost the immune system. Prenatal massage encourages a more positive experience, an easier birth, a healthier baby, and speeds recovery time following birth. During prenatal massage, Eugene utilizes tables and cushions to ensure both mom and growing baby are comfortable, so they reap the full benefits of the massage. It is strongly recommended that clients consult their physicians before prenatal massage.
Qualifications
Eugene Wood has over 20 years of experience in massage therapy, specializing in Myofascial Release, CranioSacral massage, Visceral Manipulation and Asian massage and more. Eugene also offers client education that allows clients to learn about the techniques being administered.
Eugene is New York State licensed and a nationally certified massage therapist. He earned his accreditation with the Swedish Institute in New York City and is an active member of American Massage Therapy (AMTA). He is also associated with National Certification Board for Massage Therapy and Bodywork (NCBTMB), The Upledger Institute, Barral Institute, and he holds his B.S in Psychology. Eugene is currently the education chair for NY Chapter of AMTA. Eugene Wood, LMT services NYC, Long Island, Nassau County, NY and Wantagh. Contact Eugene for a guest television appearance today.
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