I offer a variety of massage styles because we know everyone is different and for some a deep massage works well and for others a more gentle and relaxing massage is preferable. Before the massage there will be a short consultation to determine if there are any particular areas that need attention or if you have any health complaints.
Types of Massage:
- Sports Massage
- Myofascial
- Therapeutic / Relaxation
- Deep tissue
- Pregnancy Massage
Benefits of Massage:
- Improves sleep quality
- Reduces muscle tension.
- Improves circulation.
- Stimulates the lymphatic system.
- Reduces stress hormones.
- Increases joint mobility and
- Improves skin tone.
- Improves recovery of soft tissue injuries.
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Sports Massage
Enjoy a deep tissue sports massage treatment which will release, relax and soothe sore, tired and aching muscles. For pre or post exercise or as part of your healthy self-maintenance programme. Following static and dynamic assessments, I will use a combination of deep tissue, myofascial release and stretch techniques.
Myofascial Massage
Myofascial Release massage is a very gentle, slow technique with the positive understanding of the energies and emotions that drive physical health. It can feel very relaxing at the same time as working both deeply into the body. Fascial restrictions can be caused by injuries, accidents, repetitive movements, our natural posture, surgery (scar tissue is a form of fascial restriction) and stress because mental stress cause physical restriction in the body. Myofascial massage helps to release those restrictions that are causing the chronic pain, so gradually the body is then restored to more normal balance and becomes pain free.
Therapeutic / Relaxation Massage
Therapeutic Massage is a combination of Relaxation Massage and Remedial Massage to not only relax your whole body but at the same time, work through some of the muscle issues or “tight spots” you may be experiencing. Massage therapy may also improve your circulation, which enhances the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to muscle cells and helps remove waste products or reduce swelling. These circulatory effects of massage may have value in the treatment of some inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis. Massage therapy induces a relaxation response, which lowers your heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure; plus boosts your immune system; and generally decreases the physical effects of stress.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue massage is a form of massage involving the (usually strong/firm) treatment of muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia. It is designed to assist in correcting problems and imbalances in the body caused from repetitive and strenuous physical activity and trauma. The application of deep tissue massage, prior to and after exercise, may enhance performance, aid recovery and prevent injury. This massage will be more focussed on specific areas and there will be an assessment prior to the treatment to identify problem areas.
Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy massage can help ease away the aches and pains experienced during and after pregnancy. I will ensure you are comfortable at all times during the treatment and you will be lying either on your side or sitting to ensure there is no pressure on the umbilical cord. I will work on any specific areas of tension you have or perform a full body massage. The massage can help with general aches and pains, sciatic pain and help insomnia.
