Massage
Massage started from the times of the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. It was often used to pamper, but more importantly to ease medical conditions. Massage was used to treat Gladiators before and after battle.

Today, Massage is found as an assistance to orthodox medicine, helping ease general aches and pains and relieving stress. Regular massage helps maintain good physical and mental states of health.

Remedial massage is primarily for the treatment of muscular and skeletal problems. However many people have massage simply to unwind and lessen tension, which is a major reason humans suffer anxiety. Emotional can indeed lead to physical pain.

Conditions regular massage may be helpful with include:

• muscular strains
• skeletal conditions
• joint disfunction
• stress & anxiety
• poor circulation
• general discomfort
• sports injuries

Ways massage may assist the body include:

• assists in recovery from injury
• helps break down fat/waste tissue
• stimulates the immune system
• improves flexibility
• enhances physical & mental relaxation
• aids restful sleep
• helps promote feelings of well-being

Guidelines for receiving massage:

• Removal of all jewellery is advised
• Avoid heavy eating directly before and after
• Avoid alcohol before or after treatment
• Drink plenty of fresh water
• Avoid strenuous activity/exercise after

Sports & Remedial Therapy
Sports & Remedial Therapy uses a variety of techniques to repair the damage done by sports or occupational injury and assist the sufferer back to maximum mobility. First the therapist will take a case history and examine the effected area, observing mobility. This can then be followed by some manipulation (hands on). The therapist will then make a recommendation for a course of treatment - further massage sessions, sometimes in conjunction with exercises, sometimes therapy aids such as balancing blocks or trampette, rubber aid bands, or free weights etc. (prices up to £30 per hour)

Remedial Massage has many benefits that will suit the individual, making it a very versatile and effective treatment. It also helps keep the musculoskeletal system in optimum condition and can alleviate conditions such as:

• Back Pain
• Neck & Shoulder Injuries
• Sciatica
• Stress & Anxiety
• Reduced Mobility
• Muscle Wastage and Injury
• Poor Circulation
• Poor Posture
• as well as assisting with Injury Prevention

Audio Sonic Therapy is administered via a hand held unit, which transmits audible sound waves. The waves pass gentle vibrations in to deep tissue, thus allowing stimulation to otherwise inaccessible areas and is beneficial when used in conditions such as:

• Arthritic Joints
• Muscular Tension
• Tennis Elbow
• Scar Tissue
• It also reduces aches and pains and promotes the healing process

Exercise Advice, Instruction & Programming are all crucial to full recovery after an injury to improve fitness levels and achieve physical and mental well-being. Exercises will be explained and practised to ensure the correct techniques are being used.

Stretching Techniques are very important too. Stretching keeps the body supple, enhances performance and reduces the incidence of injury. It also speeds up recovery, reduces soreness following exertion and keeps the muscles toned and balanced. In addition, it helps to ease out 'tension knots', spasms and improves posture.

Rehabilitation Programmes can be devised for longer term to build up to competitive levels or regain strength and suppleness lost to injury.

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