The goal of Commonwealth Therapeutic Massage is to offer quality therapeutic massage to every client. Wellness is a goal we all share. Therapeutic massage is a part of that goal, and used with other modalities can help heal the body. Commonwealth Therapeutic Massage is a part of the Rx3 Wellness Center in Chester, Virginia along with acupuncture, thermography, and naturopathic healthcare.

About the Therapist

With over 10 years of experience as a massage therapist, Vickie Jenkins is nationally certified through NCBTMB with additional training as an Orthopedic Tech and Medical Assistant. She is a graduate of the Dayton School of Medical Massage with certifications in Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) and Lymphatic Drainage Therapy (LDT).

Neuromuscular Therapy is a muscle specific, results oriented therapy that releases problem areas missed in general massage. Tense, injured muscles can become hypertonic (too tight) and ischemic (lack of oxygen), which increases neurological activity, pain and dysfunction. NMT uses Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, muscle stripping and static pressure to stabilize the levels of neurological activity, decrease pain and return normal body function and overall health.

The proper functioning of the lymphatic system is critical to the bodys' immune system. The lymphatic system drains stagnet fluids, detoxifies, and filters toxins and foreign substances. This system can be hindered or stopped due to surgery, trauma, burns, infections, swelling, fatigue, stress or age. LDT is a technique aimed at aiding proper functioning of this system by helping to recirculate body fluids; stimulating the function of the immune system and returning balance to the autonomic nervous system. It reduces swellings, inflammation, chronic pain and aids in relief of insomnia, depression and stress.