Treatments available in our Body Repair Shop

SWEDISH MASSAGE

Swedish Massage is a theraputic technique that uses a variety of manual movements all involving degrees of pressure. In moving muscles and soft tissues, deposits of potential toxins are broken down and cleared as the circulation of blood and lymph is stimulated. Massage also has an effect on the nervous system which ususlly brings a feeling of well-being.

SPORTS MASSAGE

Massage can minimise the risk of injury. Massage prepares muscles for work. Massage minimises stiffness and soreness. In the event of injury - Massage can help the muscles recover quicker.

PRE-EVENT or POST-EVENT

Massage warms and relaxes, or tones and stimulates depending on the technique used.

AROMATHERAPY

Aromatherapy is the use of Essential Oils for the treatment of various ailments, or for relaxation. Aromatherapy is a truly holistic therapy aiming to treat the whole person, and not just "the ailment". Essential Oils can help with healing, relaxation and be used in a base oil in Massage. Oils can also be used in creams and lotions.

REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology is a therapy based on the belief that the body's natural healing mechanisms can be enhanced by the application of pressure to certain areas of the feet or hands. These reflex points correspond to all parts of the body.

INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE

An extremely effective treatment which has evolved from traditional techniques practiced in India as part of family ritual. The treatment is non-invasive and is used over the upper back, shoulders, upper-arms and face as well as the head. Indian Head Massage works well as part of a stress management programme. The original techniques have been developed to suit western ideals and include massage to areas that are most vulnerable to stress and tension.

HOT STONE MASSAGE

Hot stone therapy probably dates back 5,000 years to India and most certainly even the Mayan culture. The hot stones relax the muscles and 'draw out' muscle pain and discomfort. The stones seem to connect the flow or paths of energy together in order to rebalance the physical body, emotional mind and the spirit as one. Stone Massage involves the application of water heated basalt stones of varying sizes giving a deep massage creating sensations of comfort and warmth.