“Massage is as old as history and can be found in every culture in the world in one form or another. Touch is an essential element of well being and one of the most instinctive human impulses”.
The aim of holistic massage is to re balance the ‘whole’ body so that it achieves homeostasis or balance. Holistic means to treat as a ‘whole’ rather than as separate parts. It incorporates hands on healing using Swedish massage techniques that is restful, relaxing and therapeutic. The technique involves a combination of various movements that manipulate muscles through the application of pressure. Holistic massage can stimulate, relax or rehabilitate the body. Among its many benefits this treatment will reduce stress, encourage sleep, give a lift to the emotions and promote general well being.
A study conducted by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, and published in The New York Times, found that volunteers who received a 45-minute Swedish massage experienced significant decreases in levels of the stress hormone cortisol, as well as arginine vasopressin-a hormone that can lead to increases in cortisol. Volunteers also had increases in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the immune system, and a boost in the immune cells that may help fight colds and the flu.
Studies continue to prove the physical and emotional benefits of even a single holistic massage therapy session.
An hour’s holistic massage can ease tired muscles relieving aches and pains, improve circulation, disperse toxins and calm the mind thus improving overall health. A great stress buster!!! You leave feeling revived, refreshed and invigorated.
Benefits of Massage
- Relieves stress
- Encourages relaxation
- Improves circulation
- Relax muscles
- Improves Posture
- Improves flexibility and range of movement
- Lower blood pressure
- Relieves headaches
- Promotes deeper and easier breathing
- Improves rehabilitation after injury
- Enhances post-operative rehabilitation
- Strengthens the immune system
Regular massage is one of the most valuable and life enhancing gifts you can give yourself.
On offer are the following;
- Full Body Swedish Massage
- Head, Back and Shoulder Massage
- Indian Head massage
I can also tailor a massage specific to your needs.
Treatments can last anywhere from 30 mins to 2 hours.