Massage can be more than an indulgence — the recently-opened H&M Open Arms Massage Studio offers the service not just as a relaxation technique, but also as an alternative therapy and health enhancer. "Most people believe massage is just for pampering," says owner Ashley Hirzel, "but massage therapy can help with various issues — self-esteem, boosting energy/immune system, neuropathy, fibromyalgia, weight-loss, muscle-tone and [other issues]." The benefits inspired Hirzel, a 2011 graduate of the Healing Arts Institute, to start a studio dedicated solely to full massage services, aromatherapy and more in a friendly and personable setting. She is certified in pre- and postnatal massage, as well as sports massage, myofascial release and more.
$39/hour and up. 2300 Navarre Ave., Ste. 103. 419-720-8604. www.openarmsmassagestudio.massagetherapy.com.