THE SOOTHING EFFECTS
OF MASSAGE
Massage benefits both mind body and spirit. .
It is rare that we take an hour to lie down,
close our eyes and just 'be'.
An hour's peace and quiet
away from ringing phones and
demanding children has a
definite restorative effect.
There are many different types
of strokes that can be used
when giving a massage.
Some of them are gentle finger tip
touches and they work all they way
down the line to a deep tissue massage.
These strokes can vary in their
speed and pressure and using
a combination of them can make
for the most effective massage.
There are many different
ways to Massage....
this link has a wonderful
selection for You
to see ....
http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?rlz=1T4ADFA_enZA363ZA364&hl=en&q=cache:xhEhqqEI44MJ:http://www.massagetherapy101.com/massage-techniques/massage-techniques.aspx+massage+techniques&ct=clnk
http://www.lovingtouch.com/
Are There Any Reasons
I Would Not Be Able
To Have A Massage
There are a number of factors
which preclude massage,
for example if the you
are ill and/or has a fever.
You are also advised not
to drink alcohol or take drugs
(unless by prescription!)
in the 24 hours before
and after the massage.
This could affect the liver
and kidneys as in addition
to the toxins released by
the massage they will also be
trying to cope with toxins from the drug.
People with some conditions
(such as cancer)
may be treated only
with consent from their GP.
Your therapist will advise you,
as the list is quite extensive.
Holistic massage
One of the first questions
I get asked about holistic massage is
"What does holistic mean?"
Holistic means 'whole'
(it has Greek roots for those
interested in the Etymology!).
So this form of massage deals
with you as a 'whole'.
Like other therapies,
it is not just looking to
treat the symptoms,
but to establish the cause,
whether it be internal or external.
The aim is to rebalance
the body so it achieves balance.
The training for the therapist
is quite extensive,
as it not only covers massage,
but also anatomy and physiology,
nutrition and general health.
It benefits the mind, body
and Spirit .
Massage relaxes taut muscles,
aids lympathic drainage,
releases toxins and
benefits the "whole" in
many other positive ways.
Physical and emotional stress
can be reduced through
therapeutic touch and a
myriad of other restrictive
problems can also be alleviated.
Daily life impacts on
our body in many ways.
Although we can easily become
tired, stressed, anxious and exhausted
we seldom create the space
to explore the therapeutic form
of beneficial relaxation.
Holistic massage can create
instant improvement in
the quality of sleep
and concentration,
improve circulation and
waste removal and
encourage deeper,
more relaxed breathing,
and is an accessible
treatment for all ages.
The medical benefits are very well
documented with hundreds
of books and websites
devoted to the health benefits.
You don't need a medical reason
to enjoy massage though.
A regular massage –
weekly if you can manage it,
will keep the body tuned.
People groom daily,
looking after their external appearance.
Massage is like grooming
for the inside,
and if the inside is in good shape,
it will shine
through the outside too!
OF MASSAGE
Massage benefits both mind body and spirit. .
It is rare that we take an hour to lie down,
close our eyes and just 'be'.
An hour's peace and quiet
away from ringing phones and
demanding children has a
definite restorative effect.
There are many different types
of strokes that can be used
when giving a massage.
Some of them are gentle finger tip
touches and they work all they way
down the line to a deep tissue massage.
These strokes can vary in their
speed and pressure and using
a combination of them can make
for the most effective massage.
There are many different
ways to Massage....
this link has a wonderful
selection for You
to see ....
http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?rlz=1T4ADFA_enZA363ZA364&hl=en&q=cache:xhEhqqEI44MJ:http://www.massagetherapy101.com/massage-techniques/massage-techniques.aspx+massage+techniques&ct=clnk
http://www.lovingtouch.com/
Are There Any Reasons
I Would Not Be Able
To Have A Massage
There are a number of factors
which preclude massage,
for example if the you
are ill and/or has a fever.
You are also advised not
to drink alcohol or take drugs
(unless by prescription!)
in the 24 hours before
and after the massage.
This could affect the liver
and kidneys as in addition
to the toxins released by
the massage they will also be
trying to cope with toxins from the drug.
People with some conditions
(such as cancer)
may be treated only
with consent from their GP.
Your therapist will advise you,
as the list is quite extensive.
Holistic massage
One of the first questions
I get asked about holistic massage is
"What does holistic mean?"
Holistic means 'whole'
(it has Greek roots for those
interested in the Etymology!).
So this form of massage deals
with you as a 'whole'.
Like other therapies,
it is not just looking to
treat the symptoms,
but to establish the cause,
whether it be internal or external.
The aim is to rebalance
the body so it achieves balance.
The training for the therapist
is quite extensive,
as it not only covers massage,
but also anatomy and physiology,
nutrition and general health.
It benefits the mind, body
and Spirit .
Massage relaxes taut muscles,
aids lympathic drainage,
releases toxins and
benefits the "whole" in
many other positive ways.
Physical and emotional stress
can be reduced through
therapeutic touch and a
myriad of other restrictive
problems can also be alleviated.
Daily life impacts on
our body in many ways.
Although we can easily become
tired, stressed, anxious and exhausted
we seldom create the space
to explore the therapeutic form
of beneficial relaxation.
Holistic massage can create
instant improvement in
the quality of sleep
and concentration,
improve circulation and
waste removal and
encourage deeper,
more relaxed breathing,
and is an accessible
treatment for all ages.
The medical benefits are very well
documented with hundreds
of books and websites
devoted to the health benefits.
You don't need a medical reason
to enjoy massage though.
A regular massage –
weekly if you can manage it,
will keep the body tuned.
People groom daily,
looking after their external appearance.
Massage is like grooming
for the inside,
and if the inside is in good shape,
it will shine
through the outside too!
We Love these magical little Friends ...
besides smelling so refreshing ,
They have proved to be
such incredible Healers ..
Arnica Oil , Clary-Sage ,Tea Tree and
Lavender are the most used of all ...
Clary -Sage has helped with all
" Female Problems " ...
Tea Tree cures all insect bites , scratches , skin
problems , rashes , fungal problems
( including Candida )
( including Candida )
and has healed dog bites and bad cuts ,
that needed stitches ...
We have found that a drop or two on Our
pillows , chases mosquitos away !
Lavender soothes and calms ...
especially on a hot day ...
also wonderful for burns and headaches .
And of course , Our muscles would not cope with
all the creating We do if it was not for Arnica Oil...
a true Miracle for spasms and aches ,
as well as for muscle injuries .
" Aromatherapy " is a modern name for
the ancient knowledge of healing
and improving health using
fragrant, natural ingredients.
These ingredients, called essential oils are
These ingredients, called essential oils are
found in herbs, plants, flowers, fruits
and the bark, roots or resin of some trees.
Aromatherapy has several
therapeutic benefits:
for beauty, general well-being,
emotional help
and certain illnesses.
Treatments have also
gained popularity as an effective,
natural method of stress relief.
Aromatherapy can help anyone with a busy,
pressurized lifestyle and certain
essesntial oils can help people feel
more relaxed or energised.
Massage is one of the most effective ways
to use aromatherapy, combined with
the senses of touch and smell,
it produces
instant physical and mental benefits.
The warm skin-on-skin friction
from massage
causes essential oils to be absorbed
quickly and makes them more aromatic.
Generally speaking essential oils can
be classed as ‘effectors’ –
bringing about
a stimulation of the body’s own
healing mechanisms.
Essential oils vary in therapeutic qualities.
Most are antiseptic, some are
effective at fighting
effective at fighting
viral and fungal infections, some are
anti-inflammatory or analgesic
(painkilling) and some affect
the hormonal system.
the hormonal system.
Increased circulation and
oxygenation of the
oxygenation of the
blood can be brought about by
certain essential oils,
and this in turn assists with
cell regeneration.
cell regeneration.
In general aromatherapy
makes us feel good,
makes us feel good,
and when we're feeling well
the immune system
the immune system
is likely to be at it's most
effective making it
effective making it
less probable for us to become ill."
.... Sharon Jones ....
The Most important reference
Book to have ...
" The Fragrant Pharmacy "
by Valerie Ann Worwood
More Aromatherapy info at ...
http://www.aromaweb.com/
http://www.essentialoils.co.za/
http://www.holisticonline.com/
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