Massage
Massage uses a variety of strokes to warm, relax and stretch the muscles. The benefits of relaxed muscles are obvious in terms of function and range of motion. Having a relaxed body however, also affects the body's deeper functions of removal of toxins, improved cardio vascular and respiratory systems and clearer and more positive thought processes.
Holistic Massage
Holistic massage is derived from Swedish Massage. It is a gentle and respectful form of treatment that treats emotional, psychological and physical stresses. This utilises sweeping, warming strokes as well as more pressured strokes to alternatively soothe and wring tension from the body. It can leave the recipient feeling calm and resourceful.
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a firmer form of treatment that utilises manipulations such as assisted stretches to treat muscles that have a restricted range of movement. Although the process can be less 'soothing' than Holistic massage the increase in function and resilience is reported by most to be more than worth it!
Deep Tissue Massage
Injuries (or bad habits) that have been untreated for a long time end up inhibiting the core muscles of the body that govern posture. If you have had a condition that has previously not responded to more 'surface' massage techniques or returned quicker than expected it may be that Deep Tissue Massage can provide more long-term relief.
Integrative Fascial Release (IFR)
Connective tissue (also called fasica) runs throughout the body and wraps our organs and muscles. It is the tissue that allows muscles and skin to glide smoothly accross each other and is therefore incredibly important for full range of movevment in the body.
Although IFR uses a very gentle touch, it provides surprisingly profound changes as the body finds a new centre of gravity. The treatment is very relaxing due to the connection bewteen fascia and the parasympathetic nerve system (responsible for repairing cells when we're asleep or unconscious).
