A - Z of Treatments

Acupuncture / Acupressure - at - $70 per hour

Revitalize your core energy with acupuncture or acupressure to improve the state of your natural energy, release blocked emotional energy.

This creates a strong and unimpeded flow of ki (Qi) or energy within the body. Try a combination.

Acupressure is compression, which allows application over clothing, the direct pressure given to certain pressure points for instant relief from virtually any minor and many severe symptoms which affect the human body. It can be delivered using knees, palms, elbows and fingers & feet. No oil is used, this can be done on the floor for maximum benefit

The rythmic application of these compression techniques greatly affects the nervous system leading to a variety of responses including:

Secretion of endorphins and other neural responses

Release of histamines, which dilate the blood vessels and other cellular secretions

Circulation is improved leading to better delivery of nutrients, oxygen, and arterial blood components.

Improved filteration and elimination of carbon dioxide, metabolites and toxins.

Softening, relaxation and increased flexibility of muscle and connective tissues.

Phychological benefits occur in response to therapy with secondary effects that influence sensation and pain perception.

Aromatherapy massage - at - $70 per hour

A relaxing traditional aromatherapy massage with essential oils of your choice are blended to relax & rejuvenate your mind, body & soul.

Aromatherapy massage stimulates the flow of blood and lymph, thereby initiating a cleansing process in the body. Aromatherapy promotes healing of the mind, body and spirit through the therapeutic use of essential oils by inhalations, compresses, baths and massage.

Choose your favourite Essential oil and benefit from the wonderful healing properties.

Connective tissue release - at - $70 per hour

This technique is wonderful for the skin, scar tissue, superficial fascia and fat, for separation of fascia and reduces pain tolerance.

The purpose of Connective tissue release is to :-

~ improve blood supply, seperate fascial binding, stimulate arousal

~ soften scar tissue

~ relax, increase self esteem, create body contact

~ increase lymphatic drainage

~ broaden muscle envelopes, free up adhesions

~ increase muscle health, trigger points, pain

~ release neuro-vascular entrapements

~ relax fascial tethering, disolve crystals

~ release blocked energetic segments

~ reduce joint pain by direct loosening of capsule, ligaments and muscles

~ soften hardened tissues, indrease confidence, awareness and well being.

Cupping, moxibustion & massage - at - $70 per treatment

Cupping is a technique that is especially useful in the treatment of problems of local Qi, or blood stagnation in the channels. This involves drawing the blood and Qi (energy) to the surface of the skin using a vacuum created inside a glass cup. It is helpful in expelling the external pathogenic factor of wind-cold that can invade the lungs.

Cupping is an ancient technique which helps local stagnation to clear, the strength of the vacuum (from oxygen burnt up in cup) draws fresh energy to muscles in spasm and disperses the stagnant energy or qi resulting from the spasm.

Bruises may be left after treatment

Deep tissue massage - at - $70 per treatment

Deep tissue massage gets into those deep, tight muscles & trigger points. It also mobilizes all your joints for better range of movement and it great for rehabilitation of injury.

Deep tissue massage will enhance the performance of athletes by removing post event soreness from metabolic wastes and micro-trauma promoting healing of injured tissues.

The purpose of Deep tissue Massage is to :-

~ improve blood supply, seperate fascial binding, stimulate arousal

~ soften scar tissue

~ relax, increase self esteem, create body contact

~ increase lymphatic drainage

~ broaden muscle envelopes, free up adhesions

~ increase muscle health, trigger points, pain

~ release neuro-vascular entrapements

~ relax fascial tethering, disolve crystals

~ release blocked energetic segments

~ reduce joint pain by direct loosening of capsule, ligaments and muscles

~ soften hardened tissues, indrease confidence, awareness and well being.

Hot stone massage - at - $70 per hour

Warm basalt lava stones containing distinctive mineralogy are massaged over your whole body, this is an absolutely gratifying and enjoyable feeling you must experience.

They stimulate and detoxify the body giving you harmony & a positive energy flow, absolute tranquility!

Hot basalt stones influence the energy centers for body and mind balancing. They work deep into the superficial layer of muscles.

The application of these stones to the body also aid in the treatment of weakened conditions by increasing micro-circulation by bringing oxygen with them and increasing cell metabolism of blood & lymph, in turn accelerating waste removal. These stones can also be used in conjunction with deep tissue and trigger point massage techniques

Lymphatic Drainage Massage - at - $70.00 per hour or $90.00 per 1 & half hours

Lymphatic drainage is wonderful for draining excess fluid, pregnancy, neurological disorders, hypertension, cellulite and well being. Detoxify your body with a lymphatic drainage massage!

The lymphatic System is one of the five main elimination channels in your body along with skin, lungs, kidneys & bowels. It is a major route for the absorption of nutrients from digestion into the tissues and it is also your bodies metabolic waste-disposal system. It clears toxins, unwanted proteins and waste which can not be removed by any other means from your tissues and cells. These are by-products of metabolic wastes, stress, dead cells, metals, in organic substances and other assorted debris which your cells cast off.

Major functions of the Lymphatic System: Maintains connective tissue to optimal state, carries toxins out of interstitial spaces, helps transport lymphocytes and hormones throughout the body (immune reaction), filter for harmful substances & bacterial infection, maintains balance of fluids in the tissues & recovers substances that have escaped into the tissues die. proteins.

The Lymphatic System has no pump, its nourishing, water balancing and eliminative functions are dependant upon muscle contractions, diaphragm breathing and body movements. It is common to develop a somewhat sluggish lymphatic flow, causes being inactivity, consumption of inappropriate food & beverages and reduced water intake. All these factors stress the lymphatic system.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a light technique designed to stimulate the circulation of lymph to speed up the removal of wastes from all over the body. It works wonderfully on the nervous system by reducing sympathetic activity, allowing para sympathetic activity, stimulates the defenses of the immune system and increases the flow and volume of lymph fluid. People will often feel the results for as long as a week.

Works better if you have cleansed your body first!!

The Lymphatic System is one of the five main elimination channels in your body along with skin, lungs, kidneys & bowels. It is a major route for the absorption of nutrients from digestion into the tissues and it is also your bodies metabolic waste-disposal system. It clears toxins, unwanted proteins and waste which can not be removed by any other means from your tissues and cells. These are by-products of metabolic wastes, stress, dead cells, metals, in organic substances and other assorted debris which your cells cast off.

Major functions of the Lymphatic System: Maintains connective tissue to optimal state, carries toxins out of interstitial spaces, helps transport lymphocytes and hormones throughout the body (immune reaction), filter for harmful substances & bacterial infection, maintains balance of fluids in the tissues & recovers substances that have escaped into the tissues ie. proteins.

The Lymphatic System has no pump, its nourishing, water balancing and eliminative functions are dependant upon muscle contractions, diaphramic breathing and body movements. It is common to develop a somewhat sluggish lymphatic flow, causes being inactivity, consumption of inappropriate food & beverages and reduced water intake. All these factors stress the lymphatic system.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a light technique designed to stimulate the circulation of lymph to speed up the removal of wastes from all over the body. It works wonderfully on the nervous system by reducing sympathetic activity, allowing para sympathetic activity, stimulates the defenses of the immune system and increases the flow and volume of lymph fluid. People will often feel the results for as long as a week.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is great for scars, stress, cellulite, stretch marks, detoxification, chronic fatigue, overweight, arthritis, neurological disorders, well being, pregnancy & pain.

Meridian Magic - Zen Shiatsu - at - $70 per hour

This magical massage creates a strong and unimpeded flow of Qi or Ki (energy), increases total Qi and moves blocked Qi. Qi is our life force, our vitality or energy.

This method uses no oil and works on the energetic system rather than the musculo-skeletal system, balancing Yin and Yang in your body. Superb! Eastern elemental theory.

Mobilizing & Stretching - at - $70 per hour

Mobilizing massage improves posture, increases respiration, digestion, neural conductivity, life force - Increases whole body efficiency & integration. It is also used to release cellular memory of early life tissue responses to life experiences.

Stretching increases flexibility, you lie there while I stretch every joint of your body, using some PNF techniques to increase range of motion and loosening tight joints along the way. You will feel fantastic by the end of the treatment.

The purpose of Mobilizing Massage & stretching is to :-

~ improve blood supply, seperate fascial binding, stimulate arousal

~ soften scar tissue

~ relax, increase self esteem, create body contact

~ increase range of motion in joints

~ broaden muscle envelopes, free up adhesions

~ increase muscle health, trigger points, pain

~ release neuro-vascular entrapements

~ relax fascial tethering, disolve crystals

~ release blocked energetic segments

~ reduce joint pain by direct loosening of capsule, ligaments and muscles

~ soften hardened tissues, indrease confidence, awareness and well being.

Myo Fascial Release - at - $70 per hour

Fascia or connective tissue forms a web, supporting, enwrapping, connecting and separating all the functional units of the body. Injury or restriction in the fascial network transmits strain and can be felt at a great distance from its source. This technique can be painful.

Outcome based / Remedial massage - at - $70 per hour

A Client Physical Health Assessment is carried out first with special tests and kinesiology, the proplem area will be identified and then I will do my best to improve it with remedial massage therapy.

This massage is designed for Chronic conditions, to alleviate medical, injury, painful or dis-ease related conditions. Home exercises may be given.

With Remedial massage you may be given a treatment plan after taking a look at perpetuating factors for example sitting job, length and strength of muscles and advise you the outcome from treatment.

The purpose of Remedial Massage is to :-

~ improve blood supply, seperate fascial binding, stimulate arousal

~ soften scar tissue

~ relax, increase self esteem, create body contact

~ increase lymphatic drainage

~ broaden muscle envelopes, free up adhesions

~ increase muscle health, trigger points, pain

~ release neuro-vascular entrapements

~ relax fascial tethering, disolve crystals

~ release blocked energetic segments

~ reduce joint pain by direct loosening of capsule, ligaments and muscles

~ soften hardened tissues, indrease confidence, awareness and well being.

~ Mobilise life energy

~ increase bio-energetic processes and emotional co-ordination & expressions

~ Increase body-mind unity

~ Dissolve bio-energetic bodily splits

~ Transfer healing energies for physical, spiritual, emotional, mental being.

Reflexology - at - $70 per hour

Reflexology is a gentle and extremely effective form of therapeutic foot or hand massage. The feet are a perfect mirror or map of the body, organs, which reflect or reflex the body part.

Feet are important in health and healing, so take some time out to put your feet up, enjoy a cup of herbal tea while you have your feet pampered..

Reiki & massage - at - $70 per hour

Hands on healing or 'Reiki' is a holistic method of healing, by using the universal energy through hands to heal certain conditions. it is extremely wholistic, it cleanses the body and mind of poisons and whilst practiced in conjunction with massage it is extremely therapeutic and beneficial for healing.

Open yourself up to try this wonderful experience of Reiki.

Remedial / outcome based massage- at - $70 per hour

Remedial Massage first has a look at the way you walk and your posture, then your history, initial complaint - what caused it, your lifestyle and personal information. Then taking a look at the region seeing if there is any overt pain, with movement, analysis, special tests and examining reflexes. Then a treatment plan can be professionally recommended.

Remedial massage is designed to alleviate chronic pain or cure medical, injury, painful or dis-ease related conditions. Home exercises may be given.

The purpose of Remedial Massage is to :-

~ improve blood supply, seperate fascial binding, stimulate arousal

~ soften scar tissue

~ relax, increase self esteem, create body contact

~ increase lymphatic drainage

~ broaden muscle envelopes, free up adhesions

~ increase muscle health, trigger points, pain

~ release neuro-vascular entrapements

~ relax fascial tethering, disolve crystals

~ release blocked energetic segments

~ Increases range of motion in joints.

~ Reduce joint pain by direct loosening of capsule, ligaments and muscles

~ soften hardened tissues, indrease confidence, awareness and well being.

~ Mobilise life energy

~ increase bio-energetic processes and emotional co-ordination & expressions

~ Increase body-mind unity

~ Dissolve bio-energetic bodily splits

~ Transfer healing energies for physical, spiritual, emotional, mental being.

Skin Rolling - at - $70 per hour

This is a very painfull technique!!!

Skin Rolling is great if your stiff and tight or restricted in particular movements.

You'll be amazed how free you feel after a treatment of skin rolling.

The body is made up of layers and layers like an onion so you need to free these layers when they get stuck as this restricts muscular expansion and contraction, release stuck tissues with skin rolling.

Shiatsu - Zen - at - $70 per hour

& Universal Energy Massage

Japanese acupressure /Oriental Massage

Traditional Eastern Asian Diagnosis & massage
This massage is delivered with no oil, your clothes on and performed on the floor, or low table working with the 12 main meridians (lines of energy throughout the body).

Shiatsu is a "Healing art" whose major types are acupressure, shiatsu massage, and Zen Shiatsu. Its theory posits ki ("vital energy"), meridians ("energy pathways"), and tsubos: "vital" points or "holes" on the body that are susceptible to healthful stimulation. "Shiatsu" is the abbreviation of a Japanese word that literally means "finger-pressure treatment" (shi means finger, or fingers, and atsu means pressure).

A Pulse Diagnosis, Tongue Diagnosis, Back shu point and stomach hara Diagnosis is taken prior to and after each treatment.

Shiatsu Pressure is applied along meridians that indicate deficiency or excess in energy & balance yin and yang within the body, dispersing any blockages allowing your energy to flow freely, increase vitality and well being.

Traditional Eastern Asian Medicine - TEAM Identifies 5 ways that Qi manifests itself in the universe as the five elements. They are:Fire, Water, Wood. Earth and Metal. As with all things in the universe, the human body is influenced by the energies of these five elements. Imbalances in the energies of one element will show in the organs and meridians dominated by that element.

Each element is also associated with an emotion, a body part, a body outlet, a sense, a flavor, a sensation and a Season. The elements interact with each other - Fire produces ashes to become Earth, Earth produces metal as ore. When metal is heated it becomes fluid (like water). Water allows wood to grow. Wood produces fire when burned.The arrows in the very center of the diagram show a control cycle of the elements. Too much of one element may lead to a weakening of the corresponding one.

Try aTraditional Eastern Asian Diagnosis & Shiatsu massage, it is a wonderful way to shift and move energy and increase vitality.

Traditional Chinese Medicine dates back to the Shang Dynasty 1000 B.C. The philosophy which underlies Chinese Medicine, is developed from observation of the world of nature.

The Chinese use to explain health and sickness in terms of the body's harmonies and disharmonies. Balance is just as vital within the human being as it is in the universe. This involves constantly readjusting energy forces.

Everywhere in nature there is dynamic interchange. This takes place within the change of seasons, the Chinese medical system draws extensively on these metaphors. This is most fully articulated in the system of the "five elements".

Qi or Energy flows through the universe and through its microsm - the human body. The Human body is seen as an energy system in which various substances interact to create the whole physical organism. These basic substances are Qi, Jing, Blood, Body Fluid & Shen.

We are born with inherited Qi and gain Qi from food we eat and air we breathe. Jing is our essence, while Qi is our energy, Jing is our vital force, from pre-birth to death, it can determine our constitution.

Sports Massage - at - $70 per hour

Gain that competitive edge with sports massage and really enjoy yourself at the same time! So join the growing number of athletes from around the world who are discovering the many benefits of massage, make an appointment today.

The purpose of Sports Massage is to :-

~ loosen, warm and ready the muscles for activity

~ prevent sports-related injuries

~ improve performance and endurance

~ relieve post-event pain and stiffness

~ return muscles to normal faster

~ improve blood supply, seperate fascial binding, stimulate arousal

~ soften scar tissue

~ relax, increase self esteem, create body contact

~ increase lymphatic drainage

~ broaden muscle envelopes, free up adhesions

~ increase muscle health, trigger points, pain

~ release neuro-vascular entrapements

~ relax fascial tethering, disolve crystals

~ release blocked energetic segments

~ reduce joint pain by direct loosening of capsule, ligaments and muscles

~ soften hardened tissues, indrease confidence, awareness and well being.

Traditional Swedish - at - $70 per hour

A soothing, calming massage using Traditional Swedish techniques of effleurage, petrissage, friction and tapotement are combined to relax and renew that tired body. It will improve your circulation and relieve muscular tension.

Therapeutic massage - at - $70 per hour

Therapeutic massage is beneficial for sore, stiff or swollen joints and muscle cramp. Therapeutic massage has the greatest use in health restoration following accidents, in aiding the body systems to restore health and function. Arthritic conditions, sprains, scars and broken bones benefit considerably from regular massage.

Massage helps improve circulation and nutrition of joints and accelerates the elimination of harmful deposits and lessens inflammation and alleviates pain. Massage also prevents formation of adhesions by stretching the connective tissue it improves the circulation and nutrition supply therefore reducing the danger of knots or fibrositis.

Trigger point release - at - $70 per hour

Trigger points live inside our bodies and create pain and emotional discomfort, TP's live on muscle tissue and need to be touched or encouraged to be released. Therefore massage is the best release.

TP's form from injury or dysfunction in another part of the body. TP's are hyperirritable and may give rise to referred pain. TP's generally interfere with the circulation of the body fluids, nerve impulses, communication with in the body systems, emotions and life force energies.

Tu ina - Chinese Massage - at - $70 per hour

Chinese Massage ~ The Art of Tuina

Chinese massage is based on a theory that the body is networked by a system of pathways which function to transport energy (Qi) and blood, to regulate yin and yang, protect against external pathogens and to link the internal organs with the exterior. Blockage in meridians causes pain and is intimately connected with all health problems. These pathways link and balance the body's various organs. The Chinese believe that good health stems from a free flow of energy or Qi throughout the body and stagnation will bring pain and illness.

Tuina has a long history even by Chinese standards, predating acupunture. 4th Century BC texts on Tuina first appeared and today it takes place in most Chinese Hospitals. Japanese massage ~ Shiatsu, originated from Chinese Massage & Peter Henrik Ling who developed Swedish massage in 1813 studied Chinese Massage techniques.

Tuina techniques are:- pushing, holding, pressing, rubbing, rolling, twisting, vibrating, traction, mobilization and rotation.

Sotai (Sotai Therapy): - at - $70 per hour

Sotai is done with a client and therapist and it gives your body extra range of motion by way of breathing and moving / resisting in specific directions to enhance flexibility, reduce pain and increase mobility.

"Natural" system of bodywork developed by Keizo (Keiji) Hashimoto, M.D., in Japan, and endorsed by Kenzo Kase, D.C. It purportedly enables one to adapt to one's environment by "harmonizing" breathing, eating, thinking, and moving. Sotai uses a "sensitive point" on the "liver meridian" (an alleged channel or pathway for "vital energy"). The word "Sotai" combines two Japanese characters: So, which means "to manipulate," and Tai, which means "body."

Phone Sonya on 0412 003 090 Gold Coast, Queensland Australia to learn any of the above styles of massage

Private tuition - $50per hour