Holistic Massage (women only)
What is Holistic Massage?
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There are lots of different types of massage, each with different origins and aims. Some have been developed for easing pain/tension, some aim to treat a specific condition, others help you purely relax.
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Holistic Massage not only has physical benefits but psychological ones too. So it's good for the Mind, Body and Spirit.
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As well as working physically on the body, I will be helping you relax which will help your body get out of the sympathetic ('fight or flight') nervous system and into your parasympathetic ('rest and digest') system. This will allow your body to reduce the stress hormones in your body and allow your mind and body to do some healing too.
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On a physical level it can have a positive effect on your whole body including your:
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muscles
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bones
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skin
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heart and circulatory system
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respiratory system
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digestive system
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lymphatic system
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mental health
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Contra-indications and cautions
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Conditions completely contra-indicated: acute infectious diseases; skin/scalp infections (including impetigo, boils, ringworm, scabies, lice); shingles; deep vein thrombosis; client undertaking chemotherapy or radiotherapy; recent haemorrhage; intoxication
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There are other contra-indications that may restrict treatment. Treatment may be able to proceed but be adapted or carried out avoiding certain body parts. These will be discussed during consultation
GP written consent may be required for treatment to proceed for some ailments/conditions. This is required for insurance purposes.
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What are my options?
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I offer a Full Body Massage which generally covers Back, Neck & Shoulders, legs, feet, arms, & décolleté. Or if you prefer I can cover just the Back, Neck & Shoulder area for the full treatment time.
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Each massage will be tailored to meet your needs - for example, if you don't like feet being touched I can spend extra time elsewhere, or if you have fatigued legs I can spend more time there etc
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You can decide how much pressure you want applied during the massage so that you can enjoy the experience and get the most out of it.
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As I work holistically, I will adapt each treatment as needed, providing extra healing if you need it, using Fascia/Connective Tissue release, Reiki, energy healing etc.
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*Please note that whilst I can offer a firm pressure massage, I am not trained in Deep Tissue or Sports Massage. I offer Holistic massage which aims to relax the mind, body and spirit and facilitate healing as required.
What happens during treatment?
After an initial consultation, I will advise what clothing needs to be removed and how you should lie on the massage table (towels/blankets will be on the bed to cover you). I will then give you privacy to allow you to undress and get onto the massage table.
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For clients with larger bust, surgery scarring, or even just for comfort I have a super comfy chest pillow I can use for you to lie on and relieve the pressure from your chest area.
Relaxing music will be played through the treatment (unless you request otherwise).
I will gently work through a series of movements, depending on the type of treatment you requested and your consultation.
What is the cost?
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£55 for 60 mins
£80 for 90 mins