7 Unique Self-Care Treatments to Try in Memphis
Once equated with "pampering," self-care is now accepted as a necessity that extends well beyond beauty treatments. From sound therapy to infrared saunas, learn about seven treatments people are raving about right here in Memphis!
No longer are self-care regimens limited to Swedish massages and fancy facials. Once equated with “pampering,” the practice of self-care is now widely accepted as a necessity, and the concept extends way beyond beauty treatments. In search of relief from the stress of our daily lives — both physical and mental — many are turning to holistic wellness practices, and an increasing number of once-alternative therapies have entered the mainstream. From treatments using salt as the primary method of healing to those incorporating sound for relaxation, the options are vast.
In need of some TLC, but not sure where to start? We’ve compiled a list of places in Memphis that offer intriguing self-care treatments that accommodate a variety of needs and interests. Take a look!
Float Therapy | New Day Healing and Wellness
5040 Sanderlin Ave Suite 111, Memphis, TN 38117
Clear your mind and relax your body with float therapy. This is one of the many offerings at New Day Healing and Wellness, a natural therapy and holistic wellness spa.
Float therapy or float mediation therapy is exactly what it sounds like — guests enjoy the privacy of a personal pod with a “float tank” that allows them to float in the water at a near zero-gravity state. The low sensory movement will leave you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and reconnected. Float therapy is reported to reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety, relieve chronic pain, spark creativity, and induce a state of deep relaxation, among other things.
Float sessions are $70 for a 50-minute session, but there is a special discount for first-time floaters. You can read more about the services offered at New Day Memphis here.
Sound Therapy | Living Health Day Spa
5658 S Rex Rd Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38119
Living Health Day Spa provides various services aimed at pampering and recharging. However, it is perhaps best-known for offering one of the city’s most hard-to-find types of therapy: Sound Therapy. A technique to relax the body and mind and significantly reduce stress, Sound Therapy involves the use of Gongspell, a gong vibration that activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
Aside from gongs, the spa also uses Himalayan and crystal bowls, bells, chimes, and other sound tools to help restore, relax, or re-energize the body. Gong and Himalayan Bowl sessions are $95 and last approximately 60 minutes. You can learn more about the offerings and specials here.
The Salt Caves
684 W Brookhaven Circle, Memphis, TN 38117
While The Salt Caves (part of the Better Bodies Yoga family) has multiple person “caves” they also offer salt bed sessions which is the perfect solution for those of us who prefer privacy. Experience a rapid, deep relaxation with a built-in heating system which conquers muscular tension and soreness. Some people book salt bed sessions over salt cave sessions for amplified benefits for skin issues such as psoriasis, eczema, rashes, and acne. The salt bed description also lists a “full respiratory detox” which sounds delightful!
And if that weren’t enough, there is the added benefit of Chromotherapy, an ambient lighting system to aid in internal harmony. A recent Instagram post also highlights how the salt bed relieves icky sinus problems, helps sleep patterns, and provides electrolytes and essential minerals. See more about this soothing salt therapy here!
Acupuncture | Xu Wellness Center
235 Germantown Bend Cove, Cordova, TN 38018
Specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Xu Wellness is well-known for acupuncture, a practice that involves the placement of thin, flexible needles at specific points throughout the body to promote healing. Lucky for needle-shy people, the pins generally do not hurt — they have rounded tips that push the skin apart rather than sharp points. The acupuncture practice typically lasts 15 to 30 minutes, and the price for an initial acupuncture session is $90.
Acupuncture has been credited with a variety of benefits including alleviating pain, improving digestion, and promoting better sleep. Learn more about the practice and view other services from Xu Wellness here.
Infrared Sauna Therapy | CYL Sauna
4615 Poplar Ave #17, Memphis, TN 38117
A luxury sauna studio, CYL Sauna Studio (also known as The Sweat House), allows guests to sweat in an individual infrared sauna pod in a serene private sauna suite. Sweating is the body’s natural way to heal and stay healthy, so CYL saunas are designed for deep detoxification using infrared heat. Other benefits touted on the company’s website include skin rejuvenation, weight loss, and stress reduction. Each session is 30 to 40 minutes and ranges from $30 to $40 per session. You can find more information here.
Aqua Massage + Oxygen Therapy | Relax H2O
287 Madison Ave., Suite B Memphis, TN 38103
Offering various services to help you “relax, revive, and restore,” Relax H2O is known for its aqua massages and oxygen bar. Using a system fitted with 36 water jets, the aqua massage bar travels back and forth from the toes to the neck. Despite the name, you won’t get wet — the machine serves as a barrier between the client and the water. In fact, you only have to remove your shoes!
You can also experience Relax H2O’s oxygen bar before or after your massage. Oxygen therapy is purported to boost energy levels and provide relief from pollution and other stressors. Learn more about the services and schedule an appointment here.
Yoga + Acupuncture | Sundara Wellness Center
1314 Peabody Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
Sundara Wellness Center focuses on both mind and body, providing a holistic approach to wellness. While offerings range from pelvic floor therapy to yoga, when looking for a relaxing way to ease pain and treat the body, acupuncture is the recommended service. Though acupuncture was mentioned earlier in this list, it bears mentioning that a combined practice of yoga and acupuncture has quite the following.
Many yoga practitioners and acupuncture devotees swear by these complementary services, citing their combined ability to improve your overall health by releasing stagnant energy, stimulating blood flow, and reducing inflammation. Speak with the experts at Sundara to learn the best way to combine these practices for your particular needs!
The price of an initial acupuncture session is $150. Yoga classes are $15 per session, but packages are also available. Explore the other services at Sundara Wellness Center here.
Here’s to the pursuit of your happiest, healthiest self!
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