Saanti Massage Studio

Saanti Massage Studio is a haven for those seeking relaxation, rejuvenation, and an overall improvement in their physical well-being. Founded by Melissa Chaffin, a licensed massage therapist, the studio is dedicated to providing Thai Yoga Massage (TYM), a unique combination of assisted stretching, joint manipulation, and movement that brings a host of benefits including increased range of motion, improved balance, relaxation, stress reduction, muscle tension release, improved circulation, and increased energy.

Melissa Chaffin, LMT, is the driving force behind Saanti Massage Studio. With a passion for serving caregivers and those they care for, Melissa's dream of establishing a practice that embraces the senior population and caters to the ever-changing needs of the aging body became a reality in September 2012. Her dedication to Thai Yoga Massage (TYM) stems from its therapeutic properties, which includes a combination of assisted (passive) stretching, movement, and running energy lines. TYM is about creating awareness, openings, and space, often referred to as the "lazy man's yoga, " as the massage therapist performs yoga for the receiver.

In addition to her home studio, Melissa offers TYM sessions at her clients' residences and has even developed a 30-minute full-body stretch specifically tailored for people suffering from Parkinson's Disease. This stretch has proven effective in reducing rigidity and improving mobility, leading to increased independence for those afflicted with this condition.

Services Offered by Saanti Massage Studio

At Saanti Massage Studio, Melissa Chaffin provides the following services:

1. Thai Yoga Massage (TYM): This unique form of massage involves a combination of assisted stretching, joint manipulation, and movement, providing numerous benefits such as increased range of motion, improved balance, relaxation, stress reduction, muscle tension release, improved circulation, and increased energy.

2. Swedish Massage: This classic massage technique uses long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, and vibration to help relax and energize the body. It is designed to improve blood circulation, relieve muscle tension, and achieve overall relaxation.

3. Lightforce Class IV Cold Laser: This therapy uses low-level laser or light-emitting diodes to enhance the body's natural healing process. It is used to treat various conditions such as acute and chronic pain, inflammation, and wounds.

4. Senior Massage Program: Specially designed for the senior population, this program caters to the unique needs of aging bodies, focusing on maintaining flexibility, reducing pain, and improving overall well-being.

5. Parkinson's Disease Stretch Program: A tailored 30-minute full-body stretch developed specifically for people suffering from Parkinson's Disease, this program has proven effective in reducing rigidity and improving mobility, leading to increased independence.

At Saanti Massage Studio, stretching is considered a natural, comfortable, and essential aspect of well-being that everyone can benefit from, regardless of their current physical condition. Melissa believes that the benefits of passive stretching are exponentially good and cumulative, and she is dedicated to helping her clients experience these benefits firsthand.