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Corporate On-Site Chair Massage
Karin Chrysty Therapeutic Massage offers massage in the workplace. Thanks to the many companies offering massage in the workplace, employees are able to enjoy periodic relief from the effects of stress. Research on workplace massage by the Touch Research Institute at the Miami School of Medicine found that a group of 26 employees who had twice-weekly, 15-minute massage were much more relaxed than a control group of 24 employees, who were simply instructed to close their eyes and relax for 15 minutes. Those receiving massage were more alert, post-massage, according to their EEG readouts. In addition, saliva testing showed a lower level of stress hormones in their bodies. Massage recipients reported feeling less fatigued and more clear-headed than they did prior to their massage.
According to a 1993 report by the International Labor Organization, job stress is estimated to cost the economy $200 billion every year in:
- lowered productivity
- compensation claims
- absenteeism
- health insurance premium increases
- direct medical expenses
Major corporations such as AT&T, Boeing, Apple Computer, Sony Music, CIGNA, The New York Times, United Airlines, PepsiCo and many more are offering on-site chair massage to their employees.
The benefits to the company include:
Increased employee retention
Improvement in productivity
Decreased absenteeism
Improved job satisfaction
Improved morale
Improved overall company health |
The benefits to the employee include:
Stress relief
Relief from fatigue
Lowered anxiety and hostility
Enhanced creative thinking
Improved problem solving
Enhanced immune function
Prevention of repetitive strain injuries
Relief from muscle tension and pain |
Chair massage is specifically suited to relieve stress and promote a sense of well-being. Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly visits will keep your most important asset – your employees – healthy, happy and encourage them to remain motivated and interested in improving company performance and productivity. Consider an ongoing program to achieve long-term results.
A typical on-site massage lasts 10-15 minutes but can be increased if requested. Chair massage does not require a private room and can be offered at the employee’s workstation. During this session the recipient remains fully clothed. Oils or lotions are not used. The massage therapist uses techniques that focus on the upper body – shoulders, upper back, neck and arms.
Karin Chrysty Therapeutic Massage chair massage rates include:
Transportation to your office or event
Equipment and set-up
Fully licensed and insured massage therapists
Company paid rates offer the highest benefit to your employees. The rate is $65/hour, with a two-hour minimum charge. Other payment options available –call or email for details. For initial visits, payment is due on or before day of visit. Subsequent visits can be invoiced payable on net 30 terms. Cancellation must be at least 48 hours in advance for full refund. 24-48 hours cancellation will be subject to a cancellation fee of 25% of the invoice. Less than 24 hours notice before a confirmed appointment will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the invoice.
Suggestions for on-site chair massage:
Support your staff during “crunch time”
Reward for staff for a “job well done”
Reward your top producers
Quarterly meeting incentive
Company sponsored events, i.e. holiday parties, golf outings
Consider on-site chair massage for the following:
Corporate gifts – for your best customers, business associates and vendors
Company marketing event
Trade show exhibits
Conventions
Ms. Chrysty is available by appointment only and can be reached at
630-254-7840, or by email at kchrystycmt@yahoo.com. |
