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Massage therapy is the systematic manipulation of muscles and connective tissue to improve physical and emotional well-being. The benefits of massage has been well known for many thousands of years. "The way to health is to have an aromatic bath and scented massage every day..." Hippocrates who is it suitable for? Massage therapy is helpful for a wide range of conditions. Some of the more common benefits are listed below:
what to expect Your first session will last for 1 hour 30mins, and will include a full consultation to ensure that your massage session is as appropriate and effective as possible for you. Your massage practitioner will agree a plan for your massage session with you – which could be a full body massage, or a more focused massage on a particular area of injury, such as shoulders or legs. You will be covered with clean towels to respect your modesty and warmth, and only the part of your body being massaged will be uncovered at any time. One session of massage can be beneficial for stress and relief of muscle tension. Your therapist will advise you if a course of massage sessions could benefit your individual needs. Subsequent sessions may be 30 mins, 60 mins or 90 minutes. what do I need to wear Your practitioner will leave the room or screen you with towels while you undress down to your underwear. At the end of the session they will ensure your privacy while you redress and you will be able to remove any excess oil from your body with paper towels. It does not matter what you wear, but you may be most comfortable after your massage in loose, comfortable clothes. about the practitioners thepractice has two professional, experienced massage therapists: Kate Carfrae: Kate is fully qualified in Holistic (Swedish) Massage, Anatomy and Physiology and Sports Massage. She is also studying sport and fitness therapy, sport injury and advanced massage techniques. Kate has worked for many years in the voluntary sector, in the field of mental health, education, children’s play and the arts and chose to pursue a career in massage because of its health-promoting benefits. Katie Whitehouse: Katie is a fully qualified Sports/Therapeutic Massage Therapist, Aromatherapist, Seated Acupressure Massage Therapist and Reflexologist, registered with the Association of Physical & Natural Therapists. Katie has been practising for over 15 years and is experienced in treating sports injuries; stress and postural problems; women planning to conceive, throughout pregnancy and post-partum; as well as children. Katie also teaches sports massage, anatomy & physiology, baby massage and pregnancy massage. Her passion is to encourage the use of positive touch and aromatherapy in everyday life. what will it cost?
treatments Sports/Therapeutic Massage > Sports/Therapeutic massage is an effective and beneficial form of physical therapy, not only for active sports people, but also for anyone seeking relief from muscle tension, and emotional stress. It also helps to help maintain flexibility and good muscle tone. Sports Massage is based on traditional Swedish Massage strokes, with additional deeper tissue massage and more intensive techniques for the prevention and treatment of sports injuries. A treatment session may include postural assessment, muscle testing, stretches and mobilisation. Following/between appointments, you may be given simple stretches and activities to support and enhance your treatments at thepractice. The benefits of sports massage:
Aromatherapy uses the penetrative and healing powers of essential oils—extracted from pure plant material—combined with the restorative and deeply relaxing effects of massage to balance mind, body and spirit. The oils enter the bloodstream via the respiratory system (also triggering response in the olfactory – smell - centre in our brain) and via the skin. Aromatherapy can help alleviate many chronic and stress-induced conditions, such as:
Its effects are deeply relaxing and can also be pain relieving. Following/between appointments, you may be encouraged to do simple exercises, such as visualisations/yoga stretches and to use essential oils at home, to support and enhance your treatments at thepractice. This is a revitalising 30 minute acupressure based massage, received fully clothed in a specially designed and ultra comfortable chair. The massage concentrates on 100 stress release points on the back, shoulders, neck, scalp, arms and hands, plus Swedish massage techniques and a series of gentle stretches to ease tension, improve circulation and mobility. Particular attention is paid to any problem areas, such as a stiff neck. The ideal Stress Buster – in just twenty minutes, you'll feel calm, relaxed, mentally alert and uplifted. Pregnancy is a time when a woman can benefit a great deal from massage. Regular massage can help:
Training for birth partners in simple massage techniques for relaxation and pain relief in labour, and baby massage classes are also on offer. what to expect after treatment? You are likely to feel very relaxed after your massage and your practitioner will advise you to rest if possible and to drink plenty of water for the following 24 to 48 hours to help your body’s healing response. You may be advised to do some simple stretching, exercise and/or relaxation between sessions. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Kate or Katie at thepractice.
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