What to expect at your Massage or Reflexology treatment session:

A reflexology treatment session lasts around 90 minutes. At the first treatment, time is taken to complete a questionnaire to give an understanding of your specific needs and issues.

You will be seated in a reclined position, footwear is removed. After gently warming up and relaxing the feet with massage, firm but gentle pressure is applied to each reflex in turn. Tender areas may indicate congestion or an imbalance in the corresponding part of the body.

Depending on what problem areas are identified at this stage your therapist will then proceed to treat various parts of the body or body systems to try to alleviate congestion or rebalance the body.

Gentle massage and foot exercises are used towards the end of the session. Most people find the treatment extremely relaxing and feel energized at the end.

A Swedish massage treatment session can last from 60 to 90 minutes. At the first treatment time is taken to complete a questionnaire to give an understanding of any specific needs and issues.

Types of massage treatment:

The neck and shoulder area can hold much of the tension in the body, making it susceptable to pain and stiffness.  This massage can improve mobility and comfort, reduce pain and induce relaxation and a feeling of wellbeing. This massage can be carried out with the client lying on the massage couch or seated in a chair. The combination of back, neck and shoulder massage confers optimum benefits.  A very relaxing massage for easing muscular tension, improving circulation and boosting lymphatic drainage.

This massage concentrates on the lower back and hip, often an area of discomfort especially for those doing a lot of driving or seated at a desk.  By manipulating the muscles in this area the client can feel improvement in flexibility, reduction in pain and improved circulation in the legs.

If you spend your day on your feet or excercise regularly this massage can be effective in easing tension out of the muscles, easing aches and strains from exercise  and relieving the feeling of heaviness in the lower limbs. Regular leg massage keeps the muscles and ligaments supple and can improve skin tone.

This massage can be carried out with the client seated and is perfect for an express treat, perhaps in your workplace. This is a great massage for those spending a lot of time working at a computer as it can help relieve symptoms of repetitive strain injury.

This massage can be carried out with the client seated,lying on the massage couch or in the reclining reflexology chair. A very relaxing massage suitable for those spending their days on their feet or if you just want a real treat in short time.

This treatment combines massage of the neck, shoulders, back, arms, hands, legs and feet. This can be provided as a relaxation massage using long, slow movements and gentle pressure for the ultimate in relaxation or as an invigorating massage using refreshingly scented massage wax, energetic movements anda firmer pressure ideal for sports preparation.

Some people may experience a healing reaction after their treatment this can include runny nose, headache or a frequent need to pass water. This is the body’s way of eliminating harmful toxins and any reaction will not last long.

People may come for reflexology or massage for a specific condition and may require 6 – 8 treatments for maximum benefit. After a set of treatments many people opt to have reflexology or massage on a regular basis, for example, once a month, as a preventative therapy. Others come simply for relaxation.