Therapeutic Massage

Otherwise known as Swedish or Holistic Massage, therapeutic massage is usually a full-body treatment which both stimulates and relaxes all body systems. The many benefits of therapeutic massage include:

Pain relief (muscular pain, joint pain, headaches, and some other types of pain)
Relaxation, reduced anxiety, and improved ability to manage stress
Improved concentration and vitality
Improvements in sleep problems
Relief of digestive problems (eg IBS)
Alleviation of hormone-related problems such as PMT and some types of depression
Improvements in some respiratory conditions such as Asthma
Boosting of immune system

The treatment takes place on a massage couch, where the client is undressed, but covered with towels. The usual treatment comprises massage of the back, legs, arms, abdomen, face, neck and shoulders. The effects of the treatment can be felt immediately in terms of relaxation and stress reduction, and will continue to enhance the client's wellbeing cumulatively with further treatments.

Therapeutic massage uses oils to reduce friction on the skin, and to assist with conditioning the skin and muscles. In my treatments, I use Tui Waxes, which are made from a beeswax base, and warm to a liquid consistency. The waxes have various advantages over the use of oils: they do not stain clothes, washing out easily if any residue is in contact with fabric; they feel less 'greasy' to the client; and they contain a range of small amounts of essential oils (there is also an unscented wax, for those who prefer), which allow for an aromatic dimension to the treatment.

Price: 1 hour - £38, 1/2 hour - £25