Licensed Massage Therapist

Certified in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Hot Stone Massage.

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Licensed Massage Therapist, Ann Cholewinski has experience working with a broad range of clientele. As an LMT she is licensed with the Alabama State Board of Massage Therapy. Ann has been Nationally Certified in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Hot Stone Massage.

Additionally, she has knowledge of Reflexology and Prenatal Massage. With 19 plus years of experience, she has been an integral part of the rehab of college and pro athletes.

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Ann is experienced working with many different professionals, stay at home moms, and the elderly. She finds massage to be very rewarding and believes that it can be therapeutic and preventive, as well as relaxing.

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Benefits of massage?

The field of therapeutic massage and bodywork draws from touch therapies of both Western and non-Western traditions.

Benefits

Benefits of massage?

The field of therapeutic massage and bodywork draws from touch therapies of both Western and non-Western traditions. Practitioners incorporate knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to address soft tissue dysfunctions, stress-related conditions and energy imbalances.

Massage therapy has been proven effective in:

  • Relieving back pain
  • Boosting immune system
  • Reducing anxiety
  • Lowering blood pressure
  • Treating migraines
  • Decreasing carpal tunnel symptoms
  • Easing post-operative pain
  • Alleviating side effects of cancer
 
 

Source: American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Fact Sheets

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100 Century Park South
Suite 120
Vestavia, AL 35226

205-706-7113

ann@faithmassageandwellness.com

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You are welcome to call but you can also book a massage online! Please feel free to reach out.
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FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions

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Your massage will take place in a warm, comfortable, quiet room. Relaxing music will play and you will lie on a massage table.

Most massages are traditionally done with the client completely unclothed; however, you may leave underwear or shorts on. You will be properly draped during your massage.

The practitioner will leave the room while you undress, relax on the table, and cover yourself with a clean sheet.

You will be properly draped at all times to keep you warm and comfortable.  Only the area being worked on will be exposed.

A typical full-body massage will include work on your back, shoulders, legs, head, neck, arms, hands, and feet. However we can concentrate on one or more specific areas if you would prefer.

Before the massage, feel free to ask the practitioner any questions about the technique or the upcoming session. During the massage make yourself comfortable. The practitioner will either gently move you or tell you what is needed to do. Many people just close their eyes and completely relax, communicating if/when they need more or less pressure, another blanket, or anything else relevant to the massage.

Most people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy,heightened awareness and great productivity which can last for days. Since toxins are released from your soft tissue during a massage, it’s recommended you drink plenty of water after your massage.

Massage can release chronic tension and pain., improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue, and stress, promote faster healing of muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage is also known to promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety and create an overall sense of well being.

Yes. That’s why it’s so important, before your massage, the practitioner asks general health questions. As well as you inform the practitioner of any health problems or medications your are taking. If you are under a doctor’s care it is strongly advised that you receive a written recommendation for a massage before your session. Depending on the condition, approval from your doctor may be required.

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Services

Swedish

Personalized Massage

Swedish massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber) and vibration/shaking. Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee over a period of time. The development of Swedish massage is often inaccurately credited to Per Henrik Ling, though the Dutch practitioner Johan Georg Mezger adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes. The term "Swedish" massage is actually only recognized in English and Dutch speaking countries, and in Hungary. Elsewhere (including Sweden) the style is referred to as "classic massage".

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Deep Tissue

Personalized Massage

Deep Tissue

Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in the muscle and the connective tissue or fascia. This type of massage focuses on the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain, are involved in heavy physical activity (such as athletes), and patients who have sustained physical injury. It is not uncommon for receivers of deep tissue massage to have their pain replaced with a new muscle ache for a day or two. It should not be confused with “deep pressure” massage, which is one that is performed with sustained strong, occasionally intense pressure throughout an entire full-body session, and that is not performed to address a specific complaint..

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Neuromuscular Therapy

Personalized Massage

Neuromuscular therapy (NMT) is a form of soft tissue manual therapy. It is distinguished from other types of massage in that a quasi-static pressure is applied to the skin with the aim of stimulating specific areas of skeletal muscle. Often these areas of muscle are myofascial trigger points. NMT is a comprehensive program of soft tissue manipulation techniques that balance the central nervous system (brain, spinal column and nerves) with the structure and form of the musculoskeletal system. NMT is based on neurological laws that explain how the central nervous system maintains homeostatic balance.

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Hot Stone Massage

Personalized Massage

A stone massage uses water-heated stones to apply pressure and heat to the body. Stones coated in oil can also be used by the therapist delivering various massaging strokes. The hot stones used are commonly Basalt stones (or lava rocks) which over time have become extremely polished and smooth. The stones pressure, while retaining heat, deeply penetrates into the muscles, releasing tension.

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Testimonials

WHAT PEOPLE HAVE TO SAY

Like most folks, I would pick up the occasional living social or groupon for an hour long massage from random massage places offering a deal that month. Every time I had the same results: the massage would feel great but as I walked to my car in the parking lot I immediately could feel everything start to tense up again. Ten months ago I purchased an hour long massage deal for Ann Roth. I went into the massage expecting the same results as before, but was so pleasantly surprised with the quality of Ann's massage that I scheduled another massage with her that day. Ann is the first massage therapist I have went to more than once, and from my bi-weekly appointments I have noticed a great change in my neck and back health. I highly recommend Ann!
Bonnie S.
Bonnie S.
I have had many massages in the past but because of the increasing pain and muscle stiffness due to my Fibromyalgia, Diabetic Neuropathy and Arthritis I stopped having them. The therapist did not understand they were hurting me. I would have to take extra pain medication just hours after each session. Then in 2003, I gave Ann Roth a chance. She was very easy to talk to and she listened to me AND my body. She tailored made a massage routine that loosened my stiff muscles and also reduced my pain significantly. I noticed the effects of her technique lasted not for a day but for days. I noticed I was not using my pain medication between the scheduled times. As the months passed, I did not use as much medication for pain or the neuropathy. I have often told her and many people she has gifted hands ... healing hands ...
Pamela D.
Pamela D.
I would like to give my experience with ann as my massage therapist because I have been with her for a number of years now and I have found her gifted and talented. I have had various problems through these years as I am an older woman and she always attended to these issues in a way that was healing and reassuring. She always provided those extras that are so appreciated, warmed table, special attention to my hands and feet, a wonderful scent to inhale and calming music. I think a lot of her skills as a massage therapist and highly recommend her.
Randi D.
Randi D.
Ann Roth was recommended to me by a good friend who told me that Ann could really help me with my chronic neck, shoulder and back pain. Ann did more than I would have ever expected a massage therapist could do. She not only helped relieve my pain but she brought overall wellness into my life through her massages. She cares about the emotional, physical and spiritual health of her clients and you can tell that during her sessions with you. I became a faithful client for 2 years until Ann moved to New Orleans. She is thorough, professional and talented. I used to tell her that she had "magic healing hands"... Just try her and you will see...
Stephanie D.
Stephanie D.
Ann has fixed a long on-going issue with my knee. Very thorough and would highly recommend her to anyone!
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100 Century Park South
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