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 THERAPIES
Our range of therapies include:
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- Ancient Thai Massage
Ancient Thai is an ancient therapeutic procedure which provides relaxation,
balance in the body's various centres, healthy blood circulation and an overall
manipulation of the physical form and structure of the body.
It is a working of the pressure points, energy lines, and basic body forces
which together produce a highly therapeutic effect. The influence of yoga
is also present in the body positions and the stretching movements that are
part of Thai massage. It is performed on a floor mat, rather than on a raised
table. The client remains fully clothed throughout this treatment.
- Aromatherapy Massage
The use of naturally occurring essential oils enhances this treatment.
Often used as a treatment in themselves with different oils being applied
to different parts of the body. Pure essential oils have great healing properties.
- Chiropractic
Chiropractic connects the individual physically,mentally and emotionally
using the spine and nervous system and the innate healing power of the
body. A free flow of communication along this highway enables ones ability
to express, develop, and experience life fully therefore, well-being, increased
performance and greater personal expression are the natural by-products.
Chiropractic
has had positive results with infertility, helping reduce complications with
Birth, asthma, decreased immunity, ear infections, migraines
and musculoskeletal problems. .
- Business and Life Coaching
As a Personal and Business Coach trained with the Irish Lifecoach Institute,
Aidan offers you the opportunity to make transforming lifestyle changes. Coaching
has been proven to boost your levels of achievement and enjoyment in both
the work and home environments. With the help of a professional Personal or
Business Coach, these tools can produce immediate and ongoing results.
By working with a professional coach, you are accessing a specific and
powerful skill set that you can use to make changes and develop yourself
in the way you want to. Coaching works because it is personal, often intensive
and builds upon and refines your existing skills and talents.
- Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy is manipulation of the craniosacral system using
non-intrusive techniques. This therapy is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating
and enhancing the function of a physiological body system called the Craniosacral
system, which comprises the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround
and protect the brain and spinal cord.
Craniosacral therapy is a hands-on approach that involves "listening with
the fingers" to the body's subtle rhythms and any patterns of inertia
and congestion.
Some conditions that commonly respond well to treatment include:
- Asthma
- Emotional problems
- Back and neck pain
- Facial pain
- Menstrual pain
- Frozen shoulder
- Muscular aches and pains
- Chronic fatigue
- Headaches and migraines
- Sciatica
- Deep Tissue Massage
This approach is powerful and often painful although the benefits can
be great. It is helpful in restructuring the body, improving posture.
Deep Tissue Massage is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers
of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the
body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas,
either following or going across the fiber's of the muscles, tendons and fascia.
- Indian Head Massage
An Indian head massage is a great way to relax the muscles of your head,
neck and shoulders and helps to increase concentration.
Indian Head Massage is an ancient massage technique that originated in the
East and has been used for thousands of years. By working over the upper back,
shoulders, neck, head and releasing pressure points on the face, Indian Head
Massage provides you with the ultimate relaxing experience.
It can:
- Relieve muscular tension and fatigue
- Improve posture & flexibility
- Increase joint mobility
- Relieve eye strain, tinitus, jaw ache, sinus congestion, tension headache
and insomnia
- Help reduce blood pressure
- Increase circulation to the scalp, improving the condition of the hair.
The client is seated for this treatment.
- Pre-Natal Massage
Pre-natal massage is a natural, touch therapy treatment aimed at alleviating
pregnancy related symptoms, offering a wide range of benefits, which include
the following:
- Eases backaches, headaches, shoulder and neck aches that may be caused
by muscle tension and shifts in posture to accommodate increasing weight
- Decreases pain in the pelvic/hip area.
- Increases circulation
- Reduces fatigue
- Improves skin elasticity that can help reduce stretch marks
- Helps reduce swelling in such places as the hands
- Stabilises hormone levels by lessening anxiety
All expectant mothers should check with their doctors prior to getting a massage.
If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, or are on the early stages of
pregnancy (the first trimester), pre-natal massage may not be recommended.
It is important to share information about your condition and your preferences
with your therapist when you arrive for your appointment.
- Remedial Massage
As it is especially effective for reducing pain, Remedial Massage is
useful for treating strains, sprains, backache, painful joints and many other
types of conditions. It is deep tissue massage that removes blockages and
damaged cells left after injury, speeding up recovery and encouraging more
complete healing.
In combination with manipulative movements, massage can create the conditions
for the body's return to optimal health. It is also used to treat chronic
conditions, for example arthritis or curvature of the spine where massage
helps to manage the condition and enables the sufferer to lead an active life.
Many people use massage treatments on a regular basis to keep their body toned
for maximum health.
- Reflexology
Reflexology is a natural healing art, based on the principle that there
are reflexes in the feet and hands which correspond to every part of the body.
By stimulating and applying pressure to the feet or hands, you are increasing
circulation and promoting specific bodily and muscular functions.
Reflexology can be used as a self healing art as well. It can be used to balance
emotions, restore circulation throughout the physical body, and increase spiritual
awareness. While increasing circulation in the brain, it can improve concentration
and the ability to meditate. Reflexology can relieve insomnia and help in
lowering blood pressure.
- Reiki
The knowledge that an unseen energy flows through all living things and
is connected directly to the quality of health has been part of the wisdom
of many cultures since ancient times. The existence of this "life force
energy" has been verified by recent scientific experiments, and medical
doctors are considering the role it plays in the functioning of the immune
system and the healing process.
Reiki is a technique for stress reduction and relaxation that allows everyone
to tap into an unlimited supply of "life force energy" to improve
health and enhance the quality of life.
- Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese hands-on therapy and is an excellent
way to relax and de-stress. Shiatsu practitioners use a variety of techniques
to stimulate the flow of energy (ki) throughout the body, including pressure
along acupressure lines and points, stretches, rotation of the limbs and mobilisation
of the joints. Shiatsu can relieve a variety of conditions including headaches,
stiffness and tension, stress, insomnia, menstral problems, joint pain, anxiety
and depression. The patient remains fully clothed and treatments take place
on a mat or seated in a chair, so please wear loose, comfortable clothing.
- Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a special form of massage and is typically used before,
during, and after athletic events. The purpose of the massage is to prepare
the athlete for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling,
to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.
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