Involves the application of pressure to specific points on the feet. These are thought to be connected to various parts of the body, such as the muscles, joints, spine, and organs. This is done using thumb, finger, and hand massage techniques. Involves the use of warm oils to promote physical and mental relaxation for improved wellbeing, cognitive function, and health. Focuses on upper body tensions, knots, and flexibility.
Head, neck and shoulder massages stimulate the nervous system, increasing blood flow to the head and easing stress through the release of endorphins, which, in turn, help in relieving pain and giving you a sense of wellbeing.
One of the most common types of massages you can get. It is performed to energize the body and improve overall health. This type of massage involves actions like percussion, kneading, vibration, tapping, and rolling. Massage oil or lotion is used to protect the skin from friction. Uses deep pressure combined with slow strokes and notable finger pressure. The purpose is to release the tension and tightness held deeply in your muscles and your connective tissues.
A deep tissue massage will typically focus on your primary areas of discomfort. This treatment will break up muscle tension, adhesions, and scar tissue that often lie in deeper musculature. The massage therapist manipulates your body in certain ways to stimulate organs and improve flexibility. Thai massage combines compression, acupressure, and passive stretching.
These increase the range of motion in your joints and muscles. Sports massage is a deep form of soft tissue mobilisation. It is designed to assist in correcting problems and imbalances in soft tissue that are caused from repetitive and strenuous physical activity and trauma. Sports massage involves a wide range of techniques that include effleurage, kneading, wringing, hacking, and trigger pointing. The massage therapist places the hot stones on specific points on your body and may also hold the stones while giving the massage.
