| Hamid Shibata Bennett, LMT Massage therapist in Portland, Oregon Hamid specializes in integrative, multi-faceted massage and bodywork, promoting balance and well-being through meditative, authentic presence, emphasizing pain management, self-awareness and structural harmony. The following are some of the modalities incorporated into a massage session. New trainings are taken several times a year, always expanding knowledge and technique. Massage therapy and bodywork modalities and techniques Myofascial Release - Hamid's specialty! Addresses the three-dimensional web of connective tissue throughout the body. Restores fluidity, decreases pain and increases range of motion. Integrative, myofascial release represents the core of Hamid's work. Certification in Advanced Myofascial Techniques Rolfing inspired bodywork. Hamid has received certification in Advanced Myofascial Techniques through several hands-on workshops held by Advanced-Trainings.com. Deep Tissue Massage Focused, deep muscle-sculpting, including passive and resisted exercises, encouraging release. Trigger Point Massage A Western form of Shiatsu...targeted compression freeing soft tissue restrictions, often resulting in a referral, a sensation appearing elsewhere in the body. Craniosacral work The subtle, third rhythm of the body, separate from the breath and heartbeat. A gentle, hands-on meditation. Guided self-awareness See the profound connection between body and mind. Movement Our bodies move! Get into your body and move where you want to move! Feel restrictions by exploring your range of motion. Stretch, walk, dance! | |  | | | |  | | | | | Recent Massage Trainings Massage for cancer patients and survivors - March, 2009 Certified in Advanced Myofascial Techniques by Advanced-Trainings.com September, 2008 Advanced Myofascial Techniques: Leg, knee and foot - September, 2008 Advanced Myofascial Techniques: Pelvis, hips and sacrum November, 2007 Advanced Myofascial Techniques: Neck, jaw and head - January, 2007 Advanced Myofascial Techniques: Shoulder girdle and arm - May, 2006 Advanced Myofascial Techniques: Scoliosis - March, 2006 Headaches and TMJ Dysfunction: The SIP Approach - June, 2004 Introduction to Integrative Neuro-muscular Therapy June, 2004 Structural Reflexology Integration March, 2004 | |  |  |  |
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