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Reflexology

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:42:01 +0000

Reflexology is a natural holistic therapy based on the discovery that there are points on the hands and feet that correspond to the organs, systems and structures within the entire body. This corresponding relationship is called a “ Reflex”. Using a therapeutic touch the practitioner stimulates these points on the hands or feet. The holistic approach of reflexology focuses on treating the body as a whole as opposed to treating individual symptoms.

How does it work?

By using specific pressure massage techniques applied to nerve endings on the hands or feet, encourage the relaxation response. When the body is relaxed change may take place that is right for that person at that time, whether it be physical, mental or emotional.

The Benefits of Reflexology

Encourages the relaxation response
Provide some relief to those with medical conditions
Improve circulation and efficient distribution of nutrients
Relaxation and distressing
Feeling of deep relaxation
Increased energy levels
A stronger immune system
Increased removal of toxins and impurities from the body
The release of endorphins which can also provide pain relief
Reduces stress
A feeling that the whole body is balanced and in harmony
A feeling of well being

What to expect from a treatment

The practitioner will work the hands or feet checking pressure and sensitivity as the treatment progresses. A full treatment will take approximately one hour followed by relaxation

What will I feel?

Responses to treatments are unique to the individual, but typically can include relaxation, rebalance and a feeling of well being

Treatment Time 60 minutes £35

Aromatherapy

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:39:30 +0000

Aromatherapy is a holistic treatment with the controlled use of aromatic essential oils. This aims to produce a physical, spiritual, emotional and mental sense of well being. The oils are aromatic substances that have been extracted from various plant materials such as flowers. Leaves, seeds, bark and roots.

How does it work?

Each pure essential oil has distinct therapeutic properties which can be blended for inhalation or when mixed together with high quality vegetable carrier oil, can be used for massage. These properties can improve the body’s natural function and so helps to prevent disease, enhancing the health of the mind and body.

Benefits of Aromatherapy

Calming and uplifting effect on the emotions

Strengthens and supports the immune system

Boosts blood circulation

Improves the lymphatic system aiding toxin removal

What happens during a treatment?

After a confidential consultation, a blend of essential oils to suit your preferences for your personal health and emotional state will be used for your treatment. A blend of aromas for inhalation and a complete full body massage including facial. The massage incorporates deep/ slow movements to ensure that the essential oils are absorbed into the skin fully, encouraging better circulation of the blood and accelerating the flow of lymph improving the delivery of oxygen and nutrients.

What will I feel?

A complete relaxation of the body and mind

A feeling of general well being

Uplifted and energised

Treatment Time 75 minutes Full body £45 Back only £20

Hot Stones Massage

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:30:52 +0000

Hot stones therapy uses Basalt volcanic stones which when used in harmony with a massage help to balance, restore and bring you to perfect harmony with you life. You will feel uplifted and grounded.

How does it work?

The Basalt stones, which are grey in colour are the most recommended type of volcanic stone to use in Hot Stones Therapy because they are of the non-porous and smooth texture, therefore they have the ability to retain their heat for up to 45 minutes. Their high ferruginous components will improve the blood flow and relax the muscles.

Benefits of a Hot Stone Massage

Increases circulation, facilitating maximum blood for optimum body functioning
Increases cell metabolism, therefore increasing the rate at which the body processes nutrients and toxins
Deep relaxation of the muscles, helping to alleviate stress and tension
Increase lymphatic flow increasing detoxification, cleansing and elimination
Vaso-dilation of blood vessels causing an increase in blood flow around the body, providing the important fuel to keep the body functioning at total efficiency
A deeper and longer feeling of relaxation

What happens during a treatment?

You will be lying on the massage couch.The pratitioner will position hot stones on specific areas of the body. The practitioner will then perform a full body massage with the hot stones. Appling oil and introducing the heat from the stones gradually.

What will I feel?

Heat from the stones and a feeling of deep relaxation.

Treatment Time 75 minutes £45

Swedish Massage

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:21:45 +0000

Swedish massage is the manipulation of muscles by way of different techniques being used by the practitioner. Massage dates thousands of years ago and is known to benefit the aching body through a hands on approach

How does it work?

Due to the tension carried in the muscles from exersion or exercise lactic acid forms creating tired and sore muscles. They cannot ease without the aid of new oxygenated blood flushing them out via the lymphatic system. Tendons and muscle fibres within the body need to be streched to release pain and toxins. swedish massage warms the areas of the body with slow stroking movements before going in deeper to break down the knots and tight stressed areas.

Benefits of swedish massage

Increases blood circulation bringing more oxygen and nutrients into the muscles
Increases lymphactic drainage removing toxins form the body
Increased sebum production helping to improve the skins suppleness and resistance to infections
Warms muscles and helps release lactic acids
Aids mobility as muscles are stretched
Reduces stress and anxiety

What happens during a treament?

You are covered with towels during the treatment and the only area of the body exposed is the area worked on by the practitoner. You will be laying on the massage couch and oils are applied. Slow massage techniques are applied first to warm the muscles before deeper hacking and kneading movements take place

What will I feel?

A complete relaxation and feeling of being re-energised

Treatment Time 60 minutes £35

Thai Foot Massage

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:49:39 +0000

Thai Foot Massage is a treatment of the hands, legs and feet that involves physically stretching and massaging to open Sen ( energy) There are10 major energy lines that run throughout the body from the top of the head down to the soles of the feet, where they end as pressure points. It is these that provide a map of the whole body and the organs. By stimulating these we are able to encourage the mind and body to restore its own natural healthy balance therefore keeping the whole body harmonised.

How does it work?

By stretching and manipulating the reflex points on the hands and feet, your energy lines are stimulated to rebalance your energy.

Benefits of Thai Foot Massage

Boosts the circulation in the extremities hands
Promotes drainage of the lymphatic system
Aids the removal of toxins
Increases the oxygen supply to the hands, feet and legs
Promotes mobility by reducing stiffness and improving flexibility
Aids the immune system, thus helping to prevent disease by strengthening and detoxifying
Speeds up physical healing
Helps combat stress

What happens during a treatment?

You will be lying on the massage couch and the practitioner will start will some gentle stretches of the legs. A foot reflex massage will then take place moving onto the arms and hands.

What will I feel?

Gentle stretching in the legs and. After the treatment you will feel relaxed and rebalanced with a sense of calm.

Treatment Time 50 minutes £30

Hopi Ear Candling

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:49:09 +0000

Hopi Ear candles have been used by many cultures as an effective natural therapy since ancient times. Ear candles have a purely physical function and create a light suction action and the movement of the flame creates a vibration of air in the ear candle, generating a massage like effect on the eardrum

How does it work?

The treatment is carried out whilst you are lying on a massage couch. The candle is then placed in the outer ear and ignited. The warm air softens any debris and excess ear wax, which may be released from the ear naturally over a few days following the treatment. The gentle heat stimulates the peripheral blood circulation, lymphatic and immune system

The benefits of Hopi Ear Candles

Some of the benefits and conditions that can be helped are

Excess ear wax
Headaches
Migraines
Sinus problems
Rhinitis ( Hay fever)
Tinnitus
Vertigo
Cold and Flu
Swimmers ear
Pressure relief after flying or diving

What to expect from a treatment

Following the candling a neck and facial massage is carried out. This enhances the actions of the candles. At the end of the treatment the candles are opened and the residue examined. Depending on the outcome further treatments may be required

What will I feel?

A light suction action to the ear drum which generates a soft, soothing and relaxing feeling

Treatment Time 50 minutes £30

Reiki

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:11:11 +0000

Reiki is a gentle, safe and non intrusive healing technique that is effective for both physical conditions and for helping you to find your emotional balance. Its works primarily on the spiritual level moving through to the mental, emotional and physical body.
Reiki is a form of energy healing work. It is a technique where a Reiki practitioner uses variations of “laying of hands” on, or just above, the physical body and acts as a “channel” of a higher source of healing energy. This energy source vibrates at a very high frequency that is channeled through the practitioner and then is focused with a strong intention mentally directing to and flowing through the client.
Reiki naturally unblocks and balances the flow of our unseen subtle energy (referred to as our life force energy) through unseen ports called “chakras” and meridians. Regular Reiki sessions can help to reduce stress and anxiety promoting relaxation, thereby facilitating the body’s natural healing process.
Reiki is effective for both chronic and acute conditions and is suitable for all ages and even pets. It can be also used safely along side prescribed medication.

How does it work?

The method of receiving Reiki is very simple. The Reiki practitioner acts as a channel through which the natural energy flows to the areas of the body that needs it at that moment in time

Benefits of a treatment

These are just some of the benefits that may be obtained through receiving a treatment

Acceleration of the natural healing process
Helps combat long term pain
Rebalances the immune system
Deep relaxation and revitalisation
Relieves stress and anxiety
Boosts energy levels

What happens during a treatment?

You will be fully clothed whilst lying on the massage couch. The Reiki practitioner then places their hands in a sequence of positions on or above the whole body

What will I feel?

You may experience a sensation of heat or tingling as the energy flows from the practitioners hands. After the treatment you may feel relaxed, calm, energised, emotional, grounded and thinking more clearly. This is all part of the natural healing process

Treatment Time Allow 2 hours £40

Indian Head Massage

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:59:40 +0000

Indian head massage is based on Ayurveda techniques involving working on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face using massage oils. It has been practised in India for over a thousand years

How does it work?

The aim of Indian head massage is to release the stress that has accumulated in the tissues, muscles and joints of the head, face, neck and shoulders.

The Benefits of Indian Head Massage

It is particularly good for

Relieving stress, tension, fatigue and insomnia
Headaches, migraine and sinusitis
Improves blood circulation and lymphatic flow
Frees knots of muscular tension and relaxes connective tissues
Aids in the elimination of accumulated toxins and waste products

What to expect from a treatment

You can be either fully or partially clothed as you sit in a massage chair or lay on the massage couch. The practitioner uses a range of different movements including application of deep kneading and compression movements over the neck, shoulder, upper back and scalp areas. In addition the practitioner will also gently stimulate and stroke pressure points on the face

What will I feel?

It is a deeply calming and relaxing experience leaving you feeling energised and revitalised and able to concentrate and focus better

Treatment Time 50 minutes £30