Massage

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=90 BGCOLOR="#000000" TEXT="#F7F7FF" background="00c785a3.jpg"> <div> <B>Move 2 Health </B><FONT SIZE="5" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Gill Sans MT" ><B>  </B><I><B>Massage T'ai Chi Chuan Chi Kung    </B></I></FONT><B>Move 2 Health</B><B>  </B></div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFCC66" TEXT="#080000" background="00dd2b03.jpg"> <div> <IMG SRC="04687790.png" border=0 width="135" height="121" ALT="Ulead PhotoImpact Image" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <A HREF="id3_m.htm#massage" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Massage"><U>Massage</U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="id3_m.htm#what_should_i_expect_during_my_first" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Massage"><U>1st Treatment</U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="id3_m.htm#massage_techniques" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Massage"><U>Massage Techniques</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id3_m.htm#where_i_practise" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="Massage"><U>Where?</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id5.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Price List"><U><B>Prices</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="02541520.png" border=0 width="65" height="82" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">      <IMG SRC="05c3c530.png" border=0 width="60" height="83" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Move 2 Health"><U><B>BACK</B></U></A></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" height=390 BGCOLOR="#FFFFCC" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <I> <A NAME="massage"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></I>Massage</div> <div> Massage is thought to be one of the oldest forms of manual therapy.  It involves manipulating the soft tissues of the body, such as the muscles, skin and body fascia.  Deep tissue techniques work on the deeper muscles of the body and on specific problem muscles. Softer techniques, work on the superficial muscles to aid with relaxation.  Percussive techniques help energise and warm the area of treatment.</div> <div> There are physical and psychological benefits  associated with massage:</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Physical</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Improves circulation of blood and  movement of lymph fluids</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Improves posture</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Helps relieve tension headaches and   eye strain</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Enhances athletic performance</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Psychological</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Helps relieve stress and aid relaxation</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Improves overall well-being</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">    Increases awareness of mind and body</div> <bR> <div> The massage that you personally receive incorporates a variety of techniques according to your individual requirements.  </div> <div> <B> <A NAME="what_should_i_expect_during_my_first"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>What should I expect during my first massage treatment?</B></div> <div> When you arrive, you will be asked to fill out a medical questionnaire; which will take an additional 15 minutes. This assists the therapist in providing the best treatment for you. If you have an existing medical condition that you are having professional medical treatment for, you may need to written permission from your GP  before you receive massage. Come to your appointment with a relatively empty stomach; if you have just had a large meal you may find it hard to digest properly.  After the consultation the therapist decides the best treatment and techniques for you. I mainly treat through clothing, however, depending on the techniques to be used, you may be asked to remove some clothing.  You will be given privacy for this and will be covered in towels while on the couch. Only the area that is being massaged is exposed.  Your modesty is respected at all times during treatment. Oil is used to allow the muscles to be massaged without causing friction on the skin. I personally use coconut oil as it is a light and odourless medium. </div> <div> <I><B>Do not hesitate to ask questions or  mention if you feel any discomfort so that another approach or  technique can be used</B></I><I>.</I></div> <div> After your treatment you will be given some time to yourself and offered a glass of water to drink. </div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="massage_techniques"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Massage Techniques</B></div> <div> The techniques I use are Classic Swedish Techniques and Deep Tissue Techniques. Additionally, I like to use movement rhythm and postural awareness as part of my treatment sessions. I can also adapt my techniques so that they can be suitable for people who may have difficulty keeping still, lying down, or prefer to remain in a chair.    </div> <div> <B>Swedish massage: </B></div> <div> <B>Effleurage</B> (stroking techniques) used for relaxing and warming the treated area and as a diagnostic tool to assess the condition of the area.  It can be used both superficially and more deeply and should be carried out in a direction towards the heart.</div> <div> <B>Petrissage</B> (kneading techniques) deeper and more focussed movements to squeeze the tissue being treated to warm, relax and soften the treatment area. </div> <div> <B>Tapotement </B>(percussive techniques) a rythmical hitting technique used to energise and warm the area being treated. It includes hacking, cupping and beating with loose fists.</div> <div> <B>Deep Tissue Work:</B></div> <div> <B>STR </B>(Soft Tissue Release) A gentle, yet very effective, muscle specific technique that releases tight muscles and fascia with a stretch.  <B> </B></div> <div> <B>MET </B>(Muscle Energy Technique) A stretching technique used to assist with muscle relaxation. </div> <div> <B>Friction  </B>A very deep and specific technique used for breaking up scar tissue and realigning tangled muscle fibres. I use this technique infrequently and only when I deem necessary, it can be painful for the client and may cause bruising. After frictioning an area I always go back to more gliding and gentle movements. </div> <div> <B>Other Techniques </B>I also use rocking and shaking  techniques and gentle joint mobilisations.  This will aid the body to move in a more effective way.  I use Neuro- Muscular Technique (NMT) , which is a soft form of therapy and assists with releasing problem areas in a gentle manner.  NMT is used in conjuction with Trigger Point Therapy, which I have recently studied at a workshop.</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="where_i_practise"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Where I practise</B></div> <div> I practise from home and at the Arjuna Clinic for Complementary Therapies on 12A Mill road tel 01223 566122. </div> <div> If you are a person with mobility issues preventing you from travelling, there is also the possibility for a home visit at additional cost. </div> <div> <A HREF="id5.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Price List"><U><B>Prices</B></U></A><B> </B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Move 2 Health"><U><B>BACK</B></U></A></div> </td> </tr></table></body>