Massage

M. Peggy Ryan graduated from Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in 1994 She specializes in Shiatsu Therapy/Massage Therapy. Shiatsu means finger pressure and is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. "The essence of this therapy is: In Traditional Chinese Medicine they do not believe in disease. They treat based on the symptoms which manifest in each session. The theory is that the body is the most efficient healer and when in balance will heal itself."

"So when you call to make an appointment, have a list of your concerns and that will help to set up a specific protocol for that particular treatment. Each client can be sent home with a set of pressure points that can be worked in between sessions. Shiatsu is experienced as a release of pressures due to emotional upset and stresses and is felt differently by each individual. Our bodies in balance should feel more centered, be more present in the moment, have a deeper and more healing sleep and wake up feeling refreshed."

"The combination of Shiatsu and Massage Therapy encompasses the emotional and physical body to bring every part of us back into balance and health."

Peggy is also a certified esthetician.

To make an appointment for Shiatsu massage or a Facial with Peggy at the Barn Club, please call (860) 318 1348.

Martha Brennan is a 2010 graduate of The Center for Universal Reflexology of Connecticut. “Reflexology is Nature’s push button secret for vibrant health, more dynamic living, abundant personal energy, and better living without pain.” It is recognized as a healing art and effective form of bodywork. Pressure, stretch and movement is applied to the foot methodically stimulating points, thus improving circulation and releasing congestion and toxins from the body.

Studies from around the world have shown it may be beneficial for diverse conditions including allergies, anxiety, insomnia, plantar faciitis; PMS/menopause symptoms, and swelling due to diabetes, pregnancy and poor circulation. Pressure, stretch and movement is applied to the foot methodically.

Martha can be reached at 203 482 7005 or mbrenn@charter.net.

Acupuncture and Massage

What can be treated with Acupuncture? Acupuncture, according to the World Health Organization, can be used to treat the following: Addiction Withdrawal (sugar, coffee, cigarettes, alcohol, cocaine, heroin); Eyes, Ears and Nose (earaches, dizziness, sore throat, sinus infection and hay fever); Mental and Emotional (anxiety, depression, stress and insomnia); Dermatogological (eczema,acne, herpes); Immunity (post-surgical recovery, chronic fatique, fibromyalgia, decreased immunity); Internal (asthma, ulcers, high blood pressure, indigestion, hemorrhoids, diarrhea, constipation), Infections (cold and flu, bronchitis), Reproductive (impotence, infertility, premenstrual syndrome, vaginitis, morning sickness, irregular periods or cramps), Musculo-Skeletal and Neurological (arthritis, neuralgia, sciatica, back pain, bursitis, tendonitis, stiff neck, headache, migraine, sprains).

Starla Rae received her acupuncture and herbal education at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Her goal is to combine Western and Easten approaches for optimal health benefits. Starla offers acupuncture, herbal recommendations, nutritional advice, therapeutic massage, and is certified in Facial Rejuvenation. She is available on Monday, Friday and Sunday.
Contact number: (203) 217 8187