We should probably note here that when you come for a deep tissue massage, you come both to be relaxed as well as to maybe tackle particular physical or muscular problems. You’re unlikely to go to sleep (although it has been known!), but you also shouldn’t be flinching in pain. The treatments are intended to be a relaxing yet therapeutic blend. As such, those who suffer with anxiety and stress related issues will find a multitude of benefits, not least a better quality of sleep and a greater mental clarity.

 

This treatment can be combined with stress management, clinical or holistic aromatherapy, and some aspects of Indian head massage can be utilised to make it more pampering and relaxing.

 

There are some precautions where massage is not recommended. These include the following:

·         Infectious skin rashes, disease or large open wounds.

·         Massage should not be performed directly over areas of inflamed skin, open wounds, damaged nerves recent fractures, large or deep bruises, tumours or abdominal hernias.

·         Immediately following major surgery, or treatment such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy – unless recommended by your doctor.

·         Those prone to osteoporosis should consult their GP, and also if you are prone to DVT or blood clots – if there are existing clots, there is a risk of them being dislodged. Serious bleeding disorders are also a risk factor and should have GP permission, as should damaged blood vessels.

·         Fever – if you have a fever you should not have a treatment.

·         Very low blood pressure is a risk factor, and should be mentioned to the therapist before treatment commences.

·         Pregnancy – massage during pregnancy is fine, but it is always useful to mention this at the time of booking so the room can be set up correctly.

 

Session length – most sessions are 60 minutes in duration. If you have a complex medical history, a 90 minute first session is recommended. For those suffering with chronic problems (IE chronic pain), a series of sessions is sometimes recommended, however your therapist will usually make a decision on your second appointment when it is clear how you have reacted to the treatment.

We should probably note here that when you come for a deep tissue massage, you come both to be relaxed as well as to maybe tackle particular physical or muscular problems. You’re unlikely to go to sleep (although it has been known!), but you also shouldn’t be flinching in pain. The treatments are intended to be a relaxing yet therapeutic blend. As such, those who suffer with anxiety and stress related issues will find a multitude of benefits, not least a better quality of sleep and a greater mental clarity.

 

This treatment can be combined with stress management, clinical or holistic aromatherapy, and some aspects of Indian head massage can be utilised to make it more pampering and relaxing.

 

There are some precautions where massage is not recommended. These include the following:

·         Infectious skin rashes, disease or large open wounds.

·         Massage should not be performed directly over areas of inflamed skin, open wounds, damaged nerves recent fractures, large or deep bruises, tumours or abdominal hernias.

·         Immediately following major surgery, or treatment such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy – unless recommended by your doctor.

·         Those prone to osteoporosis should consult their GP, and also if you are prone to DVT or blood clots – if there are existing clots, there is a risk of them being dislodged. Serious bleeding disorders are also a risk factor and should have GP permission, as should damaged blood vessels.

·         Fever – if you have a fever you should not have a treatment.

·         Very low blood pressure is a risk factor, and should be mentioned to the therapist before treatment commences.

·         Pregnancy – massage during pregnancy is fine, but it is always useful to mention this at the time of booking so the room can be set up correctly.

 

Session length – most sessions are 60 minutes in duration. If you have a complex medical history, a 90 minute first session is recommended. For those suffering with chronic problems (IE chronic pain), a series of sessions is sometimes recommended, however your therapist will usually make a decision on your second appointment when it is clear how you have reacted to the treatment.