Eric Mathis, DipMT, LMT
Professional Member, American Massage Therapy Association
Aloha!
Welcome to my website. I hope that your visit leaves you not only with answers to current questions but also with new questions as your interest in massage therapy is piqued. I myself am constantly led to further questions as I learn and experience more about it.
Whether you are recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain due to a medical condition or simply looking to relax and unwind from the stresses of your life or workday, I have a massage tailored especially for you. Each treatment is based upon a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology and orthopedic assessment to provide you with a massage that is safe and effective.
To schedule an appointment, call me at 808-292-8417 or email me at eric@lonepalmmassage.com. A free consultation will be provided with your first therapeutic massage to determine if massage therapy could help your condition. Or simply browse the website to learn more about massage therapy and its potential benefits.
My Story
As I am constantly reminded, the human body is an awesome creation. My own interest in it developed after many years of participation in sports including ice hockey, soccer, kayaking, running and cycling. Dabbling in yoga and the Alexander Technique brought on the beginnings of a deeper self-awareness. My career as a professional orchestral trombonist eventually became threatened by painful repetitive stress injuries which made my education much more urgent and personal.
Early into my (very) short-lived days as a mountain biker, I suffered a severe neck injury which resulted in disk replacement surgery. The subsequent rehabilitation, which included massage therapy, was the final source of inspiration to learn more about the human body and what I might be able to do to help others deal with their own physical pain and dysfunction.
My 18 months at massage school taught me just how little I actually knew about this "structure" I occupy. My introduction to the craniosacral and myofascial systems taught me that manual therapy is really about treating the Whole Person, and not simply the physical body and its seemingly obvious source of pain. This revelation triggered a thirst for knowledge which has led me to the Upledger Institute’s Craniosacral Therapy program along with John F. Barnes's approach to Myofascial Release. I am extremely excited about the potential of combining CST and MFR with Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, facilitated stretching and any other modalities I learn along the way.
I am always interested in discussing massage therapy and its benefits, so please do not hesitate to contact me. Until then, I wish you happiness and good health.
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Your Health in the News
Massage relaxes tension of uncertain times
(April 6, 2009: Gannett News Service) Pam Sheffer has given up her personal trainer, her manicures, her pedicures and is even selling her house for a smaller one. But the one luxury she refuses to part with is her bi-weekly massage.
Massage Has Many Benefits for Athletes
(December 7, 2008: North Shore News)Back in the day, cave men counted on human touch to rub bumps, relieve pain and massage aching muscles to get back out there to hunt down dinner.
Yet as society evolves and commercialism takes over the planet, basic healing methods become sidelined for over-the-counter drugs and band aid solutions providing second rate results. Smart, athletic people are failing to reach their full potential in sporting performance due to their perfectly capable bodies missing out on nature's repair system.