How often do I need massage

Your therapist will be able to give you an individual treatment plan for your specific condition. Regular treatment once every fortnight is highly recommended for optimal health and well-being.

Massage

The general public is now very aware of the value of massage in combating the stresses and tensions of modern living. Athletes, sports people and dancers include massage in their training schedules to aid recovery and to prevent or treat soft tissue injuries. Massage as the foundation for a treatment utilise various techniques, depending upon training and experience, to address the specific needs of the client. In general, the manipulation of the body's soft tissue (i.e. the skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments and facia) using the hands is a gentle, flowing massage technique that uses varying degrees of pressure and stretching movements. It is most commonly used for relaxation and improving well-being. A typical full-body massage session lasts for about one hour, many therapists will offer shorter sessions for treating specific areas such as backs, shoulders and necks or any areas giving discomfort, aches or pains. On the first visit clients are asked a number of questions concerning general well-being, injuries and medical conditions that the therapist should know about, in order to determine if there are any contra indications (physical conditions that would prohibit or limit a massage treatment).

Hot stones massage

Harnessing the properties of the stones, we bathe them in warm water; energize them with the powers of aromatherapy oils and sensual aroma's of the orient. Then place them on the body's key energy point to promote free flow and harmonize body and spirit. Then using firm free flowing rhythmic sequence, which mimics a strong but steady stream of flowing water, the stones give up their power and warmth to your tired tense muscles, promoting inner peace and tranquility. Hot stones massage is a treatment that excites every sense and provides a unique aromatic journey for the soul.

Remedial Massage

Remedial massage is one of the most effective and readily available ways to prevent and treat muscle injuries, pain and soreness. Remedial massage is based on the fact that soft tissue (muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia) respond to touch. Most pain is myofascial (soft tissue) in origin. Trigger points (sensitive points in muscles, which radiate or refer pain to various parts of the body) can mimic many conditions. Although many clients who consult a remedial massage therapist have pain as a result of specific injuries (whiplash, falls, sports injuries, etc.), RSI (repetitive strain injuries) and other work-related problems, the vast majority originates in postural (structural) alignment problems that sometimes go back to childhood and adolescence. Our remedial massage therapists have attained additional training, which includes more in-depth study and qualifications in anatomy and physiology. This extra knowledge and understanding will enable the massage therapist to carry out an assessment and provide appropriate treatment for a wide variety of conditions. It is always advisable to consult a doctor before receiving a massage for specific conditions which may not be related to soft tissue. Treatment employs massage techniques designed to treat both deep and superficial tissues. The remedial massage therapist uses skilled manipulation combined with in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology to bring about pain relief, correcting and normalising the body's muscles and soft tissues.

What conditions can massage help in the relief of?