Swedish Massage

Massage is as old as man himself and the act of touching another person creates an energy flow between them. If a mother rubs her child’s knee after a fall he will feel better but if he has to rub his own knee it will not have the same effect. There are many different types of massage depending on the pressure and mediums used and the expected outcome. Usually a simple powder or plain oil is used to help the hands move smoothly over the ski
Swedish massage uses a firm pressure on the skin in order to improve the lymph and blood flow to the muscles and to move toxins out of the body. At the same time acupuncture points and meridian ends will be stimulated , which makes a massage a theraputic treatment not just a luxury. It can be a very stimulating experience but at the same time quite relaxing and always beneficial. Children will love it, your partner will enjoy the sense of affection and the older members of your family will  feel cared for.   .

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is a form of massage that incorporates the benefits of applying therapeutic oils, manipulating the tissues of the body and a two way energy inter-change. The essential oil that is extracted from the various parts of  plants is believed to contain the odour, flavour, hormones and total energy of the plant. In England these are taken into the body through the skin in a form of massage or via the olfactory sense when inhaled through the nose.
The pressure is usually lighter as it is the absorption of oil through the skin that is important. The movements are still towards the heart in order to improve lymph flow. .

Simple forms of aromatherapy have regained popularity over the last decade. Tea tree oil has become the new wonder oil. It has powerful anti-bacterial properties and can be used to cleanse and protect. Peppermint foot sprays and oils can be used to soothe and refresh the feet and used for muscle fatigue. Lavender oil is the most versatile oil and probably the best known. It is very relaxing and can also be used on many skin conditions such as burns.

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage would appear to be a simple massage but it incorporates aspects of a variety of different disciplines. It is the upper back, neck, head and face that are worked on. During the session the other disciplines are incorporated such as kinesiology, acupuncture and reiki as well as the usual benefits of massage. .
Kinesiology – The neurovascular points that stimulate blood flow to the organs are situated on the head and a kinesiologist would touch these lightly for a minute or two. There are also neurolymphatic points that stimulate lymph flow to the organs and the points for the brain are at base of skull. These are stimulated more vigorously.
Another kinesiology technique is called ESR. This stands for Emotional Stress Relief and lightly holding the “horns” on the forehead helps the brain to sort out problems and reduce stress. As the ears represent the whole body, if they get scrunched up after a sleep it can affect your balance and hearing. Unfurling the ears during the massage is simple yet beneficial.
Acupuncture – Auricular acupuncture is a way of stimulating the body just through the ears. The ear is like an upside down feotus and any massage to your ears will help your whole body.
The six yang organs of the body (small & large intestines, urinary and gall bladders, stomach and triple warmer thermostat)  have one end of their meridians on the face, which are stimulated during the massage. There are also two central meridians, which reflect the energy and central nervous system that end on the at the top and bottom lips. Acupuncture points situated either side of the spine are also known as back-shu points and they have a direct influence on the internal organs. The upper ones relate to the lungs, heart, and liver and will be stimulated when the back is massaged..
Reiki - At the end of the session the upper chakras (heart, throat, 3rd eye and crown), can be held to allow the flow of reiki energy to re-balance them. the flow of reiki energy will also flow naturally throughout the session to enhance the whole treatment.

Metamorphic Technique

The metamorphic technique is also known as Metamorphic reflexology as the feet are the main area to be worked on. It involves very light stroking movements on the instep of the feet, edge of the hands and around the base of the skull. The theory is that the instep  relates to the spine and also reflects the gestation period during fetal development. The toe being conception and the base of the heel birth. The The areas are gently stimulated in order to increase the person’s energy so that he can bring about his own transformation. This may include releasing any imbalances brought into this life during fetal development or from family traits and weaknesses. The process is very gentle but the response can be quite profound.