An Indian head massage will energise your mind and allow tension to slip a way. This ancient technique has been practised for over a thousand years in India, being passed down from generation to generation. It is both a therapeutic and beauty treatment with many wonderful benefits.

Indian head massage can be given almost anywhere. The receiver remains fully clothed, seated in a chair or can sit cross legged on the ground. It involves using a sequence of moves such as energy balancing techniques, lymphatic drainage, acupressure points, stretching and general massage to the shoulders, neck, face and scalp.…

Contractibility is one of the natural functions of muscle tissue. Individual muscle fibres are designed to contract, causing the entire muscle to tense. Without this tension there could be no activity, no movement of the joints and limbs. The problem arises when the muscle fibres fail to relax again, resulting in a pattern of excess tension. This tension pattern may have either an emotional origin or a mechanical one or a combination of both. Also it may be acute or chronic. Acute, mechanical tension can usually be dealt with immediately by direct application of massage. If there is an emotional…

In this article I will discuss how we manifest pain and tension in the muscular system and why that tension can be on-going for many years.

Firstly let me say that it is important and very responsible to exhaust all possible anatomical reasons for someone's on-going muscular pain. Posture, stretching exercises and what type of mattress you sleep on, can be important factors to address and to teach. Discussing a person's lifestyle can help them take positive action to overcome physical problems.

Three Causes of Muscular Tension

The first one we will call driver tension. Driver tension is basically caused…

In this day and age of ultrasonic diagnosis and nuclear medicines, laser surgery ect ect people are wanting to take charge for their own health the demand of massage has increased to fulfil this need. Massage is a very important modality to help keep our bodies and minds at ease. Massage alone is not enough to preserve good health, but in conjunction with regular exercise, good eating habits and a work life balance it plays a very important part in our lives.

Acknowledging the importance of massage and the benefits it delivers to our body and mind. Most people would…

“The KaHuna(healers) LomiLomi were masters of body manipulation and healing massage. They practiced their ancient art with a deep connection to nature, surrounded by ocean breezes, colourful sunsets and unpredictable volcanoes.”

The traditional Lomi Lomi massage healers connected with “spirit” and their touch communicated deep to the bones of the receiver. In a non invasive way they were able to focus on and disperse congested areas in the body by moving their hands in rhythmic dance like motions. The use of prayer (Pule),breathe ,(HA) energy (Mana) and intention in their massage work contributed to vibrant and healthy Hawaiian communities.

While…

The role of a massage therapist in treating chronic pain and emotional stress.

As a highly experienced counselor and deep tissue massage therapist with 20 years of working with many different types of people with many differing issues, I wanted to share some of my points of view, experience and knowledge on the role of massage and muscular health.

There are a lot of great Bodyworkers out there doing beautiful work, and there are a lot of many different methods and styles for people to choose from, which has its good points and it's bad. The positives in having lots…

Do you suffer from fluid retention & swelling?

Have you heard about deep lymphatic therapy? It's a recently developed, scientifically based treatment that really makes a difference. The deep lymphatic system is specifically stimulated by energy flow generated by various types of bio-energetic tools, effectviely clearing congestion that can occur in any part of it. Clients are shown how to decrease toxic intake and eat foods that may help them feel better.

Many people may not know about the lymphatic system. It's as important as the blood circulation and is probably responsible for 90% of fluid return in the…

Most people suffer from some form of lower back pain. If it isn’t your lower back that hurts it’s probably your neck and shoulders (or worse it could be both!). Research from many sources says that most back pain has an unidentifiable source. This means that all the digital and technological advances that have been made and are used to diagnose patients, are unable to find out why your back hurts! This isn’t surprising considering that most back pain patients have very tight lumbar muscles and very weak core abdominal muscles. Machines can’t “see” tightness or weakness. Hands however can…

Corporate Remedial Massage Therapist.

Corporate remedial massage is a relatively new style of massage that is still evolving. As companies begin to demand longer working days from their staff there is a need to reward staff for this commitment. With a contracting work force the emphasis has shifted to attracting the best staff and keeping them. This younger work force are demanding more tangible rewards for their efforts and better health outcomes with their work and life more balanced. According to one study by the University of Western Australia absenteeism is costing $2 billion to the private sector per year.…

It was over four years ago I discovered the ancient healing practices, still used to this day, of Mexico. In a warehouse in South London I was to experience what was to become a life changing journey for me.

I am a Currandera, it comes from the Spanish verb curar, to heal. I practice the tradition of Mexhika Pactli healing practices of Mexico that are still in use in Mexico and now travelling and evolving in the west.

My journey began with experiencing the treatments for myself back in that warehouse in South London. The impact was instant. Immediately…

Mankind is getting ridiculously good at robotics. As a result, we are now seeing some advanced massage chairs come on the market. The question is raised – will mechanical therapy ever replace human touch? Of course it will. Just look at the path of every form of medicine over the past 20 years. First aid went from hands on to defibrillation machines. Surgery went from having steady hands, to being good at robotics. Psychologists now develop software to interpret electronic signals from the body, and spend less time with clients. Naturopaths spend less time asking questions, and more time with…

If you’re spending up to $150 per hour to get your massage, you will want your therapist to be a great one. Surprisingly though, some of the best tips to help you get your moneys worth apply to you, the client. Here are some starters:

Communicate with confidence. It is hard for most of us to demand what we want from a stranger, but this is the only sure way to get top value out of our treatments. How many people love their feet being massaged, but fail to ask for it? Why not ask a therapist to repeat…