Therapeutic Massage

Massage releases tension trapped within the muscles, joints and connective tissue, while also having positive psychological benefits. Therapeutic massage has many benefits, from stress relief to improving blood circulation. The benefits of massage are in accordance with the needs and expectations of the client. The same stroke performed in different ways can produce different effects. A single movement preformed vigorously can stimulate the body, while a similar movement performed slowly can promote relaxation. I include Head massage as an integral part of this massage. Some of the movements used in massage are:

Effleurage: helps to increase blood and lymphatic flow to break down congestion in the tissues and toxic deposits.

Percussion: breaks down fat, eliminates toxins, tones the muscles, and generally stimulating the area.

Draining: improves lymphatic flow & elimination of toxins.

Circling: helps eliminate uric acid deposits and other toxins.

Kneading movements: improve circulation and lymphatic flow.  When you arrive, there is a brief consultation to discern which type of massage and body oil will most suit your needs. Different styles and Oils are used in combination, to suit the particular needs of the client, whether your visit is for a medical reason or to ease stress and promote relaxation.

Examples:

• For stress relief, a relaxing style and oil would be combined, while stimulating moves avoided.
• For dry skin, a nourishing blend of oils would be used in combination with brisk but light movements to improve the blood circulation which in turn nourishes the skin.

Herbal Oils

As a therapist I enjoy being able to combine both herbs and massage as complementing therapies. This blending of styles comes together perfectly in the use of herbal oils for massage. The herbal oils are infused in the sun using organic herbs from my garden and chosen for their medicinal benefits. These healing properties are beneficial in the treatment of conditions which are commonly seen by massage therapists. Aromatherapy oils chosen for their properties and aromas are also added to further enhance the action of the oil.  The body oil interacts with the body in two ways:

• ·Through Inhalation (primarily psychological effect)
• Through absorption into the bloodstream via the skin (primarily physiological effects).

These are a few of the blends i use:

Stress Relief

Calm the mind while uplifting the spirit!

Herbal Base Oil - Chamomile and Californian Poppy

Known for their calming effect and sweet aroma.

Aromatherapy Oil - Ylang Ylang

Uplifting and antidepressant action

Muscle Ease

Herbal Base Oil - Comfrey

Aids healing of tendons, bones and muscles.

Aromatherapy Oils: Black Pepper - for aching muscles, poor muscle tone and stiffness.

Rosemary - for muscular pain, arthritis and poor circulation

Nourish the Skin

Herbal Base Oil - Lavender and Chamomile Flower

Lavender - Soothing for both the skin and the mind.

Chamomile - Softens, soothes and tones the skin.

Aromatherapy Oil - Rose Geranium

Used for broken capillaries and mature skin.