Holistic Massage

What is Holistic Massage?

The history of Massage Therapy can be traced back over 5,000 years varying in many different types and applications. Chinese, Persian, and Egyptian cultures have all recorded the use of Massage Therapy for a variety of purposes including the improvement of circulatory and joint movement issues.

Do you suffer from stress?
Massage reduces stress and increases energy levels. It is extremely helpful in relieving the conditions and symptoms associated with stress such as anxiety, insomnia, asthma and irritable bowel.                                                                   

Do you suffer from restless legs?
Massage releases contracted muscles which in turn releases the pressure on the nerves in the legs that causes the apin and tingling experienced by sufferes of restless legs.

Do you suffer from joint pain?
Massage improves circulation around joints and stimulates the production of a natural lubrication within them, relieving pain from conditions such as osteoarthritis. 

Do you suffer from poor posture?
Massage releases restrictions in muscles, joints, and the surrounding fascia so your body is then free to return to a more natural and healthy posture. It can also relieve the contracted muscles and pain caused by curvature of the spine or scoliosis.

How does massage work to relax muscles?
The hands and forearms are used to rhythmically knead, rub, and stroke, effluerage muscles, circulation is stimulated. Blood flow delivers oxygen and nutrients and is key to helping muscles eliminate waste products such as lactic acid that may collect in muscles from spasms causing pain. Following trauma, muscles may act as mini-splints to protect and limit motion, similar to a cast on a broken arm. A typical example is a person who uses a computer for a prolonged time period without taking a break to stretch the neck. The result is a stiff neck, aching or even pain. Taking periodic breaks to rub, mini-massage and stretch the neck will promote circulation to the muscles.

What will happen during an appointment?

Holistic massage is done with the client covered by a sheet or towel, a technique called "draping". One part of the body uncovered, massaged, and then covered up before moving on to another part of the body. The ideal amount of pressure for therapeutic massage is when the receiver experiences some discomfort, which activates the body's natural healing response. If it is too deep, the result may be another trauma to the body. Some soreness after the massage is acceptable if it lasts less than one or two days. Holistic massage techniques include: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and shaking motions. These techniques involve the client being treated lying down on a massage table or in a massage chair. The treatment may start with the client face up or down for the first part of the session, the client then turns over, draped by the towels or sheets for the second half of the session. Joanne uses massage oil to facilitate making long, smooth strokes over the body.

The ideal amount of pressure for therapeutic massage is when the receiver experiences some discomfort, which activates the body's natural healing response. If it is too deep, the result may be another trauma to the body. Some soreness after the massage is acceptable if it lasts less than one or two days. Full body Holistic Massage treatments generally last for 60 minutes, although sometimes longer a treatment will be required depending on the individual need of the client. Your first appointment will usually last around 90 minutes as it will include a comprehensive consultation which will cover lifestyle, medication and medical history to establish your current state of health and determine how treatment will proceed.

After a treatment, you will probably feel looser and more relaxed and you may experience a slight achiness.

Costs

Back & Shoulder Massage 30 mins - £25

Arm & Hand Massage 30 mins - £25

Leg & Foot Massage 30 mins - £25

Relaxing Face Massage 30 mins - £25

Relaxing Foot Massage 30 mins - £25

Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage 45 mins - £30

Full Body Massage 60 mins - £35

Full Body Massage including Face Massage 90 mins - £50

Full Body Massage including Face & Foot Massage 120 mins - £65

We can incorporate the use of crystal massage wands and spheres to enhance your treatment, click here to find out more.

Booking

Use our online booking service 'ClickBook' to make appointments and receive a 25% discount. ClickBook is easy to use and lets you make appointments with me any time of day or night, from any computer. What's more, ClickBook will send you a reminder before your appointments. Alternatively you can call 0845 833 7036 or text 07939 225 273 to book your appointment.

Holistic Healing Hands Unit 2 Hyde Business Centre, 10 Corporation Street, Hyde, Cheshire SK14 1AB Tel: 0845 833 7036 (Local Rate)  Email: joanne@holistichealinghands.com