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Hot Stone, Lomi Lomi, Orthopedic & Other Massage Therapies by Seasoned Professionals

Spirit of Health
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Who We Are

Spirit of Health is adept in many forms of massage therapies including hot stone, lomi lomi, hot stone, prenatal, and orthopedic. Right in our Cupertino studio, Cara pampers her clients looking for relaxation and rejuvenation.

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    Hot Stone

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    Orthopedic

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    Prenatal Massage

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    Seated or Chair Massage

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    Esalen Massage

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    Lomi Lomi

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    Structural Repair

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Facts and Questions

Bodies respond and relax naturally to heat. Using hot stone allows me to utilize localized warmth to help muscles relax and reduce pain. The hot stones are in motion they don’t create the side effect of increasing blood to the area, an added benefit that avoids increased inflammation.

Get a relaxing massage 2 or 3 days before a big run so your muscles are flexible going into the run. It is also a good idea to get a massage after a run to help move the toxins and reduce inflammation as the body heals itself.

As part of the process, I use oil to reduce friction as I work to loosen tense muscles and joints. Most of my clients remove most (if not all) of their clothing and then cover themselves under the sheet provided on the massage table. Throughout the massage, I work on different areas of the body at a time. Tailoring pressure to make sure you are comfortable, I’ll customize the massage to your special needs.

It is a percussion tool that is designed to break up scar tissue, calcium deposits, and lactic acid that forms in the fiber of the muscle. It helps slow down the degeneration process associated with arthritis.

Regular massage reduces stress, high blood pressure, and cortisol levels in your heart. Muscles have memory, so when getting a regular massage your body will remember it's time to relax. Over time you will start to relax just by laying on the table in anticipation of the massage.

That is an individual decision. However, it’s recommended to get a massage at least once a month in order to reduce stress in your body. For those will particularly stressful lives I recommend coming in more often. If you are recovering from surgery or an injury, the frequency of massage is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Typically one hour is enough time to work on your entire body. However, 90 minutes is preferred especially when you are experiencing a lot of stress or you want extra attention in certain areas. For example, those with demanding careers where they frequently sit in meetings or spend hours at a computer. The muscles in their neck, shoulders, and back get extremely tight, and a longer massage allows time to focus on those areas.

Drink lots of water. Toxins like lactic acid are released from your muscles during a massage. By drinking lots of water you help your body to wash out those toxins and heal. For clients looking to increase flexibility and range of motion, I may also suggest stretching exercises.

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What People Say

“Spirit of Health is the BEST! I‘ve had many other massages to be able to offer a fair and experienced comparison. The atmosphere is peaceful and comfortable. I felt instantly welcomed and very much at home in their office. Not only do they have the mechanics of massage refined to near perfection, their sincere caring for their client radiates throughout the time spent with them. Spirit of Health gives a fantastic massage infused with genuine warmth, sincere caring, and a mother’s love.”

San Jose, CA

Text me to join the Yoga for Cheaters, a 30 min stretching session, that  will make you feel relaxed, refreshed, rejuvenated and create a positive flow of energy.

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4.9
Based on 9 reviews
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Ranee MendezRanee Mendez
01:20 12 Jan 21
Cara did an awesome job on me. Very professional, relaxing, clean environment. Thank you Cara for taking years of tension off my back.
Laura CampbellLaura Campbell
22:07 01 Mar 20
Cara is a tender, gentle soul, and makes you feel relaxed and cared for. Her touch is calming, soothing, and relaxing, yet powerful! I highly recommend a session with her.
Michelle RaicheMichelle Raiche
15:19 26 Aug 19
My massage with Cara was amazing! The room was comfortable and peaceful and she was extremely intuitive in knowing the level of massage that felt good and she focused on those areas that were really bothering me and I felt so much better when my massage was over. I would highly recommend Cara...she's awesome and also a lovely person.
JaNae LillyJaNae Lilly
19:18 06 May 19
I saw Cara when I was about 7 months pregnant and on vacation. I was swollen huge and my feet were unrecognizable. Cara was wonderful!!! Very professional and knew just what I needed. She even showed my husband a thing or two to help for the last 2 months of pregnancy. Highly Highly recommend her.
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07:24 11 Dec 17
Richard AdlerRichard Adler
00:51 17 Nov 17
I've been going to Spirit of Health for massages for the past two years. Cara is highly skilled at giving massages that are both pleasurable and therapeutic. I've been impressed by the way she tunes into what my issues are and focuses on working with them. In addition to seeing clients privately, she also works regularly at El Camino Hospital where she applies her skills to both patients and staff.
Mike Van SantMike Van Sant
15:57 25 Jul 16
It is always a great experience going to see Cara at Spirit of Health in Cupertino. She listens and knows how to best give you the right type of service that helps your specific problem or concern. I have been seeing her for around 3 years and will continue to use her for on going treatments.
Pete MusitanoPete Musitano
22:31 30 Oct 14
I have just moved back to the bay area and I have been trying a lot of different massage therapists in an attempt to find one that meets all my needs and expectations. Cara, at Spirit of Health, is actually the best I have ever encountered. She makes me extremely comfortable. She listens to my and needs and customizes the massage to address them. She also asks for my feedback as the massage progresses and adjusts her therapy accordingly. This is my new massage therapy home and I highly recommend it to everyone.