Mindful Massage – Your Total Relaxation in the Moment
Mindful massage is available here. A great mixture of 2 well known therapies that have lots of benefits to improve your wellbeing. Book today to have a totally relaxing experience of body and mind. 07979 814388
Blissful Hot Stone Massage in York UK – £40/30 mins £80/hour
Trained professionals provide you with a relaxing hot stone massage here in York. You can choose between an hour of dedicated lava stone therapy or as for a 1/2 hour add-on to another treatment. Just imagine nice hot stones warming your your oiled body from head to foot. Tempting isnt it? If you want to know more then please read on!
Myofascial Release Self Massage
Easy Myofascial Release Self Massage for Your Knee Pain This article is about a successful trial of 1, that being myself. With that in mind, there is no concrete evidence it works but, it did work well for me on my painful knee. So, I thought I should share it with you. Self-Massage – Myofascial […]
Touch During Massage is Wonderful & It Is Back
We human beings have missed being touched theraputically for a long time now. We peronalise the amount of pressure used so it feels great for you. Massage is now back so, it time for you to enjoy yourself freely again.
Myofascial Release Massage for Pain
Myofascial release massage works on tissues just under the skin called fascia. When fascia become damaged and or inflexible it can cause you pain. Techniques used in this therapy help to heal and stretch what were tight tissues. This can help with pain originating from here and can benefit you other ways too. There are […]
Indian Head Massage in York £35
Indian Head massage uses ancient techniques, to relax you and remove shoulder, neck and back tension caused by stress. It is applied in an armless chair with you seated. It can be performed fully clothed so, is less intimate than a full body massage.
Massage Stress Relief
Stress in the UK is Rising – It’s Time for Massage Stress Relief Stress at work has always been an issue. However, it has been rising over recent years. You will be happy to hear we have a possible solution for you, massage therapy for stress relief. Keeping your wellbeing in good order is important […]
Suffering Osteoarthritis & Knee Pain? Massage Can Help You
Knee osteoarthritis is a common condition that can be painful. Massage therapy and myofacsial release thechniques have proven benefitable for all sorts of osteoarthritis in many studies. Self-massage can help but, an experienced professional working on your knee will be better.
Back Muscles
The back is full of muscles. There are a good number of them. Lets look at some of the major ones that massage can help.
Massage Can Help Stiffness & Backache
When you are lifting or moving a lot muscles in your back can end up aching. There are many massage techniques that can help. Both gentle pressure and deep tissue strokes may be useful to you.
Catch The Dawn Chorus
Mindfully Catch The Dawn Chorus For a Great Start to Your Day Start your day right every day. Put a smile on your face and enjoy the moment. It’s really is just so very easy to do. We and those around us all gain benefit by being in a good mood. This is especially the […]
Osteoarthritis Pain Management Using Massage Therapy
Osteoarthritis affects many people. Research by authoritative scientific organisations on using massage to cope with the condition has taken place over the years. Results show pain reduction for sufferers.
Thigh Stiffness – Massage for Release of Tension in Hamstrings
Thigh Stiffness – Massage for Release of Tension in Hamstrings Massage has been proven to be helpful in the management of pain in the hamstrings. Your hamstrings are 3 muscles at the back of your thigh. They are in constant use when ever you are on your feet or doing sport. You can damage your […]
Mindfulness – Help With Autopilot Worry Negativity – Mindful Being
In todays fast paced world living in your head, on autopilot, with persistent negative worries is common. Lots of people in different walks of life live like this without actually realising it. Mindfulness can help by allowing you to spend meditative time giving yourself a choice of being on autopilot or simply being you. Personally I prefer the latter.
Back Massage for Men
Everybody loves a great back massage. It is an area the body where pain can be felt, especially the lower back, and tension can be held. Massage can help sooth both these issues.
Wringing Petrissage Stroke – How to Where to & Effects
Wringing Petrissage Stroke – How to Where to & Effects Wringing is what is termed a medium depth stroke. These are deeper strokes than effleurage that stimulate muscle tissue under the epidermis and dermis. It is done using 2 hands, pulling flesh and then pushing it together. Therapists may look like they are dancing as […]
Gratitude Makes For Better Relationships
Gratitude Can Help Make Your Relationships Better All relationships have ups and downs. If you both express gratitude, it will help you both. Simple things, like doing the washing up, can be taken for granted. Take note of what the other person does, show appreciation and it will keep your relationship in better place. There […]
Gratitude Diary
Help Yourself Toward Positive Thinking – Write a Gratitude Diary Your wellbeing and happiness in life can be helped by a few simple things. One of those things is keeping detailed notes a few times a week of the things you are grateful for. Try it. It does not take long and may help you […]
Letting Go Mindfully
Letting Go Can Help You be Mindful in the Moment Dwell on your feelings less and become more aware. Let go of your feelings and become more mindful. Holding onto negative feelings is like you drinking a poison and expecting another person to get ill. Just let them come and go. Let Go of Your […]
Kneading Strokes – Palmer Digital Thumb & Ulnar Border
Kneading Strokes – Palmer Digital Thumb & Ulnar Border Kneading is a petrissage stroke used generally after effluerage. The technique is similar in motion to kneading bread. It is a medium depth stroke that relaxes muscle tension and stimulates the skin. It can be done with palms, fingers, thumbs or the side of the hand. […]
Effleurage Massage Strokes
Effleurage is the lightest style of massage stroke. It is used at the beginning of a massage to spread oil over the body and to warm up superficial tissues. It is used as you move between areas of the body to make sure your client knows you are still there.
Massage Reduces High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Massage can lower high blood pressure. Many scientific papers offer evidence to prove this. Make an appointment today too sooth your blood pressure issues. 844 words, 4 minutes read time.
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Pain Relief Using Massage Therapy
Pain Relief Using Massage Therapy Many people popularly use massage therapy for pain relief. The main reason why is it seems to work for them. There are a number of scientific studies that prove massage works to reduce your pain. This form of treatment is certainly a great complementary, affordable, additional alternative to just taking […]
Reduce Your Stress with Massage
Reduce Your Stress – Book Today for Your Ulimate Stress Relief Massage definitely helps relieve tension from stress. Many scientific studies prove stress can be reduced by massage therapy. Stress is natural. We all have it. It has many causes. It becomes a problem when its symptoms overwhelm us.
Your Privacy & Being Comfortable is Important During Discreet Massage
We respect your privacy very much at Relaxing Massage in York. You can be covered in clean towels during a massage to keep you warm and for your privacy. To get the most benefit out of a treatment you have to be comfortable and that is also a top priority here. 702 words, 4 minutes read time.
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Tapotement Strokes – Percussion Massage Strokes
Tapotement (also called percussion) strokes are the most stimulating used in Swedish massage. I describe the techniques of hacking, cupping, beating and pummelling (also called pounding) and the benefits you get from them.
Massage Helps You Sleep
Massage can help you sleep better after a treatment. There is a a lot of scientific evidence of this and my clients will agree. I slept like a log is a common comment when I ask the the next day. Come for a treatment and find out for yourself. You will most likely enjoy a good night sleep after.
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History of Massage Time-line
Massage is a well tried and tested complementary therapy that has been around for litterally thousands of years. In Reading this time line we have produced for you, will give you a good idea of its documented origins in China, Egypt and India. Also how it has become more accepted in the modern age. 307 words, 2 minutes read time. Last edited 01/05/2025
History of Indian Head Massage (Champissage)
Indian Head massage (champissage or champi) was first recorded in the Ayurveda (Knowledge of Life) around 600BC. Originally it was the elder women of the family that practised champi. The practise was derived from grooming rituals back then. Oils can be used but, they don’t have to be. In 1978 Narendra Mehta came to study physiotherapy in England. When he had massages a head massage was missed out. So he went about creating what is now known as Indian Head massage.
Deep Tissue Massage in York £80 / Hour
Book the Best Deep Tissue Massage in York £80 / Hour Deep tissue massage can help most people in one way or another. It uses deep pressure that is applied slowly, stage by stage. It is particularly beneficial to those who have bodily aches and pains in muscles and joints. Sporty people with aching limbs […]
Deep Tissue Massage (DTM) Explained
Deep tissue massage, also called DTM is different to Swedish massage and has additional benefits. A masseur uses, different strokes to slowly apply deep pressure to deeper tissues. There are additional tools a masseur uses to apply these strokes.
£10 Off 1 Hour Swedish Massage Discount Voucher
Yes there are some great discounts available for your Relaxing Massage in York. Click to find out more.
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Ankle Joint and Foot Movement
Movement of the Ankle Joint and Foot Anyone can suffer from ankle mobility problems. The ankle is one of the most used joints in the body. Here we look at what movements the foot and ankle do and the muscles used by them in movements. To help someone, you must understand your subject first. Access […]
Holistic Aftercare Advice for Massage Clients
After a massage there is some basic, holistic advise that all clients should be made aware of. What this advise aims to do is make sure your treatment and its after effects will be as good as is possible.
Avoiding Burnout
Avoiding Burnout – Making & Taking Time For Yourself is Important Being busy is worn as a medal of honour by many successful people. However, constantly being overly busy and stressed can lead to a terrible thing called burnout. Massage can be used as a great hands on intervention to help you, when you start […]
Health Consultation
The aim of your required health consultation before massage is simple. It is to ensure you get a safe, personal massage that helps you feel relaxed and well cared for.
Massage and Well-being – a Major Benefit of Treatment
Massage Can Offer an Uplift to Your Well-being. Come for a treatment today and feel the difference.
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Benefits of Touch During Massage
What are the benefits we reap from being touched by another human? For a start, it can be soothing; certainly this is the case during a relaxing massage. It’s also very natural & most of us have been enjoying it for most of our lives. If you are lacking being touched, we can help. Click for more.
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