Benefits of Massage
Muscle Well-being
We are aware of the importance of stretching muscles, and through massage we are able to stretch far more extensively than through other techniques. With massage, muscle stretching can be achieved in many directions on both fibres and muscle bundles.
Localised and specific applications mean that muscles can be treated individually to work on a particular problem, releasing muscle tension, restoring contractile properties, and repairing minor damage.
Circulation
Circulation is the key to a healthy body. All cells of the body need a good supply of blood and nutrients for growth, repair and nutrition. Cells also eliminate waste materials that build up every time we use our muscles and especially when a tissue is damaged, inflamed or stressed.
Stress increases the pressure on muscle compartments and inhibits circulation, not only to the muscles but also to joints, ligaments and tendons.
Research has shown that massage techniques which stroke and manipulate the muscles, force them to relax, increase circulation, allow a fresh blood supply and also enhance the removal of waste products from the area. The increased blood flow is essential to restore muscles to their normal condition. Good in cold weather; the clinic is kept lovely and warm!
Relaxation & Stress Relief
Everyone has felt the benefit when someone rubs your shoulders and neck. Massage stimulates nerve receptors that respond to touch, pressure and warmth. When stimulated, the receptors create a reflex effect, which acts to relax the soft tissues and muscles.
Certain massage techniques are used to increase the relaxation effect and to use the body’s own stimulus to instil a feeling of relaxation and comfort.
Stress zaps the body of nutrition, energy, sleep, the ability to repair damage and the ability to relax. Studies have shown that massage is the antidote to all these effects, so with time, you will feel an improved sense of well-being, revitalised energy and improved sleeping patterns.
Injuries
Massage can be an excellent way to prevent injury because areas of tension and malfunction can be detected early and treated prior to a more major injury occurring. This is especially important for people with an active lifestyle, or conversely people who are not very active but prone to injuries at time of movement.
If an injury has already happened, then massage is an excellent treatment to break down scar tissue, repair muscle fibres, restore flexibility and movement, loosen knots and assist in the healing process.
Types of Treatment
There are various types of massage treatment. Your therapist will use techniques appropriate to your physical condition. It is important that you tell your therapist of all factors that may affect the treatment, this can be done in the short consultation at the beginning of each session.
Types of Treatments Offered are:
· Swedish/Lymph Drainage: These techniques use gentle, slow, flowing movements, most suitable for relaxation, improvement of
circulation/immune systems and reduction of oedema/swelling.
· Deep Tissue / Remedial: These are stronger and more varied techniques for specific muscle injuries, breaking down scar tissues
and areas of blockage or tension. Some stretching and movement of the muscles and limbs may be necessary for effective
treatment.
· Myofascial and Scar Release: This uses gentle, slow techniques, which can be applied to the whole body and especially scar
tissue. It increases blood flow, circulation and releases bound areas of fascia, which is a neural-dense web of connective tissue
throughout the body. Used for post surgery or injury scar release also
· Lymph Drainage: This is a gentle, slow procedure, which can be applied to specific areas of the body. It increases blood flow,
circulation and stimulates the lymphatic system which can provide new found energy & improve natural immunity.
· Reflexology Massage: This technique is applied to the feet or hands and utilises the art of reflexology to treat and stimulate all
areas of the body. Good for general maladies, such as headaches, poor digestion and poor circulation. Very good for older clients
and for people with limited movement.
All appointments start with a consultation and assessment to determine a treatment plan for the session; with ongoing self-care
advice provided at the end of the treatment. If necessary your therapist may refer you to other local practitioners such as physios,
osteopaths, doctors and so on.
Muscle Well-being
We are aware of the importance of stretching muscles, and through massage we are able to stretch far more extensively than through other techniques. With massage, muscle stretching can be achieved in many directions on both fibres and muscle bundles.
Localised and specific applications mean that muscles can be treated individually to work on a particular problem, releasing muscle tension, restoring contractile properties, and repairing minor damage.
Circulation
Circulation is the key to a healthy body. All cells of the body need a good supply of blood and nutrients for growth, repair and nutrition. Cells also eliminate waste materials that build up every time we use our muscles and especially when a tissue is damaged, inflamed or stressed.
Stress increases the pressure on muscle compartments and inhibits circulation, not only to the muscles but also to joints, ligaments and tendons.
Research has shown that massage techniques which stroke and manipulate the muscles, force them to relax, increase circulation, allow a fresh blood supply and also enhance the removal of waste products from the area. The increased blood flow is essential to restore muscles to their normal condition. Good in cold weather; the clinic is kept lovely and warm!
Relaxation & Stress Relief
Everyone has felt the benefit when someone rubs your shoulders and neck. Massage stimulates nerve receptors that respond to touch, pressure and warmth. When stimulated, the receptors create a reflex effect, which acts to relax the soft tissues and muscles.
Certain massage techniques are used to increase the relaxation effect and to use the body’s own stimulus to instil a feeling of relaxation and comfort.
Stress zaps the body of nutrition, energy, sleep, the ability to repair damage and the ability to relax. Studies have shown that massage is the antidote to all these effects, so with time, you will feel an improved sense of well-being, revitalised energy and improved sleeping patterns.
Injuries
Massage can be an excellent way to prevent injury because areas of tension and malfunction can be detected early and treated prior to a more major injury occurring. This is especially important for people with an active lifestyle, or conversely people who are not very active but prone to injuries at time of movement.
If an injury has already happened, then massage is an excellent treatment to break down scar tissue, repair muscle fibres, restore flexibility and movement, loosen knots and assist in the healing process.
Types of Treatment
There are various types of massage treatment. Your therapist will use techniques appropriate to your physical condition. It is important that you tell your therapist of all factors that may affect the treatment, this can be done in the short consultation at the beginning of each session.
Types of Treatments Offered are:
· Swedish/Lymph Drainage: These techniques use gentle, slow, flowing movements, most suitable for relaxation, improvement of
circulation/immune systems and reduction of oedema/swelling.
· Deep Tissue / Remedial: These are stronger and more varied techniques for specific muscle injuries, breaking down scar tissues
and areas of blockage or tension. Some stretching and movement of the muscles and limbs may be necessary for effective
treatment.
· Myofascial and Scar Release: This uses gentle, slow techniques, which can be applied to the whole body and especially scar
tissue. It increases blood flow, circulation and releases bound areas of fascia, which is a neural-dense web of connective tissue
throughout the body. Used for post surgery or injury scar release also
· Lymph Drainage: This is a gentle, slow procedure, which can be applied to specific areas of the body. It increases blood flow,
circulation and stimulates the lymphatic system which can provide new found energy & improve natural immunity.
· Reflexology Massage: This technique is applied to the feet or hands and utilises the art of reflexology to treat and stimulate all
areas of the body. Good for general maladies, such as headaches, poor digestion and poor circulation. Very good for older clients
and for people with limited movement.
All appointments start with a consultation and assessment to determine a treatment plan for the session; with ongoing self-care
advice provided at the end of the treatment. If necessary your therapist may refer you to other local practitioners such as physios,
osteopaths, doctors and so on.