Massage Therapies

Relaxation Massage - Laurie Hilder-Quach & Allison Pasznyk

Relaxation massage can be part of a healthy life plan by balancing the body and mind, by enhancing wellbeing and quality of life. Massage increases the body’s circulation, eliminates toxins, improves body movement and relieves aches and pains. Clients do not have to be in pain to benefit from a relaxation massage, which is suitable for the very young to the elderly.

As well as improving general health, massage can have a profound effect on our emotional and mental wellbeing. It allows the body and the mind to reach a deep sense of relaxation, restoring the body to homeostasis, physical balance and equilibrium.

Remedial Massage - Allison Pasznyk & Laurie Hilder-Quach

With busy lifestyles and hectic careers, many of us hold stress and tension within our body. This can escalate to acute or chronic conditions if not treated and can become very painful, impacting on the client’s quality of life.

Whether it is a build up of tension, aches and pains or a soft tissue injury, massage can assist the body to heal. The use of one or more techniques may be used such as deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, glass or vacuum cupping, myofascial release or stretching.

Myofascial Release - Allison Pasznyk & Laurie Hilder-Quach

This is a deep tissue technique that works on the myofascia, which is the flexible network of tissue that surrounds, cushions and supports the muscles. The particular tissue is an underlying determinant of movement and quality of mood, alertness and general wellbeing.

The technique releases blockages, scarring or adhesions in the myofascia and has much to offer those with chronic problems or who have not responded to other interventions. When combined with other therapies, this manipulation of the myofascia is central to lasting therapeutic interventions.

Pregnancy Massage- Laurie Hilder-Quach & Allison Pasznyk

During this special period, many women suffer from aches, pains, and discomfort. The change in posture and the weight from the growing baby can place a lot of pressure on the woman’s body. Other women may feel tired, stressed or anxious with the arrival of their new baby. Massage can assist with the discomfort, sooth tight and tense muscles, and help relax and prepare the expected mother for her new arrival.

Pregnancy massage is a safe treatment when performed by a qualified therapist. Massage can be performed throughout the entire pregnancy. During the first trimester, Laurie does require a letter from the client’s doctor approving the massage before commencing any treatment. Every client is individually evaluated, in consultation with her doctor, wherever appropriate, to ensure the client receives the safest and appropriate treatment to suit her specific needs.

Some women suffer from fluid retention during and after their pregnancy, this may be caused by the baby placing pressure on the lymph system, restricting circulation. Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a gentle massage that can assist in reducing the fluid build-up.

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Infant Massage - Laurie Hilder-Quach

Laurie is both a qualified massage therapist and qualified Infant Massage Instructor. Infant massage courses are run by demand, or on a one on one basis, teaching and giving parents or carers confidence to massage their child. During the course, some of the topics covered are massage strokes, appropriate oils to use, the best time to massage, and adopting massage strokes to suit the growing child. If a child is in need of a professional massage treatment, Laurie is able to assess and treat the child.

Massage is best applied by a parent or carer as the child will feel most relaxed and comfortable with them. This can be a wonderful opportunity for both parents to bond with their child. Whether it be a father who might feel left out, or a working mother, massage can be a special and intimate time shared with their child.

Benefits of Infant Massage:

• relief of sinus and chest congestion
• improve quality of sleep
• strengthens the immune system
• increases circulation
• increases body awareness
• assist with reflux and colic
• aids and stimulates digestion
• assists with constipation and painful gas
• can help mothers experiencing mild postnatal depression

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD): - Laurie Hilder-Quach & Allison Pasznyk

This is a gentle manual, non-oil therapy that stimulates the body’s lymphatic system. The lymphatic system circulates the fluid around the body; it is responsible for the removal of toxins and waste product and plays an important role in the body’s immune function.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage can be an effective aid in treating a range of conditions such as fluid retention, sinus disorders, pre and post surgery recovery, rheumatism, bronchitis and asthma. It is also a useful supplementary therapy for conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is highly effective in treating both primary and secondary lymphoedema by removing or preventing lymphatic congestion. Treatment may involve MLD massage, compression bandaging, and advice on exercise and new lifestyle changes to manage the condition.

Ear Candling - Laurie Hilder-Quach & Allison Pasznyk

Ear candling has been practiced over many years and in many different countries, including Asia and has been traced back to the Indians of South and North America. The candles can assist in relieving symptoms related to the ear and head. It is a painless procedure that uses heat as its primary application. The candle is placed in the ear with the opposite end alight. The heat of the smoke softens the earwax, which is then drawn into the candle.

The experience of ear candling is very relaxing. As you lay listening to the soft crackling of the candle burning, your therapist softly massages your face, neck and head. This not only feels good but it helps with circulation, assisting the ear candling for a greater result.

Moxa

Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves the burning of mugwort, a small spongy herb, to facilitate healing. The moxa is lit and smoked in a box resting on the stomach or in conjunction with needles.

It is used on people who have cold or stagnant conditions to warm the meridians, which stimulates circulation and induces smoother flow of blood and qi. This method is extremely helpful in alleviating period pains, arthritis and to assist the unborn child to lie in the correct birth position.

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