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Your Body, Your Goals, Your Treatment.
Elaine Stead

Sports Massage, Remedial Soft-Tissue Therapy and Holistic Treatments.

Potton, Bedfordshire, Established 2019.

SPORTS  AND  REMEDIAL  MASSAGE

TARGETED TREATMENTS FOR MUSCULAR TENSION AND ACTIVE LIFESTYLES. 

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You don't have to be an athlete to benefit from Sports And Remedial Massage.

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Exercise, works and everyday activities can all place demands on your body. Whether you're a runner or cyclist, enjoying keeping fit, spend long hours at a desk, drive regularly or have a physically demanding job, you may experience muscular tightness, tension or restricted movement.​ I use a combination of massage and soft tissue techniques selected according to your individual needs. These may include:​​

  • General and targeted soft-tissue massage.

  • Deeper, more focused massage techniques.

  • Neuromuscular techniques.

  • Muscle Energy techniques.

  • Soft Tissue Release.

Treatment's may help ease muscular tightness, support flexibility and comfortable movement, and support your recovery and ongoing activity routine. Deeper pressure isn't always necessary, and sports massage doesn't need to be painful to be effective. I'll adopt the treatment to your goals, comfort level and health history. Massage can also support preparation for and recovery from events such as the London Marathon, with treatment tailored to your training and activity levels.

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SWEDISH MASSAGE

TIME TO RELAX AND UNWIND

Swedish Massage uses flowing, rhythmic techniques to encourage relaxation and help ease general muscular tension. It is generally gentler than sports and remedial massage and may suit people looking for time to unwind, relax and enjoy a calming treatment.

Your Session Includes:

  • ​Gentle, flowing massage.

  • Pressure adapted to your preference.

  • Time away from everyday demands.

  • A relaxing and welcoming environment.


Note, Swedish massage is less intensive than sport massage.

CUPPING  THERAPY

Cupping has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years. It can be incorporated alongside massage and other soft-tissue techniques as part of an individual treatment. It involves placing specialised cups on the skin to create suction. I use dry cupping, without heat or fire. Where appropriate, cupping can be used as an additional approach to working with areas of muscular and restricted soft tissue. I'll always discuss the technique with you beforehand, review your health history and explain possible effects, including temporary marks or bruising. Cupping isn't suitable for everyone, so we'll consider whether it's appropriate for you. Cupping is an additional technique incorporated into a suitable massage treatment, not a separate appointment.

ONCOLOGY MASSAGE

GENTLE, THOUGHTFUL, CARE, TAILORED TO YOU.
​Oncology massage is an adapted approach to massage forepeople living with cancer or recovering from cancer treatment.  Every person's circumstances are different, so treatment needs to be considered on an individual basis. Your comfort, dignity and consent are at the centre of every appointment. 
 
​Before arranging a session, please contact me so we can discuss your circumstances and whether treatment is appropriate.  I'll then arrange a confidential 10- minute telephone consultation. This allows us to talk through your individual needs, relevant medical information and how treatment may need to be adapted. Where appropriate, you may need further guidance or clearance from your healthcare team before treatment can go ahead.
Also Susan findlay (director and senior lecturer of the North London School of sports massage and remedial soft tissue therapy,  has written the following
https://www.susanfindlay.co.uk/blog-what-is-oncology-massage/

REFLEXOLOGY

A FOCUSED FOOT TREATMENT  AND TIME TO RELAX
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Reflexology is a complementary therapy that involves applying pressure to specific areas of the feet. A session provides dedicated time to relax and take a break from everyday demands. The treatment focuses on the feet, using specific pressure techniques in a calm and comfortable setting. before your session, we'll discuss what you would like from the treatment and your preferences, so I can make sure the treatment is appropriate for you.
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Not sure which treatment is right for you?
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That's absolutely fine. If you're unsure which treatment would be best suit your needs, please get in touch. We can talk about what you're looking for and decide on the most appropriate next step.

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