Sincere Healing Touch

Medical Massage Therapy

A Sincere Approach to a better quality of life.

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Sincere Services

Key service offerings

Deep Tissue Massage / Injury Treatment

The deeper pressure and slower strokes of deep tissue massage techniques work to realign layers of connective tissue. Even old scars and injuries can be positively affected. 

Lymphatic Therapy

Some of the many conditions that benefit from lymphatic massage include Lymphedema, Fibromyalgia, Pre & Post Surgery, Arthritis, Prenatal & Postnatal swelling, Lipedema, PCOS, Whiplash, Asthma, Venous Edema, Lipedema.

Sports Massage

Sports massage focuses on warming and waking up major muscle groups, ligaments and joints before activity and cooling everything down afterward.

Reflexology Foot Treatment

Reflexology dates back to ancient China, Egypt, Japan, India, and Russia. From manuscripts, illustrations, and artifacts we know that this pressure therapy was regarded as preventive and therapeutic medicine.

Myofascial Release (MFR)

MFR is a manual therapy used to restore balance to the body through the treatment of chronic restrictions in connective tissue that often result in chronic pain and dysfunction.

   Laudie Jean-Francois

Eastern Shore’s Laudie Jean-Francois is a Nationally Certified Medical Massage and Bodywork Therapist with a private practice that services both the State of Maryland and Delaware.

Laudie has practiced Medical Massage Therapy; specifically, in the clinical setting for greater than 15 years. With extensive experience in various therapeutic settings, she came to find early on in her career that, body therapies should be customized to specifically meet the individual client needs. Although she is skilled in a wide range of relaxation therapies, her passion for the holistic approach to healing led her to her current selective healing approach in Medical Massage Therapies. Laudie’s extensive medical massage training combined with rich nursing experience background gives her a medically oriented perspective on patient care.

“The body is an intricate interconnected system; all working together as one. Understanding that, my personal treatment philosophy is to approach all treatments holistically, and treat the whole body to assist in specific treatment work and realignment so that you can reclaim your quality of life in optimal health and comfort.”

Laudie Jean-Francois LMT
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  Massage Therapy for Pain Management

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. You might be wondering how to treat your pain, and massage therapy is one option that is showing promise.

Research continues to support the health benefits of massage therapy for pain management. Find out how massage therapy can help these five painful conditions.

  • Low-back Pain
    Back pain is a common neurological ailment in the U.S. Research shows that massage therapy can help decrease pain, reduce disability and lower anxiety/depression in low-back pain sufferers.
  • Fibromyalgia
    Studies indicate massage therapy can be a beneficial part of an integrative treatment plan for those with fibromyalgia syndrome by reducing pain, improving quality of life and decreasing anxiety, stiffness, fatigue and more.
  • Post-operative Pain
    Post-operative pain can complicate recovery, lengthen hospital stays and interfere with a patient’s return to activities. Recent research indicates massage therapy can be effective for reducing pain intensity/severity and anxiety in patients undergoing surgical procedures.
  • Tension Headaches
    According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, tension-type headache is the most common type of headache. Research has shown massage therapy can decrease perceived pain, frequency, duration and intensity for those dealing with tension headaches.
  • Arthritis
    Research indicates that 60 minute sessions of Swedish massage once a week for those with osteoarthritis of the knee significantly reduced their pain. In addition, research shows that massage therapy can decrease pain and significantly impact some rheumatoid arthritis patient’s ability to control the mobility of their limbs.

  What is Massage therapy?

Massage therapy a type of treatment that primarily focuses on soft tissue manipulation. This type of therapy has been practiced in most cultures, both Eastern and Western, throughout human history, and was one of the earliest tools that people used to try to relieve pain. It helps many chronic conditions by relieving muscular tension, decreasing stress, decreasing anxiety and decreasing muscle soreness. Studies show that massages may also stimulate the brain to release hormones which are natural pain killers called endorphins. Massage therapy focuses on decreasing overall muscle tension. This is usually accomplished by increasing the parasympathetic (PNS) nervous functioning and by decreasing the sympathetic (SNS) nervous system. This relaxation response is also proven to increase the available serotonin levels.

Laudie Jean-Francois Massage Therapist

Medical vs Wellness Massage

Medical Massage

Medical Massage Therapy, often defined as an outcome-based treatment approach, encompasses an array of scientifically based protocols and modalities to reach the patient's desired outcome. Medical Massages are often directed by the physician for injuries related to automobile accidents, work accidents, and are determined medically necessary as part of the client’s treatment plan.

Desired outcomes are usually associated with the resolution of trauma of the musculoskeletal, stemming from injuries and disorders. Certain techniques can also treat a variety of other ailments; including: edema, and lymphedema, allergy symptom and post-surgery recovery. Medical Massage therapy is an excellent addition to other treatment approaches, such as physical therapy or chiropractic work. Additionally, this kind of treatment is highly effective alternative to more invasive treatments, such as surgery or injections for inflammation and pain management.

Wellness Massage

Wellness massages are generally directed by the client, for relaxation, minor aches, and maintenance. Despite the unrefuted benefits of wellness massages, it is important to note that Insurance does not cover the cost, as it is not deemed a medical necessity

Wellness massages are not doctor directed and do not require a medical prescription. Some example of these modalities of services includes; Swedish, sports, pregnancy, relaxation and more. The distinct difference with a wellness massage that differs from a medical in that is that a wellness massage does not ever require a specific diagnosis, rather it is an elective therapy at the discretion of the patient.

While a spa or a wellness massage might feel similar to clinical in some ways, because the purposes of these two massage types differ, the types of techniques used will also differ. During a spa visit, you typically enjoy a regular, Swedish Massage that’s more basic and centers on your relaxation. However, during a medical massage, a broader set of modalities, such as Trigger Point Therapy or Myofascial Release, to offer to aid in muscle health recovery.

What People Are Saying

“She's about an hour away from me and worth the trip! If you need someone to really help you, Laudie is the answer.” Max J ( Milford DE )
“My knee issues started at 14 years-old, after being involved in a car accident and sustaining some injuries. I continued to experience pain well after PT. My treatments with Laudie have been so impactful to my recovery, even though I did not see her until about 5 years after my injury, once I started treatment I could really feel the difference. Laudie brings a dedication and excellence to her craft, and she truy possesses an unmatched knowledge, and a gifted touch to the healing way of massage therapy.” Danielle P ( Dover DE )
“Laudie does truly remarkable work, I have sought treatment from her for sports injuries but recently I went in just for some much needed self-care. I had such an amazing healing experience, she truly gives the best relaxation massage, such good work! ” Jarrod T ( Easton MD )
“I was blown away with how much less tense the tight feeling in my face felt after my treatment. Literally immediately I could feel the difference.. She is the best.” Jenna C ( Dover DE )
“Laudie is amazing I was immediately relaxed and felt totally comfortable in his care.” Carol N ( Delmar MD )
“She is so thorough, very knowledgeable! She really made a huge difference in the pain in my lower back and neck, I am so thankful to have found her! ” Raquel(Seaford DE)
“Laudie came highly recommended, and I am glad I made the call and booked my appointment. She is efficient, thorough and calming. She has been my therapist for over three years, I can urge you enough to call and book an appointment if you are dealing with pain and need relief that is not necessarily a prescription for pills.” Lisa ( Delmar MD )
“Fantastic massage therapist! Really help my low back pain and neck tension that results in migraines. I highly recommend.” Dana P ( Milford DE )
“She is a gifted and intuitive masseuse who knows exactly which stiff muscles need to be worked, with just the right amount of pressure. I highly recommend her! ” Sharon T ( Bethany Beach DE )
“I would highly recommend Laudie to anyone suffering from chronic pain, I suffer from tension headaches, and chronic lower back pain. 5 years ago, I decided to take my health into my own hands, and I sought counsel via a consultation. I came across laudie, and therapy from her has really been a game changer for me. My treatment plan and recommendations were tailored to my needs. With Laudies help, have been able to have a quality of life that is 10 folds better than when I was simply on pain management medication. Massages are not just a splurge or a treat, for me it is a part of my health care plan. Not sure where I would be, if I had not incorporated medical massage into my regiment. Book an appointment today, your body will thank you for it.” Mary S ( Delmar MD )

Modalities

  • On-Site Chair Massage
    (Corporate)

  • Medical Therapeutic Massage
    WC and PIP Insurance accepted

Additional Modalities Offered

  • Deep Tissue massage

  • Lymphatic Drainage

  • Myofascial Massage

  • Dry Cupping

  • Reflexology

  • Swedish Massage

  • Trigger Point therapy

  • Sports Massage

CONTACT

Currently accepting application for wellness professional to lease work space.
Nutritionist, Wellness Coaches, Yoga Instructors/LMTs/Reiki Masters are welcomed to inquire.

Or lets get in touch. Send us a message:

200 S. Bi-State Blvd Unit A
Delmar Md, 21875

Phone: (410) 845-6268

Email: laudie@sincerehealingtouch.com