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At Holistic Smile Center in San Marcos, Lake Atitlán, we offer a unique blend of Mayan-inspired therapeutic massage and traditional healing techniques. Our expert therapists specialize in a variety of treatments, including Swedish massage, Deep Tissue massage, Hot Stone therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, and more. Each session is tailored to meet your individual needs, whether you’re seeking relaxation, pain relief, or enhanced wellness.

Experience the healing power of Mayan therapies in the heart of Lake Atitlán to restore balance, reduce stress, and rejuvenate your body and mind.

Book your massage today and let our expert hands restore your body, mind, and spirit!

Swedish massage

The purpose of Swedish therapy is to increase oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Benefits include improved circulation, increased muscle tone, and balance of the musculo-skeletal systems. The therapy involves soft, long, kneading strokes, light, rhythmic tapping strokes, and joint movements. By relieving muscle tension, Swedish therapy can be both relaxing and energizing, promoting a sense of well-being while enhancing flexibility and mobility.

Shiatsu massage

The purpose of Shiatsu is to balance the body’s energy flow and promote overall wellness. Benefits include improved circulation, relief from muscle tension, and enhanced flexibility and joint mobility. The therapy involves applying pressure to specific points along the body’s meridians using fingers, palms, and thumbs. Shiatsu also incorporates stretching and joint manipulation, which help restore energy balance. This technique promotes relaxation while revitalizing both the body and mind for a sense of harmony.

Neuromuscular tr. pts

The purpose of Neuromuscular Trigger Point Therapy is to target and release tight, painful areas in the muscles. Benefits include relief from chronic pain, improved blood circulation, and increased range of motion. The therapy involves applying pressure to specific trigger points, areas of hyperactive muscle fibers. By releasing tension in these points, it helps reduce pain and improve muscle function. This technique is effective for treating conditions like tension headaches, back pain, and muscle strain.

Deep Tissue

The purpose of Deep Tissue Massage is to target deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to relieve chronic pain and muscle tension. Benefits include improved blood circulation, reduced muscle stiffness, and increased flexibility. The therapy involves applying firm pressure and slow strokes to reach deeper muscle layers, focusing on areas of tension and discomfort. This technique helps break up scar tissue and adhesions, promoting healing, relieving stress, and improving overall muscle function.

Mayan Abdominal

The purpose of Mayan Abdominal Massage is to promote balance and healing in the abdominal area, improving digestion and overall well-being. Benefits include relief from digestive issues, improved circulation, and enhanced reproductive health. The therapy involves gentle, deep pressure applied to the abdomen, focusing on the digestive organs, reproductive system, and energy flow. This technique helps release blockages, align internal organs, and restore balance, offering both physical and emotional healing.

Acupuncture

The purpose of Neuromuscular Trigger Point Therapy is to target and release tight, painful areas in the muscles. Benefits include relief from chronic pain, improved blood circulation, and increased range of motion. The therapy involves applying pressure to specific trigger points, areas of hyperactive muscle fibers. By releasing tension in these points, it helps reduce pain and improve muscle function. This technique is effective for treating conditions like tension headaches, back pain, and muscle strain.

Hot Stone Therapy

Hot Stone Massage involves the use of smooth, heated stones placed on specific points of the body to relax muscles and improve circulation. The heat from the stones helps loosen tight muscles, allowing for deeper tissue work and relieving tension. Benefits include reduced stress, improved blood flow, and relief from muscle pain. The therapy combines gentle stone placement with traditional massage techniques, promoting deep relaxation, balance, and overall well-being for both body and mind.

Cupping

Cupping Therapy is an ancient technique that uses suction cups applied to the skin to improve circulation, relieve pain, and promote healing. The therapy helps release muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and increase blood flow by creating negative pressure on the skin. Cupping can also aid in detoxification and support the immune system. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as back pain, muscle stiffness, and respiratory issues, offering a natural, non-invasive form of healing.

Lymph drainage

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a gentle technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system, promoting the removal of toxins and excess fluid from the body. Benefits include reduced swelling, improved circulation, and enhanced immune function. The therapist uses light, rhythmic strokes to encourage the natural flow of lymph, helping to reduce water retention and improve overall wellness. This therapy can also aid in post-surgical recovery, alleviate stress, and enhance skin tone and texture for a revitalized feeling.

Reiki

Reiki is a holistic healing technique that involves the transfer of energy from the practitioner to the client through gentle touch or near-touch. This process helps balance the body’s energy, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. Benefits include improved emotional well-being, pain relief, and enhanced mental clarity. Reiki can also support the body’s natural healing processes, increase vitality, and restore harmony, helping to create a sense of peace and overall balance within the body and mind.

Ayurveda

Ayurveda is an ancient holistic system of healing that focuses on balancing the mind, body, and spirit using natural elements, herbs, and therapies. Treatments include dietary adjustments, herbal remedies, and massage techniques tailored to an individual’s dosha (body constitution). Benefits include improved digestion, detoxification, stress reduction, and enhanced overall health. Ayurveda seeks to restore harmony and prevent illness by addressing the root causes of imbalances, helping the body achieve optimal wellness and longevity.

Reflexology

Reflexology is a therapeutic technique that applies pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears, which correspond to various organs and systems in the body. This method stimulates the body’s natural healing processes, promoting relaxation and improving circulation. Benefits include stress relief, pain reduction, and enhanced overall health. Reflexology can support digestion, boost energy levels, and improve sleep, offering a non-invasive way to balance the body and promote physical and emotional wellness.