Holistic Massage
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Body massage has been practised for over 3,000 years and it can come in many forms depending on what it aims to target, from foot and head massages, to full-body massage.
What is holistic therapy?
Holistic originates from the Greek root holos, which translates as whole. Therefore, ‘holistic therapy’ is an umbrella term for any healthcare therapies and practices that treat the entire body and the whole person, rather than curing ailments in isolation as modern medicine does.
Holistic therapists view the human body as one, harmonious system and therefore believe that optimal health can only be achieved if the mind, body and spirit are balanced.
Body Massage
Body massage has been practised for over 3,000 years and it can come in many forms depending on what it aims to target, from foot and head massages, to full-body massage. It is a tried and tested method that comes with a variety of wellness benefits. Massage promotes relaxation and healing within the body.
How does it work?
Through a series of techniques, massage manipulates the body’s soft tissue, muscles and ligaments. This stimulation loosens stiff muscles and eases discomfort, improves circulation and encourages the body to produce endorphins that boost happiness.
Massage has the ability to increase blood flow throughout the body and more blood flow means more good stuff pumping around the body letting more oxygen and nutrients into body’s tissues and organs. Massage also encourages the body to eliminate waste products and toxins that can make us unwell.
What can it help with?
Relaxation aside, massage can be used to manage a range of physical and mental conditions and has been associated with:
- Reduced anxiety, depression and panic attacks
- Lesser back pain and inflammation in arthritis
- Rehabilitation after injury
- Reduced high blood pressure
- Boosted immunity and reduced fatigue
- Improved muscle flexibility
- Reduced headache pain
Massage is also an excellent complementary therapy for people with cancer or chronic health conditions such as Fibromyalgia. By targeting illness-related symptoms, massage can ease the emotional burden of such illnesses and therefore improve quality of life.
Releasing your body
MTI Certified Massage Therapist
Jitka holds an MTI-accredited Level 4 Diploma in Holistic Massage and a Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology. Her training includes Deep Tissue release, Trigger Point therapy, Pregnancy massage, Joint mobilisation as well as Seated and Side-lying work.