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Latest7 Health by Jaynie Ralph
Health - Latest7 Magazine Issue 330 page 16Blissed Out
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Touch – the language of love and connection – is an essential part of life. It doesn’t get much better than massage; skin on skin, gently letting go of everyday aches and allowing older postural patterns to ebb away. Ask anyone about their last massage, then stand back and watch how they slip into a smiling – almost lovesick – trance. Apart from the obvious benefits derived from kneading tightly knotted muscles, it is generally accepted that massage stimulates the nervous system and receptors, triggering release of |
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endorphins which creates deep relaxation and, if you are lucky, a blissed-out state of euphoria. Massage therapists skillfully locate areas of stiffness, pain or aches with their hands, fingers and sometimes forearms or even their feet. In most cases you wear only your underpants and are well covered with warm, soft towels. Usually oil is used to help massaging hands glide over the skin, allowing smoother, deeper pressure. These days massage has to be one of our most affordable luxuries. It’s also as available as fish and chips and it comes with a menu – from Hawaiian massage to ‘no hands massage’ there are plenty of styles to choose from. Sports massage takes a correctional approach for an out-of-balance posture or injury. Aromatherapists add essential oils to massage oil, adding a whole new dimension to the healing process. If you want to keep your clothes on there’s traditional Thai massage. Many therapists offer gift tokens which make a welcome birthday present. Tips • Have a massage as regularly as you can afford – many therapists will offer you a special price if you book a series • Book your appointment when you have time to relax afterwards as you may be tired • As after most therapies, avoid alcohol and sip plenty of water The ancient art of massage isn’t just for the alternative crowd. There are forms of massage that are suitable for all ages from babies to the elderly – even singer Christina Aguilera doesn’t go on tour without her personal massage therapist. Recommendations Rosalie Samet, Hawaiian massage sessions, workshops and trainings, 01273 730 508,www.hawaiianmassage.co.uk Paula Perry Natural Ways in Lewes, 01273 475757 Elaine Colomberg, traditional Thai massage, 07966 046960 |
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