Remedial & Sports 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 and will offer advice and guidance to stop the problem reoccurring.
Remedial massage involves a variety of Massage techniques including mobilisation, (movements to free up joints or stretch tight muscles), exercise, lymphatic drainage, and gentle, deeply relaxing techniques to relieve stress. This type of massage has been used for centuries to facilitate the body’s ability to heal itself.

What will happen at my first appointment?

The therapist will need to take a full consultation to discuss your difficulty with you to find out what is causing and 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 and to allow the therapist to assess areas of tightness etc.
During both massage and assessment you 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 and secure.
Appropriate techniques specific to the problem will be used to help correct or reduce it and further massage and / 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 and relaxing experience that benefits both body and mind.
Clients who are in training for their specific sport will be guided as to what type of massage is appropriate pre-event and post event.
At the end of the treatment you will be advised how to help healing to continue and 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 and then to space them out until you no longer need them.

What types of condition respond well to remedial and sports massage?

What is Lymphatic drainage?

A gentle technique that helps to increase the body’s absorption of excess fluid from the tissues.  It decreases swelling, inflammation & boosts immunity.  It is appropriate for the relief of:

Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oils, the pure extracts of plants that come from many parts of the world. Known throughout history for their healing and balancing properties, the oils are massaged into the skin, they are then circulated by the blood stream throughout the body. They influence body, mind and emotions. Through a full holistic consultation, the correct combination of oils for your personal needs will be selected.
Oils may be dispensed to continue your treatment at home. An additional charge will be made for these.

Reflexology

A holistic relaxing acupressure technique that is a deeply relaxing therapy that uses the feet to treat the whole body. It involves pressure and massage to the reflex points found on the feet. It is an ideal antidote to the stresses of modern living. You will be encouraged to work on specific pressure points at home to continue the benefits of your treatment.

The aim of this treatment is to bring about deep relaxation. It can be used to treat minor problems such as aching shoulders or backs, tired legs etc. A full body treatment lasts a minimum of 1 1/2 hours (On the couch), however if you choose you may have a shorter treatment to work on specific problem areas.

Indian head Massage

This relaxing treatment can be carried out with the client fully clothed. It is carried out with the client sitting in a chair while the upper back, shoulders, arms, neck, face and scalp are massaged. It is especially useful to neck tension, headaches etc.

Hot and cold stone massage

A deeply soothing and relaxing full body treatment using heated basalt stones that absorb and retain heat. The heat helps tight muscles to release. Cold stones can be used to help inflammation, muscle injury or sinus problems.

Body & sole

A combination treatment of reflexology and hot stone massage which balances the body and takes relaxation to unprecedented levels.
 

Based on many years experience of helping people to take charge of their stress related problems both individually and in group settings, a variety of practical self help and relaxation methods are used These may include visualization, breathing techniques and gentle exercise as appropriate to encourage change and enhance quality of life.

Relaxation Skills

Easily learned methods which help to control stress are taught on an individual basis.

Fees

Current fees for treatments are available on application to jennifer.grogan@uwclub.net 

Yoga

Uses the relationship between body, breath and mind to positively balance psychological and physical state. See the yoga page for a full description.

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