Abhyanga Massage Abhyanga gentle massage of the whole body with warm oil Tired body and flabby skin without healthy colour are problems which can be overcome by the good masseur applying therapies derived from Ayurveda. Abhyanga Massage (in literary translation “anointing”), is a gentle massage of the whole body performed with warm, medicinal oils. Oils Continue reading
Thai Massage
Thai Massage This massage is nothing like our traditional classical massages. It is performed on a mat laid on the floor, without the use of oils, through loose clothing. Massage therapist uses a variety of techniques, mostly a rhythmical, slow pressure of the body and elements of stretching, passive yoga and working with energy channels. Continue reading
Lomi Lomi Massage
Lomi Lomi Massage Lomi Lomi massage is a form of Hawaiian “body work”, derived from the ancient temples in Hawaii. It served for purification, strengthening and healing. Often it was a rite of passage – entry into adulthood or a new phase of life. Massage could take several days. It was accompanied by songs, prayers, Continue reading
Baby Massage
Baby Massage A healthy baby is a massaged baby Although it is recommended to perform baby massage without prior learning, there are books and publications on the internet, even brief, few hours long training courses for parents. You can also go with the child to a massage therapist and see how s/he performs the massage Continue reading
Ayurvedic Massage
Ayurvedic Massage Ayurvedic massage traditional massage technique naive to the Indian subcontinent. The principles of the technique originate from Ayurveda, ancient Indian system. According to its teachings all forms of life are composed of three elements: vata, pitta and kapha, which correspond to our elements: water, fire and earth. Dosha is an element unique to Continue reading
Muscles
Muscles The muscles are highly specialized organs that are capable of reducing their length (contracting capacity). There are the following types of muscles: muscle tissue composed of smooth muscle, muscles composed of striated muscle fibers subordinate to our will and myocardium, consisting of muscle fibers transversely striated independent of our will (from conscious nerve impulses). Continue reading
Ma uri massage
Ma uri Massage Ma uri massage comes from the Polynesian system of healing used in New Zealand by Tohuns – Maori experts of the healing, art of massage, ritual and living in harmony with nature. Ma uri in the Maori language means “descendants of White Light” and refers to the legend of their arrival on Continue reading
Spine – First Symptoms
Spine – do not underestimate first symptoms Lack of sport, sedentary lifestyle, long-term work on a computer, incorrect body posture at the desk or neglect of defects recognized in childhood – these are main reasons of spine pains. Recently, a large group of patients has included office workers who spend long hours at the desk, Continue reading
Kahi Loa Massage
Kahi Loa Massage Kahi Loa is one of the traditional methods of working with the body practiced by Hawaiian healers and shamans. Just like Lomi Lomi Nui, it is not only a massage technique but practical reflection of Hawaiian Huna and Aloha Spirit. As a result, in spite of its simplicity, it allows you to Continue reading
Massage – After the Treatment
Massage – After the Treatment State of total relaxation, great satisfaction caused by enormous amount of endorphins released into our system through a massage session, we have just treated ourselves to. Last touch of massage therapist should not equal sudden end of the session. Massage therapist should always properly take after their client just after Continue reading