Massage
What to expect from your appointment
Massages are tailored to the requirement of each individual. Some of the techniques could make you feel a bit of discomfort but shouldn’t be painful. If so, please let the therapist know to reduce the intensity. Some of these techniques are sports massage, soft tissue release, Thai and deep tissue massage and a combination of lymphatic drainage massage to give you a full experience of what your body needs.
On the manual treatment, your therapist will use touch (deep tissue manipulation, movement awareness, exercise and massage) to improve your body structure and function.
Our aim is to reduce pain, heal musculoskeletal units and also make you more aware of your own body and its possibilities
Some of the physical benefits of massage include
reduced muscle tension • improved circulation • stimulation of the lymphatic system • reduction of stress hormones • relaxation • increased joint mobility and flexibility • improved skin tone • improved recovery of soft tissue injuries.
Every massage is tailored to your preferences
The therapist can be present or if you prefer can leave the room while you undress to your underwear. Once on the couch, the therapist will drape you in towels for your comfort. Some techniques used during massage may be uncomfortable but should not be painful. Please tell the therapist if the pressure is too deep or at all painful or ask the therapist to go deeper if you feel it is too light. It’s important to drink water after the treatment to allow your body to flush out toxins from the muscles that have been worked on.
The massage should be a deeply pleasant and enjoyable experience
Our Services
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Initial consultation
Duration 75min
Your first massage appointment will involve the therapist taking a detailed medical history. This is to make sure that there are no underlying medical conditions that would indicate massage is not suitable . If this is the case, the therapist will refer you to your GP or another suitable health practitioner. If you and the therapist are satisfied with the consultation, the massage will go ahead.
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Back, neck and shoulder massage
Duration 30 minutes
Concentrated on the back, neck and shoulder area, specific oils are used to release tension and help soothe tight, sore muscles, which result from wear and tear or incorrect posture. This massage applies pressure to muscles, in order to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from stressed areas.
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Sports massage
Duration 60 minutes
Sports massage is a form of massage involving the manipulation of soft tissue to benefit a person engaged in regular physical activity and designed to assist in correcting problems and imbalances in soft tissue that are caused from repetitive and strenuous physical activity and trauma. Soft tissue is connective tissue that has not hardened into bone and cartilage; it includes skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia (a form of connective tissue that lines and ensheathes the other soft tissues). The application of sports massage, prior to and after exercise, may enhance performance, aid recovery and prevent injury.
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Deep Tissue Massage
Duration 60 minutes
Deep tissue massages are used to break up scar tissue and break down muscle adhesions (the “knots” that we feel in our muscles are muscle adhesions, which are bands of rigid and painful muscle tissue). These knots can inhibit our circulation and cause pain and inflammation.
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Soft Tissue Release
Duration 60 minutes
Soft Tissue Release (STR) is a technique used by massage and manual therapists to restore normal flexibility to a muscle. It is particularly useful when a muscle becomes very tense and shortened. STR is often used after a muscle has been ‘warmed up’ with lighter techniques such as effleurage. Your therapist may also follow STR with a more gentle, soothing technique. STR uses precise pressure combined with active or passive stretching. Your therapist will press onto a muscle to create a ‘lock’, which effectively shortens the usable length of muscle. The therapist will then stretch the muscle, or instruct you to move to actively stretch the muscle. Often STR will be used along the whole length of a muscle, although sometimes it will only be applied to very specific locations. STR can be a little uncomfortable to receive and isn’t suitable for sites of recent injury. Your therapist may choose to work around an injury rather than directly on it. However, STR can have rapid positive effects on flexibility and pain.