My Massage Brochure

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      Therapeutic and Relaxation Massage                                                                                                                           

         Reduce Muscle Pain

         Stimulate Circulation

         Stress Reduction

         Reduce Spasm

         Muscle Relaxation   

Wise words from Gary Smalley 

"Whether a person is struggling mentally, emotionally, spiritually, or physically, a tender touch has the capacity to bring calmness and healing".

Jerry Turner  

(CMT, LMT)

(414) 467-5760

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I receive a massage?  

Depending on what condition your musculature system is in, and if you have chronic pain and stress, it is most beneficial to receive a massage at least twice a month to bring your  body to a maximum pain-free condition, and to prevent future illness of the body and mind.

How can you make me comfortable with my first massage?

Many people are uncomfortable for their first or second massage, but with time and  familiarity between client and therapist, you will settle comfortably into the new world of   beneficial massages.  I am a Professional Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist with a high standard of ethics.  In massage school, a very intense program was conducted   regarding a client's privacy.  I am aware that massage is a very personal and private experience for most people. Draping of linens is one of the most  important procedures in   maintaining the personal/private integrity of the client/therapist relationship. If you are   uncomfortable disrobing, you may choose to receive your massage with light / loose clothing on.  The benefits are very similar to that of being bare skinned.  I can still find sore muscles and relieve stress points with your clothes on as well.  Bare skin, however, is beneficial because I can glide the muscles better, notice spots on the skin that may require

special attention, and I can feel the muscle spasms better.  When disrobed, only the  muscle that I am working on will be exposed, with the rest of your body being fully draped in  linens.  You will then have the confidence of total, personal privacy.  I am dedicated to  making you as comfortable as possible.

What types of massage do I specialize in? 

I specialize in Swedish Massage, Deep Muscle and Connective Tissue Massage, Trigger  Point Therapy, N.M.T, Stone Therapy, and I was a Certified Strength Training Specialist.  

Do you have any other education?

Massage Therapy Education : Lake School of Natural Therapeutics 1999 Graduate.

Other Education: Medical Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy for Cervical Strain & Sprain, Neuromuscular Treatment for Low Back & Hip Pain, Insurance  Billing, Certified Strength Training Specialist. C.P.R./ A.E.D Certified. On going C.E.U training every 2 years,  Continuing Ethics Education.

What is Swedish Massage?

Swedish Massage may be the most basic type of massage, but in most cases it is the most effective.  It is generally used for relaxation and to help relieve tension.  It is the start of most sessions and is the most widely used massage among therapists.  There are five

basic strokes used in Swedish Massage: gliding, kneading, friction, percussion, and gentle   rocking.  These techniques are used on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints.  

What is Deep Muscle/Connective Tissue Massage?

Deep Tissue Massage is used to release chronic patterns of muscular tension using slow strokes, direct pressure or friction.  Often the movements are directed across the grain of the muscles (cross-fiber) using the fingers, thumbs or elbows.  This is applied with greater pressure and at deeper layers of the muscle than Swedish Massage.   It is also more  specific.  For example, in the case of someone with a sore shoulder, the practitioner may  focus on the trapezius and the rhomboid underneath, trying to work in all the layers of   muscle that might be involved.  Deep Tissue Massage lends itself to being more focused on  a problem area. 

 What is Trigger Point Therapy?

A trigger point (TP) is a hyperirritable tender spot in an abused muscle that refers pain  ("triggers" pain) to other muscles.  This is why the pain in your head may be coming from  a neck muscle and the pain in your neck from a shoulder muscle.  If the trigger points are not  treated, they can be the culprits in lingering pain, even after an injury has healed, and the    reason why the headache, neck ache and backache keep returning year after year.   Some of the causes of TP activity in your muscles are:  stress, excessive chilling, injury, overuse,  strain, as well as chemical, drugs, alcohol, and environmental pollutants.   Active trigger  points keep the muscles tight, restricting blood flow and compressing nerves, perpetuating a vicious pain-spasm cycle in the muscles.  The effect of decreased flexibility limits  movement encouraging postural patterns which may sustain the cycle for years.  Trigger Point Release Therapy is a valuable component of preventative, as well as rehabilitative care. Ischemic Compression refers to the technique of compressing a TP, so as to deprive it of blood flow for a time.   This disrupts the local physiology and induces a reorganization of the TP area in a more normal manner.   If the TP is eliminated by  this  procedure, it is  said to have been “inactivated”. 

What are your fees for In-Home Travel Massage Services?

$  80    60 Min. Full Body Relaxation   

$110    90 Min. Full Body Relaxation 

$  90    60 Min. Trigger/Deep Tissue 

$120    90 Min. Trigger/Deep Tissue 

$150  120 Min. Trigger/Deep Tissue 

(Payments can be made in cash,                                                                                                                 check, or a payment plan.)        

Name: TURNER, GERALD
Profession: MASSAGE THERAPIST OR BODYWORK THERAPIST (146)
Credential/License Number: 1325-146