Company Contact : Maryling Yu Pavia Day Spa info@paviadayspa.com 408-741-1555

PAVIA DAY SPA ANNOUNCES "ADVANCED MASSAGE THERAPY" PROGRAM
New Massage Services Emphasize Posture Correction For Long-Term Pain Relief

Saratoga , CA - November 10, 2004 - Pavia Day Spa, a full-service day spa located at 12840 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road, today announced the addition of “Advanced Massage Therapy” to its menu of services. Dr. Daniela Marinescu, a native Romanian with over 25 years of experience in the fields of physical therapy and massage, has joined Pavia Day Spa to spearhead this new focus on long-term correction of chronic pain and other health issues. The co-author of several books and papers, and author of the book (in Romanian), “Lower Back Pain and Sciatica: Treatment and Prevention,” Daniela holds a Ph.D. in Physical Education, a Master's Certification in the prestigious St. John's method of Neuromuscular Therapy, and a Medical Exercise Specialist Certification. Dr. Marinescu is a member of the American Academy of Health, Fitness, & Rehabilitation Professionals and Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals.

Pavia Day Spa is launching the “Advanced Massage Therapy” program as part of its philosophy of promoting overall sanity and well-being. In that respect, helping clients understand and attain correct body posture is an important contribution to their overall physical health. Distortions in posture can disrupt the energetic flow in our bodies, which can, in time, lead to functional disturbances that force our lungs, heart, and liver to work harder. Daniela has performed years of research on many different non-invasive healing techniques, and has developed her own method which blends aspects of several different disciplines, including sports medicine, physical therapy, neuromuscular massage, myofascial release, and basic massage.

“Over the years, I have seen how poor posture at work and in our everyday lives can lead to some muscles being shortened and others lengthened in their effort to hold the body upright,” said Dr. Marinescu, “Our clients have experienced significant relief from chronic pain when they practice proper body alignment and receive regular massages. I am excited to lead this program at Pavia Day Spa because I derive great personal satisfaction from helping my clients feel better long-term.”

During an Advanced Massage Therapy session with Daniela, clients will first undergo a posture analysis, followed by a series of range-of-motion tests to assess movement restrictions, if any exist. Daniela will then customize the massage session to the client's particular muscular imbalances and asymmetries, working through each muscle layer carefully and precisely. If appropriate, Daniela will also instruct the client in a short, personalized Movement Therapy program which the client can perform at home.

“We are thrilled to have Daniela on our staff. Few other spas have therapists with this kind of highly specialized training,” said Maryling Yu, co-owner of Pavia Day Spa, “By offering Advanced Massage Therapy and posture correction services, Pavia is reinforcing our commitment to our clients' sanity, not vanity.”

Daniela has designed specialized programs for those with specific needs, like computer junkies and golfers, and has also developed other sessions for those with pain in the lower back or head/neck/shoulders area. Daniela is available to see clients at Pavia on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

To book an Advanced Massage Therapy appointment with Daniela or purchase a gift certificate for a loved one, customers should call Pavia Day Spa at 408-741-1555.

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