Alignment body work is a fusion of therapeutic & relaxation techniques by utilising the knowledge of anatomy and physiology used in context of sports massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, acupressure, aromatherapy & dry needling to support the body function and recovery.
The following short explanation & videos may help understand the different techniques used
Relaxation / Therapeutic • 30 /45 /60 / 75 /90 mins massage. Individually tailored treatment with respect to individual needs & culture, incorporating where needed: Karakia, Relaxation or therapeutic; neuromuscular/trigger point therapy, myofascial release, acupressure, cranio-sacral, aromatherapy, lymphatic drainage or/& reflexology, depending on client needs . You can make this booking for any of the above and we will assess what is best on the day of your appointment.
Sports massage • 30 / 45 /60 / 75 or 90 minutes massage Muscle energy techniques (MET), Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), soft tissue treatment for pre event, during training and post event treatments, tailored short and long term with understanding of the key factors involved in muscle function, endurance and performance needs.
Myofascial Cupping • 30 /45 /60 / 75 or 90 minutes Therapy in which a plastic suction cup is applied to the skin and used in a gliding motion or stationary an in order to draw and hold skin and superficial muscle tissue/fascia inside the cup on acupressure or tension points or areas affected by pain or muscle tightness cause by trigger points , drawing blood from vessels and into tissues, starting a positive inflammatory response, mobilising antibodies to the area to try to heal it. Usually treatments are combined with massage,Not suitable during pregnancy, clients with a pacemaker or under going cancer treatment.
Pregnancy massage • 60 or 90 minutes Designed to support the physiologic, structural, and emotional well-being of both mother and fetus. Various forms of massage therapy, including Swedish, deep tissue, neuromuscular, movement, and acupressure may be applied to promote relaxation.
Dry needling • 30/ 45/ 60 / 75 0r 90 minutes Dry Needling (DN) is a technique whereby a sterile needle is inserted into the centre of a myofascial trigger point, or in scar tissue / connective tissue – increasing blood flow to the contracted muscle in order to relax by providing fresh oxygen and nutrients, as well as by flushing away any acidic chemicals. This, in turn, leads to the decompression of the local blood and nerve supply as well as changes in tissue structure. Please notice Dry Needling is not chinese acupuncture. Dry needling is treatment is NOT suitable for persons who have fear of needles, communication difficulties or cognitive disabilities, Acute medical condition, Local infection or at an area with lymphedema. *DN could have adverse effects that will be discussed with you prior to your appointment beginning
Hot Stones Massage • 60 / 90 minutes massage Warm flat volcanic basalt stones used in flowing massage strokes. The heat from the rocks is very efficient at delivering heat to the soft tissue of the body and increasing relaxation by the delivery of heat, great for the cold months of the year.
Prices
30 Minutes $80
45 minutes $105
60 minutes $120
75 minutes $130
90 minutes $155
+$5 dry needling (any session length)
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