Massage

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28-May-2009

Specialising in:Lymphatic,Swedish & Remedial massage

Lymphatic Massage - this technique involves the application of light, rhythmic strokes to help alleviate various conditions related to the body's lymphatic system. Among other things, the lymphatic system is responsible for flushing out toxins and draining fluid, this helps to support a healthy immune system. When lymph circulation stagnates, fluid can build up and cause physical problems, such as inflammation, edemas and neuropathies Lymphatic Massage Therapy enables restoration of proper lymph flow by using a "mapping" system to assess congested areas in the body and applying gentle pressure with the fingers and hands to these areas, helping to reactivate proper circulation. (This therapy does not use any oil)

Consummate Lymphatic Massage - is a therapy that incorporates all the benefits of the above Lymphatic Therapy along with the added synergistic benefits of combining Essential Oils and the relaxation techniques of Swedish Massage.This is a 90 minute treatment.

Swedish Massage - is a collection of techniques designed primarily to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. Friction is reduced with the use of natural vegetable oils. Swedish massage can relax muscles, increase circulation, remove metabolic waste products, helping the recipient obtain a feeling of connectedness, a better awareness of their body and the way they use and position it. It stretches the ligaments and tendons, keeping them supple. Swedish Massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system while at the same time relaxing the nerves themselves. As it can help reduce emotional and physical stress it is often recommended as part of a regular program for stress management.

Remedial Massage/Deep Tissue Massage - is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles. This invigorating experience is a process of detection of stiff or painful areas by determining the quality and texture of the deeper layers of musculature, and slowly working into the deep layers of muscle tissue. Specific hand positions and strokes are then used to respond to various tissue qualities. Techniques employing breath and movement are also used for releasing muscular congestion. Myofascial Release - Fascia is a complex supportive web throughout the body affecting all components of the musculoskeletal, nervous and visceral (organ) systems. It surrounds groups of muscle fibres, and entire muscle groups and organs. While it is not contractile, it can be passively elastically deformed. That is how it retains tensions from physical and emotional traumas. It is also involved when a person suffers chronic pain or physical dysfunction. Chronically tense muscles restrict blood flow and fatigue the body. Both fascia and muscle tissues can become shortened if they are improperly used. As well, layers of fascia can stick together. Myofascial release techniques are used to coax muscles in spasm to relax, and break adhesions in the fascia. Bodies respond to these therapies by releasing tension that has been stored in the fascia, thus allowing more functional flexibility and mobility of the muscles, fascia and associated structures