What is Remedial Massage?
Remedial massage is a deeply relaxing massage that involves the use of the therapist's forearms and open palms to apply light to medium pressure on large muscle groups including the neck, shoulders, and the whole of the back which responds very well to remedial massage.
To help you relax and destress, the treatment room is always warm, the bed is heated with an electric blanket and the area of your body that is not getting treated is covered with a cozy towel. The use of heat is also used via an infrared lamp (optional) to promote blood flow, warm muscles and help relaxation.
The goal of remedial massage is to release overall mental and physical stress, relax large muscle groups, increase blood flow to promote tissue healing, relax the central nervous system, and increase the activity of the lymphatic system; assisting in moving any swelling, toxins, and byproducts from the muscles and surrounding tissues.
All of the above can be achieved by several remedial massage techniques such as; Effleurage – all treatments start with Effleurage. This is light friction between the therapist’s forearms and open palms on the targeted muscles. This is to gently promote blood flow, kickstart the lymphatic system, and let the client get used to the texture of the cream/wax and the area that will be treated. Petrissage – This technique aims at targeting the muscles lying deep into the skin. There will be movements such as; Kneading – This is a deep rhythmical movement involving a closed hand and slight knuckles (Imagine kneading dough) Tapotement – This is a light chopping rhythmical motion involving the outside of the therapist's hands. (Helps mobilize any fibrous tissues) Sweeping and gliding – These are long, deep, and smooth movements using the therapist's forearms and open palms (Very relaxing)
Pricing
New clients 45 minutes - £45 (Student £40)
Returning clients 45 minutes - £40 (Student £35)
1 hr appointments available £50 (returning clients only)
Remedial Massage can help with the following...
Decreases general muscle stiffness & soreness
Releases tension from the neck & shoulders
Helps relieve tension headaches
lowers stress levels & decreases anxiety
Assists in lowering blood pressure
Soothes the central nervous system
Increases blood circulation
Assists in lymphatic drainage
Promotes tissue healing
Here are some muscle groups that respond very well to remedial massage are; neck extensors, neck side flexors, neck rotators, trapezius, rhomboids, back extensors, upper glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calfs.
Is Remedial Massage Right for Me?
Remedial massage is a great treatment option for someone who has muscle pain or tension that might originate from a stressful lifestyle, anxiety disorders, office-based professions, or a somewhat sedentary lifestyle.
There is no upper age limit on this type of massage. Anthony works with many clients regularly who are over the age of 75 years and who enjoy and benefit from remedial massage.
Remedial massage treatments can differ from professional to professional. Anthony will encourage you to ask for more or less pressure throughout the remedial massage to ensure you are happy, comfortable, and relaxed.
