WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK AN APPOINTMENT.
Massage, Aromatherapy & Reflexology are all gentle & effective treatments
that help to bring balance to both the body & the mind.
They are also very potent treatments & because of this there are some medical
conditions that need to be handled with care & with the specific agreement of
the medical practitioner. If you suffer from Asthma or Angina please bring your
medication. Before you come for your treatment it is best not to eat anything
more than a light snack up to three hours beforehand. Alcohol should be avoided
before a treatment
When you make an appointment any special health needs that you have may be
discussed. Alternatively you can book a free short appointment with me to
discuss your treatment. All information is treated as confidential. If you need
to cancel an appointment at least 24 hours notice is required.
If possible arrange for someone to drive you home so that you can maintain the
relaxation after your treatment.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT MY FIRST APPOINTMENT?
So that your treatment is right for you as an individual you will be asked a
range of questions about your general health & lifestyle.
Complementary therapies work well because they treat the whole person – not just
their symptoms.
During massage only the area of your body that is being worked on will be
uncovered. You will be kept warm & covered by towels. You dress & undress in
complete privacy & underclothes are kept on. No pain should be experienced
during treatment & you will be asked to tell the therapist immediately if you
feel any discomfort. The whole experience should be pleasant & relaxing.
Your treatment will be carried out on an adjustable couch, which can be raised &
lowered electrically as necessary. Should it not be possible for you to get onto
the couch because of limited mobility or pregnancy massage can be carried out in
a comfortable seated position
When the treatment is completed you are advised to rest for five minutes. It is
also important to drink some water because this helps to flush away toxins
released from the body’s tissues.
THERAPIES AVAILABLE
Swedish Massage - this involves a rhythmical manipulation of soft
tissue & is helpful in easing pain & stiffness & improving circulation.
Holistic Massage – A deeply relaxing treatment useful for balancing body
& mind
Aromatherapy – Massage with essential oils – highly concentrated plant
extracts. They stimulate the body’s own healing potential.
Reflexology - a deeply relaxing therapy that uses the feet to treat the
whole body. It involves pressure & massage to the reflex points found on the
feet
Indian Head Massage – Massage done with the
client fully clothed. The upper back, shoulders, neck, face & scalp are treated.
Useful for neck tension, headaches etc.
