NOTE: Massage is not safe during viral/bacterial infections (such as colds/flus.) Treatment can resume one week after the last of the symptoms has cleared.
Please tie hair away from neck/shoulders to allow for massage.
Try to avoid eating 45-60 minutes prior to your session.
Cough drops and chewing gum are safety risks while on the table.
Spirit-Hands Service Agreement requires a 50% retainer deposit per appointment, which goes toward session total and can be conducted by a secure card payment over-the-phone, or forwarded through PayPal or Venmo. By FTC regulations the consumer has a right to cancel three days (72 hrs) after purchase and to request a refund. After the three day period the deposit is nonrefundable. Spirit-Hands provides a text reminder message two days (48 hrs) prior to appointments as one day (24 hrs) rescheduling notice on the part of the consumer is expected via call or text, should the deposit be applied to another dated appointment at a maximum of only once; multiple rescheduling renders deposit obsolete.
Effective Touch Relaxation
An array of therapeutic massage techniques including Swedish, Deep Tissue, repositioning and assisted stretching are applied for muscle soreness, joint stiffness, anxiety or depression, headaches, insomnia, fatigue, and Fibromyalgia (when not inflamed.) Please reconsider during first trimester. Not permitted during cold/flu, nor applicable directly onto varicose veins, flared-up skin conditions, rashes, open cuts or abrasions, nor 78 hrs after acute injury/head trauma (a doctor’s clearance is required.)
30 minutes, $40
60 minutes, $65
90 minutes, $90
Add-On Services
Weighted Heating Pad, $5. 3.5 lbs. of adjustable heat resting across the upper and lower body alternating throughout the massage treatment; melts away tension and lends an additional sense of security, and comfort.
Magnesium Sport Gel, $5. Topical spot treatment for fast-acting and long-lasting relief from muscular soreness, cramps, and spasms, as well as stiff and achy joints. Has a subtle, medicinal aroma due to botanicals and essential oils. [Manufacturer’s note to pregnant or breastfeeding women: Contains Wintergreen, which has salicylate acid (aspirin, a blood thinner.)]
Percussive Massage Gun, $5. Electric handheld device delivers rapid tapotement by versatile massage heads for more assertive penetration and quicker release to areas of rigidity and overuse; a jackhammer on concrete muscles, for sports style massage.
Soothing Belly Work
Gentle palpation and massage techniques applied to the abdominal muscles and diaphragm to promote proper organ function, improved respiration, to break apart underlying scar tissue, and for the relief of anxiety, gastric distress and bloating, and menstrual cramping. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, have a history of an hiatal or ventral hernia, mesh implants, or organ transplants.
30 minutes, $40
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
This is not a massage, but a clinical treatment benefiting mild edema, fluid retention, and sinus congestion by way of gentle, meticulous pumping with the fingertips (using the pressure equivalent to the weight of a nickle) to encourage proper flow of the body’s natural immune system. Cases of Hashimoto’s, Celiac, and Lyme’s disease have reported relief of general symptoms; apply when not in acute flare-up and always consult treating physician first. Not advised in cases of pitting edema, severe asthma, an organ transplant, or current immune suppressant medications.
60 minutes, $65
90 minutes, $90
Hot Stone Massage
Conventional massage manipulations are enhanced by smooth, heated basalt stones, the weight and warmth of which release stiff muscles and joints, and improved circulation. Not recommended if you are pregnant or have inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or a history of blood clots.
90 minutes, $110
Prenatal
Side-lying massage to alleviate low back and hip discomfort, and sciatica pain-management associated with pregnancy. Deep pressure and aggressive techniques are contraindicated. OBGYN’s permission is best.
60 minutes, $65
90 minutes, $90
Let your loved ones know you care with a gift certificate from Spirit-Hands Massage & Artistry! Order over the phone and have it mailed out at no additional cost, or arrange for in-person pick-up as per your convenience!
Terms & Conditions: Single services cannot be divided into multiple sessions of shorter duration; quantity is explicitly listed at time of purchase. Gift certificates cannot be redeemed for cash, although value may be converted into dollar amount as store credit to be used at the recipient’s discretion. Gift certificate must be presented at time of redemption. In accordance with Iowa State law and the Federal CARD Act (effective July 1, 2014), any marked gift certificate expired after a five year period is under the presumption of abandonment and will not be honored by the issuer. Spirit-Hands is not liable for lost or stolen certificates.
Honoring our troops, Spirit-Hands offers a special Military Discount of 10% on massage services all year round. You’ve served our country, now let Spirit-Hands serve you!
*Honors active, reserve, veteran and retired personnel of U.S. DoD. Please present proper identification at time of redemption. Military discount cannot be applied to personal loyalty packages investment, gift certificates, nor can it be compounded with other promotions, specials or offers.*
