Massage

Massage is a very effective technique for controlling pain – head, back, neck and shoulder pain all benefit from massage. It is also beneficial for relieving pain associated with arthritis, injuries, or even recent surgery.

Massage confuses the body’s pain signals
Massage calls up the body’s natural painkillers ie endorphins
Massage relieves mental stress and anxiety.


Thai Massage

massage

Originally designed to relieve the aches and pains of monks, post meditation, Thai Massage was subsequently found to have amazing benefits for the mind and body, relieving stress, back pain, joint pain, headaches, insomnia and fatigue, while at the same time improving flexibility and posture.

Thai massage begins with the feet and ends with a head massage, in between the whole body is stretched and manipulated in a slow, meditative and rhythmic manner; clients need to wear loose, comfortable clothing and be comfortable with massage on a futon on the floor, rather than on a couch.


Facial Massage

A gentle blend of essential oils with nourishing base oil is chosen to suit your individual need. Massage of the face and neck is combined with acupressure. Gentle pressure on specific acupoints combined with the subtle power of the oils provides what can be a deeply relaxing and therapeutic treatment.


Foot/Hand Massage

A blend of essential oils are chosen specifically for your needs. This provides the medium for a relaxing or stimulating foot, including lower leg, and hand massage. The massage can be combined with the use of reflex points on the feet and hands.


Sports Massage

Massage has become an integral part of the new athletic regimen. It is a necessary ingredient for a complete workout. Growing numbers of trainers believe that massage can provide an extra edge to the athletes who participate in high performance sports. Sports massage can speed healing and reduce discomfort after injuries. Soft tissue techniques employed by sports massage therapists are effective in the management of both acute and chronic injuries.

Regular sports massage can:

  • Reduce the chance of injury through proper stretching and deep tissue massage
  • Improve the range of motion and tissue flexibility
  • Shorten recovery time between workouts
  • Maximise the supply of nutrients and oxygen through increased blood flow
  • Enhance elimination of metabolic by-products of exercise.


‘NO HANDS’ Massage

No Hands Massage is a dynamic new form of Massage that is sweeping across the world as one of the most powerful new therapeutic massage treatments available. Literally no hands are used, but instead the soft surfaces of the forearms. This means it is both deeper and gentler, and more effective, than conventional massage. Structural imbalances can be put right. Areas of tension in the spine, hips, neck and head can become loose again.


Workplace or chair massage

One of the main contributors to our everyday stress is our workplace. Jobs are stressful. Regular massage can reduce the physical and mental effects of stress, thus reducing burnout and stress related diseases. Every year companies are realising the benefits of ‘workplace’ massage – law firms, hospitals, manufacturers, and major corporations. Massage therapists schedule appointments with employees during breaks. The therapist works on the back, neck, shoulders and arms, addressing the common problem of today’s workers. No oil is used and the worker is fully clothed. Massage recipients feel less fatigued and more clear headed.


Masseuses at The Bath Practice

  • Frances Patterson BABTAC

    • Thai Massage
      • 1st Appointment (including consult)- £45.00 (90 Minutes)
      • Follow Up – £45.00 (75 Minutes)
      • Follow Up – £80.00 (2 Hours)
    • Swedish or Holistic Massage – £25.00 (25 Minutes)
    • Swedish or Holistic Massage – £40.00 (1 Hour)
  • Kate Cornish