Modern massage is based on techniques developed by a Swedish physiologist called Per Henik Ling. He found that certain techniques were helpful in improving a persons health and physical conditions.
Massage benefits all of the systems of the body especially the following
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Skin - Improves elasticity, colour and tone
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Muscular - Removes lactic acid, thus reducing stiffness
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Circulatory - Improves circulation, speeding up delivery of nutrients and oxygen
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Nervous - Stimulates / relaxes the nerves, depending on techniques used
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Lymphatic - Reduces cellulite / lumpiness, boosts immunity
Stress
It has been estimated that approximately 75% of disease is causes by stress.
In the short term stress can cause loss of appetite, insomnia and palpitations
If left untreated, it may have the following effects
Mid term - chest pain, high blood pressure and migraines
Long term - heart disease, strokes and angina
As massage treats the body as a whole, it can be very good for treating stress and stress related conditions.
Prices
60 minutes swedish massage £30
90 minutes swedish massage (including face and scalp) £45