Angelic Feet Reflexology & Holistic Therapies

What is Massage?

Holistic body massage has been known and used for thousands of years as one of the most beneficial ways of keeping the body free from stress and illness. Holistic means considering the complete person; mind, body and spirit.Holistic body massage is very similar to swedish massage. The therapist uses straight forward massage techniques that can incorporate many different massage movements to make it as vigorous or relaxing depending on the individual client's needs.
Massage is suitable for all ages, however where the client is under the age of 16yrs a responsible parent/guardian or nominated adult must be present throughout, and the consultation form giving permission must be countersigned.


What are the benefits of massage?

Massage improves blood circulation, bringing fresh oxygen and nutrients to the body cells, thus helping the body to eliminate toxins.

Relaxes and tones muscles.

Releases muscular tension and stress.

Removes dead skin, therefore improves skin condition.

Improves mental and emotional well-being.

Migraines/headaches.

Improves sleep patterns.

Pain relief especially, back shoulders and neck areas.

Alleviates depression and anxiety.

Holistic massage can help on many levels - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

About the therapist.
Natalie Birks MAR, has trained at City College Plymouth and has obtained a VTCT Diploma in Holistic body massage and is a full member of the FHT( Federation of Holistic Therapists).
Natalie feels that holistic complementary health is extremely important to do in this current climate, of stress and financial uncertainty and therefore is due to begin a foundation degree in Complementary Health in September, so that she can give the best service possible to her clients and she will organise her appointment schedule around this.
Treatment Plan
On your first visit, I shall carry out a consultation with you which will address your health, medical history, past and present, lifestyle, and diet. The treatment plan will be dependant on the your individual reasons for receiving massage, because in some cases it may simply be a birthday pamper voucher!.

What to expect
After consultation has taken place, I shall make sure you are still happy to receive a treatment. I will leave the room and ask you to remove your clothing down to your under garments and wear the bath robe provided. Placing clothes in the box that I will have supplied for you. When you are ready I shall re-enter the room and ask you to safely get on to my massage table and I will remove the bath robe and place warm towels over you to retain modesty throughout. Following the massage, you - the client, and myself will review the treatment and discuss aftercare advice and future client needs.

Safety Precautions.
There are many benefits to massage however there are certain medical conditions where massage is not appropriate such as:

Cardiovascular conditions e.g. thrombosis, phlebitis, heart disease.

First trimester of pregnancy(3months).

Cancer.
If you suffer from any of the above,I would advise you to consult with your doctor or medical practitioner(Chiropractor etc) if you are in any doubt as to whether massage would interfere with any medical supervision you are currently under, BEFORE embarking on massage. If you get approval, please ask for a letter showing that consent has been given for my records.
Prices
30 minute treatment £15.00
60 minute treatment £30.00
90 minute treatment £45.00
Mobile treatments add £5.00 for fuel within the plymouth area.

Testimonial's

Hello Natalie,
My back feels much better and I have more movement in my left shoulder, for a day or two after I felt a tad tender but I got that when Ann did my back.
I hope to contact you to book another appointment hopefully in the next week or two as I really need to have this done on a regular basis.
Regards Lindsay.
May 2010.
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