Massage therapy is a manual form of therapy that kneads or manipulates muscles, soft tissue, muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia in order to improve a person’s wellbeing or health.
Massage therapy is one of the oldest healing traditions in the world. In addition to the relief of pain, it is also used for rehabilitation and self-care purposes, proving itself to be a holistic healing method.
Massage therapy relaxes muscle tissues, which reduces contractions around nerves (causing nerve compression) and spasms. It causes the nervous system to relax, increases circulation and normalisation of soft tissues.
Pregnancy is hard enough mentally and emotionally, without all the added pain, tiredness and stiffness that comes along with it. Massage is a proven solution to not only ease the pain in your body, but also reduce headaches, sciatica, SIJ pain & carpal tunnel.
Along with Pregnancy massage, lymphatic drainage techniques is used to reduce swelling in joints.
There are different techniques used in every trimester of pregnancy so be sure to let our team know how many weeks/months you are into your pregnancy.
Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the drainage of lymph nodes and movement of lymph fluids around the body. It can help relieve lymphedema.
The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from body tissues. Some health conditions can cause lymph fluid to build up. Lymphatic drainage massages can benefit people with lymphedema, fibromyalgia, or other conditions.
The lymphatic system plays a key role in the body’s immune defences.
Lymphatic fluid flows through lymph vessels, which connect lymph nodes. As it passes through the lymph nodes, white blood cells trap and destroy harmful particles, such as bacteria.
Like blood in the circulatory system, lymphatic fluid is always moving. If it stops, swelling can occur, as lymph fluid builds up, often in the arms or legs. Health experts call this lymphedema.
As each person and issue is unique, our massage therapists will ask you detailed questions about your problem, health history, medications that you are currently taking and concerns.
According to the information that you give, your massage therapist will advise you on how they will treat you.
Your therapy will involve the kneading, manipulation and movement of your muscles, tendons and ligaments. Your muscle tissues will relax, causing your contraction, spasm and nerve compression pain to reduce.
Depending on the type of problem you have and your medical history, your massage therapist may use the following methods to treat you.
● Lymphatic Drainage ● Deep tissue ● Reflexology ● Remedial ● Sports ● Neuromuscular ● Shiatsu ● Trigger Point ● Relaxation
Massage therapists use the manipulation of muscles, tendons and ligaments to reduce stress, anxiety, pain, relax the muscles and rehabilitate injuries.
It can be used as a mechanism to manage pain, reduce levels of cortisol (stress-inducing hormone) and increase dopamine and serotonin.
Massage therapists can help with the following issues.
● Back pain ● Headaches ● Osteoarthritis ● Depression ● Anxiety
● Soft tissue injuries ● Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) ● High blood pressure ● Insomnia
In addition to helping several ailments, massage therapy is beneficial for the body, soul and mind in the following ways.
● Reduced muscle tension ● Improved circulation ● Stimulation of the lymphatic system
● Reduction of cortisol ● Increased levels of dopamine and serotonin
● Increased joint mobility and flexibility ● Improved skin tone ● Heightened mental alertness
Due to these benefits, massage therapy can also be effective at helping persons cope with current illnesses such as:
● a chronic disease or condition or,
● a life-threatening illness such as cancer.
Massage therapists are primary contact practitioners, meaning that you can visit one without a referral from your GP.
However, if you are being treated through Workers’ Compensation, Chronic Disease Management, Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) or Compulsory Third Party Insurance after a car accident, then please bring your GP’s referral to your initial appointment.
Depending on the type of private health insurance that you have, you may be able to claim your session. Contact your private health insurance provider for more information