Therapies which tell your body and mind it's okay to be STILL and REPAIR.
Massage relaxes achy muscles and fascia allowing joints to regain flexibility, discomfort to lessen, toxins to be flushed from the body.
It leaves you feeling more resilient and less exhausted from carrying stress and body tension.
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Be kinder to yourself
Wood Madero~Therapy Massage
With its roots in both South American and Ancient Eastern traditions this massage targets stubborn knots and blocked lymph vessels by combining the rhythmic strokes of Swedish Massage with the controlled pressure of ergonomically shaped wooden massage tools.
The wooden tools have rounded sides that perfectly contour the body, tone muscles, break up cellulite and dispel tension.
Some of the tools have knobbly bits that move in a rolling motion which break up cellulite and stagnant lymph ready for the liver and kidneys to remove.
This treatment involves...
I will start by massaging your back and the backs of your legs using Swedish massage techniques to warm up your muscles and fascia before adding the wooden massage tools.
Once you have turned over I will massage the front of your legs and feet, your arms and hands, if comfortable for you I will include a short treatment on your abdomen to aid digestion and lymph drainage.
I will finish the treatment with a gentle neck, face and scalp treatment using smaller wooden massage tools that are beneficial for releasing tension in the jaw, clearing sinuses and preventing headaches by calming the network of nerve endings and blood vessels in these areas which are often constricted due to stress, misaligned posture, over exertion and over thinking!
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Shorter Sessions
If you would rather have a shorter appointment to focus on particular areas of discomfort like your back and shoulders, achy legs and feet, or fancy a calming face, neck and scalp massage or some Reiki Energy Healing I offer targetted 30 or 45 minute sessions.
Please state on your consultation form which massage and the duration you are wanting.
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Hot Stones
Massage
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A Hot Stone Massage alleviates chronic and acute tension in the muscles and surrounding fascia whilst boosting blood and lymph flow to deeply detoxify and nourish the body.
The use of hot stones originated from Ayurveda, the Ancient Indian Medical System.
They have been used worldwide for thousands of years to release tension and restore balance.
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This treatment involves...
I place heated stones on a towel along each side of your thoracic and lumbar spine and a larger one on your Sacral to start relaxing your core and to ground you into your body.
I will also place stones in your palms.
I will massage the backs of your legs and the soles of your feet using Swedish Massage techniques initially before introducing the warmth of the beautiful basalt stones.
I remove the placement stones from your back and use fresh stones to give your back, neck and shoulders some deeper far-reaching release.
Once you have turned over, I will place warmed stones on your Heart chakra and Solar Plexus which helps to calm your emotions and nervous system as well as soothing your digestion.
I then massage the front of your legs and arms and concentrate on any reflex points in your hands and feet relevant to your health status.
I will finish your massage with a reviving face, neck and scalp massage so that you feel like you're floating away!
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Reiki Seichem Energy Healing
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Energy Healing has been practised as far back as Ancient Egypt as seen revered in their heiroglyphs.
Energy healing is receiving life force energy often referred to as Chi or Ki which flows through all of us like our blood does, and through every atom of nature from a pebble to a mountain to the air that we breathe.
We all emit an energetic field called an aura and we have 7 main energy centres connected to different zones of the body known as Chakras.
When we are stressed and tense our Chi flow gets congested in our chakras and parts of our anatomy and organs.
When a Reiki practitioner tranfers Chi energy it propels the energy body of the recipient into self~healing mode.
The flow of Chi energy can be experienced as a tingling, or a warm or cooling sensation against the skin.
This can often instigate profound shifts of emotional release and improve conditions in our outside environment also due to a more positive outlook on life from carrying less bottled up stress, and feeling more zen!
There are cases where Reiki has completely repaired ill health and it is now offered widely across the NHS as a complementary treatment.
Reiki can be received as a stand alone session or added at the end of a massage treatment. Please state on your consultation form if you would like some.
This treatment involves...
I will start at the crown of your head holding my hands above you.
I may at times move to different zones of your body if I feel intuitively drawn to focus on them.
The healing will travel to the 7 main energy centres and help shift any energetic blockages which over time lead to health concerns.
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Aromatherapy Masaage
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Swedish Massage can include five techniques to generate deep relaxation and detoxification.. The gliding strokes of Effleurage, the gentle kneading of Petrissage, the circular motion of Friction, hand cupping and finger tip drumming sensation of Tapotement, and the soft shaking movements of Vibration.
Essential oils are the concentrate of plant extracts made by either steaming or pressing the flowers, stems and leaves of plants and have been proven to positively impact our limbic system ~ the brain.
Once aromas are inhaled the scent molecules travel via the nose and the olfactory nerves straight to the amygdala which is the emotional center of the brain where memories are stored and feelings of anxiety as well as pleasure are processed and regulated.
Aromatic oils have a plethora of physical benefits, some open up breathing airways and dilate the sinuses, others reduce inflammation, boost circulation, balance hormones, lower anxiety and blood pressure... and they all just smell really nice!
The benefits of the essential oils
Massage and aromas combined tell our brain it is safe to let go of physical and emotional tension.
A blended oil will contain top, middle and base scent notes.
Top scent notes tend to be invigorating like zingy lemon or cooling like peppermint, middle notes are more floral like rosemary and lavender, and the base notes are smoky, sweet and woody such as Sandalwood and Frankincense.
The treatment involves...
This treatment offers a full body Swedish Massage incorporating essential oils selected to help ease any adverse physical, emotional and mental symptoms you may be experiencing as discussed during our initial consultation.
The treatment also includes a very relaxing face, neck and scalp massage.
I do not have to use oils on your face and scalp if you prefer, or you can ask me to avoid these areas altogether.
Please remove face make-up like concealer, before arriving. Otherwise I can provide you with a cleansing wipe during your appointment.
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Reflexology
Reflexology is a thechnique which uses gentle pressure upon specific reflex points on the feet which promotes relaxation and healing to the corresponding organs.
They are connected via energy pathways called meridians.
Reflexology can be seen in cave paintings on the walls of the tombs in Ancient Egypt and is now considered a popular holistic treatment with remarkable health results.
It's benefits include improved sleep, reduction of stress and anxiety, headaches and migraines, easing digestive issues, improved blood pressure and circulation, and in some cases the removal of chronic health issues pharmaceuticals have not helped.
The treatment involves..
I will massage the back of your legs first then ask you to turn over so I can continue to massage the front of your legs and ankles.
I will then have access to all of the reflex points of the feet where I will use techniques such as ~ thumb walking, finger walking and hooking ~ to ease congestion in associated organs mapped across both feet. Reflex points often feel gritty when there is an issue.
You can ask for a back and shoulder massage to add onto this treatment, and/or arms and hands, face and scalp for longer sessions, or you can add some Reiki Seichem energy healing to amplify the energy clearing!
Tips
It can be common that in the following 24-48 hours after a massage to experience temporary tenderness in areas of the body that have released tension.
Due to the body's lymphatic and renal system being stimulated you may find you have the need for increased urination and bowel movements.
It is advisable to drink plenty of water to help support the body as it flushes out toxins, and to rehydrate.
Try and avoid strenuous exercise, hot showers or large meals immediately before or after a treatment.
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