The table below answers some frequently asked questions about what happens during and after a session. Elements of the different therapies can be combined for each visit.
In general...
Reflexology The whole system is worked via manipulation of reflex points on the feet or hands
Holistic or Deep Tissue Massage General Massage or work on specific areas such as Tension Back Massage or Face & Scalp Massage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder) Gentle, rhythmic massage technique moving the skin in the direction of the lymph flow. The neck is always worked first, followed by the areas specific to each person/session.
Indian Champissage Works directly on the upper back and arms, shoulders, neck, head and face Kansa Vatki Foot Massage Feet and lower legs are massaged with ghee or oils using a small three metal bowl
'M' Technique Method of structured touch to provide a very gentle, soothing massage
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| What happens during a session?
Reflexology Work on your feet, lower legs and possibly your hands. The touch is a light to firm movement of thumbs and fingers assisted by a small amount of beeswax or powder (non-talc). No tools or implements are used.
Holistic or Deep Tissue Massage Using beeswax, oil or powder - light, medium or firm movements are used to work on a combination of some or all of the following: Upper and lower back, shoulders, legs, arms, abdomen, neck, face and scalp.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder) The sessions can work 'top to toe' from the scalp to the feet. No oils or medium are used to work on the skin.
Indian Champissage Work on your upper back, shoulders, arms, neck, face and scalp. Oils can be used in the hair - but most people prefer without. Kansa Vatki Foot Massage Feet and lower legs are massaged with a small three metal bowl using ghee or various oils.
'M' Technique Using oil a very gentle sequence is performed to the back, legs, arms, neck, face and scalp.
| What specific clothing should I wear?
Reflexology Trousers with a leg wide enough to facilitate massage of the calf muscle, or a skirt/dress.
Holistic or Deep Tissue Massage None specific
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder) None specific
Indian Champissage Separates
Kansa Vatki Foot Massage Trousers with a leg wide enough to facilitate massage of the calf muscle, or a skirt/dress.
'M' Technique None specific
| Will I have to remove any clothing? Reflexology Yes, shoes and socks/tights/stockings
Holistic or Deep Tissue Massage Yes, jewellery and outer clothing
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder) Yes, jewellery and outer clothing
Indian Champissage Yes, necklaces, earrings and any face piercing Kansa Vatki Foot Massage Yes, shoes and socks/tights/stockings
'M' Technique Yes, jewellery and outer clothing
| How long will a course of sessions last?
Reflexology A typical course lasts between four and six sessions. Regular maintenance sessions have proved popular with many clients
Holistic or Deep Tissue Massage One session may ease a particular problem. Regular sessions, alongside 'homework', may contribute to the minimisation or prevention of further problems.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder) Initial regular sessions, alongside 'homework',
may contribute to the minimisation or prevention of further problems.
Indian Champissage A typical course lasts for three or four sessions.
Kansa Vatki Foot Massage Many people who 'work on their feet' enjoy regular maintenance sessions.
'M' Technique Evidence suggests that regular sessions have a cumulative effect. (see Massage Therapies page). |
All the therapies listed on this web-site should be seen as complementary to and not as an alternative to professional medical consultations and treatments.
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