Aromatherapy 60 mins - £60

A gentle and soothing massage.

Massage is an ideal way of releasing tension in the body, which can cause discomfort and pain. It stimulates the immune system, dispersing toxins and improving general circulation, creating a general sense of well-being. By inducing a state of relaxation it can help to clear the mind and is therefore particularly appropriate for treating patients suffering from anxiety and stress. A combination of carrier and essential oils are chosen and blended especially to meet your personal needs.

Essential oils are natural substances extracted from flowers, herbs, shrubs, trees, resins and spices and contain the highly concentrated 'essence' of the plant it was derived from. Each oil has its own unique therapeutic properties which when blended together can help to soothe, relax, rejuvenate, heal, energize or relieve pain, thereby affecting the body's physical, psychological and emotional levels. The oils are absorbed into the body via the skin's pores and through inhalation of the aroma. Molecules within the oils enter the bloodstream and from there target the nervous system, thus affecting ones emotional and physical well being.

 

What are the benefits?

• Revitalized energy
• Reduces muscle tension
• Stimulates the immune system
• Improves the circulation
• Improves the circulation of lymph and so helps to excrete waste products
• Helps to relieve a headache
• Helps to relieve constipation
• Helps to prevent cold hands and feet
• Helps to prevent cramp attacks
• Improves sleep
• Gives temporary relief of pain
• Helps to reduce stress and anxiety
• Aids in relaxation
• Assists the response of the body to medical treatment
• Promotes a sense of well being

Physical Effects of Essential Oils on the Body Systems

Muscular system
• Detoxifying oils remove substances such as lactic acid from the area
• Oils with rubefaciant properties increase blood flow to the area promoting flexibility and decreasing chances of injury during exercise
• Analgesic effects aid relaxation with tense muscle fibres and tendons

Skeletal system
• Anti-inflammatory properties can reduce inflammation around joints
• Oils with rubefacient properties increase blood flow to the area again
• Analgesic effects aid relaxation within ligaments

Skin
• Regulation by balancing production of sebum
• Some oils calm and soothe the skin
• Essential oils can improve the rate of protection provided by the skin due to anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-septic and insecticide properties
• Skin cell regeneration is improved due to the cytophylactic properties of some oils

Lymphatic system
• Stimulates production of white cells increasing strength of the immune system
• Diuretic effect helps to increase the lymphatic and tissue circulation preventing oedema
• Lymphatic system is stimulated increasing absorption of waste materials from the tissues

Nervous system
• Sedative oils calm the central nervous system helping to induce relaxation
• Some oils stimulate the nervous system
• Tonics have a strengthening effect on the nervous system

Circulatory system
• Reduce blood pressure
• Increase blood pressure
• Sedative effect reduces palpitations
• Increase circulation
• Vasoconstriction – reducing the diameter of capillaries

Psychological Effects of Essential Oils

There are many psychological effects of essential oils, these are just a few examples:
Anger, anxiety, bereavement, claustrophobia, depression, exhaustion, fear, frustration, grief, guilt, hysteria, impatience, indecision, insecurity, insomnia, irritability, jealousy, loneliness, mood swings, poor memory, negativity, panic, regret, restlessness, sadness, self confidence, shock, stress, tantrums, worry.