Sports/ Remedial Massage involves working deeper into the muscles and re-aligning the muscle fibres and breaking down adhesions. If you are feeling tight, experiencing some discomfort, injured then this treatment is for you.

Sports/Remedial Massage is much more specific than Deep Tissue Relaxation Massage and treats more complex ailments including: knee injuries, rotator cuff injuries, shoulder pain, achilles tendinopathy, tennis or golfers elbow, tension headaches, upper or lower back pain, rounded shoulders as well as general fatigue/soreness in the muscles etc.

A variety of techniques are used including frictioning, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, transverse frictioning and stripping.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a powerful, cleansing and relaxing treatment that primarily promotes the optimal functioning of the lymphatic vessels that lead to the circulatory system. MLD facilitates the removal of metabolic wastes, excess water, bacteria and large protein substances from the tissues. MLD relaxes the sympathetic nervous system and is effective in many conditions including oedema, sinus congestion, tissue congestion, pre and post surgery and it minimises scar formation.

I also offer a facial lymphatic drainage option, which is 30minutes purely focused on the chest, neck and face. A build up of lymph in the face can cause acne, dryness, puffiness and dullness, so this rejuvenating treatment is perfect to target this as well as a great anti aging treatment!

Pregnancy Massage is a firm but gentle, relaxing treatment, tailored specifically to the mother to be. It provides much needed relief from the pressure on the joints, ligaments and organs.

It can help with sciatic pain, sacroilliac pain, back pain and is great for lymphatic drainage helping with the fluid retention that occurs - along with so many other benefits.

Preparing for the arrival of a new baby can bring excitement but also stress, so this calming, relaxing treatment can be just what the mother needs to de-stress and prepare her body and mind.

At New Town Therapy, I have the pregnancy bolster which means you can lie face down with bump supported safely, so if you’d like this option, make sure to book at New Town Therapy.

Deep Tissue Relaxation is a deep pressured massage but it is approached from a relaxation style, meaning the techniques will be slower, less intense than they may be in a sports/remedial massage. Choose this option if you like a firm pressure but would also like to completely unwind and relax at the same time.

Indian Head Massage is a deeply relaxing massage derived from the ayurvedic system of healing which has been practiced in India for over a thousand years. A variety of techniques are used on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face. It is a very calming, balancing treatment, leaving the client feeling revitalised.

This treatment is usually done on the massage bed, but can be adapted and done seated also.

Swedish massage is typically a lighter pressure massage working on the upper muscle layers, purely for relaxation. A variety of techniques are used including effleurage, petrissage and tapotement. The kneading and flowing movements are stress melting and provide many benefits.

Full Body or Back, Neck and Shoulders are commonly chosen but the treatment will always be tailored to you and what areas you feel need more attention.

Aromatherapy massage is a deeply relaxing treatment with the use of essential oils. The healing properties of the oils add to the treatment to improve your physical and mental wellbeing.

Essential Oils are derived from herbs, stems, tree extracts, leaves and flowers each with amazing properties and benefits.

Commonly used oils are Lavender, Sweet Orange, Lemon, Peppermint and Eucalyptus.

Cupping Therapy is a unique, effective therapy based on ancient Chinese methods of creating healing in the body. It is a soft tissue therapy that involves suction of the tissues (negative pressure) rather than compression.

There is a variety of techniques used with the cups, they can be placed static or used in a gliding motion over the tissues.

The main principle of cupping is to create a surge of blood flow to an area which stimulates pain relief receptors as well as stimulating inhibitory neural pathways. It’s main benefits are increased blood and lymphatic flow, reduced pain and enhanced mobility of tissues.