The most common type of massage is Swedish Massage and is also known as Classic Massage. It involves soft, long, kneading strokes, as well as, light, rhythmic, tapping strokes, on superficial layers of muscles. This is also combined with movement of the joints. Swedish Massage is gentler than Deep Tissue Massage and better suited for people interested in relaxation and tension relief.
Benefits of Swedish Massage: Pain management, increased blood flow, rehabilitation for muscle injuries, increased flexibility, reduced stress and improved immune system.
Deep Tissue is a form of massage that focuses on releasing tension and restrictions of the deeper muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is a specific massage, which employs techniques to work below superficial connective tissue with the intent of breaking up old structural patterns and allowing the free flow of nutrients and oxygen to the blood. It also requires the therapist to apply a considerable amount of pressure. The therapist will always work within the comfort zone of the client.
Deep Tissue Massage helps treat back and neck pain, limited mobility, recovery from injury (whiplash, falls), repetitive strain injury such as carpal tunnel syndrome, postural problems, muscle tension, osteoarthritis, sciatica, tennis elbow and fibromyalgia.
Myofascial Release is an important treatment to release restrictions within the fascia network - connective tissue, softening, hydrating and giving mobility to stuck, hardened and dehydrated areas of the body. It can promote self healing and relaxation by increasing energy, breathing capacity, restoring muscle function and postural alignment. Myofascial Release can also relieve physical and emotional strain.
Helps strengthen the immune system, decreases pain and increases circulatory flow.
Can help with a wide range of ailments such as; Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Muscle Spasms, Pain, Restrictive Movements, Quality of Sleep.
Bespoke Massage is a tailored treatment that focuses on the areas of the body according to your needs.
It can also be a combination of Swedish and deep tissue massage.
All the details of your Bespoke massage can be discussed with the therapist prior to your treatment.
A Couples Massage can be a wonderful shared bonding experience for two peope whether it be your significant other or even a friend. It is a great way to connect and improve a relationship and bring you closer together. As well as gaining the benefits of a massage treatment such as releasing tension and stress, the therapy helps release oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine. These hormones work together to boost your mood and energy and oxytocin in particular helps make you feel calmer and happier leading to increased affection towards eachother.
Pregnancy massage refers to a massage undertaken during pregnancy or after birth. It is also known as a prenatal or postnatal massage. A pregnancy massage can make the journey to motherhood all the more comfortable while at the same time soothing aches and pains that come with being pregnant.
Prenatal:
Many women experience anxiety, tension and fatigue and this is can often an emotional time for them.
Pregnancy massage also helps to ease other symptoms of pregnancy such as headaches, back, neck and shoulder pains, carpal tunnel syndrome, and swollen hands and feet. Please note; pregnancy massage is not advisable during the first trimester (12 weeks) of pregnancy.
Postnatal:
Massage during this period can help decrease the discomforts, cramps and pains experienced after birth.
A soothing postnatal massage can really help your body recover and has many benefits, both physically and emotionally. Massage after birth can help with fatigue, depression, headaches, scar healing,
re-establishing pelvic alignment, increasing blood circulation, reducing fluid retention,reducing stress hormones, supports healthy lactation, provides deep relaxation, facilitates mother and baby bonding, helps with posture, reducing swelling.
Sports massage therapy is a methodical and focused treatment that targets muscles used in a particular sport and is specifically customized to the needs of the client.
The aim is to help an athlete's body perform at its peak and also reduce the risk of injury or pain. The various techniques employed can lessen pain in the muscles, speed up recovery, increase flexibility and range of motion generally to support efficient movement. Sports massage is frequently used by professional and recreational athletes, but it has advantages for anyone who exercises frequently, and treatments can be had both pre-event to help prepare the body for peak performance and also post-event to relax and soothe muscles and help the body recover after exercise.
Benefits of sports massage include : Increased range of movement and flexibility, increased blood flow and removal of lactic acid and toxins, speeds up recovery time, reduces muscle fatigue, spasms and tension, improves moods, sleep and sense of wellbeing.