What conditions can remedial massage help with?Pain, muscle tension, reduced flexibility and range of motion.
Injury recovery and rehabilitation. Chronic illness including pain associated with fibromyalgia. Headaches and migraines. Neck, back and shoulder pain. Mental health, stress, anxiety and trauma. Postural issues. General well-being. Do I have to get undressed?You are in control of what state of undress you prefer during the massage. Many techniques rely on skin contact and commonly people remain in their underwear whilst draped with towels. However massage can be delivered to you if you are fully clothed.
If you have questions about what to (or not to) wear, it's best to discuss it with me beforehand. What health and other information do you need?I collect basic health and well-being information prior to the first appointment using an online form. This form will guide you to provide any relevant information. You will also be asked if you want to discuss anything with regards to any touch related triggers, sensory issues or trauma.
If you identify anything on the information form which might impact the treatment, I will discuss these things with you beforehand. Is remedial massage painful?More painful does not mean more effective. All forms of body work have the potential to cause pain at the time or for a period after a treatment. If you are uncomfortable or unsure about pain before, during or after a treatment, please speak to me as soon as you are able.
Do you have any areas of specialty?The following are areas of special focus in my practice informed by training, scientific research and lived experience.
Trauma and anxiety: using evidence based techniques informed by polyvagal theory, specialists such as Bessel Van Der Kolk & Stanley Rosenberg. Neck pain and headaches: using various techniques including myofascial release, trigger points, PNF stretching and working with the autonomic nervous system. Lower back pain: with consideration of the role of the hips, musculoskeletal structures and nerves, and your daily activities, including stretching and deep tissue release. Mobility and flexibility: using PNF and deep tissue techniques to improve your body’s musculoskeletal function which can be especially useful for dancers and athletes. |
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