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A comprehensive healing arts pet service company providing massage therapy, holistic veterinary care, training and behavior classes, and pet parent classes!



Our highly trained professional therapists provide therapeutic canine massage services for dogs of every age and state of health. Find out more about the benefits of professional massage therapy!


Our workshops for parents provide an understanding of the many benefits of massage, a variety of massage techniques to use at home and hands-on practice with our trained instructors.

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Massage Elements

Massage Elements
With a minimum of 800 hours of training (and most with over 1000 hours), at least 5 years of experience as a Massage Therapist and all having advanced training in orthopedic massage, our team is among the best anywhere! Each therapist understands the need for massage in recovering from injury, chronic pain and maintaining a balance in life. Our Massage Therapists are encouraged to continue their education in specialized training. Not only do we give massage – we receive massage too: making massage a part of our healthy lifestyle!

Massage Elements, Where the Client Comes First

People get massage for many different reasons: to relax and reduce stress, to ease muscle pain and strain, assist in recovery from injury or a new exercise regimen, just to name few. The reasons for getting a massage are as individual as each or our clients; and our therapists know this. If you know exactly what type of massage you benefit from or if this is your first massage and have no idea what to expect, our therapists can help. Your massage is customized and tailored for you.

We make getting massage easy. Located in Mendota Heights on the Southeast corner of Highway 110 and Dodd, Massage Elements is easily accessible from Minneapolis, St. Paul, Inver Grove Heights, Eagan, West St. Paul – just about anywhere in the Twin Cities. Scheduling is easy too. We have day, evening and weekend appointments available. A massage designed for you and designed to fit into your life.

Make Massage an Element of Your Healthy Lifestyle

Feel the difference massage can make. Whether you’re looking for ways to find regular stress relief in a busy life or a possible way to alleviate pain from repetitive motion, Massage Elements can help you reach your goal. Massage sessions can be scheduled for a half hour or up to 2.5 hours. We have savings on massage packages and a referral program that can get you up to a 2 hour massage for free. Call for an appointment and come see and feel the difference our massage therapists can make.



Mission Statement

Rooted in Christian values of healing and stewardship, our mission is to assist people in balancing an active life and healthy living through stress reduction and achieving/maintaining pain free movement by means of quality, client centered therapeutic massage and bodywork.

The driving force behind Massage Elements, LLC is to take massage therapy to a consistently higher quality level. This is achieved with a two-pronged approach: providing the type of massage and massage environment that best serves the client needs and providing an exceptional team work environment that retains excellent, versatile therapists.

As a massage therapist for more than 13 years I was frequently frustrated by having to tailor the massage I gave based on how much the client paid. The base or membership rate was for a relaxation massage only. If a client needed other work, such as myofascial release or trigger point, they had to pay an upcharge to receive it. Other massage centers include the interview time and the time it takes to get on the table and dressed after as part of the “massage session”. When I went to form my own company I decided to create a massage center that I would want to go to: One that did not upcharge for specialty massages or the use of essential oils; One that did not expect me to know or understand every type of massage available; One, when I found a therapist I connected with, I did not have to worry about them being gone the next time I scheduled an appointment; One that I felt safe in; One that had a comforting and accepting setting. I opened Massage Elements.

Thank you for visiting and I hope we have the honor of serving you.

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Elements Massage
Getting the Right Massage Treatment

Are you experiencing back pain? Are you going through a lot of stresses lately? Have you been having headaches that seem to start from your upper back or the back of your neck? Has your back been feeling like the only relief you can get is to twist it around several times a day? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions then what you may need is a good massage, like in elements massage.

Why get a massage?

A massage is now widely accepted as a form of alternative treatment. Some experts even suggest a massage to relieve problems like stress, headache, and some forms of injury. Before, a massage is perceived as a form of luxury, mainly because this type of service was not easily affordable to regular people due to the fact that there were very few therapists or spas that offer it. However, nowadays it has become more readily available to more people due to the existence of more spas that offer massage treatments.

A massage is good for stress relief especially when done in a quiet spa with a relaxing ambience and music in the background. It also helps when the treatment is done with aromatherapy like eucalyptus or lemon grass. To some, lavender scent is also a good choice. These scents are relaxing to the senses. The relaxing effect of the massage, plus aromatherapy, is a proven stress reliever to any person seeking effective relaxation means.

A massage also helps in easing muscle tensions and knots. Some specialized massages, like a sport massage, even help prevent and treat an injury. Many sports teams are known to employ massage therapists in their teams to help treat athletes’ injuries.

What type of massage should you get?




A lot of people have the misconception that when they go to a spa or see a massage therapist that they can get any massage they have heard of before. This is not true at all. This is why it is very important to talk to your therapist first before you get the massage. You can tell how you are feeling, what you’ve been doing, if you have postural problems and where you are experiencing pain so the therapist can suggest the best massage or combination that will suit your need. Oftentimes a therapist will combine several massage techniques to give the desired result.

One of the most popular choices of massage treatment is Swedish massage. This type of massage is great for relaxation and stress relief. This is also the best option for someone who is having a massage treatment for the first time. It applies the right amount of pressure to the muscles. Sometimes a therapist may combine Swedish massage with other types of massage for optimum results.
A deep tissue massage is the best treatment option for chronically painful and tight muscles. This is also good if you are experiencing repetitive muscle strain or having postural problems. A deep tissue massage is done by repetitively massaging to unloosen muscle knots and relieve pain. Since deep tissue massage targets muscle knots and not trigger points, it is also good for people recovering from injury.

A hot stone massage is a technique that originated from Asia. It is best for easing muscle tension without deep pressure. This is best for those with serious muscle injury or those who are experiencing deep muscle pain when pressure is applied to their muscles. The hot stones do the work of easing muscle tension through heat instead of pressure.

A prenatal massage is a specialized massage for expecting women. This massage is aimed at decreasing swelling that is common to pregnant women. This is also good to relieve aches and pains that pregnant women experience due to the additional weight they are carrying. Another benefit of a prenatal massage is easing the physical and emotional stresses that they experience due to physical and hormonal changes. This kind of massage needs a therapist who has a specialized training in giving a massage to a pregnant woman due to the sensitivity of the condition.

Another massage treatment that requires specialized training is sports massage. If the therapist does not have the proper training in sports massage, he/she may end up causing injury or further injury to the athlete. Another purpose of a sports massage apart from injury prevention and treatment is performance enhancement. This is why carefully choosing a therapist for this type of massage is very important.
Things to consider when getting a massage

Here are the things to consider before you get an elements massage treatment. First, make sure that the therapist is licensed or has special training, or that the spa you are going to has licensed and highly-trained therapists.

Also, it might help to check out the facility especially if you want a relaxing massage. If this is what you are after for getting a massage, it pays to have a dimly lit quiet room with a soothing background music. It is totally not relaxing if you can hear other clients or therapists in the spa chattering in the background. Neither is it relaxing if the room is brightly lit. You will find it to be a more relaxing experience when you close your eyes in a darker room over a brightly lit room.

There you have it, some points to remember if you plan to get a massage treatment for whatever type of condition you need.

Cortiva Institute-schools of Massage

Cortiva Institute
Cortiva Institute is a family of wellness schools with one unifying focus: to create a new standard of excellence of massage therapy and wellness education. One that:

Meets the unique challenges of our ever changing communities.
Values excellence, integrity and a holistic approach to wellness.
Prepares passionate people for successful careers helping others.
Honors humanity through healing touch.
We are proud of the rich experience and perspective that each of our schools brings to the whole. And while each school is unique in setting, history and emphasis, all Cortiva schools share the core values of integrity, quality, compassion and community.


The Cortiva Experience
Cortiva schools represent over 200 years of collective experience in successful massage therapy education. Our expertise reflects a deep practical understanding of theoretical concepts. We recognize the difference between a fad and a real breakthrough. We understand the importance of healing, therapeutic relationships. With a profound respect for tradition and intuition, we've achieved an exceptional record of innovative leadership in the teaching of massage.

As a community of massage therapy schools, we bring compassion right into the classroom. It's at the core of everything we teach. You learn more than massage techniques. You learn how to tap into your compassion so you can put those techniques into practice for the greater good. And that's the highest education standard of all.


The Cortiva Education
A comprehensive program in therapeutic massage. Through a dynamic curriculum - grounded in science and best practices - our students develop a solid foundation in therapeutic technique skills. These are skills that will make a real difference for a client's health. Business, communication and clinical application prepare our graduates to join the profession with confidence.

Experienced, accomplished faculty. Our faculty is comprised of professionals who practice what they teach. Actively engaged in the field, Cortiva teachers are chosen for their expertise, their passion for teaching, and their dedication to the healing arts.

Community through collaboration, not competition. Learning together in the highly collaborative program, fellow students become trusted professional colleagues after graduation. Students and faculty work toward the same goal, never forgetting that the most important person is the student's future client.

A personalized system of support for adult learners. We've been doing this a long time. We know the challenges, and we know what it takes to succeed. From financial aid advising to help in anatomy. From close access to caring teachers to respect for individual learning styles. We're ready to help.


Cortiva offers students:
A family oriented, group focused, comforting learning environment where each student is taught by some of the most experienced and caring wellness professionals in the industry.
An online interactive learning assessment that will offer guidance on your preferred learning style and approach.
A comprehensive and innovative curriculum.
Hands on experience at our professional and student clinics.
A national online job portal with over 2,000 job postings from around the world.
Placement assistance and career services for all graduates.
The synergy of dedicated people, innovative ideas and best practices from around the country that combine to produce a uniquely structured curriculum.
Inclusion in one of the largest networks of alumni in the wellness industry as our heritage schools have graduated well over 10,000 wellness service providers since 1999.

Massage Therapy Schools

Massage Therapy Schools
Find a Massage School to Become a Massage Therapist
Compare massage schools and massage training programs and take the first step toward a rewarding massage therapy career. Most massage therapy schools will give you a strong foundation in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage and Shiatsu.

In addition to choosing the environment in which you’d like to work, massage therapy offers a variety of career paths as well-- from different techniques on which to focus, to the option to work full time or part time. A massage therapist’s salary can be a combination of wages and tips 3 and can range anywhere from below $17,970 (the bottom 10%) to upwards of $69,000 (the top 10%) per year. 4

Wherever you envision yourself working, be it a hospital, private practice, or spa, we have information on the massage schools you need in the locations you want. Explore different school campus offerings, lengths and focuses of programs, and continuing education options all from right in front of your computer.

The field of massage therapy is growing every day, and certified, licensed massage therapists are in demand. Take advantage of our free service, and get the information you need to begin training for a career as a massage therapist right away.




Choose the massage schools from the list below that interest you, and request information directly from admissions officers. You can also Find Massage Schools by City.

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The Massage in Schools Programme is a unique, child-centered massage programme that’s helping children all over the globe.

Our Mission

The mission of the Massage in Schools Programme is to provide high quality and professional training to all teachers and caring adults willing to bring nurturing touch into schools.

Our Vision

The vision of the Massage In Schools Programme is that every child attending school experience positive and nurturing touch every day…everywhere in the world.

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The massage school

The massage school  ,you decide to attend will greatly impact your future career as a massage therapist, so it’s important to have all the facts before you enroll. If you have established you are interested in entering a massage therapy program, but aren't sure what to do next, we can help. We have in-depth school listings with detailed profiles that you can view for free. When you find a school or program that interests you on our site, you can contact the organization directly from the page for more information. Our goal here at MassageSchool.org is to make the process of becoming a practicing, professional massage therapist as simple and stress free as possible. You can also learn more about the massage industry on our massage training blog.

Massage therapy schools are surprisingly affordable, and their programs are designed to accommodate your busy schedule. Whether you want to train part-time while still keeping your current job, or are interested in a full time or even extended program, there are educational paths to suit your preference. Indeed, massage schools make it possible for you to earn your degree and certification the way you want, in the educational environment you choose.

Certified, licensed massage therapists are able to select from a wide range of employment options, have a flexible schedule, a competitive salary, and work in a field that deals directly with helping people to relax and heal. Not only is the occupation of massage therapist expected to add jobs at a faster than average rate between now and 20201 but it has also been named as one of the 50 Best Careers of 2011 by US News.2

Les bienfaits d’un massage thérapeutique

Les bienfaits d’un massage thérapeutique
Par opposition au massage de bien-être, le massage thérapeutique vise des soins d’ordre médicaux. Ces soins sont dispensés pour soigner et non pas pour détendre, notons d’ailleurs qu’en France seuls les masseurs kinésithérapeutes peuvent prétendre faire des massages thérapeutiques. Quels en sont les bienfaits ? Petit tour d’horizon sur ce que représente le massage thérapeutique.
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LES BIENFAITS D’UN MASSAGE THÉRAPEUTIQUE
Le massage thérapeutique, comme le suggère son appellation, est une méthode consistant à remédier à certains problèmes d’ordre physique ou psychologique par le massage. En d’autres termes, le massage thérapeutique n’est autre qu’une technique ayant recours au massage en tant que thérapie.


Qu’est-ce qu’un massage thérapeutique ?
On comprendra ainsi que le massage thérapeutique s’oppose au massage de bien-être. On notera d’ailleurs que pour répondre à cette vocation, le massage thérapeutique doit être effectué par une personne compétente : le thérapeute professionnel. Il n’en demeure toutefois pas moins qu’il est tout à fait possible de retrouver un ostéopathe ou un chiropracteur pratiquant ce type de massage sur leurs patients. Il est, d’ailleurs nécessaire de préciser que le massage thérapeutique doit, d’une manière générale, être prescrit par un médecin. Le massage thérapeutique peut porter sur certaines zones précises du corps ou sur le corps entier.

Pourquoi un massage thérapeutique ?
Un massage thérapeutique ne s’apparente en aucun cas à un luxe : c’est une nécessité à laquelle il est conseillé d’avoir recours. Par des pressions effectuées sur les parties à traitées ou sur l’intégralité du corps, ce type de massage peut, en effet, contribuer à optimiser la guérison d’une personne. Ce, car il a des effets bénéfiques sur les articulations ainsi que la circulation sanguine.

Par ailleurs, en plus de ses multiples bienfaits, le massage thérapeutique se présente comme un remède naturel. Il en résulte ainsi que, d’une manière générale, il n’engendre aucun effet secondaire.

Les bienfaits du massage thérapeutique
En conciliant bien-être et thérapie, ce type de massage engendre de nombreux effets bénéfiques. Le massage thérapeutique offre par exemple la possibilité de se relaxer et à se destresser. Parallèlement à cela, il remédie aux douleurs que l’on éprouve au niveau du dos, dénoue les tensions au niveau des muscles et optimise la souplesse au niveau des articulations.

Le massage thérapeutique active, en outre, la circulation sanguine. Il se présente ainsi comme l’une des solutions contre les varices ou encore les problèmes de jambes lourdes. Il optimise, par ailleurs, le fonctionnement de la circulation lymphatique. Ce qui a pour effet d’augmenter la capacité de l’organisme à éliminer les toxines. Le massage thérapeutique permet également de soulager la douleur, de guérir les problèmes respiratoires et d’optimiser le fonctionnement du système digestif.

Sur le plan psychologique, ce type de massage est prescrit pour guérir les dépressions et les stress




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