Pulse Legacy Archive December 2011 | Page 54

Balance Your Stress One of the most important aspects of any spa experience is finding a way to balance your mind, body and spirit. Aspira Spa located in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin helped align the chakras (energy points) with their Chakra Gardens Massage. This customized massage uses the color and the vibration of indigenous plants to energize and balance the chakras, giving an overall sense of peace and relaxation. Complete Harmony was developed by Kohler Waters Spa in Kohler, Wisconsin to clear the mind and release tension. Breathing exercises and aromatherapy help to induce a state of relaxation while a temple and scalp massage is performed. Skana, The Spa at Turning Stone Resort in Verona, New York also utilized the benefits of aromatherapy in their Oneida Peaceful Journey treatment. A dry oil is massaged into the arms and hands while a warm pine-infused towel is applied to the neck and shoulders. The fatigue-easing massage continued on the upper back, scalp and facial pressure points. Relaxation Through Sound Vibration Miraval Resort and Spa in Tucson, Arizona introduced the TAIZ Sensorium a specially designed flax-seed-filled chair to massage from the inside out. The treatment incorporates music, base rhythms and sounds from nature to create vibrations that massage deeply into your body. It’s designed to calm Want to read media reviews and highlights on the 2011 ISPA Media Event? Visit digital Pulse at experienceispa.com to read features from The Associated Press, Frommers.com and About.com. A mix of showcase is seen in every corner, ranging from (clockwise from top) The Spa at Trump, Miraval Resort and Spa and HydroPeptide. the nervous system and promote healthy sleep patterns. Acupuncture That Melts Tension Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat in Tallebudgera Valley, Queensland, Australia formulated their Rockupuncture treatment to aid those dealing with stress, adrenal exhaustion, fertility issues and insomnia. The application of warm stones allows muscles to relax so acupuncture can be performed to balance energy meridians. ■ VISIT DIGITAL PULSE at experienceispa.com to see NBC’s coverage of the 2011 ISPA Media Event. 52 PULSE ■ December 2011