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Steve Freelance Massage Therapist
Hi there!
My name is Steve, I am a professional massage therapist and to say the least I love massage! As you can see from the pictures above, I am no ordinary massage therapist in fact I provide much more and that is healing.
A healer is no a routine therapist. I always arrive with a smile and it’s my goal to leave you with one! It is said a smile is contagious, and you deserve to smile! Over time I have developed my own technique from multiple modalities that leaves my clients feeling better than they ever had before. I firmly believe a massage should be an experience in it’s own, solely based on the individual. My specialties widely range from a variety of deep tissue, sports massage, therapeutic relaxation, stress relief, light pressures, re-balancing and energy work. For me, massage is a way of life, balancing the mind body and soul for the better overall self. Please call or whatsapp me for more information I am looking forward to meeting you!
What Is Massage Therapy Good For?
Massage therapy has many beneficial effects. It can relax both the body and the mind and is a great way to relieve physical or emotional stress. It works to release muscular tension, knots, and stiffness, while boosting levels of endorphins, our body’s natural painkillers and “feel good” chemicals.
Massage therapy also improves the circulation meaning that it can help to speed up the healing process and increase lymphatic drainage.
Other potential benefits of massage therapy include reducing blood pressure, boosting immune function and regulating the levels of certain hormones to help conditions such as diabetes.
What Is Massage Therapy Used For?
One of the most common reasons that people use massage therapy is to aid relaxation. It can help to reduce stress and anxiety while improving your mood, sleep, and sense of well-being.
It is also used to relieve pain including neck and shoulder pain, back pain, joint pain, and headaches. It can help to remedy some of the issues caused by poor posture and prolonged sitting which are so common in our modern world.
Massage therapy is also frequently used in the rehabilitation of injuries and is popular among athletes, professional and amateur alike.
Another setting in which massage therapy may be useful is in palliative care. It is sometimes offered as a treatment in hospices and can help people with terminal illnesses such as cancer to feel more comfortable and relaxed.
Types of Massage Strokes
Massage therapy uses a variety of strokes and movements to create friction on the body’s surface. These include long strokes, circular motions, pressing, pulling, rocking, tapping and vibration.
They are normally carried out with the massage therapist’s hands, but their elbows, forearms and even knees and feet may also be used.
Types of Massage Therapy
There are many different types of massage therapy which are practiced across the world. In Nairobi, the most common massages are deep tissue, swedish and sen sual. The type that you choose will depend on personal preference and what specific benefits you are hoping to gain.
For example, some types of massage are more relaxing, and others are more focused on relieving physical pain.
The most common types of massage therapy include:
Oriental Massages
A shiatsu massage consists of a finger-pressure technique that utilizes the traditional acupuncture points of Oriental healing. Similar to acupressure, shiatsu concentrates on unblocking the flow of life energy (or chi) and restoring the balance in the various meridians on the body.
Tui na or shiatsu-amma rely upon the ancient concept of pressure points within the body. By manipulating these points, so the thinking goes, “blocked” energy points can be cleared, improving the overall health of the body and aiding stress and muscle pain relief.
Acupressure has existed for more than 5,000 years. Using the same “map” of the body as acupuncturists, acupressure practitioners use their hands, fingers, and elbows to apply pressure to key locations on the body.
Zen shiatsu adds the element of meditation. The practitioner of this massage form believes that being in a meditative state helps her understand the specific treatment needed for a particular kind of condition.
Watsu is conducted in a very warm pool of water. The therapist supports the patient as the patient floats on the surface of the water. The masseuse manipulates the limbs of the recipient, by applying pressure but also stretches, while supporting the body along the spine.
Zero balancing is an entirely modern method, yet based on ancient Asian principles. The practitioner tries to bring the body and the body’s “energy” into balance with each other, by manipulating pressure points and applying traction.
Therapeutic Massages
Therapeutic massage (or massotherapy) encompasses a broad array of approaches and philosophies – and bonus, most of them don’t even hurt.
Lymphatic massage and manual lymph drainage are both based on the belief that the lymph glands, which play a key role in a healthy immune system, can be manipulated through massage, thereby improving their function.
Aromatherapy massage incorporates the use of essential oils extracted from various plants and flowers. The scent of these oils can increase relaxation and are reported to have additional health benefits such as aiding sleep or improving digestion. One well known aromatherapy-type massage is the raindrop massage.
The raindrop massage involves the use of essential oils, mixed with a variety of massage techniques including back massage, vita flex massage, and heat application.
Thai massage is an invigorating style of bodywork which is somewhere between massage therapy and yoga. It is usually carried out on a mat on the ground, and the therapist assists the client through a series of different positions and stretches.
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Massotherapy
Massotherapy is a general term for medical or therapeutic treatment by massage. Massage therapy is one of the oldest, effective forms of medical care. No one really knows the mystery behind why massage therapy works – we just know that it does.
It is considered a holistic therapy as it reduces the heart rate helping to relax all the muscles of the body. It also helps lower blood pressure, improves blood circulation, improves the lymphatic system, and increases the release of the body’s natural painkillers (such as endorphins).
There are many different types of massage therapies available, each with their own style and purpose. Some therapies help tone and keep the body healthy while others work to relieve different types of pain and stress. Massage therapy also helps to improve the functions of the muscular, circulatory, lymphatic, nervous and skeletal systems. It creates a stronger, healthier body that is able to quickly recover from illness and injury.
Massage typically involves manipulation of the body tissues, to relieve tension and pain and to promote relaxation. Massage therapy also includes the holding of positions, which stretches the soft tissues and applies pressure to the body. This improves flexibility and reduces muscle tension.
Some of the more popular forms of massotherapy include deep tissue massage, sports massage, and Swedish massage, and trigger point therapy.
Deep tissue massage is a technique that focuses on the manipulation of the deep layers of muscle tissue. The tense areas of the body are massaged by the hands using deep pressure and slow strokes. It works to release tension by loosening the muscles and promoting good circulation of the blood and oxygen.
A sports massage is designed for athletes for either before or after any sports event. It helps the athlete achieve better performance and to also relax the muscles after an intense workout. It helps to improve flexibility, reduce muscle tension and fatigue, and prevent injury.
Swedish massage is used to increase the circulation of blood and oxygen in the body and to promote relaxation. It integrates a variety of massage techniques, such as kneading, vibration, long strokes, tapping, stretching and bending. It was developed by a Swedish doctor in the seventeenth century, hence the name.
Lastly, trigger point therapy, also called myofascial trigger point therapy, uses a system of applying gentle pressure to tense areas of the body to relieve stress and pain.
These are just some of the techniques that may be included in massotherapy. There are many more techniques of massotherapy each with unique benefits – you just have to find the one that’s right for you!
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