Massage is a wonderful way to relax and experience feelings of well-being, through the healing power of touch. Benefits include improved circulation, improved elimination of toxins, the easing of aches, pain and stiffness, and improved flexibility. Massage also helps promote good digestion, better posture and restful sleep.
A wide range of massage styles are available to help with tight, stiff, sore and aching muscles. Massage techniques range from light touch to deep tissue muscle work. Therapists are able to recommend styles which are most appropriate for each patient.
Acupressure is an ancient Chinese technique based on the principles of acupuncture, and involves the use of finger pressure (without needles) on specific body points. It is a way of accessing and releasing blocked or congested energy centers in the body.
Swedish Massage utilizes soothing, relaxing strokes to promote body balance and harmony. Light to moderate pressure enhances circulation while gentle stretching reduces tension. Recommended for a first time massage experience.
Deep Tissue Massage promotes the alleviation of specific areas of discomfort. It incorporates a combination of techniques using deep pressure that allows the release of chronic blockages in muscles and tendons.
Aromatherapy utilizes specific plant oils to produce fragrances that either stimulate or relax the body. These fragrances stimulate odor-sensing nerves in the nose, which in turn signals the part of the brain that controls memory and emotion. The oils interact with the body’s hormones and enzymes that cause changes in blood pressure, pulse, and other body functions.
Lymphatic Drainage reduces edema, local puffiness, stimulates a sluggish immune system, increases cellular level immunity, enhances the beauty and health of the skin and reduces scar tissue. It is deeply relaxing and soothing.
Prenatal Lavender Massage decreases emotional stress, depression, and anxiety. It also helps increase circulation, lymphatic flow, and muscle flexibility. Reduces the strain of childbirth, calms the nervous system, and produces rest and relaxation for both mother and baby.
Energy Balancing uses a calming, gentle touch influences the body, emotions, mind, and spirit. Using universal energy to clear, align, and restore balance to the human energy system.
Zen Hot Stone Therapy employ smooth basalt stones are heated to give the ultimate thermo- therapy treatment. Stones are used to relax and massage muscle tissue, dissolving stress and tension. Soothing the body, mind and spirit to reconnect with nature and the earth.
Shiatsu which literally means “finger pressure” is a form of bodywork that allows the patient to get in touch with their own healing abilities. It is a balance – an interactive relationship – between practitioner and patient, in which pressure is applied to specific points of the body to stimulate the bodies energy system and to ease aches, tension, fatigue and symptoms of disease.
Reiki (pronounced Ray-key) is a Japanese name meaning Universal Life Energy which is channelled through the practitioner to the recipient. Reiki helps to balance the body, mind and spirit which makes the body healthy, and helps you achieve happiness.
Rolfing – structural integration promotes well being by enhancing the body’s pattern of organization. It balances the body in gravity and enables participants to function at successively higher levels of efficiency and ease. Rolfing was developed over a 50 year period of study by the late Dr. Ida P. Rolf. Rolfing frees fascial adhesions (unhealthy binding of tissues), allowing the muscles and bones to return to balanced relationships. When the fascial system is organized through the Rolfing process, the body’s major segments are freed to align themselves properly. Following Rolfing, people have reported to have eliminated or reduced chronic pain, greater range of motion, improved coordination, a feeling of rejuvenation, and an increased sense of well-being.