THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
SWEDISH MASSAGE THERAPY
"Swedish Massage" refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones.
The therapist moves the strokes in the same direction as the flow of blood, returning it to the heart. Swedish massage was developed in the 1700's by a Swedish doctor named Per Henrik Ling.
Benefits of Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is relaxing and yet can be invigorating. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, it removes toxins from the soft tissues which can be flushed out of the body.
Its good for recovery of injury and overuse, it can de-stress and promotes health and well being.
Purpose of Swedish Massage
The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. Swedish Massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management. It also has many specific medical uses.
Swedish massage techniques include: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and shaking motions.
Massage decreases stress level many of us find ourselves in a constant state of hyper-alertness as we try to respond to the stresses of day-to-day living.
Massage acts directly on the nervous system, it both relaxes and stretches painful and tight muscles. It gently separates individual fibers that may have become bound and knotted together. Once your muscles are relaxed you may find that you can move more freely, breathe more deeply, making it more likely for your muscles to remain in their new-found flexible state.
Massage improves joint mobility and health. It can help increase range of motion in your joints by releasing muscle tension around them. It stimulates the healthy production of the joint's natural lubrication.
Massage can help ease secondary pain
Massage can relieve secondary pain that builds up around a primary source of pain which can even sometimes last longer than the original cause. Headaches brought about by tense shoulder and neck muscles, pain and tingling that travels down your leg as a result of tight low back muscles or arthritis are just a few examples. Massage increases vitality, energy and alertness.
Success Story
I have been having weekly massages from James at Holistic Touch for the last three months. Before the treatment I couldn’t sleep long because of a bad back and my neck was affected badly when cycling long distances.
Now I can sleep with no pain at all and I am not losing money to have days off work with bad backs. My cycle training is now on target and I look forward to thousands of miles in the saddle this year.
I’m carrying on with weekly sessions to prevent any injuries occurring.
Well done to Holistic Touch
Kevin H. (York) 
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
This form of massage once we have relaxed the superfical muscles goes deeper in to the underlying tissues than Swedish massage, Deep Tissue Massage increases circulation throughout the body.
It cleanses your body of waste products that can cause fatigue and soreness. Massage promotes restful sleep. Many people find that massage helps with accomplishing a full night's rest. Massage helps the body and mind relax, and it's a great way to end a hectic day.
Massage releases your natural endorphins that reduce pain and give feel-good factor. Is a great way to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system and so lowering the pulse, slowing breathing and, in general, chilling you out.
By assisting in breaking down of scar tissue & adhesions and improved blood circulation massage speeds up the elimination of waste products which in effect promotes healing.
It can also benefit those suffering from PMT, menopausal symptoms, skin complaints and in respiratory ailments, as well as being useful in the treatment of depression and emotional traumas.
For relief from aches and pain different massage techniques are applied some working deep into the tissues and fibres of the muscles and tendons. The depth of pressure is always under the clients control, whilst deep its the technique and not brute strength that gets results.
I had been suffering from lower back pain for years in fact its been difficult to sleep on my back for the last fifteen. But now thanks to James sleeping is so much mor comfortable. Now I keep regular treatments to ensure it stays that way.
Micheal C. York
I had an accident at my gym and hurt my shoulder, after nine weeks of pain I discovered Holistic Touch and I am now enjoying a speedy recovery.
Thanks
Lynn B. York
I suffered from a bad lower back and shoulder for years thinking that I had to put up with it, but not any more
Adrian P. Harrogate.
SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPY
Sports massage therapy treatment includes manipulative work, stretching, pre-training, post-training and sports injuries. It works on different levels according to your needs.
Pre-event sports massage therapy takes place before an event (or workout), as part of warming up, Pre-event sports massage therapy warms up the muscles - getting the blood circulation going and allowing longer workout with reduced risk of injury, increased flexibility and greater range of motion .
Post event sports massage therapy takes place after the event to reduce the muscle spasms and metabolic build up that occurs after intensive exercise. Post-event sports massage therapy relieves muscle cramps and spasm, by jumpstarting the process of removing lactic acid build up in muscles that occurs with exercise.
Maintenance sports massage therapy is designed to help the athlete reach peak performance through a routine program of massage and stretching techniques. Rehabilitation sports massage therapy aids in the management of both acute and chronic injuries. These benefits are valuable not only for athletes, but for anyone who works out on a regular basis.
Maintenance or rehabilitation sports massage therapy increases flexibility and range of motion, reducing muscle scar tissue formation, muscle soreness, stiffness, cramps and pain. Maintenance sports massage therapy recharges and renews the body and reduces the risk of injury.
Top competing athletes are increasingly using sports massage therapy as part of their training program to help during pre and post events, prevention and management of injury and rehabilitation. It involves manipulation of soft tissues (connective tissue, muscle, skin, ligaments and tendons). It tends to be deeper and more concentrated than other massage and involves techniques of stretching, compression, friction and toning.
It is designed to assist in correcting musculoskeletal imbalances and problems in soft tissue, which have been caused during strenuous activity and trauma. The application of Sports Massage Therapy aims to aid recovery, prevent injury and enhance physical performance.
It specializes in problems with muscles injured either on the sports field or in day-to-day activities.
BENEFITS
Physical
Improves muscle flexibility
Relieves muscle tension
Improves the ability of stretching muscles
Reduces muscle spasm
Improves scar tissue formation
Reduces swelling
Physiological
Increases blood and lymph flow
Improves oxygen and nutrients supply to tissues
Improves waste removal
Relieves pain
Stimulates the nervous system
Psychological
Relieves tension and anxiety
Pain relief
Stimulates physical activity
Whether an elite athlete, serious competitor or just someone who loves their sport, we all at times over do things, or get injured.
Sports massage provides an ideal opportunity to quickly get back on track, and relieve pains and discomfort. It can also enhance your performance.
The techniques used in Sports Massage Therapy aid recovery and are ususally able to pin point the precise area of concern. Coupled with gentle stretching you may find that even those long term aches and pains are eased.
We offer both pre and post event sessions as well as injury and over use treatments. Treatments also assist in removing stress and pre event tensions, by using precision methods we can isolate the effected area for quicker treatments and faster relief.
So if your a Sunday morning jogger, regular gym user or are preparing for your first marathon then call in for a free constultation.
ARE YOU A MEMBER OF A SPORTS CLUB OR ARE YOU PLANNING A SPORTS EVENT?
WE MAYBE ABLE TO OFFER ON-SITE THERAPIES TO SUPPORT YOUR TEAM, OR ASSIST IN THEIR PREPERATION IN THE RUN UP FOR THAT BIG EVENT
PLEASE CONTACT US (Special rates maybe available, especially if a charity event)Whether an elite athlete, serious competitor or just someone who loves their sport, we all at times over do things, or get injured.
Sports massage provides an ideal opportunity to quickly get back on track, and relieve pains and discomfort. It can also enhance your performance.
The techniques used in Sports Massage Therapy aid recovery and are ususally able to pin point the precise area of concern. Coupled with gentle stretching you may find that even those long term aches and pains are eased.
We offer both pre and post event sessions as well as injury and over use treatments. Treatments also assist in removing stress and pre event tensions, by using precision methods we can isolate the effected area for quicker treatments and faster relief.
So if your a Sunday morning jogger, regular gym user or are preparing for your first marathon then call in for a free constultation.
ARE YOU A MEMBER OF A SPORTS CLUB OR ARE YOU PLANNING A SPORTS EVENT?
WE MAYBE ABLE TO OFFER ON-SITE THERAPIES TO SUPPORT YOUR TEAM, OR ASSIST IN THEIR PREPERATION IN THE RUN UP FOR THAT BIG EVENT
PLEASE CONTACT US (Special rates maybe available, especially if a charity event) "Sports Therapy" I attended Holistic Touch with what I thought were problems with my back,
however after an initial consultation with James we concluded that I had
problems with my shoulders. I attended weekly half an hour sessions and
gradually the pain and discomfort subsided, this allowed better performance
in my running and has generally made me more comfortable.
I now attend monthly sessions to keep on top of any stiffness which may be
developing, I would highly recommend any one with aches, pains or
discomfort to go to James for help. He is highly knowledgeable, friendly
and professional. I only wish I had went sooner!
Clare, 23 yr old, runner.
"Sports Injury" My shoulder injury was an absolute nightmare, but James just seemed to pinpoint the problem straight away and with each treatment gave me back mobility and freed me of any tension. I would like to say a big thank you, I know exactly where to go if I incur any other fitness related injury, or indeed if I just feel like a relaxing massage. Once again, Many Thanks.
Lynn B
