Your session will always be personalised around your needs on the day. It may incorporate a number of massage techniques including Oriental or Deep Tissue techniques to relieve localized pain or tightness, Trigger Point which applies concentrated finger pressure to hyper irritated points or Swedish to help relax. If there is anything that does not feel comfortable or right or you do not like, you have the right to ask me to stop.

All sessions can be booked for 30-60 minutes.

Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is often referred to as the “relaxing massage. A Swedish massage includes long strokes and kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints, using oils. Pressure is light to firm. Swedish massage can increase circulation and simulate the lymphatic system a major part of the immune system. A Swedish massage can help your immune system to make sure everything is moving.

Swedish Massage is just one of the modalities which can be incorporate into your customised massage.

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Oriental Massage

Oriental Massage is based on the ancient Chinese philosophical framework of Yin and Yen – (Qi and energy flow through meridian and channels) and the five element theory – (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water). When Qi is blocked discomfort may be experiences physically, emotionally and mentally and if blockage persists this can lead to chronic health issues.

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Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body. It incorporates slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the grain of muscles, tendons and fascia. It is called deep tissue, because it also focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It can help reduce pain, increase range of motion, relieve muscle spasms and improve circulation.

Deep Tissue Massage is just one of the modalities which can be incorporate into your customised massage.

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Sports Massage

Sports Massage can be characterised two ways: pre-activity and post-activity massage. Pre-activity uses dynamic stretching to allow the connective tissue to work through a full range of motion reducing possible injury. Post-activity massage focuses on recovering the muscle tissue that may have been impacted doing the particular sport. It involves long strokes to flush out the toxins causing soreness in the muscles and joints.

Sports Massage is just one of the modalities which can be incorporate into your customised massage.

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Prenatal Massage

Prenatal Massage is a special type of a massage therapy tailored specifically to the needs of pregnant women and their changing bodies. Many women find that pregnancy massage helps to minimise stress, promote relaxation and help with low back pain. Before receiving a massage, pregnant women are advised to speak with their doctors to learn if massage is recommended.

 

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