Massage
I offer a variety of massage therapies for you, whether it is a Sports Massage for an aggravated injury, or a Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage to help the cleansing of metabolic waste. You may choose a Holistic Massage to relax, a Colon and Deep Organ Massage to improve digestion, or a Natural Face Lift to soothe those lines away. Maybe a Hot & Cold Stone Massage to relieve muscle spasms and soreness. If you are a wheelchair user or space is limited then the versatility of Seated Massage is the ideal solution.
Physical activity can cause strain within the muscles and soft tissues. While the body is recovering from this strain, other areas compensate resulting in large areas of the body aching and becoming inflexible. Manipulation of muscles and soft tissues stimulates them to heal and the risk of further injury is reduced.
If you are troubled with anxiety, and stress a Sublime treatment will allow you to escape and discover relaxation and inner harmony.
The effect of receiving a massage is that, by restoring the body’s own harmony and clearing imbalances, it leaves you feeling relaxed and at peace. Allow yourself to discover the freedom and balance within your own body through having a massage.
Massage is given by the therapist using the palms, fingers, thumbs, knuckles, forearms, and elbows. The Therapist integrates Simple Hands-Free techniques of the arms and elbows with traditional massage movements increasing the possible combination of strokes and pressure used throughout the treatment and preventing the therapist's hands from becoming overworked or injured.
You will be able to choose from a range of massage oils that will be used for your treatment, based on your skin type, preference, etc.
You will be asked to undress to your underwear. Towels will be used to maintain your modesty throughout the treatment.
Choose Water cushion for extra comfort and luxury to your Massage treatment. Laying on a water cushion, filled with warm water, the cushion shapes to your back providing a lovely support while relaxing tension from the muscles and soft tissue. This will mean that there is no rolling over during the treatment as the back can be massaged from underneath.
Please note if requesting the water cushion please notify us before arriving for your appointment, so it can be prepared for you.
The Water cushion is not suitable for Hot and Cold Stone Massage and Sports Massage or Seated massage, it is not available for home visits.
Holistic Massage
Holistic massage involves working with the body's muscles and soft tissue to improve muscle tone and eliminate toxins. This also increases the blood flow, alleviates tightness or soreness that may be held within the area and will bring about healing and balance to the whole body. Massage manipulation is done by the masseuse using their palms, fingers, thumbs, knuckles, forearm, and elbows to apply varying pressure, to roll and stretch out the soft tissue and the whole of the muscle being massaged. The overall result is a feeling of relaxation and tranquillity of the body and mind.
Duration:
Part Body 30 – 40 minutes
Full Body 60 – 75 minutes
Pressure: Light to Medium
Sports Massage
The masseuse deeply manipulates and stimulates muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia by using firm pressure of the hands, elbows and strong friction of the thumbs. This encourages the healing of injuries that occur from participating in sports and living a hectic lifestyle. Rotoation and stretching of joints is performed to encourage freedom of movment of the limbs.
Sports massage helps to breakdown adhesions that form around damaged or over worked muscles and soft tissue enabling them perform at their optimum again.
Sprots massage is well regarded for enhancing the physical, physiological, and psychological well-being of active individual. . It can also help correct imbalances caused by repetitive and vigorous physical activity and trauma.
Duration:
Part Body: 30-45 minutes
Full Body 60 – 75 minutes
Pressure: Medium to Firm
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage is a therapy that can be very beneficial in reducing swelling, improving skin tone, and in minimizing scar formation after surgical procedures.
This massage technique involves slow, gentle rhythmic movements working in the direction of the Lymph flow to and clear the main ducts and nodes of the system. Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage has a powerful cleansing effect on the body by assisting the removal of metabolic waste, excess water, toxins and bacteria.
In addition, it helps to relax the sympathetic nervous system and boosts immune system activity. Manual Lymphatic massage provides relief for various conditions such as oedema, sinus congestion, and injury adhesions. Moreover, it can be used as part of a detoxification program.
After a session, you will feel lighter, refreshed and energized.
Duration:
Part Body 30 – 40 minutes
Full Body 60 – 75 minutes
Pressure: Light to Medium
I am unable to offer massage to sufferers of Lymphoedema, those who had removal of Lymph nodes, those with heart or kidney failure. However for those with such conditions I am pleased to offer Reiki treatment, to give relaxation and harmony of mind, body and spirit, Reiki may alleviate the symptoms for a period of time and help you gain a more loving and forgiving relationship with yourself so you can approach life and illness in a compassionate manner.
If you do suffer with Lymphoedema, had removal of Lymph nodes, have heart or kidney failure, but still would like Lymphatic drainage massage visit the following websites to find your nearest advanced therapist who can treat you.
Hot & Cold Stone Massage
Stones have been used for their healing and protective powers throughout ancient India, China, and North American Indians. The practice of using heated stones to relieve menstruation pain and cold stones to stem the blood flow after giving birth continues to this day.
Hot Stone Massage has many benefits. It improves circulation to the local area, which can help to reduce fatigue and tension, improve heart rate and metabolic circulation. It also enhances the transfer of toxins away from the local area into the blood and lymphatic system for removal from the body.
Hot & Cold stone massage is excellent for skin rejuvenation. The heat opens up the pores and the cool stone stimulates and tones soft tissue, resulting in a healthy glow.
By using warmed stones to apply pressure and heat to the muscles, which increases the absorption of massage oil, enabling the therapist to provide a deeper massage. It is believed that one stroke of a Hot Stone is equivalent to 5-10 strokes by the hand.
Hot Stone Massage helps to reduce inflammation. It also has a sedative effect and is excellent at reducing pain, stiffness, and muscle spasms. Hot and Cold stones can be used together to treat muscle spasms and soreness by alternating between the hot and cold stones.
Holding a hot stone in each hand the therapist uses long strokes to glide over the body.
Cold stones are particularly good for toning facial muscles. The therapist will rotate the stones in their hands and change them for fresh stones throughout the treatment ensuring that heat exchanges evenly from stone to body and vice versa.
Injuries cannot be treated with Hot Stone Massage within the first 48 hours.
When requesting Hot & Cold Massage please notify Sublime before arriving for your appointment, so they can be prepared for you.
The water cushion is not suitable for Hot & Cold Stone Massage.
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Duration: 30-60 minutes
Pressure: Light – medium
Colon & Deep Organ Massage
This treatment is designed to help the colon eliminate toxins and strengthen the abdominal muscles. Providing relief from issues such as bloating, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and fatigue. The techniques used in the treatment involve circular and rocking movements which ease the pain that is caused by trapped gas and weak lower back muscles.
Colon & Deep Organ massage incorporates traditional massage movements to promote deep relaxation and overall body harmony. Stress can contribute to a sluggish digestion, resulting in an acid build-up in the digestive tract and exacerbate IBS symptoms, Colon & deep Organ massage can alleviate this.
Duration: 30 – 60 minutes
Pressure: Light to Firm
Natural Facelift Massage
This massage therapy combines Japanese Facial Massage, Acupressure, and Reflexology to alleviate tension and toxins in the face that cause swelling, lines, and wrinkles. Natural Face Lift Massage revitalises the skin, enhances muscle and skin tone, resulting in a more radiant and youthful facial appearance.
The use of tapping and friction on the facial reflex points relieves tension held within the face. The techniques also aid with clearing of the sinuses and improve circulation to the facial muscules and soft tissuse.
Traditional and lymphatic massage movements enhance the facial muscles and skin tone, encouraging excess fluid to be drained away from the face.
Natural facelift massage is profoundly calming and promotes a sense of overall well-being.
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes.
Pressure: Light to Medium
Seated Massage
Seated massage is a flexible and convenient option that can be enjoyed by people who use wheelchairs, as well as those in workplace or school environments.
During a seated massage, you will lean forward on the massage unit while the therapist uses traditional massage strokes to work into each muscle group and soft tissue of the neck, shoulders and back. You can remain fully clothed or undress to your underwear if you prefer.
Seated massage is not as intensive or focused as a massage given on a couch. Nevertheless, it is effective in relaxing the body and relieving tight muscles.
Duration: 15-30 minutes
Pressure: Light to Firm