MASSAGE Therapy

How massage works

Skilled hands work intuitively on muscles, tendons, facia and other soft tissues to promote healing. Using various techniques and pressures, The treatment will stimulate circulation of blood and lymph, break down fibrosis that binds or glues one muscle to another and relax muscle spasm and relieve pain.
By reducing tension in the muscles, soreness and fatigue will be reduced, muscles will be more supple and resilient, flexibility can be increased, body awareness enhanced and overall metabolism and nutrition for repair and growth improved.Our Team of Osteopaths are qualified to treat people of all ages, including babies.  

Who can it help?

Almost everybody would benefit from massage. Whether you are a busy executive with work stress that creates tension in the neck, shoulders and perhaps headaches, or even if you are sitting or driving all day, and postural tension is making your low back ache. If you are an active sports person who wants to improve performance, fine tune skilled movements, treat a strain injury or even prevent injuries - everyone could benefit and enjoy the feeling of well-being that a professional massage can bring.

New Haw Therapy Clinic offers a diverse range of specialised massage and therapeutic services tailored to individual needs. Here is an overview of the services available:

Therapeutic Massage:

  • Areas Treated: Full body, legs and feet, back, neck (extending into the back of the head, up to the ears), and shoulders.

  • Session Durations: 30 or 60 minutes.

  • Courses Available:

    • 4 x 60-minute sessions or 6 x 60-minute sessions.

    • To be used within 6 months, non-transferable between therapists.

Sports Massage

  • Purpose: Focuses on aiding recovery by treating injuries, increasing circulation, and relieving muscle tension to enhance mobility and performance.

  • Session Durations: 30 or 45 minutes.

  • Key Feature: No separate initial appointment required.

Womb Massage

  • Focus: Targets the front and back of the sacred area to release suppressed emotions or trauma, supporting healing and transformation.

  • Benefits:

    • Helpful for conditions such as endometriosis, PCOS, fertility challenges, and PMT symptoms.

    • Can regulate cycles and reduce pain.

  • Not Suitable:

    • During pregnancy.

    • During menstrual bleeding ("moontime").

    • Patients with a coil may experience less benefit.

  • Sessions:

    • 1.5 hour initial consultation.

    • 60 minute follow-ups.

Baby Massage

For Babies: 4 weeks to 1 year old.

  • Focus: Parents are guided through massage techniques, strengthening the parent-baby bond.

  • Benefits:

    • Suitable for all babies, especially premature ones.

    • Helps parents experiencing post-natal depression.

  • Session Details:

    • 60 minutes, including time for baby care (nappy changes, etc.).

    • 1-to-1 or small group sessions available.

    • Course: 5 x 60-minute sessions.

Baby Yoga

  • Eligibility: Babies can begin after the 8–10 week midwife check-up.

  • Recommended Preparation: Minimum of 5 baby massage sessions before starting yoga.

  • Sessions:

    • 60-minute 1-to-1 or group sessions.

    • Course: 10 sessions (5 x baby massage + 5 x baby yoga).

Manual lymphatic drainage Massage

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a specialised form of massage therapy that aims to stimulate the lymphatic system to promote the removal of excess fluid from the body. This technique is particularly beneficial for individuals suffering from lymphoedema, a condition characterised by swelling due to the accumulation of lymphatic fluid. By encouraging the movement of lymph fluid, MLD helps reduce this swelling, thereby alleviating discomfort and preventing further complications. In addition to its benefits for lymphoedema, MLD is also effective for those experiencing a sensation of heaviness in their legs, often referred to as "heavy legs." This condition can result from prolonged standing or sitting, poor circulation, or venous insufficiency. By improving lymphatic drainage, MLD can reduce the feeling of heaviness and improve overall leg comfort. Athletes and fitness enthusiasts may also find MLD beneficial for recovery after exercise. The massage helps clear metabolic waste products from the muscles, reducing soreness and promoting faster recovery. This can be particularly useful after intense training sessions or competitions. Moreover, MLD promotes healing after injuries such as sprains or strains. By enhancing lymphatic flow, it reduces swelling and inflammation, speeds up tissue repair, and alleviates pain. This makes it an invaluable tool in rehabilitation programs for a variety of injuries.

What Massages are offered?

Our therapists specialise in different massage therapies:

Pregnancy Massage

Sports Massage

Hot Stones Massage

Indian Head Massage

Relaxing Massage 

Deep Tissue Massage

Feet and Legs Massage

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