Holistic, Thereputic and Sports Massage
One of the oldest forms of
healing, the manipulation of soft tissue has many health
benefits.
A hands-on treatment, which improves and maintains the balance
of the body’s systems.
It can aid the release of tension and stress, improve
circulation and lymph flow, aid digestion, strengthen the body’s immune
system and help with the elimination of toxins and waste
products.
Massage reduces muscle tension and spasm, improves
range of motion/flexibility and helps relieve pain and enhance the healing
cycle after injury.
A growing body of
research documents prove the effectiveness of massage and as
such massage is increasingly being recommended by Doctors to
complement traditional medical treatments for illness, injury
and pain.
It
is also used for relaxation and stress reduction and to treat
the musculo-skeletal system.
Various massage techniques & pressures may be used
depending on your requirements and /or injury. The application
of these techniques may include, but is not limited to,
stroking, kneading, tapping, compression, vibration, rocking,
friction, and pressure to the muscular structure or soft
tissues of the human body.
This
may also include non-forceful passive or active movement
and/or application of techniques intended to affect the
energetic systems of the body.
The use of oils, lotions, and
powders may also be included to reduce friction on the skin.
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