Author: evatrs
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Hot Stones Massage
Hot stones massage is a speciality massage where the therapist uses smooth, heated stones as an extension of their own hands, or by placing them on the body. Melt the tensions away with the help of heat. The heat can be both deeply relaxing and help warm up tight muscles so the therapist can work…
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Pre- and Post-Natal Massage
Pregnancy Massage is safe at every stage of pregnancy. As your body changes to accommodate your growing baby, massage can offer both physical and emotional support. It can be a time for you to relax and connect with your baby as well as easing the physical discomfort that can come with pregnancy. During the 1st…
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Holistic Face Treatment
A Holistic Face Treatment is a wonderful way to relax and promote a sense of well-being, but will also improve the texture of the skin, increase circulation and encourage rejuvenation and cellular activity. Depending on what you would like to achieve with your Holistic Face Treatments we use techniques aimed at reducing acne or congestion,…
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Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage is based on Swedish massage techniques effleurage, petrissage and tapotement (stroking, kneading, percussion). The aim of a Therapeutic Massage tends to be relaxation. In a fast world where everybody is rushing around and the pressure to perform is high, people often forget what it is like to relax. It has now been recognised…
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Sports & Remedial Massage
Sports and Remedial massage can be used at various stages of sports participation, it can be used during conditioning and training work, pre-post competition during injury recovery and for injury prevention. Remedial massage can be used to treat back pain, headaches, tension and postural problems. Benefits of Sports Massage Benefits of Remedial Massage Prices from:£40 for…
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Manual Lymph Drainage
Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a type of gentle oil-free massage which is intended to encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart. The lymph system depends on intrinsic contractions of the smooth muscle cells in the walls of lymph vessels and the movement…
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Feldenkrais Method
A gentle yet powerful modality of bodywork which can help reduce stress, pain & discomfort and improve movement and performance. Developed by Moshe Feldenkrais, the method works with the whole person via the nervous system to investigate habits and patterns, and increase efficiency, strength and economy of movement. It can also improve quality of life,…
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Myofascial Release
Myofascial release therapy focuses on releasing muscular shortness and tightness. There are a number of conditions and symptoms that myofascial release therapy addresses. Many patients seek myofascial treatment after losing flexibility or function following an injury or if experiencing ongoing back, shoulder, hip, or virtually pain in any area containing soft tissue. Other conditions treated…
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Trigger Point Work
A trigger point is a tight area within muscle tissue that causes pain in other parts of the body. A trigger point in the back, for example, may produce referral pain in the neck. The neck, now acting as a satellite trigger point, may then cause pain in the head. The pain may be sharp…
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Deep Tissue Massage
Aimed at the deeper structures of muscle and fascia, focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles. It is used for chronic aches and pain and contracted areas such as a stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders. Generally involves, slow, deep work and some of our therapists use…
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Deep Oscillation
DEEP OSCILLATION® is a patented electromechanical therapeutic procedure using resonant vibration ofthe tissue with DEEP OSCILLATION® equipment from Physiomed, Germany. A special design makes it possible, using electrostatic attraction and friction, “to produce mechanical vibrations in treated tissues of the body, not only at the skin on the surface but also in deeper tissues” (Brenke…
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Hagglers Corner Cafe is open!
We are based at Hagglers Corner: a fantastic creative community of makers and doers, set around a lovely courtyard. Hagglers Corner Café is now open during the day, and you will be given a voucher for a free cup of tea with your massage! Hagglers Corner Café is a wonderful complement to the evolving café culture…