Functional Therapy Centre
113-115 High Street
Berkhamsted
HP4 2DJ
Tel: 01442 871674
Email: info@vidamassage.co.uk
Functional Therapy Centre
113-115 High Street
Berkhamsted
HP4 2DJ
Tel: 01442 871674
Email: info@vidamassage.co.uk
Deep tissue massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue to release chronic tension in the body by using very firm pressure on the affected areas. Apart from instant benefit to tense muscles, this massage will also benefit the skeletal system by improving joint mobility and help release tight tendons and ligaments. This treatment includes the use of special techniques such as soft tissue release and facilitated stretches which will help maintain flexibility and leave you feeling invigorated.
Massage is a very important part of ayurvedic lifestyle and works alongside diet, herbs, meditation and yoga to maintain a healthy body and mind. This type of massage or abhyanga focuses on the marma points of the body (107 in total).
These are specific energy centres which are massaged to cleanse stagnant energy and release toxins or ama from the body. A warm ayurvedic oil will be chosen according to your dosha (body type) and soothing Indian music will help create the ambience. The tempo of the massage is rhythmic and you will be left feeling relaxed but energised.
This is a unique form of massage, which treats the whole body and mind by channelling energy and unblocking meridian lines. Compression techniques are the core of this treatment, boosting the circulation and rebalancing the systems of the body.
Indonesian massage consists of dry movements followed by a warming coconut and ginger oil. The tempo of the treatment is upbeat, performed to traditional Balinese music. It is a very powerful and purposeful massage, which will leave you feeling uplifted, recharged and full of vitality.
Bamboo massage is a new full body treatment originating in Asia, using bamboo canes to create a deep massage with a combination of rolling techniques and stretches. This treatment is particularly good for helping reduce lactic acid from light hamstring and calf muscles.