Massage Therapy West Auckland.

Tension in the shoulders and neck are classic symptoms of stress and poor posture. People with desk jobs experience tension in the spine that can affect their entire back, especially the neck and shoulders.

If you have a lot on your plate, a relaxing massage can work wonders toreduce feelings of stress relax the muscles, and improve your general energy level and attitude. The best massage techniques focus on removing tension from common stress points.

Scented flowers

Scented flowers:Experience pure indulgence and remove yourself from the stress and strains of every day life. Enjoy an hour’s treatment, first enjoyed by the ancient Orientals, whether your desire is stress relief, stimulation or overall relaxation. This treatment will manipulate the tissues on your back, shoulders, neck, legs, arms, stomach and upper body, allowing you to float on air.♥

What is aroma therapy?

‘Aroma’ means a fragrance or a sweet smell and ‘therapy’ means a treatment designed to cure. Aromatherapy is a treatment that uses plant oils within the massage, specifically blended to address certain problems or requirements. Aromatherapy is a complete holistic therapy as it affects not only your body, but also your mind and spirit.

Lavender oil

Lavender oil is one of my favourites

Lavender oil  is one of my favourite oils to use with my massage it  has a sweet, floral, herb-like scent with a balsamic-woody undertone. The oil is colorless to pale yellow. It is steam distilled from the freshly cut flowering tops of a shrub.

Swedish Therapeutic Massage

Swedish  Therapeutic Massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to Massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding),petrissage (kneading),tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber) and vibration/shaking.Swedish Therapeutic Massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knees and hands over a period of eight weeks.