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Massage

What is it?
Massage or massage therapy are repeated palpations or manipulations of the soft tissue of the body. They may be applied with or without lubricants, talcum powder, salt or herbal preparations, water, heat or mechanical devices. The purpose of massage is to increase mobility and enhance the general health and well-being of the recipient, help blood flow, restore and re-balance energy and move the lymph. Massage does not include the diagnosis of a specific pathology, the prescription of drugs or controlled substances, spinal manipulation or those acts of physical therapy that are outside the scope of massage therapy.
Preparation
As a rule the client does not need to do anything before the treatment.
Time allocation
Our medicinal massages last 70 to 75 minutes.
Cost
£85 per treatment. Please see the List of Treatments for up-to-date prices.
Instant effect
Feeling of deep relaxation, rest, ability to mover and relax shoulders, neck, back and legs.
Long-term effect
Activation of lymph, blood and tissues, increase of oxygen flow to tissues, assistance with skin detoxification, digestive comfort.
Daily effort required to maintain good results
Relaxation and exercise, physical activity (walking, stretching, baths, showers, “me” time)
Frequency
A course of three weekly treatments is recommended as a start, followed by monthly or 6-weekly maintenance.

Frequently asked questions about massages that we offer

What is medicinal massage treatment?

 
Medicinal massage is designed primarily to improve your health by involving your whole body in the healing process. It borrows from many massage traditions (some of them are described below), as well as vibrational medicine, yoga and stretching. The time allocated - between 70 and 75 minues - allows to address several problems at a time, such as, for example, stress, muscle spasms and tirednes, water retention, fatigue and so on.
 

Your first massage therapy treatment will include a consultation to identify your needs, expectations and wishes. We will offer you a combination treatment including elements of various massage therapies and techniques, taking these needs, requirements and expectations into account.

Our massages may include, to the extent required, the elements of:

- deep pressure massage;

- abdominal and colon massage;

- manual lymphatic drainage massage;

- hot stone massage;

- visceral manipulation;

- traction and stretching;

- vibration therapy;

- ear candling;

- aromatherapy;

- focus on problem areas.

Please note that, just like all bodywork treatments, massages are effective when taken on a regular basis. You can purchase a course of six Wellbeing Now medicinal massages for £400 (a saving of £80 compared with single treatments) to be used monthly for best effect.

 
 
What is abdominal massage?
Abdominal massage is designed to target the abdominal cavity, which contains your intestines, stomach, liver, kidneys, gall bladder and the pancreas. The abdominal massage can help:
It can help:
  • improve one's breathing and to get relief from internal pressure;
  • relieve constipation by activating peristalsis and contributing to lymph drainage;Abdominal massage
  • reduce stress in the abdominal cavity through the application of touch, heat, body packs, steam, herbs or candles.
  • relieve bloating and flatulence by helping the release of trapped wind;
  • soften musculature and reduce adhesions; o improve blood circulation and delivery of oxygen to tissues;
  • improve circulation of lymphatic fluids and the function of the immune system;
  • improve digestion, absorbtion and eliminaton;
  • post operative – helps reduce adhesions and scar tissue formation;
  • post- childbirth – helps the tissue recover its elasticity;
  • Help the liver, the gall bladder and the pancreas release the digestive juices more effectively into the intestinal tract;
  • Help the liver in the processing of the metabolic wastes.
What is Swedish massage?
Swedish massage is the most popular form of massage in Europe that involves palpation and manipulation of the body to promote relaxation, higher energy and oxygenation of tissues, without targeting specific areas. It is recommended as a general maintenance treatment.
MassageWhat is deep tissue massage?
Deep tissue massage is designed to target specific areas, for example calves and hamstrings of runners, or necks, backs and shoulders of those who have sedentary occupations. It involves slower, deeper movers, sometimes stretches and acupressure therapy.
What is lymph drainage massage?
The strokes applied in manual lymph drainage are designed to stimulate the movement of the lymphatic fluids in order to assist the body in cleansing, reduce oedema (stagnant fluid, water retention) and promote detoxification of tissues. This is a gentle, rhythmical technique that removes inflammatory materials and toxins from the connective tissue, enhances the activity of the immune system, reduces pain, and lowers the activity of the sympathetic nervous system.
What is Stone Massage Therapy?
The stone massage therapy uses Mexican Lava Stones of all shapes and sizes and varying temperatures to promote physical healing, mental relaxation, and a deeply spiritual experience. Warm stones encourage the exchange of blood and lymph and provide soothing heat for deep-tissue work. Cold stones aid with inflammation, moving blood out of the area, and balancing male/female energies.