Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage feels good, is relaxing and invigorating. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, while promoting health and wellbeing.
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Swedish Massage was developed in the 1700's by a Swedish doctor named Per Henrik Ling.
. The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.
. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes.
. It increases circulation without increasing heart load.
. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable.
. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management.
. Swedish massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time.
We use soft relaxing background music to help completely relax your mind and body while you receive your massage.
PRICES
Full Body massage - 60 mins. - £35.00
Back, Neck & Shoulders- 30 mins. - £20.00
Be kind to your legs - 30 mins. - £20.00
Hand & Arm Massage - £15.00
30 Mins. Massage + BIOlamp - £20.00
30 Mins. Massage + 30 Mins. BIOlamp - £35.00
Swedish Massage Techniques
Swedish massage techniques include: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and shaking motions. The usually sequence of techniques are:
1. Effleurage: Gliding strokes with the palms, thumbs and/or fingertips.
2. Petrissage: Kneading movements with the hands, thumbs and/or fingers.
3. Friction: Circular pressures with the palms of hands, thumbs and/or fingers.
4. Vibration: Oscillatory movements that shake or vibrate the body.
5. Percussion: Brisk hacking or tapping.
6. Passive and active movements: Bending and Stretching.
