Towcester Therapy Centre
Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy uses pure essential oils which are derived from plants, as a natural way of caring for health and wellbeing. Used in massage the oils are chosen and blended in a unique combination for each client depending on their specific needs.
The therapeutic action of the essential oils when brought together with the revitalising effects of the massage, is the perfect combination to calm, relax and balance the mind whilst at the same time easing aches and pains, stimulating the systems of the body and cleansing waste products. Aromatherapy massage uses essential oils to activate your sense of smell and increase your sense of well-being. The blend of oils are massaged into your skin to give you a smooth and flowing massage, designed to instil a sense of relaxation and calm.
Aromatherapy Massage at Towcester Therapy Centre
Aromatherapy is used in a number of ways, including:
- Relieving stress and anxiety
- Helping you to sleep better
- Helping you relax
- Relieving tiredness or aching muscles
- Improving skin tone
Indian Head Massage
In Indian culture, head massage techniques stand at the heart of everyday well-being. Its benefits can also help you counter the effects of stress and tension that can seem inevitable with a busy life.
How does Indian head massage work?
Indian head massage, also known as shiroabhyanga, works by using different massage movements, such as compression and kneading, to stimulate endorphins to the brain and release accumulated stress in the tissues, muscles and joints of the head, neck, face and shoulders. The therapist also brings relaxation and relief by gently stimulating and stroking facial pressure points.
The benefits of these head massages include:
- Improved blood flow
- Reduced muscular tension
- Improved flexibility in the neck and shoulder
May help to reduce
- Stress
- Fatigue
- Headaches and migraines
- sinus problems
 Indian Head Massage at Towcester Therapy Centre. |
 Indian Head Massage at Towcester Therapy Centre. |
Full Body Massage
The benefits of regular body massage by a trained massage therapist include the following:
- Stress reduction
- An aid to relaxation
- Full body massage can improve circulation
- Improved flexibility
- Strengthening of the immune system
Back, Neck and Shoulders
This treatment is aimed at providing stress and tension relief that can build up in the back, neck and shoulders due to emotional and/or physical strain e.g. a hard days work sat at a desk, or after sport or demanding physical activity.
Back Neck and Shoulder Massage at Towcester Therapy Centre
Back Neck and shoulders Massage with Chinese Cupping
A Traditional Chinese Medicine approach
A deep tissue Massage using Chinese cups.
Cupping is an ancient therapy derived from the Far East which has been practised for many centuries. Cupping can be dated back to the Ancient Egyptians in approximately 1550BC. The technique involves creating a vacuum or negative pressure in a glass cup by using either a flame or a suction pump which is then applied to the area of the body requiring treatment.
Cupping therapy works by drawing skin and underlying tissue into the cup in ways not possible using compression.
A deep tissue Massage using Chinese cups.
Cupping is an ancient therapy derived from the Far East which has been practised for many centuries. Cupping can be dated back to the Ancient Egyptians in approximately 1550BC. The technique involves creating a vacuum or negative pressure in a glass cup by using either a flame or a suction pump which is then applied to the area of the body requiring treatment.
Cupping therapy works by drawing skin and underlying tissue into the cup in ways not possible using compression.
Traditional Chinese Cupping massage at Towcester Therapy Centre
- Increases the circulation of blood to the area being treated which clears the build up of toxins in the muscle tissue
- Facilitates soft tissue release
- Loosens and lifts connective tissue by promoting the flow of lymphatic fluids
- Drains stagnation in muscles by releasing stubborn knots
- Breaks up and expels congestion in rigid tissues
- Relieves inflammation
- Releases stiffness in ways not possible using traditional massage
- Stimulates skin and muscle
TH Stone Massage
Hot Stone and oil massage bringing powerful de-stressing benefits to mind and body. Hot Stones are placed along the spine, shoulders and the neck stimulating and balancing vital energy points.
Stone Massage at Towcester Therapy Centre