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Destress Massage – Back, Neck, Head and Face

When I first went to visit Mike, I was after an Indian Head Massage but his diagnosis was that I would benefit from a back and neck massage.

He was right. My shoulder problems improved immediately and I began visiting him for regular treatments. Sometimes for sports massages and at others for a more relaxing holistic massage with aromatherapy oils.

On this day, it must have been apparent how tired I was as he prescribed a back, neck, head and face treatment and it turned out to be the perfect destress massage.

Mixing up some suitably relaxing and de-stressing aromatherapy oils, he started unknotting my back before turning me over – taking care with the towels to preserve my modesty.

And that’s when it really got good. My head and face received lots of careful attention, smoothing and soothing all the tension. Normally I manage to talk my way all through a massage because I am so wound up but this one really shut me up 🙂

The part I remember most as I drifted in and out of a gentle doze, was when he lifted my head and took the whole weight in his hands as I lay on the bed, carefully turning it fully to the left and then to the right as he eased out the tight muscles. Also the full strokes up my back, reaching down between my body and the bed and gently pulling my neck bones to extend properly rather than slumping together.

When I finally left the salon after about an hour of treatment, it felt as if I was walking on air and I could have slept for a week.

Destress Massage.

Done.

Therapeutic Massages

"Therapeutic-massages"Does pain and restricted movement interfere with the way you live your life?

Do you suffer from muscular tension and postural deficiencies due to your lifestyle or occupation?

Whether it’s a sports injury, household accident, work-related repetitive strain problem or just the stress of every day life, tension can build up in the body, and cause to muscular pain and discomfort.

Therapeutic Massages are gentle treatments which can help to relieve and, sometimes, even cure a wide range of conditions. By improving the circulation, these massages promote the body’s own natural healing processes, nourishing tired muscles or damaged tissues.

The therapist will take extra time with a first time client to understand current and past health complaints. The whole body will be assessed to formulate a massage plan that will rid the body of harmful toxins, allowing it to function more efficiently. This first session may retain a large relaxation element to it but advanced techniques, such as deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy, may be used for pain and chronic health issues

Call The Ark: Massage in Southend on 01702 710531 to book a course of therapeutic massages for the relief of persistent pain. First-time customers will receive £5 off their first treatment. Purchase a four-session pass to get a further 10% off, whilst a six-appointment pass will be discounted by 15%

Reiki in Canvey Island (SS8)

Reiki is a Japanese complementary therapy developed from ancient teachings and is often used to support relaxation, balance and overall wellbeing.

Reiki is non-invasive and does not involve massage. Treatments are carried out fully clothed, with the recipient lying down or seated comfortably.

Many people choose Reiki as a way to slow down, reduce stress and create space for rest and reflection.

What to Expect From a Reiki Session

A Reiki session is gentle and calming. There is no need to remove clothing and no physical manipulation of muscles.

Sessions are adapted to the individual and focus on creating a relaxed, comfortable environment.

Reiki Appointments in Canvey Island

Reiki treatments are offered by appointment only.

Call: 07745 986186
Email: info@massageinsouthend.co.uk

You can also view our complementary therapies for more options.

Aromatherapy Massages

Aromatherapy is the systematic use of essential oils in holistic treatments to improve physical and emotional well being and has been practised for thousand years, dating back to ancient Egyptian times.

Essential oils extracted from plants possess distinctive therapeutic properties which can be used to improve health and prevent disease.

Aromatherapy Massages with natural plant oils are especially effective in the treatment of stress-related problems and a variety of chronic conditions.

If you are affected by stress in your daily life, call The Ark: Massage in Southend on 01702 710531 to discuss how aromatherapy massages could make a real difference.

Indian Head Massages

Originally practised by the women of India, who have used it for centuries as a means of keeping their long hair in a healthy condition by increasing the sebum production of the hair follicles., Indian Head Massages are based on the Ayurvedic system of healing.

According to Wikipedia: “Champissage, also known as an Indian head massage (possibly a portmanteau of chāmpi, the Hindi term for the practice, and massage) is a trademarked term for an alternative medicine massage therapy. In champissage, the head, neck and face are massaged with the purpose of manipulating energy channels. The goal is to clear blocks in these energy channels that cause a build-up of negative energy that are purported to cause ailments. The belief is when the energy does not flow properly, negative energy builds up, causing common ailments, including stress, pain and nociception pains and aches, and baldness or hair loss. Champissage is practiced all over Europe.”

The technique was brought to the west in the 1970s by Narendra Mehta, a young Indian man, who became blind when he was one year old. and experienced the benefits during his childhood. He came to England to train as a physical therapist but returned home, in 1978, to study the benefits and practice of champissage, extending it to include the face, neck, and shoulders and developing a sequence of specific movements which he then brought back to England, although a quarter of a century on, the treatment may vary from one therapist to the next.

The head massage can be performed almost anywhere with the patient comfortably seated and fully clothed. Massage, Shiatsu and Acupressure techniques are used on the scalp, neck, shoulders, arms, hands and face, helping to eliminate muscular tension, rebalance the energy and stimulate the supply of nutrients to the tissues. This, in turn, promotes the removal of the metabolic waste which can cause stress and muscular pain within the body. Treatments normally last between 20 and 45 minutes and allow an opportunity for the client to sit quietly for a few moments once the massage has been completed.

By relaxing muscular tension and increasing joint mobility and flexibility in the neck and shoulders, Indian Head Massages can alleviate problems with eye strain, headaches and other stress-related disorders, leaving the recipient calm and ready to rejoin the hustle of daily life.

Indian Head Massages should be avoided if the patient has suffered with thrombosis, embolism or spondylosis. It is also contra-indicated if there has been any form of recent surgery or an injury to the head or neck.

After a treatment some clients may notice aching muscles, dizziness and fatigue. They may also experience the urge to urinate more frequently as the body eliminates the released waste materials and toxins.

If you suffer with regular headaches or stiff shoulders, call The Ark: Massage in Southend and Leigh on 01702 710531 to discuss the beneficial effects of Indian Head Massages.

Massage and Cellulite

Cellulite formation is different for each person and, due to constant body fluctuations, can appear at different times or localities.

Massage can be used to manipulate these harmless deposits between muscles and skin, using Myofascial release, increasing venous and lymphatic drainage, and stimulating the stretch reflex of overlying fascia.

Alternatively, cellulite control can be achieved through aromatherapy massage by a qualified practitioner using a carefully prepared blend of essential oils.

However, both methods of massage and cellulite control require the added assistance of some lifestyle changes.