Sports, Remedial, Swedish and pregnancy massage; ultrasound and joint mobilisation; Indian Head Massage; Reflexology; Hot Stone Massage; Ear candling and Pilates.
SERVICES
Massage is an ancient therapy dating back to Egyptian times and beyond. It is an effective yet very safe therapy, that can help ease pain, release tension and thus induce relaxation and promote a feeling of well being
By working on the soft tissues massage can stimulate the muscular and nervous systems and improve the blood circulation and lymphatic flow. This enables fresh oxygenated blood to repair the body tissues and metabolic waste products and toxins to be eliminated. This is turn allows the body to function more efficiently and counteracts the debilitating effects of stressful modern day living.
How does Sports Massage differ from therapeutic massage?
Sports massage is a deeper form of soft tissue massage, which uses specific techniques to treat physically active individuals who may be more vulnerable to injury because of the stresses placed on their body by their sport. I may also advise on stretching or strengthening exercises as appropriate to work in conjunction with treatment. I can also carry out ultrasound and joint mobilisation when necessary.
How can Sports massage help me?
Sports massage is particularly effective in treating minor soft tissue problems by relieving niggling aches and pains before they develop into more serious overuse injuries. It is also great in the pre- event situation, whether your needs are for relaxation or stimulation, and in post-event relaxation and recovery. Finally, it is good for the general relief of stress and tension and for fatigue, whether this is occupational, recreational or sporting!
What are its benefits?
Sports massage offers individually tailored treatment and advice to:
- Help relieve the stress and tension which hinders the achievements of optimum performance
- Reduce the likelihood of injury during exercise
- Speed up the recovery process and aid rehabilitation after injury
- Ensure full range of joint movement and increase muscle flexibility
- Improve postural and general body awareness
Who can benefit from Sports massage?
You do not have to be a sportsperson to feel the benefits! Muscular tension, stress ad fatigue can affect all of us, whether we are competitive or recreational athletes, DIY fanatics, gardeners, and busy housewives or stressed executives. Active or sedentary – you should find massage relaxing and therapeutic. Many people appreciate the deep treatment offered by a sports massage practitioner as they can really feel those knots being “ironed out”. They also start to become aware of how their bodies react and tense up under stress and by heeding these warning signs, they can then take early action to reduce their stress levels and relax.
Reflexology
I have recently qualified as a Reflexologist. Reflexology is an ancient therapy where pressure point massage is perfromed on the feet to help detect any imbalances in the body. it is believed that different sections of the feet correspond to parts of the body and can relieve many conditions such as sinus problems, back tension, hormone imbalances, headaches, migraines, fatigue, stress and digestive problems.
Ellen Shearon
I qualified as a Fitness Instructor with the YMCA in 1991 after realising that keeping fit was fun and didn’t have to be competitive. I began teaching general aerobic classes, progressing to Step, circuits, pre and post natal, Box-a-cise, body conditioning and legs bums and tums. As my interest in sport and fitness increased I qualified in Remedial and Swedish massage in 1994, followed by Sports Massage in 2001. I am also qualified to carry out Indian Head Massage and Ear candling (thermo auricular therapy).
I also qualified as a Pilates Instructor in 2005 when I began to recognise that that a lot of people’s problems were posturally related. I am also qualified to carry out ultrasound and / or joint manipulation when needed – having these skills in my toolkit is essential in a professional approach to dealing with each individual patient.
The biggest buzz and greatest satisfaction I get is when someone comes to me with chronic pain and I can help not only to alleviate it but give that person advice on how to avoid repeated pain in the future.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
BTEC National Diploma in Sports Massage (Credit) from London School of Sports Massage
Remedial Massage - Premier Fitness
ITEC Diploma in Indian Head Massage (Distinction)
Thermo-auricular Therapy
Joint mobilisation for the injured athlete
Ultrasound and electrotherapy
VTCT Reflexology
YMCA Fitness Instructor (to music)
Stott Pilates Matwork Certification
Zumba Instructor
Service Categories
Ear Candling, Indian Head Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology, Remedial Massage, Sports Injury Therapy, Sports Massage, Swedish Relaxation Massage
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