Services
Sports Massage and manual lymphatic drainage massage are both very different techniques but both offer remedial and maintenance benefits to the body in very different ways. If you need further guidance as to what services you require please fell free to navigate the contact section to ask for help.
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Manual Lymphatic drainage Massage
Manual Lymphatic Massage (MLD) is one the fastest growing areas of massage and one that uses the lightest touch.
• Eliminates toxic build-up and strengthens the immune system.• Assists all pre- and post-cosmetic surgery by reducing the healing time, reducing the pain, bruising and swelling.• Relieves many chronic conditions such as chronic sinusitis, chest infections and catarrh• Relieves irritable Bowel Syndrome and constipation• Reduces Arthritic and rheumatic pain• Alleviates symptoms of ME• Controls migraines• Helps with skin disorders such as acne• Helps reduce all forms of post-operative swelling• Relieves stress, anxiety and tension• Restores hormonal imbalances (puberty, pre- & post-pregnancy, menopause)• Relieves fluid congestion, such as puffy eyes & face, swollen legs & ankles and menstrual bloating.
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What is Lymph?
This is a very brief guide to lymphatic fluids & their role in maintaining your health.
• Break down and destroy harmful substances (such as waste products, bacteria, viruses and cancer cells)
• Transport nutrients, vitamins and hormones throughout the body
• Strengthen the body’s immune system through the production of white blood cells
• Eliminate excess fluid from the tissues
MLD is a very gentle massage, using the lightest touch that improves the efficiency of the lymphatic system – the body’s waste disposal system. Specific and gentle movement of the skin stimulate and increase the rate of removal of waste products, toxins and excess fluid from the body’s tissues
In summary, the lymphatic system is a neat purification and drainage system and it provides us with immunity against disease & infection. We need it to work effectively in order to stay healthy.
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Contra-indications
ABSOLUTE Contra-Indications to having Lymphatic Massage are:
• Diagnosed as suffering with Malignant disease/awaiting skin lesion biopsy
• Thrombosis/DVT within last 6 months
• Heart Disease, especially right side insufficiency
• Acute infection
CONTRA indications:
• Major viral infection ie Glandular Fever
• Low Blood pressure
• Varicose veins
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Sports Massage
A sports massage uses a mixture of techniques depending on the issues you are hoping to combat and any pain you are experiencing. Popular among athletes and those who live an active lifestyle, sports massage can be tailored according to the exercise that you do, or the muscle groups you use most often – though it is also a suitable and effective treatment for those experiencing joint pain and muscle tightness on a day to day basis. so effective for everyBODY
During a sports massage the musculoskeletal system (muscles, tendons and ligaments) is manipulated using hands-on techniques in order to improve its efficiency.
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Benefits of Sports
massage
Some of the main benefits experienced by those who attend a regular sports massage session include:
1. Increased range of motion
2. Eliminates the build up of lactic acid
3. Increased sense of well-being and calm.
4. Helps prevent injury
5. Increases recovery time
6.Improved sleep quality
7. Enhanced circulation
8. A reduction in stress and an increase in relaxation
9. It allows nutrients and oxygen to reach the muscle cells faster and remove waste products.
10. Can aid in the breakdown of scar tissue.
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Contra-indications
Absolute Contraindications (Where Massage Should Be Avoided):
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Open Wounds: Cuts, lacerations, or grazes that haven't healed.
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Active Infections: Viral, bacterial, or fungal infections.
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Fever: High or significant fever.
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Recent Surgery: Especially within the last 3-6 months (depending on the severity of the surgery).
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Acute Injuries: Injuries that have occurred within the last 72 hours.
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Massage could dislodge a blood clot.
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Severe Cardiovascular Conditions: Such as unstable angina or severe hypertension.
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Certain Skin Conditions: Infectious skin diseases like boils, ringworm, or athlete's foot.
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Cancer (with some exceptions): Massage may be contraindicated or require a doctor's clearance.
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Bleeding Disorders: Such as hemophilia.