BENEFITS OF MASSAGE AND MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE

 Massage and Medical Acupuncture are considered part of complementary and alternative medicine, it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension.

While more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found massage may also be helpful for:

• Anxiety
• Digestive disorders
• Fibromyalgia
• Headaches
• Insomnia related to stress
• Myofascial pain syndrome
• Soft tissue strains or injuries
• Sports injuries
• Temporomandibular joint pain
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Post-operative operations
• Sciatica

Beyond the benefits for specific conditions or diseases, some people enjoy massage because it often produces feelings of caring, comfort and connection. The good news is this: if you enjoy a massage, you just might be helping your heart and arteries stay healthy and youthful.

Medical Acupuncture is an approved form of treatment by the NHS

 A deep tissue massage does what is says and is perfectly explained by its name. It   focuses on deep layers of muscles and pressure is adjusted to manipulate the deeper tissue layers in the body. The massage is efficient enough to release any newly formed or small knots and to stretch stiff muscles. Mix this with a sport massage that manipulates the soft tissue (muscle) in order to prevent or improve sports injuries and focuses on tense muscles that have built up over time or due to injury.

Massage realigning the muscle fibres and connective tissue, increases and enhances blood circulation helping to relieve muscle tension, reduce     soreness, flushes away the toxins and make for a faster recovery. Regular sessions will increase joint mobility and flexibility, and reduce the risk of   injury during exercise

Hands Free Massage uses the forearm and elbow for a deep and effective massage, helping to relieve stiffness and improve flexibility. It can be used on specific parts of the body as required or as a full body massage, depending on your preference.

Managing to be both invigorating and deeply relaxing, Hands Free Massage improves circulation and stimulates the lymphatic system, yet also evokes a feeling of calmness and peace.

Hot stone massage therapy melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness and increases circulation and metabolism.

The premise behind hot stone massage therapy is that the direct heat of the stones relaxes muscles, allowing the therapist access to their deeper muscle layers. Combining hot stone protocols with a full body massage provides a very healing and effective experience. The hot stones also expand blood vessels, which encourages blood flow throughout the body. The hot stones have a sedative effect that can relieve chronic pain, reduce stress and promote deep relaxation.

A cold stone massage is perfect for the coolness and invigoration that they seek. Athletes who have sustained injuries can also benefit from a cold stone massage. Cold constricts the blood vessels in the body and which alleviates swelling. It promotes healing and reduces pain in the injured muscles and tissues.

Hot and Cold Stones can be mixed to have the relaxing heat of the Basalt Hot Stones mixed with the invigorating coolness from the marble stones for a beautiful relaxing massage.

Indian head massage is an ancient therapeutic treatment that focuses on your head, neck and shoulders. It is a deep massage, using a variety of pressure and techniques, including circular massage strokes on your scalp, deep tissue work on your shoulders, and stretching the neck. 

This form of massage focuses on the three higher “chakras” – mind, body and spirit and as such hits your energy epicentre. It can make you feel detached and serene, leave you sighing and wordless, but also alert and clear-headed, alleviating brain-fog and stress.

You may not experience this level of relaxation, however the treatment offers many other benefits. It may relieve aches, pains and tension in your neck, back and shoulders, improve the texture of your hair and encourage it to grow. An Indian head massage stimulates the flow of blood, lymph and oxygen in your upper body, and therefore may clear your sinuses, relieve stress and help you sleep better. It is also said the Indian Head massage can help to cure headaches (even migraine), eye strain and anxiety, some say it can help you to concentrate better at work.

A course of acupuncture usually creates longer lasting pain relief than when a single treatment is used.

Pregnancy massage can be carried out from 12 weeks to full term.

The massage is performed with the client in a side lying position and includes massaging the whole body including light massage to the abdomen (subject to acceptance from the mum-to-be).

Pregnancy Massage helps the body with the changes that occur during this special time and will help to promote relaxation and ease muscle tension which can aid and support the Mum-to-be and help her enjoy a healthy, happy pregnancy.

Swedish massage involves working the soft tissue of the body, to ease day-to-day stresses, muscle tension and promote relaxation. It helps to increase blood and oxygen supplied to the treated areas and can also help in rehabilitation of muscular injuries.

Massage is used by people for a variety of reasons. Some use it to simply relax and unwind, while others have regular massage to help them manage or cope with specific physical, mental or emotional problems. Many aspiring and professional athletes have massage before and after training and competing, in order to stay in optimum condition and aid recovery.

There is a growing body of evidence to suggest that massage can be effective in helping to treat certain chronic conditions, such as fibromyalgia and low back pain.