Massage in Nelson, BC
Massage and couples massage - the only salt spa in the kootenays
Massage is available at the Himalaya Salt Cave in Nelson, BC. We have various types of massage with different benefits. We offer unique spa treatments on the heated Amethyst BioMat or in the salt cave with salt therapy. Choose your experience!
Couples Massage
Couples Massages take place in the salt cave. Friends, family or couples welcome! Salt Therapy adds to the relaxation and the cave environment creates a unique spa experience.
amethyst massage
Massage is available in our Amethyst Room, on a heated bed of Amethyst. The Amethyst BioMat is an FDA approved medical device with health benefits for inflammation, immune system, circulation, stress and pain. If you enjoy heat, this is the treatment for you!
Amethyst and Salt Cave Experience
Experience the benefits of the Amethyst BioMat and the Salt Cave! A 45 minute massage on the Amethyst BioMat in our Amethyst Room, followed by a 45 minute relaxation session in the salt cave with salt therapy. The ultimate combination for self-care! Book this treatment by clicking the button below.
Sequoia signature massage (2 hours)
This all-time favourite combines a blend of several modalities in one session, and truly brings you into a feeling of euphoria. This goes very deep, beyond your physical body, including a full body massage, singing bowls, tuning forks, reflexology, aromatherapy, voice, mantras, shiatsu, reiki, specifically tailored for you. Sequoia Signature Massages take place in the salt cave with salt therapy! More about Sequoia here.
Salt Cave Massage
Experience a massage in the Salt Cave with salt therapy! In any 60 minute, 90 minute massage, you can choose to have a full body treatment or focus on back, neck, shoulders or any area of the body where you experience discomfort or muscle tension. Book a massage in the salt cave by clicking the buttons below.
chi nei tsang
Chi Nei Tsang is a holistic abdominal massage. Developed by Taoist Monks in ancient China thousands of years ago. The Taoists realized that emotions affect the organs, and saw that one of the main causes of the disease is emotions which get stuck in the body. Improves digestion, circulation, emotional trauma, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), constipation.
Tok sen
Tok Sen is an Ancient healing practice that originates from Northern Thailand. The session involves using a wooden mallet and hammer and gently tapping rhythmically along the meridian lines of the body. Relaxes the muscles, calms the nervous system. This session can be given mixed with a massage, or have a full Tok Sen session.
Sound Healing
Sound Healing Treatments are deeply relaxing and transformational. The vibrations of voice, tibetan bowls, tuning forks and other instruments work deeply on the physical, emotional and energy body.
Reiki
Reiki treatments are deeply relaxing. Reiki is energy healing, and can balance your chakras, clear unwanted energies, and help you to connect to your body, mind and spirit. Reiki treatments are done in the salt cave.
What are the treatment outcomes and benefits?
Massage improves circulation, relaxation, muscle tension, pain, reduces stress, improves mood and sleep. People experience relief from massage for conditions like headaches, migraines, chronic pain, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, muscle tension, anxiety, depression, insomnia, inflammation, arthritis. Your treatment can be tailored for your needs with light to deep pressure.
What types of massage techniques are used?
Our therapists have a background in modalities including:
shiatsu - includes the use of fingers, thumbs and palms with specific pressure on various acupressure points on the body. Based in Traditional Chinese Medicine, this therapy balances the qi (energy) in the body where disease begins.
reflexology - a modality from traditional Chinese medicine that uses pressure applied to meridian points on the feet in order to affect the meridian channels in the whole body. This type of healing benefits the organs and organ systems in the body and overall wellness.
myofascial release (MFR) - fascia is connective tissue. Connective tissue adhesions can develop as a result of activities, posture, scar tissue from old and new injuries. These fascial adhesions can limit range of motion, create pain, discomfort, contribute to poor posture and even affect organ function since we have connective tissue around muscles and viscera.
cranioSacral therapy (CST) - a gentle technique that releases tensions deep in the whole body by focusing on the tissues around the central nervous system. Especially effective for headaches, migraines, post-concussion syndrome, fibromyalgia, brain and spinal cord injuries, chronic fatique, childhood conditions, injuries, trauma and much more.
deep tissue - more pressure is used to release stubborn or deep muscle tension or pain.
trigger point release - trigger points can cause localized or referred pain and tension in the body. They can be caused by injury, activities, or posture. They can be released by applying pressure for up to one minute.
swedish massage - the most common type of massage. Massage oil is used and long strokes are applied in the direction of blood flow toward the heart. Very relaxing. Light to deep pressure can be used.
reiki - a light touch modality that balances energy centres (chakras), clears energy blockages and energy that is not your own. Benefits are deep relaxation, mental, emotion and spiritual wellness, increased connection with self and intuition.
what to do after a massage?
Drink lots of water. Take time to integrate the healing! If you are on vacation in Nelson, BC enjoy the surrounding Kootenay mountains, lakes, ski hills and mountain biking adventures. It’s ok to exercise after a massage treatment, but not recommended to do heavy lifting.
book a massage session
You can book a massage session online or by calling 250-505-6093 to make an appointment.