Massage
We all get tension in our muscles, whether we are sedentary or active. This tension can lead to pain, strain, injury or headaches and this affects our performance and enjoyment in everything we do.
Our bodies are amazing, we are a collection of 650 muscles and it is not easy for them all to remain in tune especially in our busy and all-to-often sedentary lives. Fortunately, professional massage can make all the difference.
Whilst most of us might associate massage with pampering or relaxation there are other therapeutic benefits. Effective massage helps us to feel better, to feel more energised and to move better – it enhances our quality of life.
The challenge is to maintain this feeling of wellness. Once we have had our tensions reset, most of us will return to doing the same things we always do and the tensions will return and this is where regular massage can build longer-term resilience.
Massage can be adapted to your individual needs and circumstances:
Sports and remedial massage
Many athletes and active people have reported benefits from receiving regular massage and it has helped their performance before and after their activity. They feel better prepared, able to get the best from themselves and to recover faster afterwards.
Therapeutic massage
Therapeutic massage is a more general approach and many people turn to it when they feel tense, stressed, or feel anxious or depressed and report feeling much better as a result.
Massage for pregnancy
Being pregnant puts a tremendous strain on our support muscles, especially in the lower back and pelvis, and pregnancy massage can help to alleviate resulting aches and pains. It is not just for pain relief, it can help you to move comfortably. It also supports the more relaxed and positive mindset that is key to a successful pregnancy and delivery.
Manual lymphatic drainage
This is a specialised form of gentle massage therapy that aims to help circulation issues such as swollen legs or arms and bolster our immune system. It can be helpful following surgery to reduce swelling and to accelerate recovery; it helps promote better circulation and body waste elimination in people with sedentary lifestyles and facilitates faster performance recovery amongst athletes.
Meet our Massage Therapist
Marialine Cifre
Massage Therapist