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About
HELENA KOBYLKA
My name is Helena Kobylka. I am a Christian. I came to the United States in 2005 from Colombia, South America. Since that time, I have worked diligently and continuously to educate myself in the skills and techniques necessary to provide effective and safe massage therapy.
I began my education at Greenville Technical College in 2009. After completing the general educational requirements by focusing on classes related to Massage Therapy, I completed that program in 2014. I promptly became licensed by the state of South Carolina as a Massage Therapist in 2014 as well. Licensure required me to pass a written examination as well as a practical demonstration of my skills and competence.
After completing the program, I became fascinated with bodily systems and functions. I continue to learn by attending classes and seminars, where I continue to study the human body and the way muscles, bones, nerves, and other structures work together.
I’ve been learning additional techniques to enable me to improve the functions of those structures. I have continued to attend classes, lectures, and educational opportunities in an effort to relieve pain for my clients.
South Carolina Massage Therapist License
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Active Isolated Stretching by Aaron L. Matters
Neuromuscular Therapy for Cervical Strain and Sprain
Neuromuscular Therapy for Low Back and Hip Pain
Neuromuscular Treatment of Upper Extremities
Neuromuscular Treatment of Lower Extremities
Myofascial Release Therapy
Myotherapy by Bonnie Prudden
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Swelling results from the movement of lymph fluids into body tissues from the lymphatic system. Manual lymphatic drainage is a massage technique that expels unnecessary fluids from the system both gently and safely. Manual lymphatic drainage massage helps reduce swelling from lymphedema, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and chronic venous insufficiency. Manual lymphatic drainage has also been shown to reduce post surgical and any surgery related traumatic swelling. Plastic surgeons, for example, often suggest manual lymph drainage massage to expedite recovery.
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Myotherapy is a form of muscle therapy which focuses on the rehabilitation from injuries and relief of musculoskeletal pain. Trigger points are small, tight, knots in muscles, that cause pain when pressed. Pressure on the trigger-points can also refer or radiate pain to other body parts. Myotherapy trigger point therapy is a specialized technique used when a massage therapist presses directly onto specific trigger points within a muscle to release the knot.
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Myofascial release is a massage technique. The therapist stretches and massages the muscle in order torelieve pain, to stretch the muscle, and to relax the muscle and fascia. “Myo” means “muscle”. “Fascia”are the stretchy connective tissues that surround and enclose muscles. Poor posture, trauma, disease, and/or stress can cause the body to become out of alignment and cause fascia to become tight. Fascia can also become embedded in muscle fibers. These embedded fascia are called “adhesions”. Myofascial release is a massage therapy that is intended to stretch fascia, release adhesions, and allow the fascia to return to their normal anatomical position. This whole body stretching technique is intended to relax muscles and to reduce pain.
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The Active Isolated Stretching (“AIS”) method of muscle lengthening and fascial release is a type of athletic stretching technique that provides an effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups, but more importantly, AIS provides functional and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascial planes. Over the past few decades many experts have indicated that stretching should last up to 60 seconds. For years, this prolonged static stretching technique was the gold standard. However, prolonged static stretching actually decreases the blood flow within the tissue creating localized ischemia (poor circulation and lack of oxygen) and lactic acid buildup. This can potentially cause localized irritation or muscle injury including tendinous or other lymphatic injuries.
Performing an Active Isolated Stretch of no longer than two seconds allows the targeted muscles to optimally lengthen without triggering the protective stretch reflex and subsequent reciprocal antagonistic muscle contraction as the isolated muscle achieves a state of relaxation. These stretches provide maximum benefit and can be accomplished without opposing tension or resulting trauma.
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Neuromuscular therapy is a technique used in massage that specializes in identifying and releasing "trigger points" within the fascia and within the muscles to alleviate pain. It can potentially help relieve pain and stress caused by migraines, headaches, neck and upper back issues, lower back issues, muscle spasms, and repetitive strain injuries.
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“Integrated Therapy” is a massage treatment that combines various massage techniques from different modalities including neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release and some stretching of the neck or legs. It is used to address a client's trigger areas to release tension or muscle pain in one area of the body. In one “integrated therapy” session, the massage therapist focusses on the individual’s body and problem areas in order to accomplish and release tension and muscle pain and to help relieve stress. This is more beneficial than relying on just one style of massage.
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A face, neck and shoulder massage can achieve a deep relaxing effect while increasing blood flow helping a client feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Between the face and neck, there are more than 60 muscles that include mimic muscles, masseter muscles and temporalis muscles. The memetic muscles are stimulated by the facial nerve that controls facial expressions including smiling, smirking and frowning. In addition, the neck muscles extend from the base of the skull and jaw down to your shoulder blades and collarbone.
Massage therapy can help achieve deep relaxing and reduces tension in the fascia and muscles fibers therefore it can help relieve sinus symptoms such as congestion, headaches, and can reduceinflammation by releasing puffiness through the lymphatic system thereby helping to clear the skin and facilitate the movement of nutrients and oxygen through the circulatory system leading to a healthier and more radiant complexion.
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Massages have been shown to benefit the body and overall health by reducing stress, decreasing pain and increasing the feeling of calmness. This is a focused message therapy that is not generally available elsewhere. Hands and Feet are connected to nerve fibers from the brain and by blood vessels from the heart. Treatment of the hands and feet are often overlooked until they become a source of discomfort, tension or pain. Having a hand and/or foot massage can help relieve pain and swelling which decreases stress in these extremities. The impact that a massage has on the health of your hands and feet by focusing on specific pressure points, has been shown to relieve pain and discomfort which can help restore proper blood flow for improved oxygenation which in turn can improve one’s overall mood andpersonal well-being.
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Lighten the load of stress and environmental factors while boosting circulation, stimulating metabolism and ridding the body of harmful toxins. Your entire body will be gently massaged with a warm Fijian herbal ball to begin the detox process. Next, impurities and dead skin cells are lifted gently from the skin while stimulating circulation with an exfoliation rich in antioxidants and nurturing essential fatty acids and a Ginger Root masque which is then followed by an option of either a mini-face massage or Fijian Scalp massage treatment. The heat and pressure from the herbal ball can help relieve pain and stiffness in fascia, muscles, ligaments, and joints. Also, aromatherapy can help reduce muscle tension and anxiety while relaxing and clearing the mind and can help relieve nasal congestion by encouraging deeply breathing for a complete mind and body relaxation. The herbal balls are made from dried herbs wrapped in cotton and steamed to release their therapeutic effects.
Contact
Address
477 Haywood Rd
Greenville, SC 29607
Contact
864-517-4375
Opening Hours
By Appointment Only
