Over the centuries massage has been used to instinctively heal and comfort, a mother strokes her baby to calm them, we rub an ache to soothe it, a cat licks itself after a fight to restore calm.
There are many different types of massage, some deep muscular, some using oils that heal and relax, others using gentle manipulation to restore posture and strength to the body. Everybody has their preferred method, and mine is Holistic massage.
Holistic massage understands that mind body spirit and emotions each has an effect on the other, these parts of the person and the symptoms associated with 'disease' of the body cannot be divided up into separate treatable parts but must be understood and treated as a whole. It is a flexible massage based on the individuals needs. I feel that the pressures of 21st century living can lead to imbalance of a physical, emotional or spiritual which leads to stress, tension, low energy and ultimately ill health. By working with the individual, I can create not only a massage but a home care regime that will help their personal needs. My aim is to re-balance and promote a relaxed happy self with enriched spirit, energy and health.
The actual massage is based on the Swedish technique, which you will probably have experienced before, this includes gentle kneeding, stroking muscle manipulation and stretching. I also include different techniques I have learnt over the years including Asian pressure point techniques and energy work. I will personalise the massage to suit your particular need, a fusion of soothing, relaxing invigorating or detoxifying as is needed to heal, comfort and relax at the time.
This personalised treatment can be taken over 30 minutes, 1 hour, 1.5 hours or 2 hours. It can be full body, or limited to areas you are comfortable with, perhaps you want to concentrate on one particular area such as the back, feet, face or hands, the treatment will be discussed before hand and worked out to have the optimum effect.
A massage can be a one off treat for yourself or a loved one, or can be part of a regular health regime, please feel free to call me and discuss.