Massage for Improved Function
Would you like to feel more active, more productive, more energetic?
That's what it means to Improve Function, and that's the aim of every massage treatment at Massage Pit Stop.
Massage is personalized based on the needs of each individual and includes a blend of Deep Tissue, Swedish, Medical and Myofascial techniques.
Sarah F Smith
Licensed Massage Therapist
Serving Kansas City
Specializing in connective tissue, nerve, muscle and joint injury recovery and pain management
Personalized Massage
Cupping
Scraping
Hot Stones
Cold Stones
Massage can help symptoms of:
Headache
Migraine
Sciatica
Numbness and tingling
Constipation
Muscle Spasms
Pain during breathing
Menopause
Overstimulation
Anxiety
Sleep disturbance
Sprains
Fasciitis
Tendonitis
Growing Pains
'Tech Neck'
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Massage for Pain & Injury:
Wrist
Elbow
Shoulder
Clavicle
Lower back
Upper back
Knee
Foot
Hip
Rib
Neck
Jaw
Ankle
No memberships, gimmicks, or upcharges.
Unique offerings
Sliding Scale and Care for Community
Available to community members with financial restrictions, fixed income, active duty or Veteran, first responders and/or needing weekly, semi-weekly, biweekly, or other regular care
Cupping, Hot Stones, Cold Stone, Scraping, Massage Gun
Included where applicable and with consent, except when contra-indicated
Minor Patient/Client Massage
Minor clients 10 years and older can receive massage with parental consent and supervision
Cancer and Cancer History
Can safely work with people with cancer and cancer history, except Lymphedema and Lymphedema risk. Some conditions require specialized training to reduce risk.
I Believe
I believe Massage Therapy is most effective when integrated into a broader picture of injury recovery and pain management. This can include physical therapy, chiropractic care, surgery, and medical treatment.
The effects of massage are amplified and extended by intentional self-care—stretching, strengthening, hydration, electrolytes, sunlight, deep breathing, exercise, life purpose, and a balanced diet.
Progress in massage treatment is measured by improvements in each individual’s Quality of Life. As Diana L. Thompson, Licensed Massage Practitioner, writes:
“Progress is apparent when the patient's Quality of Life improves. Quality of Life is measured through Functional Outcomes—the patient's increased ability to participate in Activities of Daily Life.”
The goals of massage for injury recovery and pain management include:
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Increased participation in daily activities
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Reduced pain
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Greater range of motion