We are a group of hard working certified health care professionals that are dedicated to helping our community with their health and wellness goals. We offer advanced massage therapy services, yoga classes and workshops. Whether you are just starting to feel the aches and pains of life, struggling with stress management, or want to implement self care into your routine, we are here to help!
We know you have a world of choices and we are honored you have chosen us to care for your health and wellness needs.
Massage is both a treatment for aches, pains, ailments and injuries, but it also, importantly, a preventive measure. Regular massage can increase energy and prevent injuries and ailments from occurring.
Whether you have been suffering for a long time, or are just starting to experience the aches and pains of an injury – or just life – massage can help. Left untreated, these issues can worsen and eventually cause more serious medical issues.
At Bodywork by Bobbi we go above just providing massage. We love to educate people on stretching and strengthening techniques that will further improve both your massage session and your quality of life. Classes and workshops are offered right at the office.
Types Of Massage
Swedish Massage: Swedish is the basic 5 strokes of massage; effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement and vibration used together may provide relief from stiffness, numbness & pain. The main purpose of Swedish massage is to promote relaxation, increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Other possible benefits include stimulation of circulation, an increase in muscle tone, and a balance of the musculo-skeletal systems. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load.
Sports Massage: Sports massage is geared toward athletes of every kind, from professionals to weekend joggers. The techniques of sports massage are specific to the athlete’s sport of choice, training schedule, and pre/post event. Each session focuses on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements.
Deep Tissue: Deep Tissue massage is aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish, but the pressure and intent will be generally be more intense. It is also a more focused and localized type of massage used to release chronic muscle tension or knots (also known as adhesions). It should never be unbearably painful or leave bruising! Hydration is a must after deep work.
Pain Management (NMT): Neuromuscular therapy is a specialized form of deep tissue massage in which static pressure and friction are used to release areas of strain in the muscle. These areas of strain are called tender or trigger points and are the cause of muscular pain symptoms. Trigger points are areas of hypersensitivity in a muscle caused by overstrain. These are small areas of the muscle in which there is a contracture of muscular tissue (think of a tiny snag in a knit sweater). Blood and nutrients are lacking in that part of the muscle and therefore the muscle spindle is unable to relax. Trigger points cause pain, fatigue and weakness in the muscle. Trigger points also cause a phenomenon called referral pain.
Prenatal Massage: Prenatal massage helps a pregnant woman to relax tense muscles and reduce stress and anxiety associated with pregnancy. It also works to relieve some of the common pain associated with carrying a baby, like low back pain, sciatica, neck and shoulder tension, carpel tunnel and edema. The expanding womb puts a lot of stress on the body of the mother. Lower back pain is very common during pregnancy. A prenatal massage can help to alleviate specific sore spots, tension and pain. However, prenatal massage is not recommended for certain high risk pregnancies. It is recommended to begin massage anytime after the first trimester. Consult your doctor about the risk of massage therapy if you have certain conditions, like risk of pre-term labor or those with clotting disorders.
Aromatherapy Massage: Relax with this parasympathetic massage that uses light to medium pressure paired with an aromatherapy of your choice. Choose a single note, a combo or one of our signature blends.
Relaxation Massage: This light to medium Swedish massage technique uses long fluid strokes to ensure ultimate relaxation.
Call us to schedule at (619) 944-4151 or schedule online here for your massage at our La Mesa office.
Yoga (For Everyone!)
At Bodywork by Bobbi Wellness Center we believe health and wellness are for all ages and fitness levels. That is why we created a friendly class environment for everyone.
Each class is designed and customized for those attending. We make it our goal that everyone feels comfortable, challenged and empowered.
Class Packs are available. Please ask the instructor for details.
We provide mats and hand towels at no additional charge.
Class sizes are small (max 8 people) to ensure a space is reserved for you please register using our online scheduling software. We are by enrollment only. No drop-ins. Thank you!
Call us to schedule at (619) 944-4151 or schedule online here!
