Massage therapies

At balance we offer a wide range of massage therapies:

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is a holistic treatment using plant extracts (essential oils). Oils are chosen then blended to suit the client's individual needs. This massage is thought to improve emotional well-being and restore balance to the body.

Aromatherapy Facial

An aromatherapy facial begins with cleansing and toning, followed by a massage to the face, neck, shoulders and scalp using the therapeutic properties of essential oils. It is a very relaxing treatment that can improve circulation and provide a healthy glow to your skin.

Bespoke Organic Facial

Using only the finest organic ingredients this bespoke facial treatment will calm, balance and revitalise your skin. This treatment is suitable for all skin types and is also a wonderful add on to the Facelift Massage, giving ultimate results!

Facelift Massage

The face has a complex muscular structure. Each facial muscle is constantly busy performing a multitude of movements. When facial muscles are massaged and exercised regularly, all the metabolic processes are stimulated, which means facial circulation is improved, capillaries are strengthened, the facial lymph system is cleansed and the skin becomes blemish-free. Whatever your skin type, it will respond to facial massage positively, because massage keeps the collagen and elastin fibers wet and warm which encourages and stimulates their growth. With each facelift massage, the toning benefits increase because muscles have memory.

Deep (tissue) muscle massage

This massage technique separates muscle groups and loosens connective tissue so as to bring about the realignment of the body and freedom of movement.

Holistic / therapeutic

Therapeutic/Holistic massage involves a variety of massage techniques used to ease musculo-skeletal problems. Massage is beneficial in relieving muscle tension, promotes relaxation and a general sense of well-being, restores balance in the whole body, alleviates pain and stimulates the bodies own healing on all levels - physically, mentally and emotionally.

Hot Stone Therapy

Stone Massage is a deeply relaxing treatment. Warm basalt stones can be placed on the body and also used with traditional massage techniques to ease the pain and tension of aching muscles.

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage has been practised in Asia for over 5000 years. This has now been developed into a seated massage that concentrates on the upper back, arms, neck, scalp and face. This treatment is beneficial in treating the stress related problems of modern living such as headaches, eyestrain, tension and insomnia.

Integrated Myofascial Release

To be updated.

Pregnancy massage

Pregnancy Massage can relieve many of the common side effects of pregnancy, from backaches, headaches, oedema or other pregnancy related problems.

Reflexology

Reflexology is an ancient Egyptian, Chinese and Indian therapy focusing on the reflex points in the feet that correspond to specific body organs. Hands and ears have similar reflex points and can be substituted.

Shiatsu massage

Shiatsu is a highly effective and enjoyable healing art that works with the body's energy channels or "meridians". Harmonising this energy promotes better health and strengthens the body's own self-healing abilities. Literally meaning "finger pressure" Shiatsu involves applying pressure with thumbs, hands and sometimes elbows, knees and feet. The amount of pressure varies enormously - from gentle palm healing to very deep and stimulating - according to the needs of the individual. Simple stretches and light manipulation may be used. Shiatsu is officially recognised in Japan and is one of the fastest growing therapies in the UK. It is holistic and comprehensive and can be used in conjunction with other therapies and orthodox medicine. Many people use it preventatively to maintain over-all health and well-being, and to live life to the full. Complaints shiatsu works well for are :

• Migraine and headaches,
• Stress and tension,
• Tiredness
• Insomnia
• Sciatica,
• Back pain and stiffness,
• Neck and shoulder problems,
• Menstrual and digestive disorders
• Anxiety and depression.
• It is also effective during pregnancy to strengthen, relax and balance.
  

A session traditionally takes place on a mattress on the floor, however shiatsu is very versatile and works just as well on a massage couch, or even a wheelchair. It is performed through loose clothing.

Sports therapy massage

To be updated

Swedish massage

To be updated