Fluid Motion Massage

Overview

Fluid Motion Massage is a specialized wellness studio focused on manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage therapy and infrared sauna sessions, operated by Abby Maleport, a LANA-certified lymphedema therapist, licensed massage therapist, physical therapist assistant, and certified personal trainer. Located in a private home studio in West De Pere, WI, the business emphasizes an all-natural approach to cellular detoxification, swelling reduction, immune boosting, pain relief, and deep relaxation.

The overall atmosphere is peaceful, inviting, and professional, with a guest bedroom converted into a serene treatment space featuring dim lighting, soft relaxing music, a standard massage table, and easy access to a guest bathroom. Clients report feeling energized, focused, less sluggish, and deeply relaxed post-session. The studio prioritizes comfort, customization, and education, creating a home-like yet clinical environment ideal for therapeutic recovery and wellness.

Features & Amenities

• Private home studio in West De Pere, WI, designed for privacy and comfort.
• Infrared sauna for 15- or 30-minute sessions (standalone or add-on to massage).
• Massage table with proper draping for skin-to-skin contact (clients undress to comfort level).
• Guest bathroom adjacent to treatment room for post-session needs (e.g., frequent urination from fluid mobilization).
• Relaxing ambiance: Dim lighting, soft music, deep breathing starters.
• Sanitation protocols: Hands washed pre/post-session, linens/equipment disinfected.
• Intake forms and consultations for personalized care.
• Membership options for frequent visits (e.g., reduced rates for 3-5x/week or monthly).

Services

• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD): Gentle, rhythmic skin-stretching technique to stimulate superficial lymphatics and nodes. Customized for:
  • Lymphedema, lipedema, chronic venous insufficiency.
  • Post-surgical edema (cosmetic, orthopedic, cancer-related, mastectomy).
  • Fibromyalgia pain relief (backed by studies on symptom reduction, Gate Theory analgesia).
  • General wellness: Detox, immune boost, swelling/bloating reduction, skin improvement, pain relief, arthritis symptoms.
  • Sessions start with 3-min deep breathing, sequence neck/abdomen to limbs/face.
• Infrared Sauna Therapy: 15- or 30-min sessions for thermotherapy benefits (start with 15 min for new clients).
  • Evidence-based: Improves heart failure endurance, peripheral artery disease, reduces dementia/Alzheimer’s risk, fibromyalgia pain, headaches, COPD symptoms.
  • Psychological perks: Stress reduction, better sleep, mindfulness.
• Free 30-min consultations for lymphedema/lipedema (email fluidmotionmassage@yahoo.com or abby@fluidmotionmassage.com).
• Intensive protocols: 5x/week for lymphedema results (with exercise, skincare, compression).
• Add-ons: Tailored for sports recovery, toxin removal, seasonal immune support.

Pricing

• Pricing not explicitly listed on the website content.
• Payment policies: Credit card required for booking (no-show protection); pay at time of service. No tipping; reviews preferred.
• Discounts: Reduced rates for frequent visits (e.g., 3-5x/week packages, monthly memberships).
• Cancellation: 24-hour notice required or full fee charged (one exception/year case-by-case).

Location & Hours

• Location: Private studio in home, West De Pere, WI (exact address via booking/email).
• Hours: Vary day-to-day; currently booking 4 months in advance. No online booking beyond that—email abby@fluidmotionmassage.com for further appointments.
• Access: By appointment only; arrive 5 min early.

Notes

• What makes it special: Abby’s multi-disciplinary expertise (PTA, LMT, LANA-certified) enables comprehensive care beyond standard massage. MLD differs from deep tissue—light, slow, non-painful for hypersensitive clients. Research-supported (e.g., Vodder method pilot studies show pain/stiffness relief in fibromyalgia; sauna reviews link to 40-66% risk reductions in mortality/dementia).
• Client benefits: Everyone gains (wellness monthly; medical 3-5x/week tapering). Post-session: More urination, temporary achiness (hydrate/move to ease).
• Contraindications: Heart/kidney issues, pregnancy (physician approval), infections, etc. Policies ensure safety, boundaries, confidentiality.
• Testimonials: Clients praise energizing effects, expertise, results (e.g., “WOW… energized, focused… a MUST!”).
• Unique vision: “Heal through my hands”—focus on lymphatic system’s untapped power (fluid balance, waste/immunity, even brain glymphatics).

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