Welcome to Kiel Unger Massage Therapy
What is massage?
Massage therapy is defined as a manual set of techniques designed to promote healing within a given scope of practice. Kiel Unger is a certified practitioner in the following types of massage therapy; he uses each method alone or together to best address each individual client's need:
Swedish Massage - Long, gentle strokes with light to moderate pressure designed to relax muscles
Deep Tissue Massage - Similar strokes as Swedish Massage working deeper layers of muscle tissue with moderate to deeper pressure
Trigger Point Massage - Relieves lactic acid concentrations as identified by the therapist who applies moderate to deep pressure for a specific period of time
Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy - Cross fiber work designed for more serious medical conditions, pressure varies
This list is not intended to be a complete one, as there are many other types of massage therapy too numerous to mention. For further information, contact a professional provider of massage therapy or call Kiel Unger for answers (610.212.8865).
Biography:
Kiel Unger is a licensed massage therapist (NCTMB, LMT) serving the Greater Philadelphia Area. He is a 2001 graduate of the Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy, now the Cortive Institute, a fully accredited school. Since 2001, Mr. Unger has continued his education with numerous courses chosen to enhance his knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and the latest massage techniques. He has also been named "Best Massage Therapy Provider" in his locality for several years. Currently, Kiel Unger holds a National Certification, the highest level of certification available in the field of massage therapy. As of 2011, he is also a Licensed Massage therapist in Pennsylvania. Mr.Unger continues to search for and bring to his patients the best, most educated treatment available.
Insurance:
Kiel Unger is an accredited provider with American Specialty Health Network. He is an accredited provider with Aetna, Independence Blue Cross, Cigna, and many other insurance carriers.
Workman's compensation cases are also accepted, as well as auto accident victim's cases. In most situations, there will be no out-of-pocket expense to these patients. Prospective auto accident clients must present referral from a medical doctor or chiropractor along with all relevant auto insurance information.
View Kiel Unger's American Specialty Health Provider listing here. Rates for insurance plan members vary by plan and state. Please email or call with questions about your specific plan.
Kiel Unger's rate for a 1 hour massage therapy session: $90
General Benefits of Massage Therapy:
- Increased blood flow and circulation
- Reduced muscle tension
- Decreased blood pressure
- Increased range of motion
- Reduced scar tissue
- Stimulation of body's natural healing capacity
- Strengthened immune system
Specific Conditions Aided by Massage Therapy:
- Arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Frozen Shoulder
- Headaches/Migraines
- Low back pain
- Post-surgical scarring
- Sciatica
- Whiplash
- Muscle strain
Locations:
1.Inside La Paz Salon
100 North Wales Rd.
Lansdale, PA 19446
215-361-8040
2.Inside the office of Dr. Marc Rubenstein, DC
507 Germantown Pike
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Please call 610-212-8865 for appointments at this location.
Lafayette Hill is convenient to Philadelphia.
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Cancellation Policy
We understand that unanticipated events happen occasionally in everyone’s life. In our desire to be effective and fair to all clients, a 24-hour advance notice is required when canceling an appointment. This allows the opportunity for someone else to schedule an appointment. If you arrive late, your session may be shortened in order to accommodate others whose appointments follow yours.
Contact Us:
610-212-8865
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