• Arthritis sufferers note fewer aches and less stiffness and pain.
• Asthmatic children show better pulmonary function and increased peak air flow.
• Burn injury patients report reduced pain, itching, and anxiety.
• High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower diastolic blood pressure, anxiety, and stress hormones.
• Premenstrual syndrome sufferers have decreased water retention and cramping.
• Preterm infants have improved weight gain.

Research continues to show the enormous benefits of touch—which range from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries, to alleviating the tensions of modern lifestyles. Consequently, the medical community is actively embracing bodywork, and massage is becoming an integral part of hospice care and neonatal intensive care units. Many hospitals are also incorporating on-site massage practitioners and even spas to treat post-surgery or pain patients as part of the recovery process.

Bodywork Modalities Offered Sabine frequently works with sports enthusiasts and professional athletes, including runners, cyclists, swimmers, bodybuilders, and golfers. In addition, she offers the following specialized techniques:

Lymphatic Drainage
Also known as the Vodder technique, this therapy can assist the body’s own natural pathways for lymphatic flow and help reduce swelling and edema associated with:

• Kidney malfunction
• Lumpectomy
• Injury
• Arms/Hands
• Surgery
• Legs/Ankles
• Liposuction

Lymphatic drainage is also useful in augmenting the detoxification process even where there is no obvious lymphatic congestion or swelling.

Bowen Technique
Working through the structural and energy paths of the nervous system, the gentle rolling movements over muscles and tendons of the Bowen technique stimulate the body’s own healing mechanisms. This “light touch” therapy is recommended where injured or sensitive tissues will not permit deep work.

Active Isolated Stretching (Aaron Mattes’ technique)
This technique helps a patient achieve greater flexibility in a safe and effective way