Polly Christy

Polly Savoie Christy has been practicing Massage Therapy since 1994 and incorporates massage into each acupuncture session. She began her practice while living in a Mayan hut on the beach in Mexico when hurricane Irene brought her her first massage table. Ask her to tell you the story - you will be amazed and inspired at how the Universe provides!She has studied with Mayan Shaman Don Aurelio Panti near Tulum, Mexico and Tom Tam at The Oriental Institute in Boston, MA. Her style is unique as it includes nearly two decades of integrative styles including: deep tissue, acupressure, tui na, reflexology, Swedish and Balinese Massage. Her Clients have reported her hands to be "magical conduits of light." Book your appointment now.

Polly Savoie Christy L.Ac., M.Ac., has been practicing Massage Therapy since 1994 and Acupuncture since 1996. She began her practice while living in a Mayan hut on the beach in Mexico when hurricane Irene brought her her first massage table. Ask her to tell you the story - you will be amazed and inspired at how the Universe provides!

She has studied massage since 1994 with Mayan Shaman Don Aurelio Panti near Tulum, Mexico and Tom Tam at The Oriental Institute in Boston, MA in 1995. Her style is unique as it includes intuitive wisdom of integrative styles including: deep tissue, acupressure, tui na, reflexology, Swedish and Balinese Massage. Her Clients have reported her hands to be "magical conduits of light”.

"Polly earned her Master”s Degree in Acupuncture the well respected Tai Sophia Institute (now Maryland University of Integrative Health), a fully accredited Institution. After completing the 2,600 hours to earn her degree 1999, she apprenticed under the president, Robert Duggan, for 2 years, managed the faculty clinic and was an esteemed member of the faculty teaching at a Master’s degree level. She moved to Charleston and founded Tides Acupuncture & Massage in 2004 and is passionate about sharing this healing wisdom! Book your appointment now.

Josh Coates

Josh Coates has been a licensed massage therapist for over 10 years. The last 6 years he has been working on USC Football and Basketball teams. His work is pointed, excellent, and caring! He combines neuromuscular, Swedish, Rolfing techniques along …

Josh Coates has been a licensed massage therapist for over 10 years. The last 6 years he has been working on USC Football and Basketball teams. His work is pointed, excellent, and caring! He combines neuromuscular, Swedish, Rolfing techniques along with Jiujitsu healing arts and Okazaki restorative massage. You are in good hands and will leave feeling the benefits of his outstanding resume and kind nature!

 

How Can Massage Therapy Be Medically Beneficial?

  • Relieves Stress -Even a single massage session can significantly lower heart rate, cortisol and insulin levels¬–all of which help reduce daily stress.

  • Encourages Relaxation- Massage has been shown to help the body enter a relaxing rest-and-recovery mode- an effect that lingers long after the massage is over.

  • Improves Circulation- The pressure created by massage therapy moves blood through congested areas. This causes new blood to flow in, resulting improved body function.

  • Lower Blood Pressure- High blood pressure has more misconceptions than nearly any other medical condition and may be evaluated at your visit.

  • Relaxes Muscles- Massage gets to the root of persistent pain by relaxing tense muscles.

  • Improves Flexibility and Range of Motion- Massage helps keep joints more fluid, making you more flexible and less prone to injury.

  • Promotes Deeper and Easier Breathing- Massage can play an important role in reliving respiratory issues and training the body how to relax.

  • Relieves Headaches- Massage helps ease the pressure and pain, which can also reduce the chance and frequency of headaches.

  • Strengthens the Immune System- Studies indicate that regular massage can naturally increase the immune system’s cytotoxic capacity–the activity level of the body’s natural "killer cells".

  • Enhances Post-Operative Rehabilitation- Massage helps the body pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.

  • Improves Rehabilitation After Injury- A continual massage program can accelerate the recovery process, as well as help you relax and stay motivated.