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offer a wide range of treatments so you are sure to find something that meets your requirements.
If you are not sure which service would suit you, feel free to get in touch and we can identify the best way to proceed.
Swedish massage promotes psychological well-being through stress reduction and relaxation by applying long, slow and gentle massage strokes, which stimulate the release of the body’s natural endorphins. There are also numerous physical effects which boost the circulatory, immune, nervous, digestive and the musculo-skeletal systems. Swedish massage, often thought of as the "spa type" massage, offers a more general treatment of the area being massaged, with the ability to work a little deeper in areas of increased muscle tension. It is mainly used for relaxation or sometimes to re-energise.
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Deep tissue massage works on mild to moderate levels of muscle tension, involving a firmer pressure than Swedish, and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia, relieving chronic aches and pains. It focuses more on chronic pain, recovery from injury and postural problems, than a Swedish massage, by targeting groups of muscles.Deep tissue techniques also help to break down scar tissue and muscle adhesions which can disrupt circulation, causing pain, limited range of motion, and inflammation.Deep tissue massage usually starts with a lighter pressure to warm up the muscles, followed by specific techniques to release adhesions and realign muscle fibres.It may occasionally involve some discomfort if the muscles are particularly tight, and if the body responds by tensing up it will be more difficult to reach the deeper muscles, so the client must say if it is uncomfortable, to allow the therapist to work a little longer on the superficial muscles.Deep tissue may not be suitable for some clients with medical conditions.
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Sports massage incorporates some similar techniques to Swedish, but it tends to focus on particular muscles and their attachment points and involves greater pressure to work deeper into the tissues, which in turn produces greater effects. It helps reduce muscle tension by releasing adhesions and scar tissue, through the breakdown of cross-fibre connections within the muscle. By releasing tension, it will improve range of motion and reduce pain levels. Sports massage can be used to address a specific sports type injury, poor postural patterns and general recovery of the muscles after exercise.Athletes can use sports massage as a way of preparing for and recovering from an event by having a specific pre-event and/or post event massage.Although thought to be more suitable for athletes, sports massage is also good for those who experience stress-related muscle tension from work or day to day life events.
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Pregnancy massage can help a woman adapt to the changes in her body during pregnancy which can cause discomfort. As the abdomen grows the body's centre of gravity shifts, causing changes in posture to realign your center of gravity over your hips. The resulting stress on the joints and muscles can cause low back, pelvic, neck, shoulder, or sciatic nerve pain. Pelvic ligaments also relax and stretch to accommodate the growing baby, which can cause sharp pains on one side of the pelvis.
Massage can be a wonderful way to relieve these aches and pains, but must be carried out by a therapist who is qualified in pregnancy massage.
The difference in techniques used in a pregnancy massage, compared to regular massages is the placement of pressure. Pressure placed on specific body parts during pregnancy, such as the wrists or even the ankles can prompt contractions, so subtle movements are used in a pregnancy massage to prevent any complications. This is generally a light and relaxing massage.
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This massage using Himalayan salt stones falls somewhere between a Swedish and a deep tissue, and has the added benefit of absorption of essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium and potassium, and also 84 trace minerals, helping to maintain the fluid balance in the body, contributing to muscle and bone health, and impacting on cardiovascular health and blood pressure. In addition to easing anxiety and insomnia, Himalayan salt is known for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterialand antimicrobial properties, thus promoting good immune function. This massage will help to support healthy respiratory and circulatory systems, assisting with detoxification while lightly exfoliating the skin.
This massage is not suitable for pregnant women or those with high blood pressure, vascular disorders, neuropathy or taking anticoagulants.
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Tension can build up around the head, causing headaches, jaw problems, and puffy eyes. Scalp acupressure works on numerous nerve endings which if done regularly, can promote faster relaxation. It also works on the extensive lymphatic system in the head to help prevent illness and fatigue.Combined with a little facial work it can help improve puffy eyes and congested sinuses. This can be a quick way to promote relaxation when you may not have a whole hour to spare.
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We spend all day on our feet so they are bound to feel tired. Foot massage can offer relaxation and ease pain and swelling, as well as numerous other benefits.
I usually offer foot massage as an add on treatment for 15 minutes, although I do incorporate a little work on the feet during my Swedish massage.
Indian head massage focuses on massaging acupressure points along the head, neck, and shoulders, having many benefits for both physical and mental wellbeing. It can help to alleviate stress and relieve headaches and insomnia, but also helps to stimulate the lymphatic system, thus aiding detoxification and easing sinus problems.These benefits will help you feel more energised and focused. Indian head massage can also help to stimulate hair growth and I offer a choice of ayurvedic hair oils
• dry/coloured hair
• dandruff/dry scalp
• improved hair growth
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A client may have painful areas that don’t respond to local treatment because the pain is referred from another area called a trigger point. I do not offer trigger point therapy as a stand alone treatment, but it is something which I may incorporate into either a deep tissue or sports massage.When these trigger points are treated, the referred pain then clears. Every muscle has potential trigger points, and while they may show no symptoms, without treatment the muscle tension increases and new trigger points develop, causing chronic pain conditions to gradually worsen and abnormal postural and movement patterns to occur.
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