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, 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
Socially Connected People Do Better After Surgery
(February 25, 2008: Daily Times) People who have a strong social network feel less pain and anxiety before having surgery than their more isolated peers, according to a new study in VA patients. This translates to less pain and anxiety after the operation, less use of pain medication, and fewer days spent in the hospital, researchers report.
Stimulating Muscles May Improve Musician's Dystonia
(December 27, 2007: Medical News Today) Therapy that stimulates the hand muscles may help treat the condition called musician's dystonia, a movement disorder that causes muscles spasms in musicians, according to a study published in the December 26, 2007, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Early Care Helps Frozen Shoulder
(December 10, 2007: US News and World Report) Wake up to find your shoulder killing you but don't recall an injury? It could be the start of frozen shoulder, a curse of middle-aged women and one of the most puzzling joint conditions.
What's New?
Myofascial Release
I recently completed John Barnes's Myofascial Release I seminar. This gentle but effective therapy has been shown to be very successful in treating many sources of chronic pain and dysfunction. Let me know if you have any questions specific to MFR or if you are interested in a treatment.
Links
American Massage Therapy Association
Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia