Body Massage
I offer a variety of body massages designed to truly relax your body and mind. By carrying out a thorough consultation I can tailor the massage to meet your needs and advise on future treatment requirements. Massage is a wonderful, versatile treatment when applied professionally, with origins dating back thousands of years. The power of touch cannot be underestimated and is at the heart of many healing systems.
Swedish Body Massage
Body massage has both a physical and psychological effect on your body. It improves the circulation, bringing vital nutrients and oxygen to the skin and body systems and aids the removal of waste products. Massage soothes and relieves muscular aches and pains. In addition it can reduce mental stress and increase feelings of well-being. Each massage is tailored to your individual needs, using of range pre-blended aromatherapy oils.
Effects of massage on the body systems
Skin
- Increased circulation, bringing oxygen and nutrients to the tissues, improving appearance and condition.
- Sebaceous glands are stimulated, making skin soft and supple.
- Skin is left feeling softer as dead skin cells are rubbed off as the skin is massaged and the oil nourishes.
Lymphatic
- The lymphatic system does not have a pump, so it benefits from the massage action on the tissues, moving the lymph and therefore aiding in waste removal an
- Excessive fluid is directed towards lymph nodes for filtration.
Nervious
- By adapting the massage techniques used, the massage can either stimulate, invigorate or soothe nerve endings. Endorphin levels are raised, suppressing pain and reducing the negative effects of stress.
Muscular
- Stimulated circulation aids in the uptake of nutrients in the muscular tissue and removes waste, allowing muscles to function more effectively.
- By stretching and kneading, the muscle elasticity and mobility is improved, as well as relieving aches and pains.
Respiratory
- By increasing the circulation to the lung tissue, oxygen/carbon dioxide exchange is improved benefiting the entire body.
- Delivery of nutrients to the bronchioles is increased.
Digestive
- Direct massage to the abdominal area encourages the involuntary muscular movements of the digestive system, which stimulates digestive enzymes. This can be especially helpful for sufferers of IBS and constipation.
Skeletal
- Passive joint movement helps to improve and maintain joint mobility.
Endocrine (Hormone)
- The release of certain hormones help to maintain the body’s optimal internal conditions and increase feelings of well-being.