Christina A
Christina Alvarez, CMT
340 W Caldwell Ave., Visalia, CA, 93277
In 2011, I decided I wanted to venture out into a new career. I wanted to help others with their health in some way. With the guidance of God, I landed on massage, back when the Yellow Pages were still in use. I had always had a soft spot for massaging friends shoulders and scalp. I thought, "Why not become trained to do something I enjoy?" During school, I became aware within the 2nd week, of the talent I didn't realize I had. Teachers raved, that its not often for students to develop a sense of emotional safety net with clients. It was a rarity I was proud to continue to develop. After graduating at the top of my class in November of 2011, I went on to become certified thru the state of California. I am a Certified Massage Therapist, certified by the California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC.org). I am also a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). I have grown committed to supporting people of all walks of life, to eliminate Acute and Chronic pain using medical massage techniques. Massage to me, is no longer a pampering treat. But an essential part of our health and wellness. I truly enjoy feeling strands of muscles, and feeling the release of connective tissue that has been stiff and creating pain issues for me clients. It is such a joy to see and hear the relief clients feel during treatment, and after. I look forward to providing my clients with the best medical massage therapy I can provide.
Massage
Best suited for clients with chronic pain, or acute injury. I customize pressure, from gentle stretching of fascia, to deep on the muscles I need to work on. Examples of chronic and acute issues: Carpal Tunnel, Tennis Elbow, Sciatica, Nerve Impingement, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, TMJ and Migraines. Ask about other conditions.
Lymphatic Drainage
Combine pre or post-natal massage with Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD). Relax your Prenatal aches and pains with your choice of pressure. Will focus on areas and aches of your concern. Adding MLD will help reduce any excess water retention that may make pregnancy uncomfortable towards the end of your 3rd trimester. MLD used post-natal will also allow for quicker recovery after labor and delivery. Great after natural or cesarean deliveries.