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<h4 data-fontsize=”30″ data-lineheight=”45″>Remedial Massage</h4>
Remedial massage has been used by various cultures for thousands of years to relieve pain and tension throughout the body. It has also been widely acknowledge to have a tremendous impact on mental wellbeing of the individual, relieving stress and anxiety and promoting a general sense of overall wellbeing.

Our treatments seek to relieve problem areas and to trace them all the way to their cause. This can involve deep tissue massage, (A type of massage therapy that involves applying firm pressure and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia), stretch therapy, myofascial release, (treating the tissues that surround and support muscles), trigger point therapy,(acupressure) and relaxation treatment.
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<h4 data-fontsize=”30″ data-lineheight=”45″>Sports Massage</h4>
<p class=”p1″>A sports massage from Health and Massage Christchurch is all about body conditioning. We will promote circulation throughout your entire body.  This brings vital oxygenation and nutrients to maintain homeostasis and aid recovery. We concentrate on freeing up tight and immobile joints, tendons and muscles. This helps to reduce tears, strains and joint problems. We undo “knots” that will hold your body in distorted and uncomfortable positions. We release fascia, (an electrically charged matrix covering your entire body), this will improve mobility and energy. We assist with advice on nutrition, stretching, we improve your overall wellbeing and facilitate optimised pre and post activity performance.</p>
A 2010 study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that even a 30-second massage improved hip-flexor range of motion. Another study conducted by Margaret Jones, Ph.D. of the American College of Sports Medicine, demonstrated a notable trend toward decreased muscle soreness in the athletes who received massage either before or after exercise.

Techniques employed are numerous and varied but are always aligned with the needs of our client’s needs.
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<h4 data-fontsize=”30″ data-lineheight=”45″>Myofascial Cupping</h4>
Myofascial is a model adaption of an ancient technique called cupping. The cups can be placed at the origin, the insertion and the trigger points of soft tissue as well as be moved,(glide) while the suction is still active creating increased circulation, reduction in adhesions, (scar tissue and knots) and provide stretching ad smoothing of muscle, tendons and fascia. Clients have received instant relief from conditions that have been plaguing them for months after just one or two sessions.

The skin will normally redden due to the increase of blood flow. When the cup is removed from the skin; some circular bruising on the skin can be expected and may stay visible for up to 2-8 days. This is a normal part of the therapy and it isn’t painful.
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<h4 data-fontsize=”30″ data-lineheight=”45″>Relaxation Massage</h4>
For those just looking to relax their body and mind who don’t necessarily have a specific problem area in their body. This is not necessarily a soft shallow massage, but one that will not only feel good but treat the whole body to an all over experience that will promote circulation and rejuvenation from head to toe. Aroma therapy oils can be added for increased effect.

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Less Pain-More Mobility-Greater Wellbeing

The benefits of massage and the symptoms that remedial massage can treat are varied and many. Massage can effectively treat or greatly alleviate lower back pain, shoulder and neck stiffness, fatigued and strained muscles post work out, issues related to poor circulation such as contribute to cramping and pinched nerves, the relief of tension headaches, leg stiffness and cramping, joint pain including pain around the hips, knees and ankles and general pain, fatigue and stiffness.

Massage is also very effective in assisting clients with poor posture, poor mobility, those suffering from depression, anxiety and stress or just generally aching and suffering from chronic pain that has worn them down over the years.

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Stress

Many people suffer from chronic stress and don’t realise the dramatic affect that stress is having on their body. Stress is internalised as we carry the tension into our muscles, tendons and joints whereby causing bio-mechanical issues and chronic or reoccurring pain and discomfort. Constant nagging pain in your neck, shoulders, back, gluts or numerous other body parts that you are holding so tight, shows up as these areas of body protest in pain and literally start to fatigue and fail giving rise to even more serious conditions such as impaired mobility, arthritis and the knock on effect of mental illness.

Stress increases hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline that are fine for short-term fight or flight responses, (such as getting away from danger). But modern living is producing long-term stress-filled situations with prolonged negative effects. This level of stress is exhausting and harmful for our health. This vicious cycle can contribute to weight gain, eating disorders, heart disease, chronic fatigue and any number of well documented stress-related disorders and pathologies. Massage not only contributes to relaxation and better sleep by stimulating the release of healthy hormones such as the feel-good ones such as serotonin, but massage can help to lengthen and relax the tight bound up muscles, release metabolic waste and encourage fresh blood flow to muscles and surrounding tissues and promote . Massage induces a state of wellbeing due to the increased serotonin and reduces the levels of cortisol. Massage also increases mobility and flexibility allowing you greater freedom of movement with less pain.

Invest in the concept of maintaining good health by having a monthly or fortnightly massage and focus on the principle of prevention is better than cure. The routine of massage is an investment in yourself, an investment that will pay immense dividends over the long term. The chances are that no matter what physical or mental state you find yourself in, you will greatly benefit from massage. Even the fittest, healthiest and most calm people who come for a massage get great benefit and will often tell you that they incorporate massage as part of their regular wellness routine to stay healthy.

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Summary of benefits

Increases nutrient rich circulation
Promotes happy hormones such as serotonin
Reduces the stress hormone cortisol
Rejuvenates and restores fatigued muscles and tendons
Reduces and removes muscle pain
Removes trigger points, (centralised pain points)
Improves mobility
Improves mental state
Reduces anxiety
Can assist with depression
Can alleviate or correct trapped nerves and tendons
Improves sleep and restfulness
Lengthens and stretches muscles and tendons promoting improved flexibility
Improves posture and body balance
Alleviates sciatica and referred pain
Reduces joint pain and stiffness

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Remedial massage can include an option for aroma therapy oils for pain and inflammation. This includes essential oils of ginger and black pepper. Both oils are famous for improving circulation and reducing inflammation.
Or you may add magnesium to relax muscle and tendon tightness and help your body recover from pain or injury faster. Magnesium is an essential mineral required for your body’s optimal health.

Myofascial cupping is a powerful way to release tight or distorted fascia that can cause pain and hold your body out of alignment. This technique is also great at reducing adhesions and breaking down scar tissue.

Increases nutrient rich circulation

Promotes happy hormones

Reduces stress hormones

Promotes your body’s anti-inflammatory response

Rejuvenates and restores fatigued muscles and tendons

Reduces and removes muscle pain

Removes trigger points, (centralised pain points)

Improves mobility

Improves mental state

Reduces anxiety

Can assist with depression

Can alleviate or correct trapped nerves and tendons

Improves sleep and restfulness

Lengthens and stretches muscles and tendons promoting improved flexibility

Improves posture and body balance

Alleviates sciatica and referred pain

Reduces joint pain and stiffness

Prepares sports people for ultimate performance
Reduces muscle fatigue
Reduces Inflammation
Reduces muscle and tendon tension
Improves flexibility
Increases recovery
Reduces DOMS, (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)
Increases range of movement
Effective in injury prevention
Enhances mental performance
Reduces performance anxiety
Improves mood and overall wellbeing

Reduced back pain.
Reduced joint pain.
Improved circulation.
Reduced edema.
Reduced swelling
Reduced muscle tension and headaches.
Reduced stress and anxiety.
Improved oxygenation of soft tissues and muscles.
Better sleep.
Improves hormone regulation
Reduces nerve pain, (particularly sciatica)

Initial thorough assessment PLUS 90 Day One on One Fast Track Programme Or
Initial thorough assessment PLUS 6 Month Group Appointments

(Both options meet fortnightly and include an initial review of health history and a thorough physical examination)

Schedule a free 15 minute initial strategy call to discuss the best possible approach for you .

Improved healthy habits
Increased motivation for life
Personalised strategy for overall wellbeing
Increased energy
Optimal weight
Reduction or removal of chronic conditions
Improved stress management
Improved self esteem
Greater accountability for change
Support for lasting change
Achievement of higher goals

It is well suited for the treatment of specific muscular-skeletal disorders (e.g. acute back strain, sprained joints, pulled muscles and tendons, rheumatism and arthritis), sciatica, and similar ailments and chronic stress-related disorders.  It may be used by people who are interested in maintaining good health either at home or through professional treatments.

When we stimulate the reflex points, the body’s natural electric energy works along the nervous system and the meridian lines. This electric energy then clears any blockage on those lines, and in the corresponding zones. Some researchers believe that reflexology can reduce pain through calming touch, which may help to improve someone’s mood and reduce stress.

Reflexology treatment also seems to break up crystal deposits (felt as a sandy or gritty area under the skin) which may interfere with this natural flow of the body’s energy.