Dana Durand
Licensed Massage Therapist
relax. revive. rejuvenate.
About
Since graduating from the Baltimore School of Massage in 2002, Dana Durand has worked hard to compliment the education she received there. In an effort to bring as much knowledge and experience with her into each session, she has continued her education in various forms of massage including Reflexology, Neuromuscular, Trigger Point Therapy, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Rain Drop Therapy and Sports Massage. Passionate about health and personal growth, Dana enrolled and graduated from the National Institute of Personal Training, receiving certification in both Personal Training and Nutritional Consulting. She also worked within the medical massage field for five years, helping patients at a physical therapy clinic, and general practitioners office.
Over the past seven years Dana has traveled, learned, and honed her craft into something truly original. She continues to draw inspiration from helping the people she works with, and stresses that touch is absolutely vital to human health. Dana is currently nationally certified, and holds licenses in the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia.
Services
Swedish
A very gentle and relaxing massage.
Deep tissue/ Neuromuscular
A massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes, and deep pressure on the contracted areas by either following or going across the fibers of the muscles, tendons and fascia. Neuromuscular is a massage modality that focuses on the treatment of trigger points. They are called trigger points because they refer pain to other parts of the body.
Sports
A combination of Swedish, Deep Tissue and stretching techniques to help athletes, work-out enthusiasts and runners prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event, or function well during training. Sports massage is also good for people with injuries, chronic pain, or restricted range of motion.
Prenatal
This service is designed for pregnant and nursing mothers to aid in relaxation. It reduces pregnancy discomforts and enhances the physiological and emotional well-being of both mother and baby.
Reflexology
An application of pressure, stretching, and movement to the feet to affect corresponding parts of the body. Feet are a mirror image of the body and by applying this technique, stress in the body can be released.
Hot Stone
A massage using warm stones that deeply penetrate tense muscles to soothe and relax the body. A great treatment option, especially in winter.
Myofascial Release
A very effective hands-on technique that provides sustained pressure into fascial restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. Fascia is very densely woven, covering and interpenetrating every muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein as well as all of our internal organs. I like to incorporate this technique into most of my massages. Little to no oil is used during this massage.
Rain Drop Therapy
An aromatherapy massage that involves the application of ten specific essential oils. These essential oils have been clinically tested to have antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. The oils are worked into the spine using light finger strokes, stimulating energy impulses and dispersing the oils along the nervous system throughout the entire body. This helps bring the body into balance and the energy centers can be cleared and re-aligned. Aromatherapy massage will also help to reduce spinal inflammations and kill viruses that hibernate along the spinal column. By stimulating the central nervous system, you affect every system in the body including emotional release and support.
Seated Chair Massage
Great for offices, public events and private parties.
Prices
$80/60 min $120/90 min
Deep tissue / Neuromuscular
Hot stone
$100/60 min $150/90 min
Myofascial release
Raindrop Therapy
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Gift Certificates
Treat that special someone in your life with a massage. Gift Certificates will be mailed to you, or you may arrange to pick them up at your convenience.
F.A.Q.
What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is a process of manual manipulation of the body's muscular and soft tissue structure through a variety of techniques ranging from relaxation to clinical and therapeutic applications.
What are the Benefits?
Massage encourages the feeding and development of the muscular system by stimulating its circulation and cell activity. A full-body massage causes the muscles to become both firmer and more elastic. Muscles too weak to be used voluntarily can be strengthened by a massage treatment. Massage is also an effective means of relaxing tense muscles and releasing muscle spasms.
The supply of blood to the muscles is proportionate to their activity. It is estimated that blood passes three times faster through muscles being massaged than through muscles at rest. Particular massage movements create a pumping action that forces the venous blood and lymph onward, and brings a fresh supply of blood to the muscles. Massage aids in the removal of metabolic waste products and helps nourish surrounding tissues.
Muscle tissue that has been injured heals more quickly and with less scarring and adhesions when massage is applied regularly. Massage can have a positive effect on the range of motion of limbs that had previously been constrained by tissue injury, inflammation, muscle tension or strain.
What is a Trigger Point?
Trigger points are painful points located within taut bands of muscle and are treated primarily with the application of sustained static pressure. Sometimes this is referred to as ischemic pressure and can vary from very light to heavy depending on the stage of development of the trigger point.
What do I wear during a massage?
During a massage you are covered by a sheet and blanket, only the area being worked on is exposed. You should dress down to your comfort level.
What should you expect after a Deep Tissue massage?
After a Deep Tissue massage, soreness is expected; however, the muscle pain that brought you to the Deep Tissue option will be alleviated. The soreness is much like the soreness associated with working out. This soreness is greatly helped by drinking lots of water after your massage.
Why Should I drink water after?
Water after a massage helps the body flush out any accumulated materials in the muscles which were released during the massage. Massage stimulates circulation in the body while expressing water, salt and other minerals from the muscles. Circulation is designed to carry away waste materials generated by cells.
Should I tip my therapist?
Tipping is never expected but always appreciated.
Contact
Email info_danadurand.com
Phone 240-753-3823
Location
4321 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington DC 20016
Entrance on Windom Place
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Testimonials
“"I have experienced a lot of bodywork and find Dana Durand to be one of the best. Her knowledge of movement and application of various hands-on techniques provides the perfect blend to help me recover and regenerate. I recommend Dana to my patients and encourage others to enlist her as a member of their healthy lifestyle coaches”"
Dr. Brian Paris
Doctor of Chiropractic
Clinical Biomechanics of Posture Fellow
Performance Enhancement Specialist-NASM
Advanced Spine & Wellness Center-Rockville, MD
www.parischiro.com
"As a kayak instructor I put a lot of wear and tear on my back and various muscle groups. I have gone to a lot of therapists and Dana is by far one of the most talented. She has the right mix of intuition, depth of knowledge and training and a sports background to provide the most therapeutic and healing experience I have come across".
Nathan Nahikian
Kayak Instructor
www.liquidadventures.org
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