Massage

Relaxation / Trigger Point Therapy / Deep Tissue / Remedial

Remedially trained, Trudi specialises in relaxation massage working with the natural rhythm and flow of the body to create a deeply relaxing and nourishing experience. She also treats TriggerPoints and other areas of pain and discomfort. She focuses on the art of wellness, helping you to reach optimal well-being through specialised techniques, helping you reach optimal well-being.

Benefits of Massage

Massage make time for you. It is therapy that feels good. Massage is not a luxury item, although it feels luxurious, it is a vital key towards enhancing and maintaining wellness. Studies have shown that massage positively impacts many health conditions, improving the quality of life for people dealing with ongoing health issues.

Emotional and psychological benefits:Help you to relax
Improved mood
Reduced anxiety
Lower stress levels
Lessening of depression
Reduced anger and aggression
Reduces Anxiety and Stress
Physical benefits:Improved sleep patterns and decreased sleep disturbance
Reduced fatigue
Enhances immune system
Improves athletic performance and enhances recovery
Treats sore or overused muscles
Assists with the symptoms or complications of:Migraines and chronic headaches
Fibromyalgia
Insomnia
Arthritis
Gout
Osteoarthritis
Muscular dystrophies
Rheumatoid arthritis
Hypertension
Reduces risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune diseases
Lowers pain and increases functioning in these conditions:Myofascial pain
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
Pain tension headaches
Muscle injury (offers rehabilitation)
Chronic lower back pain
Carpal tunnel
Sciatica
Scoliosis
Torticollis
Varicose veins
Massage

Types of Massage

Relaxation massage therapy uses slow, flowing strokes designed to help initiate the body’s Relaxation Response, inducing a deep sense of relaxation. This technique is particularly beneficial for people experiencing high levels of stress and tension. Hot Towels are included. It feels indulgent and is filled with TLC. It de-stresses and loosens the body’s tension body. An incredibly nourishing, pain free way to relax muscles and mind.

Remedial massage involves multiple techniques from deep tissue to stretching. It includes a range of motion assessment to treat specific areas of pain, tension and discomfort to improve and increase body function and reduce and eliminate pain and provide freedom of movement. It is great for people who experience muscular pain and discomfort and limitation of movement to return to normal functioning.

Trigger point massage incorporates remedial massage techniques but the focus is on areas of the body called trigger points that when pressed on, help to assist the body to release tightness and encourage the body to create conditions that are favourable for the body to return to normal health. This is great when Remedial treatment alone, is insufficient.

What to expect

On your first visit you will be required to fill in a detailed health intake form. This is so that we can provide you with safe and effective massage treatment.

Whilst massage is generally safe for most people, occasionally there are medical conditions, medications and supplements which can make massage not suitable for people and impact their health negatively. Sometimes we require a doctors certificate before we will commence treatment. A current and accurate health history is important.

Please do not exclude valuable information as it can impact your health. Sometimes we can modify and adjust the types of techniques used to still perform a treatment without impacting your health negatively. Always update your health history, if your health changes.

FAQs

It is always best to wear comfortable clothing that you can move freely in and stretch in if required during treatment. Jeans are best to be avoided. At all times underwear must be worn and clients without underwear will not be treated. If you like to free range, that’s great, but we require you to purchase a pair of briefs or boxers and wear them in your treatment. Because we live in a coastal area, people often come from the beach wearing board shorts to treatment. Whilst we can work around this, due to the length of them, there is a limit in how much leg a can be massaged with them, so they are not recommended. Also for people with long hair, we suggest bringing a hair tie, to keep your hair in place so it does not get covered in oil.

Massage can be performed through clothing, however it is more advantageous for outer clothing to be removed. At no time during treatment are you ever naked or your body totally exposed. Draping techniques are performed which only has the area of the body that is being worked upon exposed. No private areas are worked on.

Your comfort is always paramount, and we can discuss alternative ways of treatment.

This is a professional Massage Service and any inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated and will be reported to the appropriate authorities. No private areas are worked on. You are professionally draped at all times, with only the area being worked on, exposed. Underpants must be worn at all times and if you forget them, you will not be seen.

No you don’t. For most areas of the body, we can use alternative ways to position you so you are not lying on the table, which is especially great for pregnancy and people who feel uncomfortable on being in the table. Our table has a weight rating of 150 kgs and has sturdy metal legs and does not wobble whilst getting on it. Please feel free to talk to us about this both before and during your session if you have any concerns.

Yes, we use a mixture of sheets and towels (extra-large bath sheet size) big enough to cover anyone.

Sometimes there can be some soreness post session, particularly if deep work has been performed, or it has been a long time since your last massage. Every body is different, some bodies bruise easier than others. This is why we approach our first appointment together gently – if you experience bruising you should always let your therapist know.

The benefits of regular massage show that the more regular you are with your treatment, the greater the ongoing and cumulative effects are. Whilst most people would love to get a massage every single day, and I am one of them, it is often impractical and a balance between as often as you can financially and physically afford to. Some people can thrive with monthly massage, some find they require weekly, fortnightly or every three, six or eight weeks. Whilst once a year as a special treat is wonderful, we recommend, at a minimum, it is recommended that you receive massages at least once every three months, past this point and it is like starting from scratch again. There are times when you will require quick consecutive treatments to address range of movement and physical issues. Once the initial presentations are addressed, we extend out the treatment time to find your sweet spot, the point just before you start to experience pain and discomfort that limits your mobility and impacts pain and discomfort. We are always trying to be proactive with our health.

Your body is beautiful. Stretchmarks, scars, freckles, moles, cellulite, whether you have shaved is inconsequential to your therapist. We can work within your levels of comfort, let us know if it’s a big issue for you, but massage is for all types of body types.

Bodily functions are normal, gas, tummy rumbling, snoring, etc are a great sign that body is relaxing and your bodily functions are kicking into restore and repair mode, rather then flight or fight mode.

These issues must be advised when making your appointment as some medical conditions require a doctor’s clearance before we can massage, some require us to modify our techniques and sometimes it is not safe to experience massage. We do a medical history before your appointment. If you have a medical condition, please discuss this. Massage is designed to assist you in your health. By not telling your therapist that you have a medical condition or are taking medication, you are putting your health at risk.

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