Hollytree Therapy Centre Darlington
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WHAT IS REMEDIAL MASSAGE?

Massage is a natural therapy that has probably been in use since the origins of mankind. It involves the use of the therapist’s hands to treat Musculo-skeletal problems.
The therapist will also assess the underlying causes of these problems & may prescribe gentle movements to help rehabilitation.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT MY FIRST APPOINTMENT?

The therapist will need to discuss your difficulty with you to find out what is causing & maintaining it. You may also be asked to perform some gentle movements to help assess the extent of the injury or problem.

Massage will be used to relax the area & to allow the therapist to assess areas of tightness etc.

During both massage & assessment your modesty will be protected. Only the area of your body that is being worked on will be uncovered. You will be covered by towels to keep you warm & secure.

Appropriate techniques specific to the problem will be used to help correct or reduce it & further massage & / or ultrasound may be given. Where appropriate Lymphatic drainage techniques will be used.
At no time should you feel any discomfort. Massage is a pleasant & relaxing experience that benefits both body & mind.

At the end of the treatment you will be advised how to help healing to continue & may be given gentle exercise to speed your recovery. You will also be given some idea about the number of treatments necessary to deal with your specific problem.

Depending on the condition being treated it is usual to have one or two treatments close together & then to space them out until you no longer need them.

WHAT TYPES OF CONDITION RESPOND WELL TO REMEDIAL MASSAGE?

bulletInjuries such as strains & sprains.
bulletChronic (long standing) injury problems
bulletSports injuries
bulletPre-event preparation & post event recovery
bulletBack & hip problems
bulletShoulder & neck pain
bulletStiff joints
bulletOveruse of muscles
bulletLoss of muscular tone
bulletPostural imbalance
bulletSciatica
bulletNeuralgia
bulletArthritis – control & management.

WHAT IS LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE?

A gentle technique that helps to increase the body’s absorption of excess fluid decreases inflammation & boosts immunity.
Lymphatic drainage is appropriate for the relief of-

bulletSome types of Migraine
bulletSinusitis
bulletHay fever.
bulletRheumatic disease
bulletInjury related swelling
bulletCellulite.
bulletPremenstrual problems
bulletChronic eczema
bulletSwollen, fatigued legs


 

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