Massage

Deep tissue massage (DTM) is a technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body using advanced massage techniques, slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas. DTM can help to break up and eliminate toxins from muscles it can improve circulation and muscle tone and also promotes a sense of well being.

Why get a DTM?

As well as feeling good, it can be beneficial to your health. When muscles are stressed, they can block oxygen and nutrients. This can lead to inflammation,which in turn builds up toxins in the muscle tissue. DTM can help to loosen muscle tissue, releasing toxins from muscles, ensuring that blood and oxygen circulate efficiently throughout your body. DTM usually focuses on more specific areas and may cause some soreness during or immediately after the massage. However, you should feel better than ever within one or two days. DTM can also help you to sleep better, and is great for pain relief.

Holistic comes from the Greek word “holos” meaning whole. The holistic approach to treatments takes into account a person’s whole being – mind body and spirit and not just the symptom or ailment. So then aftercare advice can be given with regards to your environment, nutrition and your health as a whole,both physically and psychologically.

Everything we do in our daily lives affects our body. We can suffer symptoms of stress from working in an uncomfortable environment or feelings of being under pressure because of deadlines needing to be met, or just leading a very busy life which in the end leads to us feeling tired, exhausted, stressed and anxious.

That’s why massage is so good as it just helps us to take that crucial time out to pamper, to heal, to relax, to alleviate stress, aches and pains and leave us feeling grounded, balanced and recharged.

Indian head massage uses and adapts classic Swedish massage techniques, for treating the scalp, face, neck, shoulders and upper arms. It is extremely effective for treating stress because it works on the areas of the body most affected i.e.the shoulders, upper back, neck and head. Reducing stress, helps to prevent stress-induced muscle spasm in the back as well as shoulders and arms and also reduces inflammation or subsequent pain.

However, although the treatment focuses on the upper torso and head, the effects are felt throughout the entire body. It is performed whilst the client is clothed,which makes it effective for short treatments (and for treating clients who are uncomfortable about undressing).

This massage improves circulation and helps to remove waste, particularly lactic acid, from muscles thus reducing aches and pain. Working on the neck and shoulders will help to reduce tension, stretch the tissues, increase flexibility and release tightness in overworked muscles.

All pregnant women can expect to experience at least a little stiffness and muscular tension during their pregnancy as their uterus expands to accommodate their growing baby. Fortunately there is a simple and effective way to not only treat some of the side effects of pregnancy but also leave you feeling great.

Massage therapy during pregnancy can often relieve many of the common side effects of pregnancy, whether you suffer from backaches, headaches, swelling or other pregnancy related problems. Your doctor may suggest that you don’t have treatments or join some exercise classes until you’re at least 12 weeks pregnant and also after more than 32 weeks pregnant. Do check with your doctor first.

Back pain is one of the more common side effects of pregnancy. Back pain can continue throughout pregnancy and even after. If you have to carry around other small children you may find your symptoms exacerbated during pregnancy. Fortunately massage can help relieve back pain associated with muscular tension.

Here are just a few of the other benefits prenatal massage has to offer:

• Prenatal massage helps relieve swelling by stimulating circulation throughout the body.
• Leg massage can help reduce leg cramps and swelling in the legs.
• Massage is very beneficial for relaxing anxiety during pregnancy.
• Massage can help promote more restful sleep

When you go for your massage, let the therapist know if you have any particularly sensitive areas or if you are uncomfortable. There will be extra pillows, wedges and extra padding to help you get comfortable. Your therapist can help you move into different positions, sitting, lying on your side or semi reclining depending on what is comfortable for you so you can relax and enjoy the benefits of a massage.

A variety of massage techniques can be used, including deep tissue, muscle energy work and stretching to release muscle tension thus restoring a healthy balance to the musculo-skeletal system.

Reflexology is a pressure therapy given on the feet(or hands), where all the structures and organs of the body are reflected in miniature. For example touching one part of the foot or toe corresponds to different parts of your body’s organs, systems & structures.  In a one hour treatment all these points are pressed for a full routine on each foot.

Having the combination treatment can enhance the work done on the body both internally and externally.

Remedial Massage is deep tissue massage that efficiently treats injuries. It removes blockages and damaged cells, speedingup recovery and encouraging complete healing. Regular massage ensures that unnoticeably small injuries are treated before they reduce performance. It effectively removes scar tissue remaining after old injuries, reducing repeat injuries.

Lack of blood supply to the spine is a significant cause of long-term back pain. Lack of movement and incorrect use of muscles reduces oxygen supply,resulting in pain. Remedial Massage increases blood supply to soft tissue. Following a recent injury, improvement or complete recovery is seen after 1-3 sessions. It is especially effective for reducing pain within the body.

A variety of techniques can be used, including deeptissue, muscle energy work and stretching to release muscle tension thus restoring a healthy balance to the musculo-skeletal system.

Massage is an important part of the schedule of sports professionals worldwide, from runners; cyclists; boxers; dancers;swimmers to tennis players. So, if it’s good enough for them, surely it can help you too? More and more people are realising that exercising also involves the care for the wear and tear and minor injuries that naturally occur. Looking after yourself with regular massage can improve performance and help to:

• Reduce chance of injury
• Improve range of motion and muscle flexibility
• Shorten recovery time between workouts
• Maximise the suppy of nutrients and oxygen through increased blood flow
• Help eliminate the toxin by-products of exercise

So, whether you’re preparing for the marathon,playing football on Sundays or doing regular workouts, regular masasge can benefit your lifestyle. See our special offer page for our clients who book regular sessions.

Top and Toe massage, can be done while the client is fully clothed and concentrates on the head, neck, feet and calves. Using soothing strokes and finger pressure, it helps to unblock the meridian lines and clear toxins. A gentle massage on the scalp helps to drain lymph from the head, which improves circulation to the area.

Also when massaging the reflex points on the soles of the feet, this also treats the whole body, draining lymph from the calves into the back of the knee which eases aches and pains.

This massage is also a quick way to relax and soothe the mind and body and can easily be fitted into your day’s routine anytime you feel the need to have that ‘coffee or chocolate break’.