Massage Styles at Byron Bay Massage Clinic

Shiatsu Massage

(指圧 Japanese from shi, meaning finger, and atsu, meaning pressure) is a traditional hands-on therapy originating in Japan

A traditional hands-on Japanese healing art,Shi(finger) and Atsu(pressure) elbows,knees and feet are also used to press along the body’s network of meridian lines and pressure points, releasing blocked channels of energy. It is a holistic method of alleviating pain and promoting health in the whole body. Shiatsu can help in a wide range of conditions from specific injuries to more general symptoms of poor health. Shiatsu is a deeply relaxing experience and regular sessions help to prevent the build-up of stress in our daily lives.

the body is divided into 12 flow channels called Meridians. And there is a flow of energy around these meridians all the time. Sometimes the flow of energy becomes blocked and that leads to symptoms in the body. By applying pressure to these meridians it releases the blockages.

Shiatsu is a relaxing treatment and can be beneficial for back pain, stress, headaches, whiplash injuries, neck stiffness, joint pain and reduced motibility and many sports injuries amongst other ailments.
Shiatsu, uses a still, relaxed pressure at various points on the body with the hand or thumb, an easy leaning of the elbows.
Chi. Ki is the primary substance and motive force of life. It is most often described as "energy", but Ki is also synonymous with breath in the Japanese and Chinese languages. In Oriental medicine, harmony of Ki within the human body is conceived as being essential to health.
The role of shiatsu therapists is to diagnose and treat according to the principles of Oriental medicine.

Traditional Thai Massage

If you have had a Thai Massage before you will know the deeply relaxing and therapeutic benefits this ancient form of massage has to offer.

 Traditional Thai Massage is a complete massage system, based on the energy meridians of the body. The energy meridians are based on the concept that life force flows through our body, traveling along these meridians which if blocked lead to disease. If we keep these meridians clear and flowing we will experience enhanced health and vitality.

   Thai Massage unblocks and balances the meridians of the body through firm but gentle pressure using many parts of the body (fingers, thumbs, elbows, knees, palms…..)  to open, relax and stimulate the muscles, circulation and nervous system.
Pressure points are massaged over the entire body, whilst simultaneously using stretching techniques, this process allows for a deeper massage which at the same time as relaxing muscles and unblocking the meridians, it opens and mobilizes the joints and increases flexibility.

YOU GET A SESSION OF YOGA AT THE SAME TIME AS GETTING A MASSAGE.

The practice of Thai massage goes deeper than physical techniques as it uses the breath as a meditative tool to enhance the effect of the massage. The rhythmic movements of the massage synchronize with your breath (and the practitioners) enhancing the flow of energy through the energy lines of the body, removing energetic blockages and relaxing the muscles.

The combination of these stretching, massage, acupressure and breathing techniques gives you a complete treatment aiding the body in detoxification of all toxins Physical, Emotional and Mental.

  Thai Massage is practiced on the floor to allow for maximum use of weight and leverage which is necessary for the great variety of stretching, opening and pressure techniques used in Thai massage the receiver is fully clothed in lose fitting comfortable garments to allow for stretching.

Thai massage is a complete massage leaving you relaxed, energized and rejuvenated.  

Tradional Thai Massage is an ancient system of massage stemming from aryuvedic traditions that incorporates pressure and stretching techniques which open and stimulate the energy lines of the body. Relaxing ,revitalizing and healing drained, damadged and inflammed tissues of the body.

 

Hot Rocks Massage

An ancient massage technique utilising the benefits of thermotherapy. Hot stones are gently placed on energy or ‘chakra’ points during the treatment and are used on the body during the massage to provide deep muscular stress relief.

Heated stone treatment goes beyond the physical and allows you to enter a deeper sense of relaxation, health and well being. The penetrating heat from the stones relaxes muscles, allowing trigger points to dissolve and fade with minimum effort. Some of the benefits include relief of chronic pain, relaxation and stress reduction, detoxification of the body, and relief of neck and back pain.

Each rock is heated and placed on key points of your body. The energy from the heated rock penetrates your skin for a unique soothing, healing experience. This treatment is perfect for those feeling stressed or out of sync.
 

Hot Rock Massage - Escape the Every Day- 90 min Hot Rock Massage

The ancient ritual of a hot rock massage uses special stones placed on key energy hotrockpoints of your body, with the warmth reaching deep into your muscles, to melt away tension and stress.

These smooth therapeutic stones have been polished by the waves of the ocean, and are filled with natural healing energy. Each stone is individually chosen at the time of your treatment.

Once your muscles are warmed by the heat of the stones, they are expertly integrated into a full body massage. The mixture of warmth, essential oils with a gentle gliding massage allows for a deep sense of relaxation, taking a feeling of wellbeing to a new level. Please do not plan on being in a hurry after this treatment!

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in the muscle and the connective tissue or fascia. This type of massage focuses on the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain, are involved in heavy physical activity, such as athletes, and patients who have sustained physical injury. It is also not uncommon for receivers of Deep Tissue Massage to have their pain replaced with a new muscle ache for a day or two. Deep tissue work varies greatly. What one calls deep tissue another will call light. When receiving deep tissue work it is important to communicate what you are feeling.

Swedish Massage

Swedish massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber) and vibration/shaking. Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee over a period of eight weeks. It has also been shown to be helpful in individuals with poor circulation. The development of Swedish massage is credited to Per Henrik Ling, though the Dutch practitioner Johan Georg Mezger adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes.The term "Swedish" massage is not really known in the country of Sweden, where it is called "classic massage"