Massage is a technique which comes from many traditions. In 3000BC massage was found in China and Japan and is also documented in Indian, Greek and Roman history. Touch has the most amazing healing properties. It heals both physically, mentally and chemically.

It increases blood flow, thus increasing nourishment to the cells of the body and strengthening the immune system. Massage relieves tension in muscles leaving them more supple. It calms the mind, relieving tension caused my stress. The relaxed state provides a wonderful sense of calm within the body and mind. Toxins are flushed through the lymphatic system, which is assisted with massage techniques, allowing the blood vessels to increase nourishment to the body. It benefits the digestive system to eliminate toxins and absorb vitamins and minerals. Massage eases and soothes muscular tension and decongests tissues, improving lymphatic drainage as well as strengthening the immune system and overall health.

Who can benefit from massage? Massage can help with:

Types of massage:

Swedish Massage

Is a western style massage. It will give you a feeling of well being. The massage techniques are not heavy or painful but are rhythmical and soothing to promote relaxation. Alternatively they can be vigorous and brisk, producing a feeling of increased energy.

Sport Massage

This massage was developed to aid clients who require a deep form of manipulation to the muscles. The overall aim is to enhance performance and prevent injury. Sports massage greatly improves the quality and effectiveness of rest following hard exercise therefore enabling more training at a higher level and with less risk of injury.

Remedial Massage

This form of massage is similar to sports massage, being a deeper massage which is often targeting a specific problem. Sports injuries, tendonitis, repetitive strain injuries. It will aid tissue nutrition through improved circulation, reduce soft tissue swelling, the breakdown of scar tissue after injury, reducing spasm, promoting a feeling of wellbeing.

Indian Head Massage

This is an ancient Hindu massage to the head, neck and shoulders, which is therapeutic and relaxing. It is said to assist with hair growth and improve eye strain, sinusitis and headaches., promoting physical and psychological wellbeing. This is one form of massage where the client is sitting and there is no need to remove clothing.

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