Remedial Massage, Lymphatic Treatment, Laser Therapy (LLLT), Pregnancy (Pre and Post Natal), Relaxation Massage, Sports Injury Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy.
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| Contact Name | Lyn Honan-Davis |
| Address | 94 Princes HIGHWAY
Milton
New South Wales 2538 |
| Phone | 02 4455 4244 |
SERVICES
REMEDIAL MASSAGE
WHAT IS REMEDIAL MASSAGE?
Remedial massage is the tactile movement of soft tissue with therapeutic intent. It requires the systematic working of muscles and the soft tissues of the body to optimise the functions of various systems.
Remedial massage therapy eases the pain and discomfort of injuries, strains, accidents and illness to allow the body's natural healing processes to work most effectively. In particular, Remedial Massage addresses specific problems in the muscle, tendons and ligaments.
Massage therapy assists in restoring the normal functioning of muscles, nerves, circulatory, skin, connective tissue, digestive and lymphatic systems, enabling the body and mind to heal itself.
REMEDIAL MASSAGE WORKS BECAUSE IT:
- releases massage spasm and tension
- stimulates local blood supply
- increases nutrient supply to body tissues
- reduces fluid retention and swelling
- helps to eliminate bodily toxi waste
- enhances the efficient functioning of the skin
- re-organises the connective tissue
THE BENEFITS OF MASSAGE ARE UNIVERAL AND A PERSON MAY EXPERIENCE:
- less aches and pains
- greater muscle relaxation
- reduced risk of injury
- improved muscular performance
- increased freedom of movement and coordination
- a greater sense of well-being
- reduced stress and tension
- improved circulation
- a healthier body and mind
Remedial massage can be used to treat a wide range of ailments including related illness, back pain, headaches, chronic pain, sprains and over-use injuries.
LASER THERAPY
WHAT IS LASER THERAPY?
Laser Therapy can be used to treat dozens of injuries and ailments.
The pulse laser produces an infrared beam which works systematically interacting with target tissue penetrating into the cells and reflecting light which activates the auto immune system.
This stimulates the circulation which in turn assists the lymph vessels to pump faster when compromised following surgery, skin trauma etc which in turn promotes healing. It also relaxes inflammation and muscle spasms and assists in healing wounds, ulcers and acne.
The laser is most effective in reducing pain, especially chronic pain, which is known to become deep rooted spreading to other anatomical regions and is important in assisting restoration of the system to its normal condition, speeding up the healing process of injured tissue.
Most people feel the difference after one or two treatments with laser therapy combined with lymphatice drainage or remedial massage.
Once the client has tried the therapy they realise the positive outcomes. In particular laser treatment is recommended for sports injuries and post surgery, headaches, sinus and allegies as well as sore and damaged muscle tissue.
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
WHAT IS LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE?
Lymphatic drainage must not be confused with traditional massage as its functions and principles are totally different.
Unlike other massage techniques, Lymphatic Drainage requires only a very light touch. This is becaused the lymph is in the body's connective tissue - not in the muscle. As such, Lymphatic Drainage is a very gentle and relaxing, non-intrusive massage.
The technique improves lymph flow through direct action on the lymph vessels and stimulates drainage from the connective tissue.
BUT, WHY MOVE LYMPH?
When we speak of lymphatic drainage we are talking about the removal of fluid from the soft, connective tissues - thin membraines that separate our body's cells. Our blood brings oxygen and nutrients to this connective tissue and the cells then absorb what they need. In return, the cells expel waste products into the connective tissue, which is then carried away by lymph.
The lymphatic system is adversely affected by such everyday factors such as stress, chemical overload and illness. These factors can cause the system's functions to deteriorate and generally slow down. This means that the lymph transportation becomes sluggish and the flow into the lymph nodes is impeded. This results in the system's waste removal process becoming less effective creating a stagnent situation leading to potential health problems. Lymphatic Drainage can overcome this.
There can also be a build up of protein in the connective tissue. Excess protein, like excess waste products, will thicken tissue fibres and significantly retard the uptake of nutrients and removal of waste.
Lymphatic drainage techniques assist the activities within the lymph nodes as well as assisting the passage of lymph through the nodes.
Lymphatic drainage works on the body in four ways:
- it elicits relaxation reflexes through working positively on the autonomous nervous system.
- movement of the lymph prevents and breaks down lymphostasis, preventing a build up of institial fluid in the tissue. The lymph carries immunoglobulins - antibodies that help fight infection and disease around the body. Impeding the free movement of lymph around the body reduce our ability to stay healthy.
- Lymphatic Drainage stimulates the nerves and muscles that control the lymph vessels themselves.
- the technique promotes the elimination of cellular waste.
Another advanatage of this technique is that it can be used to relax the muscles before the client returns to have a remedial massage.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS AND WHO CAN ENJOY THEM?
The answer is everyone. The application of Lymphatic Drainage range from cosmetic use, sports injuries, migraines and lymphoedemas to that of helping alleviate the suffering associated with sinus, arthritis, whiplash and fluid retention.
In particular it is useful for those who need to:
- relax
- reduce scarring, especially after an operation
- stimulate their lymphatic systems
- find releif from Lymphoedemas
- overcome sports injuries
- get help for migraines, M.S., headaches, strokes and trigeminal neuralgia
- ease the symptons of arthritis and rheumatism
- improve post-surgical swelling and prepare for surgery
- reduce discomfort from skin disorders
- ameliorate the effects of H.I.V. and Aids
Lymphatic Drainage is particularly effective before and after a medical operation. Pre-operatively, two or three treatments will cleanse and purify the lymph vessels in preparation for the operation. Within a day or two of the operation Lymphatic Drainage can be used to greatly assist in easing pain and discomfort as well as assisting in the reduction of bruising and swelling. The gentle effect of Lymphatic Drainage on the nervous system will also aid in speeding the healing and recovery time of the person.
The technique is also extremely beneficial for numerous other skin conditions such as acne, allergy-prone skins, sallow complexions, scars and aging skin as well as any condition which oedema occurs. These can include poor liver or kidney functions, diabetes, arthritic conditions and cellulite.
As previously mentioned this is a very different type of message. However, it is certainly one of the most beneficial and if you have not had a Lymphatic Drainage in the past you should definately seek one out.
LYMPHOEDEMA MASSAGE
WHAT IS LYMPHOEDEMA MASSAGE?
Lymphoedema massage is a specialised form of massage which mooves the skin in specific directions based on the underlying anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system.
Lymphoedema is the term used to describe swelling that can occur anywhere in the body, but most commonly affects the limbs.
It is important to note, that swelling can occur for different reasons, and it is important that a diagnosis about the underlying cause of swelling is made by a qualified health care professional.
Lymphoedema is characterised by swelling of certain parts of the body, caused by problems with the lymphatic system. Normally, fluid and proteins leak into the body tissues regularly, from the blood. This tissue fluid bathes the cells, supplies their nutritional needs and receives back the products of the metabolism. The lymphatic system is a network of tubes throughout teh body that drains this fluid (called lymph) from tissues and empties it back into the bloodstream. When this system is not working properly, lymphoedema can occur.
Any part of the body can be affected by lymphoedema, but it tends to target the arms and legs of the arm and, sometimes, the adjacent chest wall on the affected side.
THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
The main roles of the lymphatic system include managing the fluid levels in the body, filtering out bacteria, and housing types of white blood cells crucial to the body's ability to fight infection. Muscular movements and contractions of the larger lymph vessels pump the lymph through the network of tubes, helped by one-way valves in the vessels that prevent the lymph from travelling backwards. The lymph is filtered for micro-organisms in glands of tissue called lymph nodes located around the body. The lymph is eventually returned to the bloodstream, mainly via blood vessels in the neck.
PRIMARY LYMPHOEDEMA
Primary lymphoedema is characterised by structural problems with lymphatic system. The vessels may pump sluggishly or ther may be insufficient numbers of vessels, or both. Primary lymphoedema may be present before birth (congenital lymphoedema) or develop during puberty (lymphoedema praecox) or middle age (lymphoedema tarda). Primary lymphoedema can also be triggered by a case of secondary lymphoedema.
SECONDARY LYMPHOEDEMA
This occurs in the regions which are further away from the trunk (distal) and through the lymphatics which have been damaged, e.g. if the lymph nodes have been removed by surgery of fibrosed by radiotherapy. Thus, it oftern occurs in the arm following a mastectomy, in the arm or leg after an operation for melanoma and in one or both legs after surgery for cancer in the pelvic region. It is quite frequent after a sever accident (e.g. on a motorbike) which causes many lymphatics to be severed.
The lymphatics help to remove the excess fluid and protein which enters the tissues from damaged blood vessels, in any inflamation (e.g. after a burn or other injury). If they cannot remove it all, the part swells (oedema, edema). However this swelling is usually only temporary, because the tissues heal and blood vessels no longer leak excessively.
In an acute injury, e.g. a sprained ankle, the lymphatics are essentially normal. Although there is initial swelling, this is gradually removed over days to weeks. The overload is only temporary although, depending on the severity of the injury, some fibrosis will occur. This may remain for months or even permanently.
Service Categories
Laser Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Pregnancy Massage, Remedial Massage, Remedial Therapies, Sports Injury Therapy, Sports Massage, Swedish Relaxation Massage, Trigger Point Therapy
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