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MASSAGE
Soft Tissue or Deep Tissue?
Deep Tissue Massage reaches the deeper layers of the muscles. It is used to break down knots, adhesions, scar tissue and relieve pressure points such as trigger points throughout the body. This massage is used to treat general aches and pain caused by day-to-day life and particularly beneficial for athletes and for those who sit for long periods of time. Jerome uses Deep Tissue when performing Sports and Remedial Massage but if you would rather a Soft Tissue Massage please book a Swedish Massage. Whichever massage you choose we will always work within your own particular level of comfort!
Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage Therapy is not just for relaxation, it goes well beyond that. It is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension. Recent studies show that volunteers who received a 45-minute Swedish massage experienced significant decreases in levels of the stress hormone cortisol, as well as arginine vasopressin-a hormone that can lead to increases in cortisol. Volunteers also had increases in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the immune system, and a boost in the immune cells that may help fight colds and flu.
Ally has trained in different techniques over the years and treats each client according to their needs so if you only need one technique that is what she will use or if you need all techniques then she will use them all in your therapeutic massage.
Sports and Remedial Massage
Sports massage is designed to prevent and relieve injuries and conditions that are associated with exercise, It’s ideal if you just want to keep in shape and remain physically active. It can be carried out before, during, or after playing sport or exercising and uses techniques that are designed to increase endurance and performance, to minimise the chances of injury and if there is an injury, to reduce the recovery time.
Sports Massage is a deep and intense treatment that is based on various elements of Swedish Massage. It also incorporates a combination of advanced soft tissue techniques including stretching, compression, myofascial release, friction and trigger point release.
Here’s how sport and remedial massage can help -
* Muscular Injuries: Sprains, strains and rotator cuff injuries are painful and impede movement. Massage eases discomfort, restores fluid motion and assist to speed rehabilitation.
* Everyday Aches: many daily tasks can lead to injury if you’re careless or fall into bad habits. The crazy pace of your average day, Massage soothes and relaxes to ease tension.
* Healing Scar Tissue: Scarring can be unsightly and take time to heal. Massage speeds the process by breaking down scar tissue.
* Getting your body ready for a particular event – or your next gym session – and helping it to recover again afterwards.
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What happens during the session?
We’ll assess your posture, joints and range of movement to pinpoint the cause of injury. Your treatment plan may involve several massage techniques tailored to suit you. This holistic approach is ideal for a variety of conditions.
Despite the name, you don't have to be a sports person to benefit! Some people prefer a Sports Massage even if they do not take part in regular exercise as it is sometimes much more specific and therefore targets particular areas. We will tailor your treatment specifically to your needs.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a science that deals with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands that correspond to all of the glands, organs and parts of the body. It is a unique method of using the thumb and fingers on these reflex areas. Stimulating these reflexes properly may help many health problems in a natural way by correcting any imbalances in the body.
Reflexology allows the body to enter into a deep state of relaxation which allows the body to stimulate its own healing properties. Its long term application is also a type of preventative maintenance. Reflexology is a serious advance in the health field and should not be confused with foot massage. Many health insurance policies cover reflexology.
Reflexology may be useful to some people who experience difficulties with:
Anxiety and sleep disorders
Hormone imbalance
Headaches or migraines
Digestive problems
Skin problems
Joint and muscular pain.
Reflexology Lymphatic Drainage
The award winning technique RLD, is bringing relief to lymphoedema and lipoedema patients everywhere. It focuses on stimulating the lymphatic reflexes on the feet. The aim is to cause an effect on the lymphatic system in the body. It is a unique sequence that has been researched and developed by Sally Kay, whilst working in Cancer Care.
Swelling can be reduced within the affected arm(s) hands, feet and legs, and this may bring significant relief to sufferers of this often painful, movement limiting condition.
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Results are on par with manual lymphatic drainage, RLD may be used similarly. Clinical experience and further evidence from a growing body of case studies suggests that RLD can also be useful with many other conditions including:
Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, M.E​ and other auto-immune disorders
Hormone imbalance, night sweats and PMS
Arthritis and other Aches & Pains
Digestive issues such as IBS, colitis and Crohns
Asthma
Eczema
Sinus problems
Migraines & headaches
Muscular tension
Facial Reflexology
The Bergman Method of Facial Reflexology
Ziggie Bergman is the UK's foremost facial reflexologist and founder of 'The Bergman Method' Facial Reflexology. This award-winning specialist advanced facial reflexology treatment, using the Bergman Method is firmly based on Zone Theory and is the only accredited facial using this modality. I was personally taught this technique by Ziggie at The London School of Reflexology, Regents University.
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​​The healing experience of facial reflexology not only gives you all the benefits of foot reflexology, in promoting deep relaxation helping to relieve many symptoms of stress and fatigue, it also gives you a rejuvenating transformation through lifting and sculpting facial muscles by stimulating blood flow, increasing circulation to the face and head.
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Using a range of massage and natural facelift techniques, facial reflexology has a wonderful effect on the skin in helping to strengthen layers of skin tissue and improving skin tone, leaving it looking radiant and glowing with an uplifting effect. Over a series of sessions, there may be a reduction in lines and wrinkles too, with frown lines appearing smoothed and an improved skin tone all round.
Facial Reflexology is very effective in improving lymphatic drainage encouraging the elimination of toxins and has distinctive benefits for certain conditions for example:
migraines
bruxism
bell palsy
relieve muscle tension, mental strain, headaches & migraines
sinusitis and congestion problems
insomnia
lack of energy
IBS and other stress-related issues
It can also be particularly useful for people suffering with neurological conditions by working closely with the central nervous system and the muscles of the face and head.
Indian Head Massage
What Is Indian Head Massage?
Indian Head Massage
Indian head massage is a highly therapeutic massage carried out on a chair or a couch. It uses and adapts classic Swedish massage techniques for treating areas of stress and tension, namely the scalp, face, neck shoulders and upper arms. It works on an emotional level as well as physical helping to calm the mind and body.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE
Boosting overall immunity
Boosts cerebral spinal fluid circulation
Detoxifying the body by stimulating lymphatic drainage
Improving circulation, which in turn increases energy levels
Increases muscle tone
Promoting clarity and increased concentration
Relieves Mandibular Joint tension
Relieves sleeplessness, restlessness and insomnia
Relieves symptoms of sinusitis
Relieving built-up tension that can often result in headaches, migraines, neck and back pain
Soothing symptoms of asthma by calming the respiratory system.
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POTENTIAL BENEFITS FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Relieving symptoms of anxiety and depression
Providing relief from stress and promotes relaxation
Improving concentration levels
Renewing energy levels
Increasing feelings of peace, calm and well-being
Boosting memory capabilities.
On-Site Corporate Acupressure Massage/Reflexology
Companies provide on-sitemassage for their employees for many reasons. In addition to the numerous physical benefits of massage in general, office massage has these additional benefits:
* Increased productivity
* Increased employee retention
* Reduction in health care costs
* Fewer repetitive strain injuries
* Improved employee morale
Stress accounts for almost 14% of sick-leave a year, as well as up to 80 million lost working days a year. The total loss of annual productivity due to stress can reach up to £5.3 billion. Why pay for stress? A service like onsite seated massage is an effective way to lower employee stress. When workers have fewer physical complaints and lowered stress, the workday flows much easier.
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​Corporate reflexology sessions really benefit your business. Staff take the time for a short break, in a convenient side room within the building or even at their desk, and the results can be measurable. Allow your employees to feel how valuable they are to your business by providing this ‘in-house’ therapy to de-stress and revitalise them.
Contact me for further details and prices.
MASSAGE
Soft Tissue or Deep Tissue?
Deep Tissue Massage reaches the deeper layers of the muscles. It is used to break down knots, adhesions, scar tissue and relieve pressure points such as trigger points throughout the body. This massage is used to treat general aches and pain caused by day-to-day life and particularly beneficial for athletes and for those who sit for long periods of time. Jerome uses Deep Tissue when performing Sports and Remedial Massage but if you would rather a Soft Tissue Massage please book a Swedish Massage. Whichever massage you choose we will always work within your own particular level of comfort!
Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage Therapy is not just for relaxation, it goes well beyond that. It is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension. Recent studies show that volunteers who received a 45-minute Swedish massage experienced significant decreases in levels of the stress hormone cortisol, as well as arginine vasopressin-a hormone that can lead to increases in cortisol. Volunteers also had increases in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the immune system, and a boost in the immune cells that may help fight colds and flu.
Ally has trained in different techniques over the years and treats each client according to their needs so if you only need one technique that is what she will use or if you need all techniques then she will use them all in your therapeutic massage.
Sports and Remedial Massage
Sports massage is designed to prevent and relieve injuries and conditions that are associated with exercise, It’s ideal if you just want to keep in shape and remain physically active. It can be carried out before, during, or after playing sport or exercising and uses techniques that are designed to increase endurance and performance, to minimise the chances of injury and if there is an injury, to reduce the recovery time.
Sports Massage is a deep and intense treatment that is based on various elements of Swedish Massage. It also incorporates a combination of advanced soft tissue techniques including stretching, compression, myofascial release, friction and trigger point release.
Here’s how sport and remedial massage can help -
* Muscular Injuries: Sprains, strains and rotator cuff injuries are painful and impede movement. Massage eases discomfort, restores fluid motion and assist to speed rehabilitation.
* Everyday Aches: many daily tasks can lead to injury if you’re careless or fall into bad habits. The crazy pace of your average day, Massage soothes and relaxes to ease tension.
* Healing Scar Tissue: Scarring can be unsightly and take time to heal. Massage speeds the process by breaking down scar tissue.
* Getting your body ready for a particular event – or your next gym session – and helping it to recover again afterwards.
​
What happens during the session?
We’ll assess your posture, joints and range of movement to pinpoint the cause of injury. Your treatment plan may involve several massage techniques tailored to suit you. This holistic approach is ideal for a variety of conditions.
Despite the name, you don't have to be a sports person to benefit! Some people prefer a Sports Massage even if they do not take part in regular exercise as it is sometimes much more specific and therefore targets particular areas. We will tailor your treatment specifically to your needs.