Massage Therapy

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Swedish Massage is one of the most popular and accessible forms of therapeutic massage, known for it's flowing, rhythmic strokes that promote deep relaxation while gently easing muscular tension. It's an ideal choice whether you're new to massage, feeling stressed or simply looking to unwind and rebalance.

Using a combination of of long, gliding strokes, kneading, and gentle stretching, Swedish massage can may help to increase circulation, boost lymphatic flow and release tight, tired or sore muscles. 

The pressure can be tailored to your comfort level, from light and calming to firmer, more revitalising work, making it suitable for a wide range of needs.

The treatment is especially effective for helping to  reduce stress, relieving general aches and pains, and supporting overall emotional and physical wellbeing. It may also help to soothe the nervous system, creating a sense of calm and clarity that lasts well beyond the session. 

Whether you're managing everyday tension, recovering from physical exertion. or simply giving yourself moment of much deserved care, Swedish Massage is a timeless therapy that nurtures both body and mind.

Pregnancy massage is a wonderful, soothing, and restorative treatment specifically designed to support you throughout and beyond your pregnancy journey. Thorough consultation ensures a treatment that is tailor made for you at each step of your pregnancy. Treatment combines various techniques like Swedish, acupressure, deep tissue, Indian head, Shiatsu and lymphtic drainage. Benefits of pregnancy massage may include: 

• Improved body awareness and support to navigate the myriad of changes throughout pregnancy. 
• Reduced stress and increased relaxation for both Mother and baby throughout the pregnancy journey and during the birthing experience. Happy hormones are passed from Mum to baby! Research has shown that regular massage throughout pregnancy can reduce birthing times. 
• Improved sleep patterns and sleep quality, vital for both Mother and baby.
• Reduce pregnancy headaches.
• Improved blood and lymph circulation, thereby delivering essential nutrients, hormones and fluid to vital organs and the placenta, supporting the baby's physiological development.
• Improved blood and lymph circulation helping to reduce oedema, blood pressure and the risk of varicose veins.
• Improved immunity by flushing out toxins thereby ensuring a better level of overall health for you and your baby.
• Reduced constipation & heartburn.
• Reduced musculoskeletal strain and pain.
• Foster and support sacred nurturing time between Mother and baby.
• Reduced childbirth complications, medications, and interventions.

Pregnancy massage is carried out in a side lying or reclined position using a special, cushioned support system to ensure maximum comfort throughout the treatment. There is no better gift you can give to yourself or your baby during your pregnancy journey.  

   Embark on a transcendent journey with Indian Head Massage, also referred to as champissage, a remarkable therapy that lavishes attention upon the acupressure points scattered throughout the head, neck, and shoulders. Employing gentle yet invigorating circular massage strokes, this treatment goes beyond the realms of mere relaxation, seeking to elevate the condition of both hair and scalp.

Rooted in the ancient Indian healing system known as Ayurveda, which translates as the 'science of life,' Indian Head Massage embodies the profound understanding that the mind and body share an intricate connection, constantly influencing one another. Indian Head massage may help relieve stress and anxiety by calming the nervous system, ease muscle tension of the neck, shoulders and scalp, improve circulation and promote healthier hair and scalp condition, enhance mental clarity and encourage sleep and an overall sense of wellbeing. 

Immerse yourself in the harmonizing embrace of Indian Head Massage as it weaves together the threads of ancient wisdom, revitalizing your being from within. Experience the transformative effects that ripple through your entire being, inviting you to embrace a state of profound balance, serenity, and holistic well-being.

   Indulge in the exquisite ritual of a hot stone massage, where the seamless fusion of Swedish massage techniques and the soothing touch of smooth, flat, heated basalt stones becomes a gateway to profound relaxation. Carefully positioned upon specific areas of your body, these volcanic rocks, known for their exceptional heat-retaining properties, work their magic.

As the warmth penetrates your being, muscle tension begins to melt away, pain dissipates, and a gentle surge of revitalizing blood flow permeates the targeted regions. The artful combination of hot stones and skilled Swedish massage techniques creates a symphony of therapeutic bliss, inviting you to embrace a heightened sense of well-being and tranquillity.

Allow yourself to be transported to a realm of pure serenity as the gentle heat of the stones and the expert touch of the massage therapist intertwine, harmonizing your body, soothing your spirit, and restoring balance to your entire being.

  At the heart of reflexology lies a captivating theory, which postulates that distinct zones on the feet (or hands, face, or ears) intricately interconnect with various organs and systems of the body. By delicately exerting pressure on these reflex points, a profound cascade of relaxation, healing, and equilibrium is believed to unfurl throughout the corresponding areas of the body. Furthermore, numerous studies have unveiled the many potential benefits of reflexology, including pain reduction, alleviation of stress and anxiety, profound relaxation, and the enhancement of sleep patterns. Experience the transformative power of reflexology as it harmonizes your body, restores your well-being, and unveils a newfound sense of balance.

Myofascial Release Therapy offers a powerful path to healing and resilience, It is a gentle yet effective hands-on treatment that targets the fascia - the body's connective tissue network that surrounds and supports muscles, bones, and organs. When fascia becomes tight or restricted due to injury, stress, poor posture or trauma, it can cause pain, limited movement and a sense of physical or emotional holding in the body.

This therapy uses slow, sustained pressure and stretch to ease restrictions within the fascial system, that may help to restore natural movement, reduce chronic pain and promote deep, lasting healing.

It is especially helpful for people experiencing symptoms of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, tension headaches, postural imbalances, past injuries, or physical and emotional trauma. Sessions are deeply relaxing but also incredibly transformative, helping you to become more aware and reconnected with your body in a more fluid, balanced and pain-free way. 

60 Minute Treatment - £50.00

75 Minute Treatment - £60.00

90 Minute Treatment - £70.00

**Hot Stones incur and additional £10 charge**

 Email or call Lisa for a chat at lisa@positiveflowtherapies.co.uk / 07961 285752