The skin's natural functions will be stimulated improving the condition of the skin and the warmth created will help relax the body physically and mentally. Swedish body massage is the original massage technique involving a sequence of movements working superficially and deeper into the tissue layers. Movements such as effleurage work over the skin with the palm of the hand producing relaxation, whereas movements like petrissage work deeply. As no two people are alike, the body massage sequence will be adapted to the client's needs.
Indian head massage is especially good for relieving stress, tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis. Clients report that the experience is deeply calming and relaxing, leaving them feeling energised and revitalised and better able to concentrate. Indian head massage also helps increase joint mobility and flexibility in the neck and shoulders and improves blood circulation and lymphatic flow.
Placing the hot stones on cloth on the body and arranging them along the energy centre’s of the body helps to relax the muscles and reduce pain or discomfort, boosting the healing process. The placing of the stones can be followed by a massage, which can be deeper and more intense as heat penetrates the body and relaxes the muscles. It also helps to improve circulation and can help reduce stress, anxiety, tension and depression. A unique experience.
Deep Tissue Massage is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contacted areas. Deep tissue massage is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles not with the grain.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy is a very gentle, rhythmic and effective massage that stimulates the lymphatic system. LD Massage can be used to combat post operative swelling (including cosmetic), for those with lowered immunity or for those wishing to help detox and reducing cellulite.
Here you can choose from one of the many different treatments that I offer. As everybody is different each one can be tailored to best suit your needs. If you would like further information on any treatment, please feel free to contact me.
Sports Massage is a type of massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids. Some sports massage movements use trigger point therapy to break down adhesions (knots in the muscles) and increase range of motion. Sports Massage is the most effective therapy for releasing muscle tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system.
Remember to specify where you would like your massage to take place when booking.
Remember to specify where you would like your massage to take place when booking.
