Soft tissue massage or sports massage is the skilled manual manipulation of the soft tissue of the body (muscle, tendons, ligaments, fascia) to help restore normal tension. This allows the body to realign and move more freely, relieving compensations and pain.
These deeply relaxing massage treatments are completely bespoke to you.
How can it help me?
* Prevents and speeds up the recovery of injuries *
* Improve sleep, reduce fatigue & Stress *
* Improves Flexibility and posture *
* Increases circulation *
The treatments: what to expect
Full postural assessment and tests– Joint movements to assess strength, stiffness, and range of movement. (this will be where it is possible or via a pre-treatment video chat)
Massage – This is totally bespoke to you. This usually involves general massage along with a combination advanced stretching, friction, myofascial and neuromuscular techniques in various positions on the couch.
Pregnancy massages- Pregnancy massage is one of my favourite treatments to do! Mum and bump arepositoned with pillows to aid relaxation and comfort; and are treated with a well needed pamper. This is all bespoke to their needs during this special time. All pregnancy treatments are gifted on arrival with a free pot Songbird Bee Balm.
Additional modalities (additional techniques added into the treatment)
These may be added upon request or where applicable:
Hot stones
Dry Cupping
K-tape
Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage is a deeply relaxing tissue massage that uses soothing oils/creams with
warm basalt stones. The stones are heated then either placed on the body in a target area of
tension or used to massage and relax the muscles. Along with the benefits of a soft tissue massage (providing relaxation and promoting a better sleep).
What to wear– Underwear you are comfortable in or exercise shorts (and normal/bikini bras for ladies). You will be covered by towels during treatment at all times.
Post-treatment
During deep soft tissue treatment toxins are released, circulation stimulated and healing sped up, so this may feel a bit sore both during and afterwards. This is normal and is only temporary. You should feel a positive effect immediately or after a couple of days. Drink lots of water afterwards (especially after a hot stone massage).
