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Therapy of the Week: Holistic Massage

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What is holistic massage?

Holistic massage forms its basis from Swedish massage techniques. It is a person centred treatment focussing on tailoring the massage to your requirements. Holistic massage can be relaxing and soothing or invigorating and energising. In holistic massage your body is treated as a whole, your emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing is taken into account, helping to rebalance the body. Modern day life is often fast paced and hectic, holistic massage gives your body a chance to recharge and your mind to switch off.

What are the benefits of holistic massage?

As well as allowing your body and mind to relax through the application of touch, holistic massage alleviates muscular tension, improves circulation and helps to rid toxins from the body. Holistic massage can give your body and mind space to recharge and therefore improve sleep, anxiety, concentration, energy levels and stress. Other benefits include improvement of skin and muscle tone, relief from stiff joints, increased awareness of breathing, improved digestion and a strengthened immune system.

What will happen during the treatment?

During your first treatment a thorough consultation will be taken and you will be asked about your health, lifestyle and general well being in an open and non-judgemental way. This enables me as the therapist to determine what you would like to get out of the treatment and together decide what the focus of the treatment should be. The rest of the session will be dedicated to the massage itself with a few minutes left at the end for any aftercare recommendations where appropriate.

If you would like to book a holistic massage appointment with Kirsty please contact her on 0784 145 1156 or kirsty@kmmassagetherapy.co.uk. She has a range of times and days available for appointments.

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Kelly

I had been suffering from a severe and unexplained break out of hives for over two weeks, when a friend recommended Stepping Stones to me. The hives had been so bad that they covered my face and body and I had been back and forth to the doctors with no luck; none of the medication they gave me worked and it was getting worse. When I came to Stepping Stones I had never had acupuncture before and didn't know what to expect. But the space was clean and relaxing and Amelia was very kind and welcoming and put me at ease straight away. After just one session at the multi-bed clinic the hives went down 50% by the following day, and then continued to consistently fade away over the next two days. I then had one more session, and the following day they were completely gone! I feel so happy and grateful to have found Stepping Stones and would definitely recommend it to anyone. Thanks so much Amelia.

Molly

I came to Stepping Stones after a long period of sleeplessness and general fatigue. After one session I already feel significantly energised and rejuvenated - my skin is glowing and I have slept better than I have in weeks! The clinic is serene and comfortable and the perfect place to enjoy treatment. I would highly recommend incorportating acupuncture at Stepping Stones into any plan to live a happy and healthy life

CA, London

I just wanted to say a big thank you to all for the treatment (and warm welcomes and cups of tea) you've given me over the last few months.

I think that as is the case with many symptoms unease, brought about due to imbalances in the body, the signs and symptoms appear gradually and over a period of time, and likewise do not just tend disappear over night. Having said that I feel that the course of acupuncture I've received has been of great benefit, and there are subtle improvements and changes in my general wellbeing which I can say the treatment, at the very least, played some part in bringing about.

M, London

I was first attracted to the Stepping Stones project when my husband found the card in the church. The very cleverly designed card was telling me of affordable acupuncture, with the added bonus of being very near to my home. When I first phoned for an appointment I felt encouraged by the friendly voice of Amelia.

On my first visit Stacey interviewed me most sympathetically, I immediately felt safe. Although the space is rather small they create a comfortable atmosphere, the room is warm and privacy is always maintained with the use of towels and screens.

I have had many treatments, they are always helpful, and it is so nice to be able to complain about pain knowing they will be understanding and can offer relief. Once the needles are in place, privacy and comfort is ensured, the wonderful warming lamp and the quiet allows for deep relaxation.

I am happy to recommend Stepping Stones to anyone, I have already informed several friends.

Pat, De Beauvoir

I’d thought about acupuncture before, but had never been able to afford it. My experience here has been very positive – it’s inclusive and relaxed. The treatments are enjoyable and, over time, the process has made a definite difference in my life. The diet and lifestyle advice, which goes with the acupuncture itself, would also have been unavailable elsewhere, and support with my nutrition in particular has been really good in helping me make changes beyond the treatments.

D, 28 London