Massage is a wide ranging treatment that can ease many symptoms. In its simplest form it is a great relaxant and an excellent complementary treatment. It can be used to combat pain, assist healing, assist circulation and relieve psychological stress. Particularly it's useful in the treatment of:. There are several types of massage from a gentle and relaxing shiatsu massage to a thorough deep sports massage. Massage itself is a great tool for recovery and helping in muscle condition.
Massage also improves the flow of blood and lymph fluid, helps to eliminate waste products from the body, relaxes the muscles and can help regulate hormone production and stimulate the immune system. Shiatsu is a deep massage therapy where the client remains fully clothed. It's Japanese, based on principles similar to acupuncture.
Shiatsu uses pressure, stretching and passive movement. Gentle, through to very deep pressure is applied, the body and limbs are stretched, and movement is used to mobilise joints and promote relaxation. Over time the body and mind learn to slow down and clients learn how to reach new levels of deep relaxation.
Shiatsu Practitioner: Maria Thiam. Swedish massage a very relaxing massage, designed to increase circulation and blood flow. It uses long, flowing strokes, often in the direction of the heart. It uses oil to help soothe and ease the massage, and often goes hand in hand with an aromatherapy treatment.
The two combined treatments work excellently together to relax and stimulate healing. Swedish Massage Practitioners: Tina Bell. Aromatherapy is an immensely relaxing complementary treatment. It uses organic oils and scents to help with many conditions, from insomnia to stress. Aromatherapy usually involves several ways of treating a patient, from inhalation to massage and ingestion.
