var bachTitle = "Bach Flower Therapy";
var bachBody = "A homeopathic alternative to anti-depressants, sleeping pills, ADHD & anti-anxiety medications which helps you deal with day to day stresses, but also special circumstances such as wedding planning, moving, bereavement, a new job, or becoming a new parent. The essences are also safe for stressed animals & troubled children. Speak with our Bach Flower Therapist by telephone and we will send you a month?s supply of a personalized blend of essences.";

var hotStoneTitle = "Hot Stone Massage";
var hotStoneBody = "Basalt Rocks heated to 135°F are placed on the body and also used as massage tools to create a profound sense of relaxation.";

var kinesioTitle = "Kinesiotaping";
var kinesioBody = "A uniquely designed tape is applied to joints or painful areas to decrease pain, promote healing, or improve posture.";

var lymphTitle = "Lymphatic Drainage";
var lymphBody = "A gentle traction is rhythmically placed on the skin to promote the flow of Lymphatic fluid through the body and aid in the removal of waste products created by injury or stress."; 

var myoTitle="Fascial Therapy";
var myoBody = "A gentle tension is applied to restricted areas of the body to produce an 'unraveling' effect in the fascia, which is the tissue that surrounds all muscles & organs of the body. This allows the tissues to move freely again, reducing pain, and improving blood flow & joint mobility. The technique does not require the use of lotions or oils and can be performed fully clothed.";

var pregnancyTitle="Pregnancy Massage";
var pregnancyBody="A specialized treatment which focuses on areas under additional stress due to changes in posture & weight distribution.";

var reikiTitle="Reiki";
var reikiBody="A technique for stress reduction and relaxation that helps you to tap into life force energy to improve health and wellbeing.";

var triggerTitle="Trigger Point Therapy";
var triggerBody="The location & treatment of hyper-irritable spots which frequently develop in soft tissue due to injury or poor posture, causing muscle shortening & pain referral to remote areas.";

var strainTitle="Strain Counterstrain";
var strainBody="A gentle non-invasive osteopathic technique that involves placing the affected joint in a position of ease for 90 seconds to decrease the firing of pain signals by the nervous system. Generally performed fully clothed, but can be incorporated into any treatment.";

var swedishTitle="Swedish Massage";
var swedishBody="Joint mobilizations combined with kneading and gliding techniques, used mostly with oils, and applied directly to the skin to promote blood flow and muscle relaxation.";

var deepTitle="Deep Tissue";
var deepBody="Deep pressure is applied into the soft tissue to the level of comfort the client can tolerate. The goal is to mechanically loosen adhesion & reduce pain.";

var sportsTitle="Sports Massage";
var sportsBody="Deep tissue techniques, stretching and joint mobilizations are used pre- or post-event to improve performance and/or promote recovery.";

var acuTitle="Acupressure";
var acuBody="Based on the points of acupuncture, pressure is applied to points on the body known to elicit a specific response. The points can also be used at home as self care to prolong the effects of the treatment.";
  			
var ahlborn = {"name":"Ashley Ahlborn",
				"bio": "Ashley is a licensed massage therapist in the state of Illinois.  In 2006 she graduated from The Soma Institute: National Leader in Clinical Massage Therapy as valedictorian of her class.  Ashley specializes in deep tissue and trigger point massage.  She also provides sports massage, myofascial release, and lymphatic drainage.  Ashley has worked in diverse settings, including spas, fitness centers, hospitals, and the medical tent at the Lasalle Bank Chicago Marathon",
				"hours":"",
	                  "fees":"",
	"noShow":"",
	"cancel":"",
				"phone": "773.456.3220",
				"email":"ahlborn.massage@gmail.com",
				"website":"http://www.handsonmassage.ws"
				};
				
var brown = {"name":"Lawata Brown",
				"bio":"",
				"hours":"",
	                  "fees":"",
	"noShow":"",
	"cancel":"",
				"phone":"312.545.5855",
				"email":"beingone47@sbcglobal.net",
				"website":""
		 };
		 
var cobb = {"name":"Mysti Cobb",
				"bio":"Mysti believes in restoring a sense of balance and stress-reduction, through physical activity and massage therapy. Both of these practices are integrated for a healthier self and a sense of well being. She offers a variety of services, from one-on-one personal training to Thai Massage.</br> Mysti finds her work to be extremely rewarding. To be able to connect with an individual and heal someone through touch is healing for her as well. Her ideal client is someone who is in need of healing, emotionally, mentally or physically.",
                 "hours":"By Appointment",
	                  "fees":"",
	"noShow":"",
	"cancel":"",
                 "phone":"773.203.1890",
                 "email":"mysti@bluegirlwellness.com",
                 "website":"http://www.bluegirlwellness.com/4.html"
            };
 
 var surrey = {"name":"Natalie De Surrey",
 				"bio":"Natalie has been practicing clinical and therapeutic massage since 2003. In addition to maintaining a private practice, Natalie also works in out-patient physical therapy rehabilitation and is a part-time massage Instructor at Soma National School of Clinical Massage Therapy. Natalie?s approach is based on therapeutic evaluation and ongoing client communication and feedback. Activity and injury-specific issues are addressed. A complete health and injury evaluation determines which techniques will be appropriate for each client. Techniques utilized range from myofascial and deep tissue manipulation to stress reduction/relaxation techniques. As a therapist Natalie seeks to restore and facilitate correct and healthy musculo-skeletal function and improve quality of life for her clients. She believes therapist and client share responsibility in this process.",
 				"hours":"By Appointment",
 				"fees":"$80.00 for 60 minutes, 120.00 for 90 minutes.",
 				"noShow":"24 hours notice for cancellation is required or client will be billed for the full session at discretion of the therapist",
 				"cancel":"24 hours notice for cancellation is required or client will be billed for the full session at discretion of the therapist",
 				"phone":"312.343.2753",
 				"email":"nds@speakeasy.net",
 				"website":""
 			};
 
 var genova = {"name":"Renee Genova, CMT, NCBTMB",
 				"bio": "R.E.A.P. the benefits of Massage<br/>Relax and loosen tight muscles<br/>Enhance athletic performance by increasing range of motion and flexibility<br/>Accelerate healing of injured muscles, ligaments and tendons<br/>Prevent Injury through stretching and warming techniques<br/>Ren?e is a licensed massage therapist, insured and certified in a variety of massage modalities including Clinical, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofacia and Sports. In addition to The Healing Room, She is currently on staff at Equinox Health & Fitness Clubs, York Chiropractic and volunteers massage services at The Wellness House (a cancer resource facility) Ren?e enjoys a very diverse practice and believes deeply in the power and energy of touch therapy to heal, strengthen and relax. Her Bodywork philosophy centers around communication and respect with the objective of helping her clients restore balance to both body and spirit.",
 				"hours":"Flexible but by appointment only (gift certificates available)",
 				"fees":"60 min...$80<br/>75 min...$100<br/>90 min...$120<br/>(Mobile appointments are available only after one appointment at The Healing Room and are an additional $10 plus any parking?fees)", 
                 "noShow":"50% of scheduled service",
                 "cancel":"Within 6 hours of the scheduled appointment time, no-show policy applies",
                 "phone":"312.510.8779",
                 "email":"rmg.relax@gmail.com",
                 "website":"http://www.spasynergyltd.com"
                 };
                 
 var keller = {"name":"Wendy Keller",
 				"bio":"Wendy Keller is a nationally certified Clinical Massage Therapist.  An honors graduate of the Soma Institute of Clinical Massage Therapy, Wendy is a core instructor on the faculty teaching staff at Soma.<br/> With clinical massage as her foundation, Wendy has expanded her education in Orthopedic Low Back Pain and Fibromyalgia. Whether it's a sports injury, chronic pain, or you just need to relax, Wendy customizes a combination of clinical and spa techniques for maximum therapeutic and relaxation effects.",
 				"hours":"Tues, Thurs, Sat, Sun by appointment only<br/>Please arrive 10 minutes early to initial appointment to complete intake forms. All appointments include the initial medical intake, need-based orthopedic testing, treatment plans, and self-care recomendations.",
 				"fees":"30 mins $50<br/>60 mins $90<br/>75 mins $105<br/>90 mins $120",
 				"noShow":"50% of the appointment rate",
 				"cancel":"Within 6 hours of the scheduled appointment time, no-show policy applies.",
 				"phone":"773.720.6553",
 				"website":"http://www.KellerMassage.com"
 				};
 var letten = {"name":"Ellen Letten",
 				"bio":"Ellen is the owner of The Healing Room. Her mission is to promote independence in the Clinical Massage field, by providing affordable office space to Clinical Massage Therapists, enabling them to start, or grow, their private practice. She is also a member of the faculty at the Soma Institute where she is the Program Director of the Master Clinical Massage Therapy program.<br/>Ellen has her own private practice at The Healing Room in which she uses a combination of myofascial techniques, acupressure, strain counterstrain, trigger point therapy, lymphatic drainage and breathing techniques. The goals of the treatment are to relieve pain, improve posture, decrease the stress response and promote the body?s innate healing mechanism. Her ideal client is someone who is looking to make positive change in their life by taking resposibility for their own health.",
 				"hours":"Fri, Sat and Sun morning, by appointment only.",
 				"fees":"30 mins $45<br/>60 mins $85<br/>75 mins $105<br/>90 mins $120",
 				"noShow": "$25 fee",
 				"cancel":"Within 6 hours of the scheduled appointment time, no-show policy applies.",
 				"phone":"312.226.4325",
 				"email":"info@thehealingroom.org",
 				"website":""
 			};
           
var mattek = {
	"name":"Jenice Mattek",
	"bio":"Jenice Mattek currently runs a highly successful massage therapy practice specializing in the biomechanical causes of painful conditions including but not limited to: athletic and occupational injuries, headaches, shoulder pain, arm and hand pain in addition to low back pain. For individuals dealing with stress and tension, she provides wellness and relaxation massage with focused attention on the head and neck, hands and feet to help alleviate soft tissue and joint restrictions to restore relaxation and peace of mind.<br/>Constantly in touch with the latest science and techniques of massage therapy, Jenice is an instructor at Soma National School of Clinical Massage Therapy where she teaches Clinical Massage Therapy. She is certified as a personal trainer by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as well as a managing partner and head of daily operations for O.S.A.R. Consulting.",
	"hours":"Tuesday evenings, Thursday mornings/evenings",
	"fees":"30 minutes: $50<br/>60 minutes: $90<br/>90 minutes: $130",
	"noShow":"24 hour cancellation is required to avoid being charged. (credit card number will be taken at time of appointment.)",
	"cancel":"Same as above",
	"phone":"773.719.7216",
	"email":"jenice@osarconsulting.com",
	"website":"http://www.osarconsulting.com"
};

var phillips = {
	"name":"Charlotte Phillips",
	"bio":"Charlotte uses gentle myofascial release along with lymphatic drainage, trigger point and Swedish massage techniques, to help her clients acheive their health goals. She believes that massage does not have to hurt to be effective and that her job as a therapist is to assist her client in achieving their optimum health level.? Sometimes that means helping to correct postural dysfunctions, sometimes it involves breaking up scar tissue or tissue restrictions, and sometimes it means creating a soothing session to decrease stress and sleeping problems. Her ideal client is someone who is interested in receiving deep bodywork that does not feel deep or painful during the session; people preparing for, or recovering from surgery or childbirth, those with chronic pain or injuries or those who are not trying massage now for new injuries because they have felt bruised from receiving massage in the past.",
	"hours":"Wednesday afternoon and evenings, Friday mornings, and Saturday afternoons",
	"fees":"$20 per 15 minutes",
	"noShow":"$20 fee",
	"cancel":"24 hours to avoid no-show policy",
	"phone":"773.383.2425",
	"email":"cep.cmt@gmail.com",
	"website":"http://www.solaceclinicalmassage.com"
};

var threadgill = {
	"name":"Melin Threadgill",
	"bio":"Melin is a graduate of The Soma Institute for Clinical Massage Therapy and has been a practicing therapist since September of 2005.<br/>Since 2000, Melin has been a student of Bagua, Qigong, and Yoga. By participating in these activities he has come to believe that relaxation is one of the keys to a healthy, long, and satisfying life. <br/> \"My goal as a therapist is to not only help you reach a state of deep relaxation, but to educate you on how to revisit a place of well-being on a daily basis. My hope is that the effects of your treatment last well beyond our initial session and that you walk away educated and encouraged as you continue along the road to personal wellness\". <br/>Melin specializes in sports massage, swedish, deep tissue, lymphatic drainage, and myofascial release.",
	"hours":"",
	"fees":"",
	"noShow":"",
	"cancel":"",
	"phone":"773.517.8853",
	"email":"herestoyourhealthinc@gmail.com",
	"website":"http://www.achieve-fitness.com/massage/massage_chicago.htm"
};