Massage Therapy and Our Therapist

Leah Keller, LMT

I am originally from Dickinson, ND and moved to Bismarck in 2006 to get my education for massage therapy. I started my education at Rasmussen College here in Bismarck, but after meeting my husband, I moved to MN and graduated in the spring of 2009 from Rasmussen College Eden Prairie Campus. After just a couple of years in the busy cities, we decided to move back to ND, as my husband and I are both from here and missed the small town lifestyle.I first heard of Active Life Chiropractic when I was in an auto accident and went for treatment for myself in 2007. I have 2 years experience as a massage therapist in Rosemount, MN and was looking hard for a great place to work again when I moved back to Bismarck. After coming to Active Life for chiropractic treatments, Dr. Doug and Dr. Sara gave me a great opportunity to come work with them. I jumped at the offer not knowing a lot about chiropractic, but am now learning how chiropractic and massage therapy work hand in hand when used together.In my free time, I like to spend time with my husband, family, and friends. I love playing volleyball, scrapbooking, fishing, and I just started hunting. I love my new job as Active Life’s Massage Therapist and I am ready to help anyone live a healthy lifestyle.

Massage can reduce recovery time in many medical conditions including:

Allergies
Fibromyalgia
Depression and Anxiety
Insomnia
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Musculo-Skeletal Disorders
Circulatory Problems

Benefits of Incorporating Massage with your Chiropractic Care:

Reduces soreness and pain
Reduces adhesions
Reduces recovery time
Reduces muscle spasms
Reduces chance of injury
Helps the body to relax, repair and prepare for the next athletic event

The History of Massage

Massage dates back at least 4,000 years. Some civilians in the East and West found that natural healing and massage could help injuries, relieve pain, and prevent and cure illnesses. It also happened to reduce stress and produce deep relaxation.
In the early 20th century, many new and rediscovered massage techniques were documented and practiced in the United States. Massage was also used to treat World War I patients who were suffering from nerve injury or shell shock.

Massage is now used on many different populations for many different reasons. Infants, children, teenagers, adults and the elderly can all benefit from massage in some way. Those in intensive care units, babies in incubators, and patients with cancer, heart attacks and strokes are just a few examples of the different populations that are frequently aided by massage. Massage is also frequently offered in health centers, nursing homes, drug treatment clinics and pain management clinics.

Benefits of Massage:

Alleviates Pain
Strengthens Immune System
Increases Joint Flexibility
Reduces Depression and Anxiety
Promotes Tissue Regeneration
Lowers Blood Pressure
Relaxes Muscles
Improves Posture
Enhances Sleep Quality

Types of Massages offered:

Deep Tissue Massage:

$60/Hour $40/Half Hour

Uses deep, slow movements to release tension in specific areas of muscle and tissues throughout the body.

Swedish Massage:

$60/Hour $40/Half Hour

Generally used as a relaxation method. It involves long, fluid strokes using minimal pressure to affect the superficial layers of muscle.

Myofascial Release:

$60/Hour $40/Half Hour

Employs long stretching type strokes that assist in releasing muscular tension. This modality seeks to release tension in the fascia, a band or sheath of connective tissue that supports or binds together internal organs or parts of the body.

Sports Massage:

$60/Hour $40/Half Hour

Focuses on different muscle systems relevant to a particular sport.

Hot Stone Massage:

$75/Hour

Involves the use of heated stones to promote relaxation and ease muscle tension.

Pregnancy Massage:

$60/Hour $40/Half Hour

Seeks to support the physiologic, structural and emotional well-being of both mother and baby. It promotes increased relaxation, muscle tone and circulation while reducing swelling, pain and stress.

Infant Massage:

$60/Hour $40/Half Hour

Helps the new parents and baby connect. It offers the baby a sense of reassurance and protection while increasing the parent’s awareness of baby. It has also been proven to relieve colic and aid in good digestion.

Call today to schedule your appointment.