Massage

Swedish Body Massage

Swedish Body Massage is a traditional full body massage. It is very effective for loosening up tight muscles and removing knots. It boosts circulation, removes tension and aids relaxation. The techniques used are wringing, effleurage, petrissage and tapotement which invigorates  while releasing tension.

60 min – £ 55

Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to promote balance and wellbeing to the body, mind and spirit. Essential oils are natural healers with medicinal properties associated with plants. These oils enter the bloodstream through inhalation which has a direct effect on the body and mind. A brief consultation is taken before your massage to help us decide which essential oils would offer you the best outcome for your needs, whether that looks like pain relief, reduced stress or deep relaxation. This massage is a powerful treat for all the senses and works on a holistic level.

60 min – £ 60

Reiki Massage

This healing massage is infused with Reiki energy and uses massage techniques that are slow, nurturing and supportive. It works on boosting circulation, releasing tight muscles, and aiding lymph drainage while Reiki is channelled to specific areas where it is needed the most. Reiki works holistically to treat the body, mind, and spirit on all levels (physically, emotionally, physiologically, and spiritually). This helps bring you back to balance while calming the body and mind.

60 min – £ 55

Indian Head Massage

This massage stems from India where it was used by families as a bonding technique who massaged each other for health and wellbing at the end of the day.  It is wonderful for boosting the growth and condition of the hair, scalp and skin by boosting circulation and lymphatic drainage. It also releases knots in the shoulders and neck and releases tension from the scalp and head.  My Indian Head Massage includes the upper back, shoulders, neck, head and face and is a deeply relaxing and healing treatment.

45 min – £ 45 / 60 min – £ 55

Gua-Sha /Gua Sha Body Massage

This body massage performed on the whole body. Mild pressure is applied and increased gradually where needed to address stagnant energy while increasing circulation, reducing toxins and increasing immune boosting properties. This technique is an ancient Chinese application where the skin is scraped with Gua Sha Massage Tools which causes petechiae (blood spots) which look like purple or red sand on the skin, but be reassured it is not painful. It can treat injuries, muscle spasms, inflammation in the body, chronic tension and localised pain. But also eases Carpal tunnel syndrome, Tennis/golfers elbow, back pain, neck pain, shoulder joint pain, knee pain and headaches. You are welcome to add a 30 min Gua sha Massage to another treatment as a fusion.

60 min – £ 6o

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Developed in the 1930s, lymphatic drainage is a delicate form of massage that stimulates the body’s lymphatic system. It improves the metabolism, helping the body to eliminate waste and toxins while providing a boost to the immune system. Lymphatic drainage massage is useful for those who seem to suffer regularly with common colds, who lead sedentary lifestyles or those who want to reduce puffiness or swelling.

Other benefits include:

• Frequent cold and flu infections
• Joint pain
• Headache and migraine
• Menstrual cramps
• Symptoms of Menopause
• Arthritis
• Fatigue
• Fibromyalgia
• Pre and post-surgery support including cosmetic surgery
• reducing inflammation, swollen ankles and legs
• helps in healing sprains, strains and sore muscles
• eliminating fascia muscle pain
• relief from allergy congestion
• reducing swollen lymph nodes
• increasing nutrients to the cells
• supporting the health of the entire body

If you are suffering with Lymphoedema, my qualification does not cover this condition so please contact Vodderschool for practitioners near you.

This treatment works seamlessly with other treatments so please let me know if you would like to include this to your treatment.

60 min – £ 55

If you have an area that needs draining such as a sprained ankle, blocked sinuses or a painful wrist, I offer a 10-minute treatment to drain this. This must be added to another treatment.

10 min – £ 10

Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage is not only beneficial to the mum to be but also the baby.
Research indicates that the use of pregnancy massage just over 5 weeks leads to a shorter and easier labour with fewer complications for the new-born such as a low birth weight or premature birth.

Benefits include:

• Improved circulation and distribution of essential nutrients to the vital organs of the body and placenta
• The easing of muscular discomfort
• Lymphatic drainage
• Reduces oedema.
• Helps prevent varicose veins
• Keeps blood pressure balanced
• Reduces joint pain and sciatica
• Boosts ‘feel good’ hormones giving feelings of wellbeing
• Inducing deep relaxation
• Peaceful sleep

You will lie on your side and be supported with pillows to ensure your utmost comfort. Hand blended oils are used to nourish your skin and help reduce stretch marks. This treatment is luxurious and comforting to both the mum to be and baby but if you are unsure, please get approval from your midwife or health care professional.

60 min – £ 60

Postnatal Massage (Postpartum)

Postnatal massage addresses the physical discomforts as well as the emotional state of the new mum. If you have had a normal birth with no complications, you may book in immediately after birth to help you recover. This massage is catered to your needs, and I include a womb massage to help muscles knit back together and also perform C-section scar tissue massage to aid healing. For C sections it is not advised to have a massage until 6 weeks after your birth and is best to get approval from a health care professional. I blend nourishing oils which include rosehip and avocado oils which makes this a truly special treatment.

Benefits include:

• A quicker recovery
• Boosting lymphatic and circulation systems
• Promoting healing
• Easing of lower back, neck and shoulder pain
• Supporting the scar healing process
• Increasing oxytocin and lifting the mood
• Supporting healthy lactation
• Restoring the uterus to its original state
• Providing emotional support at a time when the new mum needs it most.

60 min – £ 60

Massage supporting Menopause

Every woman will experience peri menopause/menopause uniquely and have varying symptoms that affect their everyday wellbeing. The massage techniques include rebozo wrapping, rocking and slow nurturing massage strokes to help your body and mind quieten. This massage is unique to the individual and is tailored to suit your symptoms and to meet your needs in this new chapter of your life.

Benefits include:

• Deep relaxation
• Reduced hot flushes
• Reduced anxiety
• Reduced joint pain,
• Sleep quality improvement
• Reconnecting to your femininity
• Having some time to yourself where you are taken care of and heard.

60 min – £ 60