Massage is often perceived as being all about relaxation and pleasure – everyone knows how great a neck massage or foot rub can feel. But by using the right techniques you can go far to promoting health and general well being too.
Remedial massage or bodywork consists of a variety of techniques to release restrictions in muscle and soft tissue. Tight tissue can pull joints out of alignment, affect posture and refer pain to different parts of the body as well as at the point of the problem.
When working with a client I can address their particular problems and tailor the treatment accordingly, using techniques such as trigger point therapy, myofascial release and hot and cold stones.
Conditions that respond really well to massage therapy are:
v Repetitive strain, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow
v Temporomandibularjoint disorder (TMJ)
v Neck and shoulder pain, frozen shoulder
v Low back pain, hip pain, sciatic pain
v Knee and foot pain, plantar fasciitis
v Headaches/migraines, stress
I have experience of working with MS sufferers and the main thing that I’ve learnt is that every sufferer has a different story to tell. There is definitely no set treatment plan to follow. Every session involves working to identify and alleviate problem areas. Effective treatment is a case of seeing what works and what doesn’t – ranging from deep tissue work, energy work, using hot or cold, mobilisation and stretching. Treatments need to be tailored to how the client is feeling that day and what is going on around them.
As much as targeting specific problem areas, relaxation and stress relief is just as important and can indeed be the sole purpose of the treatment – just having some ‘time out’ and nurturing touch can be so beneficial and help you to re-connect with your body.
From my experience, treating MS sufferers is a real challenge, but extremely rewarding to be able to help and hopefully make a real difference.
Alice
07894 630450
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