GS Therapies

MASSAGE THERAPY

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The Meaning of Massage

Massage is simply the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body - the muscles, tendons and ligaments. As a massage therapist my hands are my most important tool through which I not only treat the client but also detect physical and emotional problems. A massage therapist palpates the client's body to determine the condition of the tissues and the likely source of any pain, and thus the correct form of remedial treatment

Manual Lymphatic Drainage…
a harmonious manual treatment that stretches the connective tissue just under the skin surface. This allows regenerative fluid to flow & hasten healing processes. This is not a muscular massage.

Therapeutic Massage…
a time to relax & unwind & forget about your day to day routine. Enjoy an hour of calm & drift away to blissful sleep if you wish.

Deep Tissue…
a treatment to recondition sore & tired muscles due to busy active lifestyles or lethargic sedentry lifestyles. An hour of massage will increase blood circulation that will feed, heal & eliminate toxins from muscle bulk.

Pregnancy…
a peaceful & pampering treatment to support & prepare you for labour & to enhance optimal fitness after birth. Laying on your side, the therapist treats any tension in your shoulder & neck, lower back & helps to reduce any oedema or fluid retention in your legs.

Trigger Point…
a neurological treatment that triggers a response in the muscle to help release the discomfort.

Sports…
an injury, whether in sport or elsewhere, will almost always result in bleeding. Irrespective of the cause of injury, the treatment is the same.

Stage 1 – R I C E (rest, ice, compression & elevation)
Stage 2 – Heal, Stretch, Strengthen.

Pre Sports Massage – warms muscles before the event.
Post Event Massage – slows down & relaxes the muscles after the event.


Hot Stone…
an exotic treatment that will stimulate your senses to the realms of pure indulgence. A truly sensational experience.


Indian Head Massage…
a seated massage that alleviates stress & tension, by encouraging relaxation to your shoulders, neck, scalp & face.

Ear Candling...
is a non-invasive holistic method that helps clean out excessive ear wax and other discomforts in the upper respiratory tracts. It can help with ear aches, fluid in the ear, excessive wax buildup, sinus congestion, headaches, unnatural noises in the ear and dizziness. Many people find it helps greatly in the prevention of the common cold.

Aromatherapy…
enjoy a massage complimented with essential oils chosen just for you. A holistic form of healing which works with the body + mind to promote health & harmonise imbalance.

Reflexology…
is a pressure therapy and it is a safe and holistic method. A person who receives it, will benefit from relaxation, increased circulation and many other improvements. It helps the body to release toxins from organs, and also helps people to be more balanced and grounded. This therapy is based on the terms that nerve zones reflect from the feet to all the organs of the body.

Reiki…
is translated from the Japanese as “Universal Life Force Energy”.

It is a healing and balancing treatment for your body, mind and soul.

The benefits of Reiki include:-
energy balancing, feeling safe, releasing emotions, feeling love, releasing stress, increasing awareness, nurturing and healing.