Palestine Herald Press
September 19, 2010

Jamie Pettiette Rhone and Candace Pierce received 18 hours of continued education in Fijian massage in San Antonio. This was the first time for the class to be brought to Texas and we are proud to be the only ones in East Texas to offer this amazing new massage modality, says Rhone.

Fijian massage is very popular because  clients want a therapeutic deep massage that is also relaxing. Deep Tissue Massage using elbows is a “sharp” pain. With the Fijian, the main deep work is with the heel. This deep pressure is softer than an elbow, yet it is a stronger stroke. As a bonus, clients often find that the repair happens much quicker with the Fijian Barefoot Massage.

Jamie's Therapeutic Touch Day Spa clients, range from 97 lbs to +325 lbs, are frequently amazed at the convenience and the exceptional results. For those clients who have complained of light pressure in other work, this should be a welcomed relief. As with any deep tissue work, doctor's recommendation is advised. Fijian Massage manipulates tissue, helps in passive stretching and assess range of motion. Thus the principles of Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, and various Sports Massage and Deep Tissue and even cross-fiber friction techniques may be applied more effectively, producing more therapeutic progress and healing per session for the more sophisticated and demanding clients, such as professional dancers, and athletes. Just like "riding a bicycle", once you experience this modality, it will be hard to go back to just "walking". Fijian Massage does not include walking on the client's back as one foot remains standing on the floor. Fijian Massage is deeper and often more therapeutic than types of massage utilizing the hands . If you think about it, the foot has stronger bones and the leg muscles are more powerful than the arm, says Pettiette Rhone.

Benefits to Clients

1. Often is a more effective treatment for damaged, painful or tight muscles.
2. No wax or oil is used avoiding staining of clothing.
3. Satisfies clients preferring a deeper yet gentler massage.
4. Very relaxing.
5. Can be done through clothing or on bare skin.
6. Effectively treats clients unable to mount a table.
7. Benefits arms, hands, upper chest, back, shoulders, legs, hips, feet and neck.
8. No table needed

Jamie’s Therapeutic Touch’s hours are from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Special appointments are available on request. For more information about Fijian massage, products or services, call 903-723-SKIN (7546) or visit www.spajamie.com or find us on facebook.com Jamie’s is located at 1730 Crockett Rd.