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Cathiodermie :
The use of low-voltage electric stimulation to revitalize and oxygenate the skin, and improve circulation.
Cayce-Reilly Massage :
This massage is intensively therapeutic, manipulates tissues and joints, and uses moist heated castor oil and glycothymaline packs.
Chai Hot Stone Massage
A spicy new twist to an old favorite. Tested for hundreds of years by the Ancient Indians, the Chai Hot Stone Massage is balancing to the body as well as the soul. While the hot stones and massage are designed to open your chakras and balance your body’s energy flow, the traditional spices of Cinnamon, Cardamom, Cloves, Nutmeg, Ginger and Pepper are intended to balance your Doshas—especially satisfying to Kapha, which craves more attention during the cooler seasons. For those who are seeking deep relaxation and balance this is a seasonal “must have”.
Chi Kung / Chi Kong / Qigong :
A Chinese energy exercise where breathing and body movement recharge energy.
Circuit Training :
Exercise using weight resistance equipment in an aerobic manner.
Club Spa :
A facility whose primary purpose is fitness and offers a variety of professionally administered spa services on a day-use basis.
Collagen Facial :
Freeze-dried collagen is used to plump the skin to fill in the fine lines acquired by stress, sunbathing, or the environment.
Colon Therapy :
A high colonic enema that cleanses using water. Benefits include detoxification, cleansing of the blood, and the stimulation of internal organs.
Colonic :
Irrigation of the colon for the purpose of cleansing trapped debris, which is believed to recycle toxins back into the system.
Compression Wrap :
A localized treatment for cellulite and fatty deposits on arms, legs and buttocks.
Contouring :
Deep toning of muscles using calisthenics.
Crainosacral Therapy :
A gentle hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of the crainosacral system (the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord).
Cruise Ship Spa :
A spa aboard a cruise ship providing professionally administered spa services, fitness and wellness components and spa cuisine menu choices (definition by International Spa Association).
Crystal Healing :
Healing by using energy believed to be generated by quartz and other crystals and minerals.
Cure :
A course of treatment. Also known as kur.
Cybex :
Patented exercise equipment used for isokinetic strength training.
