therapeutic massage
deep tissue /sports massage
What is Deep Tissue/Sports Massage? A massage that uses firm to deep pressure to release tight muscles and tension in the surrounding tissues. It focuses on recovery of the muscles after sport/exercise and assist repair of muscles with increased circulation to the area and by flushing out stagnant blood from the muscles to restore the natural length and flexibility of your muscles. How can it help me? If you engage in regular exercise or sport and want to keep your body in tip top shape and help prevent injury to muscles, this massage is very beneficial. If you typically get sore after exercise or feel your muscles are slow to recover from exertion, sports massage can invigorate and repair these tired muscles leaving you feeling energized and replenished.
Trigger points therapy
What is Trigger Point Therapy? Trigger points are areas of muscle where the fibres are bunched together and irritated. Sometimes they can cause intense pain or a pinching sensation where the trigger point is located or may produce a ‘referred’ pain that may be felt in another area of the body. Active trigger points or areas of extreme tightness can cause discomfort and muscle spasm until they are released, usually by firm pressure on the area. How can it help me? Trigger Point Therapy can assist with shoulder pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, arm and hand pain, TMJ issues, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel and other unexplained areas of pain. Trigger Point Therapy can be included as part of your remedial massage treatment to give even better, longer lasting results.
Hot stone massage
What is Hot Stone Massage? The ancient art of using warmed stones to relax the body and mind, has been reinvented in the now popular form of ‘Hot Stone Massage.’ The massage can be light and relaxing or firm to release deeper muscle tension. The stones can be placed on the body and left for warmth and relaxation or can be used to massage with, which gives the feeling of being ‘wrapped in warmth’ for the ultimate chill out. How can it help me? Whether it be an hour just to relax or for relief of extremely tight muscles, Hot Stone Massage is absolute bliss and can be so good it becomes addictive! The hot stones can be incorporated into many other treatments such as Aromatherapy Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Remedial and Sports Massage. Simply ask your therapist to introduce you to this amazing experience.
Lymphatic drainage massage
What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage? Lymphatic Drainage is a very gentle form of massage that stimulates the body’s lymphatic system. The lymphatic system produces special white blood cells, generates antibodies and filters blood by removing waste products. This gentle body treatment relaxes the nervous system and through the stimulation of lymph nodes, aids detoxification. How can it help me? Lymphatic Drainage helps to release toxins and can decrease congestion and fluid retention. It can boost the immune system, help with mild aches and pains, relieve stress and promote overall well-being. It can benefit those who suffer from low immunity, fluid retention, fatigue, toxicity, skin issues, are convalescing or who are sedentary
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