Massage
Massage is a complementary and holistic therapy that benefits the whole body, both physiologically and psychologically. It uses the powerful medium of touch to facilitate healing and connection with all aspects of the self. It is beneficial for all body systems and is a safe, non-invasive way to promote relaxation and to stimulate the body's own innate healing mechanisms. There are many types of massage techniques to attend different needs. Research is beginning to suggest that massage improve your health.
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Several types of massage are offered at Bodywise from MONDAY to SATURDAY.
MONDAYS
2pm-9pm Holistic, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Advanced and Pregnancy Massage with Franco Neto 07824 466 117.
TUESDAYS
5pm-9pm Lomi Lomi and Deep Tissue Massage with Mike Kauri 07919 968 581.
11am-4pm Traditional Ayurvedic Yoga Massage, Aromatherapy and Effleurage with Purnima 07411 858 488.
WEDNESDAYS
5pm-9pm Holistic, Advanced Deep Tissue, Thai Yoga, Detox, Chi Nei Tsang Abdominal, On-Site, Facial Rejuvenation and Pregnancy Massage with Mahab Kazmi 07891 695 354.
3pm-8pm Bowen, Aromatherapy, Deep Tissue, Facial Rejuvenation and Pregnancy Massage with Rita Pau 07768 533 847.
THURSDAYS
1pm-5pm Holistic, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Advanced and Pregnancy Massage with Franco Neto 07824 466 117.
FRIDAYS
2pm-9pm Holistic, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Advanced and Pregnancy Massage with Franco Neto 07824 466 117.
SATURDAYS
10am-1pm Bowen, Aromatherapy, Deep Tissue, Facial Rejuvenation and Pregnancy Massage with Rita Pau 07768 533 847.
2pm-7pm Holistic, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Advanced and Pregnancy Massage with Franco Neto 07824 466 117.
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Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy treatment consists of a full body massage with the use of essential oils and can help with a wide range of medical conditions. More details are on the Aromatherapy page.
Ayurvedic Massage
Ayurvedic Massage is Indian oil massage and revives energies: Physical, Mental and Spiritual. It is done on the futon on the floor. When rubbing and compressing the muscle and manipulating the pressure points, the therapist intensifies the blood circulation, the lymph and of the hormones. Ayurvedic massage minimizes the problems of circulation, muscular pain, breathing, digestive fatigue, rheumatism, fibromialgies, favors sleep and reduces the stress.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage works on the deeper layer of muscle tissue and was design to relieve severe tension in the muscles and it is often recommended for individuals who experience muscular pain or prefer a more vigorously pressure.
Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Nui Massage
Also called 'temple-style' Lomi is a traditional massage from Hawaii, in ancient times performed in temples for deep physical and spiritual healing. During the training, principles of attentiveness, love and respect are emphasized. The arms of the practitioner sweep over the entire body in long and continuous movements to the rhythm of the music, creating a continuous flow and rhythm to cleanse, vitalise and activate innate healing properties, memories and wisdom held within the body, the mind and the spirit in order to achieve a deep sense of balance and harmony.
Holistic Massage
Holistic massage treats each person individually and in the context of their own life. Their whole being, not only their physical symptoms, are taken into account, and they are seen in their integrated energies of mind, body and spirit.
Natural Facelift Massage™
The Natural Facelift Massage™ has the same benefits as conventional massage. For example, it helps to improve blood supply, aids relaxation and eases tension. However this unique treatment has additional benefits, including the lessening of wrinkles and habitual expression lines, reduction of under eye puffiness, increased skin elasticity, refined pores. One of the many ways the treatment works is by toning the elastin and collagen fibres in the skin. This encourages skin suppleness and helps restore elasticity. The treatment involves no oils, creams or machinery. Just precise techniques applied to the skin. A stand alone treatment can be done as a treat or for an important occasion, such as a party or family celebration. The effects of the Natural Facelift Massage™ are cumulative – greater and more longstanding effects can be achieved the more treatments you have.
Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy massage is is a wonderful experience that helps a woman relax, supports her body during a period of physiological change and helps to prepare the whole body for birth. Furthermore, massage in pregnancy has an indirect relaxing effect on the baby as the mother releases oxytocin and prolactin (the 'love' and 'feel good' hormones as a result of skin stimulation.. The therapist has undergone specialist training in massage techniques that are safe for and relevant to pregnant women.
Shiatsu/Acupressure
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese technique inspired by the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The word Shiatsu literally means “finger pressure” but in the treatment as well as using hands the practitioner gives some gentle stretches and rotations. It can bring relief from: back and shoulder pain, joint problems, digestive problems, muscular tension, menstrual problems, anxiety, migraines, circulation problems.
In a typical session the practicioner applies pressure on the client's meridians in order to restore the natural energetic balance, this will help the body to reactivate the body's natural healing power. Shiatsu is a full body treatment that is applied to the clothed body and is traditionally performed on a futon (mattress) on ground level. The receiver should wear comfortable, loose clothes for the treatment and bring an extra jumper for after.
Thai Yoga Massage
Thai Yoga Massage is a traditional kind of Bodywork from Thailand combining Yoga stretches, Breathing exercises and Meditation, Reflexology with Acupressure, Head Massage and Reiki to align the Chakras. Thai Massage is done on the futon mat on the floor, no use of oil and client fully dressed with some light clothes on.
Therapeutic Deep Massage
Therapeutic Deep Massage is an effective and unique combination of deep tissue massage with de-stressing relaxation elements. It is particularly good for all kinds of muscle tightness and tension, aching and strain caused by work situations or physical activity. It has also been recommended by osteopaths as a follow up treatment to sustain progress. It can also be used as a regular maintenance treatment in order to prevent acute tension buildup and to boost immune efficiency by stimulation to the lymphatic and circulatory systems. All treatments are tailored to individual needs and requirements.
Traditional Thai Therapy
Treatments are a mutual balance of yogic exercise and meditation, intuitively supporting the spirit and body with compassion to promote wellbeing. Gentle use of stretches and acupressure points, releases blockages along the body's 10 main energy lines. The use of oils can also be worked into the massage easing away muscular tension.
Ushi's work is being infused with the wisdoms of Chi Kung that she is applying to her work, deepening its effectiveness.
All treatments are performed on a futon mattress on the floor and receiver wears comfortable clothing. Suitable for all ages and body types.
Thai Foot Massage
Thai foot massage is is an amazingly invigorating and relaxing foot treatment. Much like reflexology it stimulates all the internal organs at the same time as combating stress related disorders and boosts the immune system through stimulating lymphatic drainage. The benefits are many.
Traditional Ayurvedic Yoga Massage
Therapeutic massage of Indian origin that combines yoga-inspired stretching with vigorous touches. Created by master Kusum Modak, this technique acts on the physical, emotional and psycho-energetic levels. It is applied with hands, feet and elbows, using vegetable oil combined with natural root powder.
It promotes deep relaxation, acts against depression, distress and its effects: sleeping disorders, anxiety, fatigue, fear etc. Ayurvedic Yoga Massage alleviates pain, promotes postural realignment, improves blood circulation and breathing and eliminates toxins.
Traditional Thai Yoga Massage
Thai Yoga Massage is meant to be practiced with certain energy and vigor, but outright pain is never appropriate. The amount of pressure and depth of touch is negotiable between the practitioner and client, and is soft, nurturing touch.
The influence of Yoga on Traditional Thai Yoga Massage is apparent from the positions and stretching movements, which affect the entire body by increasing flexibility, releasing tension and helping the body’s natural energy to flow freely. The effect of passive stretches is similar to Yoga. It is referred to as passive Yoga, or Lazy Yoga.
Benefits include deep relaxation: pressure on feet and legs is sedating and sometimes inducing hypnotic or altered states of consciousness.
Releases points of tension and stress in the body which block the natural flow of energy, inducing homeostasis, balance and harmony.
- Increases energy, flexibility and range of motion. Assists alignment and postural integrity of the body
- Improves circulation, neurological functioning and assists in relieving degenerative conditions associated with the ageing process.
- Strenghtens the internal organs. Relieves pain. Promotes inner peace and a quiet mind.
Bodywise is based in Bethnal Green - East London - London Borough of Tower Hamlets.
