Oasis Spa - Services
Therapeutic Massage
Seated Chair Massage
Cost: $20 for 15 min
Therapist: Linda Simpson (for appointment, call 406-259-5096)
Description: Application of upper-body acupressure through street
clothing, in combination with breath work, to ease tight muscles and elicit the relaxation response. Techniques based on the work of David Palmer.
Cranial-Sacral Massage
Cost: $36 for 1/2 hr
Therapist: Linda Simpson (for appointment, call 406-259-5096)
Description: Light, direct finger pressure concentrating on the fluids,
bones, fascia, and membranes of the cranial-sacral system to free restrictions of movement and energy. The cranial-sacral system ─ extending from the cranium (skull) along the line of the spine to the triangular bone between the hips (called the sacrum) ─ has a profound effect on the central nervous system. System corrections help restore peak performance, activate natural healing mechanisms, and reduce the negative effects of stress. Useful for treating a wide range of ailments, including migraines and headaches, chronic neck and back pain, chronic fatigue, scoliosis, emotional difficulties, spinal cord injuries, temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ), autism, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADD/ADHD.
Other: Techniques based on the original work of Dr. William Sutherland. Client remains fully clothed during the
massage. Effective on all ages, from newborns to the elderly.
Healing Energy MassageCost: $36 for 1/2 hour
Therapist: Linda Simpson (for appointment, call
406-259-5096)
Description: Gentle touch and massage to stimulate and
balance the flow of nonvisible energy through and around the body. Useful for the relief of pain, stress-related and chronic conditions, injuries, and fibromyalgia. Client remains fully clothed.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage Treatment
Cost: 1-1/4 hr - $68; 1-3/4 hr - $102
Therapist: Linda Simpson (for appointment, call 406-259-5096)
Description: Preparatory 10-minute sauna and aromatic foot soak, followed by gentle, steady, light touch of the hand
or fingertips to stimulate the flow of lymph through the body. A colorless liquid containing water, proteins, fats, hormones and waste products,lymph surrounds all the body’s cells and is part of the circulatory system. Lymphatic work stimulates the immune system, reduces sensitivity from allergies, and can relieve constipation, edema, colds, sinusitis, insomnia, eye and ear problems, and other problems. The treatment is highly calming and useful for detoxification. Techniques based on Dr. Emil Vodder’s method of manual lymph drainage.
Relaxation Massage
Massage Only:
Cost: 1 hr - $50; 1-1/2 hr - $70; 2 hr - $85
Therapist: Shawn Farr (for appointment, call 406-281-1110)
Description: Smooth, flowing contact that promotes general relaxation, improves circulation and range of movement,
and relieves muscle tension. The effects of stress can be reduced, and the immune system boosted, as you let go into a state of mind and body called the relaxation response.
Massage Treatment:
Cost: 1-1/4 hr - $68; 1-3/4 hr - $102
Therapist: Linda Simpson (for appointment, call 406-259-5096)
Description: Preparatory 10-minute sauna and aromatic foot soak, followed by relaxation massage (described
above).
Swedish Massage
Massage Only:
Cost: 1 hr - $50; 1-1/2 hr - $70; 2 hr - $85
Therapist: Shawn Farr (for appointment, call 406-281-1110)
Description: Gliding, rolling, kneading, tapping, and shaking strokes – combined with active and passive movements
of the joints – to relax the muscles, loosen the joints, stimulate the skin and nervous system, and speed blood return from the extremities. Oil or lotion is typically applied to reduce friction, and rubbing is done in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. Swedish massage is useful for boosting circulation, reducing swelling from injuries, keeping ligaments and tendons supple, reducing stress, improving body awareness, and flushing lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes from body tissues.
Massage Treatment:
Cost: 1-1/4 hr - $68; 1-3/4 hr - $102
Therapist: Linda Simpson (for appointment, call 406-259-5096);
Description: Preparatory 10-minute sauna and aromatic foot soak, followed by Swedish massage (described above)
Myofascial Release Massage
Cost: 1 hr - $50; 1-1/2 hr - $70; 2 hr - $85
Therapist: Shawn Farr (for appointment, call 406-281-1110)
Description: Long stretching strokes (with fingers, palms, elbows, or forearms), gentle traction, and positioning to
release tension in the fascia, the soft connective tissue between muscles and bones. As a result of trauma, illness, chronic pain, or stress, fascia can tighten up and pull bones and muscles out of place, causing localized pain and stiffness. Myofascial techniques coax muscles in spasm to relax, breaking adhesions in the fascia, improving blood flow, and restoring flexibility and mobility.
Trigger-Point Massage
Cost: 1 hr - $50; 1-1/2 hr - $70; 2 hr - $85
Therapist: Shawn Farr (for appointment, call 406-281-1110)
Description: Concentrated finger pressure to release acute or chronic muscle tension or spasms at tender spots
called trigger points. Tightened from trauma, overuse, or poor posture, trigger points can themselves be painful, can cause pain in other areas of the body, and can limit range of motion. Pressure applied directly on a trigger point for a short time alleviates spasms and cramping, helps break up adhesions and calcifications, restores muscular flexibility and function, and restores blood flow to the tissues. This type of massage ─ also known as myotherapy or neuromuscular therapy ─ is highly highly effective for relief from repetitive stress syndrome, TMJ, carpal tunnel, headaches, back and shoulder pain, and elbow, hip, leg, and foot pain.
Deep-Tissue Massage
Cost: 1 hr - $50; 1-1/2 hr - $70; 2 hr - $85
Therapist: Shawn Farr (for appointment, call 406-281-1110)
Description: Deep, slow finger pressure, kneading, and palpation of contracted muscles, tendons, and fascia to
release chronic tension
Hot Stone Therapy
Cost: Inquire as to pricing and availability
Therapist: Shawn Farr (for info or appointment, call 406-281-1110)
Description: Placement of smooth, heated stones on tension points or acupuncture points (e.g., along the spine, in
the palms of the hand, between the toes), along with Swedish massage performed with a heated stone in the therapist’s hand. The therapy releases tight muscles, improves energy flow, and is deeply soothing and relaxing. Cold stones are sometimes used to ease inflammation or muscle injury.