Swedish Massage
A soothing therapeutic massage using gentle to medium pressure, primarily aimed at relieving muscle tension and relaxing both mind and body. This holistic and nurturing technique provides a calming and balancing treatment to rejuvenate and restore.
Back, Neck & Shoulders £40 / 40 minutes
What happens during a treatment?
During a Swedish Massage treatment, I will ensure you feel comfortable and warm before we begin. You will be required to be partially undressed but covered with a towel and blanket. Oil or lotion will be used to help lubricate the skin for the massage. Please note that this is not an intense, deep tissue or sports massage and more of a gentler method. This holistic massage type involves long, flowing strokes, as well as kneading, effleurage and tapping. Swedish massage is great for relieving aches and pains, lessening muscle toxins, improving flexibility, boosting circulation and increasing blood oxygenation. Mental health benefits also include helping to reduce stress hormone levels which is done by the relaxing effect the massaging strokes have on the body. Swedish massage can also increase dopamine and serotonin levels which improve one’s mood.
Swedish Massage can help with:
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Reducing muscle tension and aches
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Increasing blood circulation
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Supporting your immune system
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Enhancing sleep
What to expect in your first Swedish Massage visit?
Before
Prior to your visit we will have a brief chat over the phone or by email/messenger to check that Swedish Massage is suitable for you and your treatment goals and why you are having the treatment, for example; relaxation, reducing muscle tension, boosting energy, stress relief, overall wellbeing etc).
A Client Assessment Form is then emailed to you for completion prior to your appointment.
During
We'll begin the session by having a brief chat about your Client Assessment Form and discuss any particular areas of focus.
I will then leave the room to give you time to undress and to lay down on the treatment bed under a towel or blanket and to get comfortable.
During treatment I will uncover the part of the body that I will work on and re-cover it afterwards. At the start of the massage I will check in with you to make sure the pressure is right. If you experience any discomfort, sensitivity or require a firmer or gentler pressure just let me know.
At the end of your treatment, I will leave the room to give you privacy to get dressed and will offer you a glass of water so that you are hydrated.