Massage Studio
What happens at a relaxation massage?
This type of massage is typically performed with long, smooth strokes, kneading, and circular movements on the topmost layer of muscles. The pressure used in a relaxation massage is usually light to moderate, making it the perfect technique for those who prefer a gentle touch.
​When massage is applied, the nerves and sensory receptors are stimulated and messages are sent along the nerve pathways via the spinal cord to the brain. The parasympathetic system then slows down body activity, such as reducing the heart rate, lowering blood pressure and decreasing the amount of sweat.
How to choose the lenght of the massage?​
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THE 30-MIN MASSAGE
Good for: specific work in 1-3 areas OR if you’re really short on time, but still want some relaxation in one area OR if you are new to massage and don’t know how your body will react
Not good for: full body relaxation
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THE 60-MIN MASSAGE
Good for: your first massage, full general relaxation OR specific work in several areas
Contraindications
There are some conditions that are contraindicated locally, which means that you can get a massage however some areas must be avoided. Example of common local contraindictions are cuts or open wounds, Bruises, Varicose veins, Broken bones, Burns and Some skin conditions.
If you have these massage contraindications and you want a massage you should let us know about them. However, if they prove too severe massage may not be appropriate. In that case, we reserve the right to refuse treatment to ensure maintenance of health standards.
Other massage contraindications are more specific. You cannot get a massage if you have these conditions because massage could cause these conditions to flare up making your problem worse.
Here are the conditions that fall into these category;
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Fever
Anytime you have a fever, whether from a cold, the flu or some other infection, you should not get a massage. Massage increases circulation that may in turn help the infection increase the severity of the fever and the infection.
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Contagious Diseases
If you have a contagious disease you are putting your therapist and even your therapist’s other clients at risk of getting it. Please be considerate and cancel your massage if you come down with a contagious condition.
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Blood Clots
Massage can loosen blood clots. This could be dangerous because the clot could migrate to the brain, lungs or heart. If you are aware of any blood clots, consult your doctor before massage to make sure that it will not be effected by massage therapy.
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Pregnancy
Unless a therapist has been trained in prenatal massage, pregnant shouldn’t women should not have massage treatment. It’s especially risky in the first 3 months of pregnancy.
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Kidney Conditions or Liver Conditions
Massage can put increased strain on both the liver and kidney if they are not functioning normally. This occurs because massage increases blood flow, increasing the movement of waste through the body. If you are experiencing a health problem with either your kidney or liver it is likely that massage will not be appropriate for you. Talk to a health care professional to see if massage will aggravate any kidney or liver condition.
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Cancer
Though massage is good at relieving some of the discomfort caused by cancer, it should only be given by someone trained to work with cancer patients. The patient should obtain a release form from his/her doctor to get treatment.
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Inflammation
If you have inflammation of any kind massage to the area will further aggravate the situation.
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Uncontrolled Hypertension
Massage increases blood flow. If you have high blood pressure that is not under control, the increased blood flow that is a result of massage therapy may cause problems.