Lomi Lomi is the name for Hawaiian massage which primarily uses palms, forearms, knuckles, and elbows, though knees, feet and even sticks and stones can be used as tools. It is a holistic healing tradition which goes beyond simple massage and is almost as old as civilization on the islands. Each family would have their … Continue reading
Some useful books for massage and wellness. http://rcm-uk.amazon.co.uk/e/cm?t=stakeymas-21&o=2&p=8&l=as1&asins=0951772309&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=990000&bc1=000000&bg1=FFF3DB&f=ifr This is my first aromatherapy book, or rather, booklet. Since it’s a quick overview of a number of essential oils and their physical and mental properties. http://rcm-uk.amazon.co.uk/e/cm?t=stakeymas-21&o=2&p=8&l=as1&asins=1856752321&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=990000&bc1=000000&bg1=FFF3DB&f=ifr A very useful book on aromatherapy focusing mostly on the psychological aspects of aromatherapy. It works from Chinese medicine point … Continue reading
Californian massage is a gentle massage technique, which aims to bring a physical and mental balance of the client through soft long strokes that connect the entire body. It is based upon Swedish (classical) massage, but instead of working in sections focusing on muscle groups one step at a time, Californian massage works on the … Continue reading
Massage is a good way to relax and relieve stress, not to mention it provides several other health benefits. Stress causes muscular tension, an impaired digestive system, a high blood pressure, and reduced immune system. It gives trouble with sleep, anxiety, lack of patience and even depression. With a good massage, tense muscles can be … Continue reading
In many massages massage oils are used. The oil makes the massage more fluid and reduces the friction against the skin so the work on the muscles becomes deeper and better. The massage oil also nourishes and moisten the skin. Massage oils often use aromatherapy. The essential oils not only serves to help relax sore … Continue reading
Aromatherapy isn’t a massage form as such, but rather a tool used with various massage techniques. The therapy can also be used with baths, inhaled, as room fragrance, compresses, skin care, and internally. Though massage is probably the most commonly used method to employ aromatherapy and use essential oils. In essence aromatherapy uses essential oils … Continue reading
Swedish Massage, also known as Classical Massage (especially in Scandinavia) or as Massage Therapy (mostly in the US), is the basic massage form that most Western world massage-types are based on. The massage consists of a series of basic movements which are all used to manipulate the soft tissue (muscles etc.) in order to relieve … Continue reading
A recent study shows that burnt-out causes muscular and skeletal pains. It has long been established that massage helps decrease muscular pains and tensions and eases soreness. This has been known by athletes for many years creating the branch of massage called Sports Massage. It is already well established that stress can cause depressions and … Continue reading
Colours can affect our mood and influence our well-being, not to mention that studies have shown a clear connection between colours and health when used in hospitals. It is accepted that colours affect our mood and can be used to increase energy or make us relax. Colours also hold a high symbolic value and send … Continue reading
Often stress is caused by a lot of tasks and matters which demand our attention and time. By becoming more effective and productive, we will suddenly find ourselves with energy, which in return reduces our stress levels. There are some simple steps which can be taken: Dedicate yourself Don’t delay doing things Divide big projects … Continue reading