Swedish Holistic Massage
Swedish or holistic massage is a relaxing treatment both physically and mentally. It releases tension in the muscles and is particularly effective for stress relief. The therapist uses the following techniques, gliding and kneading movements to manipulate the soft tissue (skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments). Some deeper massage techniques may be used in tight or knotted areas. Other benefits are:
- improve skin and muscle tone
- improve circulation
- aid lymphatic drainage
- help to rid the body of toxins
Sports Injuries (Remedial) & Sports Massage
Remedial / Sports Massage helps speed up recovery after injury, used to treat strains and sprains and is useful for conditions created by lifestyle such as repetitive strain injury and chronic back pain. Techniques used deep massage techniques to help remove damaged cells, scar tissue and adhesions and encourage more complete healing.
Sports massage is similar to remedial massage except it is tailored more towards people who participate in a specific sport. The sports massage therapist uses a combination of massage techniques such as gliding and kneading movements with more remedial, deep tissue techniques to treat and prevent sports injuries.
Sports massage is similar to remedial massage except it is tailored more towards people who participate in a specific sport. The sports massage therapist uses a combination of massage techniques such as gliding and kneading movements with more remedial, deep tissue techniques to treat and prevent sports injuries.
Remedial Back Therapy
There are some techniques, which have a great degree of complexity in the theory behind them, this involves nerve pathways, or pain reflex points or meridian lines. Reflex trigger points (Trigger spots) which are commonly found in back pain. Major meridians and specific shiatsu/accupressure treatment for lumbago and sciatica. Also Neuromuscular and connective tissue massage. Most back pain in generally caused through doing something we are not used to doing on a daily basis. i.e. Digging the garden, stepping off a curb or a sudden twisting movement. However if you still have pain more than 4/5 days then get it looked at. Contact 07879 861 618
Indian Head Massage
Indian Head Massage is a soothing and relaxing treatment which includes massage and acupressure techniques on the head. Various massage techniques applied to neck and shoulders that leave you feeling calm yet energised and better able to concentrate. This type of massage has been ideally adapted for the office as it can be done over the clothes and without oils. The main benefits include:
- reduced stress
- muscle tension is released
- headaches & migraines are alleviated
- relieves mental fatigue
Seated Massage
Seated massage or seated acupressure chair massage is a rejuvenating massage for the upper body that’s an ideal massage for the workplace. The treatment uses a combination of massage and acupressure techniques to the back, neck, shoulders, arms, hands and scalp whilst you sit in a specially designed chair. You have the option of being dressed or not. Also have the option of using oils or not, allowing you to have the treatment then go straight back to work feeling refreshed and revitalised.
Benefits of Seated Massage:
Benefits of Seated Massage:
- eases tense and knotted muscles
- helps induce relaxation and a sense of well-being
- improves mobility and flexibility
- relieves anxiety and stress
- lowers raised blood pressure & heart rate
- improves circulation and immune function
- increases mental alertness and clarity
- increases endorphin release, decreases stress hormones levels
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