Holistic Treatment

Aromatherapy

The use of aromatherapy is a healing process, which treats the body and the mind of the person.  It is an ancient art, which has surfaced many times throughout the centuries.  Egyptians were the first known to use aromatherapy, in particular for mummification using frankincense, cedar wood and myrrh.

Essential oils are extracted from natural sources using a variety of processes including ; expression, which uses pressure mainly on citrus fruits; enfleurage, involving glass sheets coated in fat which absorbs the essence mainly used for delicate flowers.  Other methods include maceration, extraction, rectification, distillation and resinoids.

The most effective use of aromatherapy is through the medium of massage, which allows the oils to be absorbed directly through  the skin.  A full body massage includes the back, legs , abdomen, décolletage, face and scalp

Some of the conditions, which can be helped by aromatherapy, include stress, tension, muscle fatigue, insomnia, headaches and a wide variety of other problems.

Back Treatment - £22.00

Full Body – £36.00

Course of 5 treatments - £150.00

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage is a traditional Indian technique of treating the upper back, neck, shoulders, face and scalp.

Women who used oils such as sesame, coconut and mustard oil to help keep the hair strong, lustrous and in beautiful condition originally developed the techniques.  In India, a head massage is traditionally performed as part of the treatment given by barbers and masseurs and is commonly seen being performed on street corners, markets and the beach.

Indian head massage works on both a physical and psychological level.  The techniques used represent a de-stressing programme for the whole body.

By massaging the head and shoulders, energies will become rebalanced and a general feeling of relaxation will be achieved for the whole body.

Indian head massage can improve blood flow to the head and neck which increase the distribution of nutrients to encourage healing within the whole body.

Some of the problems which can be helped include eyestrain, headaches, poor concentration, physical and mental fatigue, reduced joint mobility and other stress related conditions.

Full Treatment - £30.00

Reflexology

Reflexology is a method for activating the healing powers of the body.  It is both old and new.  From ancient texts, illustrations and artefacts, we know that the early Chinese, Japanese, Indians, Russians and Egyptians worked on the feet to promote good health.

Reflexology deals with the principles that there are reflex areas in the hands and feet, which correspond to all the glands, organs and parts of the body.

The reflexes in the feet are actually a reflection of body parts.  The concept that there is a definite relationship between areas of the feet and other body parts, makes reflexology unique.  Stimulation of reflex areas in the feet causes reactions in corresponding points of the body.

When the body is healthy and functions are unimpeded homeostasis results.  Disease (dis-ease) results due to upsets  in homeostasis and consequently bodily functions are put out of balance.

The effects of reflexology include relaxation, improved blood supply, relief from headaches, sinus congestion, eye problems, back problems and a range of other stress related conditions.

Reflexology - £28.00

Course of 5 treatments - £120.00

Swedish Body Massage

Swedish Massage is a vigorous form of massage, encompassing movements such as kneading, wringing and hacking to thoroughly stimulate the tissues and functions of the body.

Muscle condition is improved through increased nutrition and oxygen supply, postural faults may be corrected and relaxation achieved.

The heat produced through massage speeds the breakdown and dispersion of fatty tissue along with an increase in the metabolism.

Other physiological effects include improved lung and nerve function, smoother action of the digestive tract and improved skin condition.

On a psychological level the relief from tension and pain is incredible, a true sense of relaxation is achieved through massage.  Mental stress and irritability can be reduced and often relieved.

Back Treatment - £20.00

Full Body - £34.00