Holistic Treatments

Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy massage uses essential oil blends of plants, chosen for their therapeutic values, which enter the body by absorption through the pours of the skin. The massage is very gentle, both calming and relaxing.

Aromatherapy is particularly good for the following:

Stress related problems,
Muscular and rheumatic pain,
Digestive disorders,
Menstural and menopausal complaints,
Anxiety, insomnia and depression
Also a nice gentle massage which can be used during pregnancy

Swedish/Sports Massage

A firm invigorating massage, ideal for back pain and muscle tension.

The word Massage is thought to have derived from the Arabic for “press softly” or the Greek for “knead”.

There are records that show for over 5,000 years China used a form of massage with therapeutic effects.

Swedish Massage uses three main hand actions:-

Effleurage – stroking.

Petrissage – kneading, wringing.

Tapotement – hacking, beating, pounding.

These manipulations stimulate the cardiovascular system bringing fresh blood and nutrients to tired muscles.

The lymphatic system is also invigorated,flushing away toxins.

The nervous system is energised,releasing endorphins thus generating an immediate sense of wellbeing.

A full body massage includes work on the neck, shoulders, arms, abdomen, legs and back.

The treatment is easily adapted to give additional attention to specific problem areas or to avoid overly sensitive areas.

Benefits may include:

Improved muscle tone

Improves circulation
Relieves tension
Calms the nervous system
Improves digestion & elimination
Reduces stress & anxiety

Hot Stone Therapy

What is Hot Stone Therapy?
Where Ancient Therapy meets the present.This unique therapy using stones that are formed from volcanic origin are extremely effective due to the stones thermal and energy conductive effects (this is why it is crucial only stones condusive to this therapy be used), using the stones can induce transformation on many levels. The application of hands in conjunction with these unique stones produces intensified contact with them and universal energies, directing this energy flow to areas of blockage, harmonizing, restoring and rejuvenating the body at its deepest level.

What makes Stone Massage so effective?

Hot Stone Therapy relaxes the body at its deepest level, it has profound effects on the mental, physical and spiritual levels of the body.

Working in harmony using various massage techniques with warm stones promoting a sense of balance and well-being. The conductive aspect of the warm stones produces direct results on the body, local and systemic.

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage has been practised for over a thousand years in India as part of a family ritual.

It is suitable for all ages. Although the techniques of Indian Head Massage involve only the upper part of the body (back, shoulders, neck, face and head) the effects can be widespread including both physiological and psychological benefits.

How can Indian Head Massage help me?

The benefits of Indian Head Massage may include the following:

Relieves muscular tension & fatigue

Reduces stress & anxiety

Helps improve concentration

Helps improve the condition of the skin and hair

Creates a feeling of balance & calm

Reflexology

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What is Reflexology?

The art of Reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China.

Reflexology is a complementary therapy, which works on the feet to help heal the whole person and not simply the prevailing symptoms. Our feet are maps of our entire bodies, they contain thousands of tiny nerve endings called reflexes which correspond to each and every function and structure of the body. Simply by applying pressure to these reflex points,a stimulation to the nerve system occurs, and amazing results can be obtained.Reflexology reduces stress and revitalises and balances the body creating an overall sense of well-being.

How can Reflexology help me?

This gentle therapy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own healthy balance.

Reflexology improves circulation and detoxifies the body. It also stimulates the production of endorphins, the body’s natural pain killers.

Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief to a wide range of acute and chronic conditions including:

Back Pain

Migraine

Arthritis

Sleep Disorders

Infertility

Digestive disorders

Stress related conditions

Sports injury

Reflexology can help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium.

Hopi Ear Candle

A light suction action (chimney effect) and the movement of the flame create a vibration of air in the Ear candle, generating a massage-like effect on the eardrum.

This induces a pleasant feeling of warmth and a balance of pressure in the ears, forehead and sinuses. It is soothing and helpful for the following conditions:

Earache

Headache

Sinus problems

Ear noise

Stress and nervousness.

Treatment may also cause

Freer nasal breathing

An improved sense of smell

Hearing may also be improved along with balance.

The treatment also includes pressure point facial drainage.

Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese word meaning universal life energy. Reiki treatments can offer you a wonderful way to truly relax but Reiki treatments can also provide so much more than that, helping to heal your body on all levels: physical, emotional and spiritual.

Reiki treatments are hands on and non intrusive, usually the Reiki treatment is given with the client laying down on a treatment couch. No massage is involved and the client remains fully clothed.

Reiki is a Japanese term actually consisting of two words with varying interpretations:

Rei- Universal energy outside all living things, the highest spiritual consciousness.

Ki- Life force energy, inside all living things, surrounds all living things.