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A relaxation massage is the perfect way to de-stress, unwind and let your body rejuvenate.
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What’s not to like? Emma was just what I needed, a relaxing massage that was also firm and took all my stress away.
Loved your service and everything about it including the little turtle charm in the mail. – Emma
The most relaxing massage I have ever had.
Renate gave me the best massage, deep enough to count, relaxing enough to send me to sleep.
Taylor, Kingscliff, Relaxing Massage Byron Bay NSW
Amy was fantastic I felt really relaxed and comfortable.
She worked specifically on the areas I needed her to mostly concentrate on. Would highly recommend your services to my friends. Brianna, Relaxation Massage Melbourne
My husband booked me in and said it was an easy process to organise a date and time.
Karen turned up right on time.
The tightness in my back, neck and shoulders has completely gone and I felt totally relaxed.
Thank you for a very convenient in home service. Alyssa, Coolum, Relaxation Massage Sunshine Coast
Tapotement or tapping – Here the therapists taps the muscles with the edge of the hand, tips of the fingers or with a closed fist to release tension and cramping. This technique invigorates muscles before relaxing them.
Vibration or shaking – this is performed at the end of the massage when the therapist presses her hands on the back or limbs and rapidly shakes them for a few seconds. This stroke is particularly helpful for relieving back pain.
Relaxation massage, or Swedish massage, is the most popular of all traditional European style massages.
Developed by Per Henrik Link in the 1700s, who merged Western and Eastern healing techniques, it was the first organised and systematic method of modern therapeutic massage in the Western world.
Using oil or lotion, relaxation massage incorporates the following strokes.
Effleurage – Meaning touching lightly, effleurage comprises long gliding strokes from the neck to the base of the spine, or from the shoulder to the fingertips.
Done with the entire hand or the pads of the thumb, it helps relax the muscles while also enabling the therapist to examine the texture and quality of the muscle tissue.
Friction or rubbing – This consists of deep circular movements of the thumb pads or fingertips around the joints and other bony areas to break down adhesion or knots of muscle fiber which develop in response to muscular trauma or pain.
There are lots of differences between a relaxation and deep tissue massage. It’s not just the pressure. Both styles of massage use different techniques. A relaxation massage is a lighter pressure, but also uses more flowing, effleurage techniques. The therapist will use the palms of their hand a lot in this style of massage and will stay away from trigger points. A deep tissue or sports massage will see the therapist using more elbows and pressing on trigger points to release muscles. There can be pain associated with a deep tissue massage whereas a relaxation massage is softer and more gentle.
A relaxation massage is particularly good for those times when you are stressed. Or it is a good style to book in whilst away on holidays and the aim of your massage is just to unwind. It is a common style of massage we do during hens parties and couples massages as well. It is also the most common style done during pregnancy.
There are many styles of relaxation massage so it’s difficult to say one is better than another. The most popular style in the West is a Swedish massage that is taught in most massage courses for therapists. However Kahuna, Thai, Shiatsu and other styles of massage can also be done relaxation style.
All Ripple therapists are fully qualified and experienced in relaxation massage. They are trained by nationally accredited courses to either Certificate IV or Diploma of Remedial Massage. Many of our therapists are also trained in other styles of relaxation massage such as Hawaiian style, Thai or Japanese massage. Reflexology, which is included in all of our spa packages, is a great way to relax tired feet, and all of our therapists are trained in this style as well.
You can book anytime of the day online with Ripple through our online booking form.
When you are booking online, just choose the relaxation massage option. Alternatively give us a call on 0438 567 906 and we can book you in directly.
Just let us know through the online form or at time of booking.
Your therapist will consult with you before you treatment as well to find out if you would like a deeper tissue, firmer style of massage or your aim for your massage is relaxation. We aim to give you the massage you would like, so just let us know!
Your massage therapist can tell a lot about your body just from observation. So your posture, your energy, how you hold your body all give us clues as to what is going on. We will also ask you what you need from your massage as well.
Putting all this together we determine if the style of massage you need is more therapeutic or if we should concentrate on a lighter, more superficial style of massage that will relax your mind as well as your body.
Absolutely! This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get. A full list of what massage is good for what stress cause is here
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Author Biography – Ali Saoirse – BEc University Sydney, GradDipPsych Bond University, Diploma Remedial Massage, Certificate IV Massage, Level 7 Kahuna Massage, Qualifications in Pregnancy Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology from Gold Coast TAFE.