How are you feeling?Likely hood is: tired, stressed or in discomfort or pain, and you are looking for some relief. So how can massage help you?
As massage is usually a really pleasurable thing to have, we tend to think of it as an indulgence, a treat or a reward, which of course it can be, but in actual fact massage can offer much in the way of therapeutics for a number of ailments. It has widespread benefits to the body and its different systems.
Just take a moment to read how massage can affect each system.
Muscular
- Increases flexibility, stretches and relaxes tight muscles
- Removes waste products and toxins
- Reduces scar tissue and adhesions
- Improves Tone
- Reduces cramps
Cardio-vascular
- Encourages blood flow to all areas
- Improves venous return
- Lowers blood pressure
Nervous
- Encourages immunity and slows down the systems of the body (except digestion)
- Improves nerve impulses
- Breaks the tightness/pain signals
Urinary
Skeletal
- Improves posture
- Improves mobility
- Releases red blood cells from the bone marrow
Lymphatic
- Assists lymph drainage
- Reduces swelling
- Boosts immunity
Respiratory
- Encourages deep breathing
- Improves exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
- Stimulates and tones the muscles used in breathing
Digestive
- Switches on digestion via the nervous system
- Helps elimination of waste products
- Assists the digestive process
Endocrine
- Balances hormones
- Counteracts the effect of adrenaline (stress hormone)
- Release of feel good hormones oxytocin and endorphins
Reproductive
- Relaxation enhances love making
- Balances the reproductive hormones
Skin
- Improves elasticity
- Increases blood supply and nutrients
- Can reduce cellulite along with diet and exercise
- Improves skin condition
- Feeds the skin with nutrients from the oils used
Within an hour or so massage could have an effect on many or all of these body systems, encouraging relaxation, revitalisation, balance and a general feeling of well being, giving you the tools to cope better with your discomfort, stress levels and health issues.
What can I offer you?I can offer you a range of massage treatments, including:
- Holistic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Pregnancy Massage
- Indian Head Massage
- Bespoke Treatments
- Myofascial Release Therapy (a gentle but effective stretching therapy working at releasing trauma and injury within the connective tissue, please see www.myofascialrelease.co.uk for in depth details)
Treatments are tailored to your individual needs after a full consultation, with a variety of techniques, strokes and pressures; ultimately working towards relief of discomfort, stress and tension and leaving you feeling deeply relaxed yet invigorated.
What else can I offer you?A really nice treatment room, luxurious couch, covers and towels and just the right atmosphere to create a beautiful, calm, tranquil haven for you to relax and unwind.
Easy no charge parking.
Flexible hours, evenings and weekends.
Call out/home visits available at supplement of £15.00 to local area.
Gift Vouchers.
What makes me different?Besides my massage, it’s probably my natural caring nature, my background in nursing, being a mother of three and not being your traditional beauty parlour therapist, hopefully everyone will feel at ease and comfortable with me.
I like to give the type of massage I would ultimately want myself –
therapeutic, sensitive, caring, luxurious and wonderfully relaxing.
How much?Please click onto my website to read more details of treatments and prices, offers and to get to know me a little more. www.enfieldmassagetherapy.com call 07748 142 545 or e-mail angelanorton@hotmail.co.uk for further information.
About meI trained and qualified with one of London’s leading schools of massage Essentials for Health, who are approved by the FHT (Federation of Holistic Therapists).
I am professional, registered and insured with the FHT.
I continuously update myself with workshops and courses for continued professional development.
My background in nursing means I have an understanding of medical conditions, and I am used to dealing with people of all shapes and sizes, from all walks of life and with a variety of ailments.
I am a truly empathetic and compassionate person with a sympathetic ear and sensitive hands and I am passionate about helping you.
TestimonialsYou did an amazing job at making me feel comfortable and relaxed during the session and I enjoyed the beautiful music played softly helping create a serene and calm atmosphere. The benefits of my massage soothed my muscles and joints and especially eased the aches and knots I had in my neck and back. You have a great awareness of the body and really understand to sooth each different part. I left feeling relaxed yet rejuvenated and thoroughly enjoyed every moment. You have a very professional manner and attitude.......thorough, sensitive and very effective. I will definitely be recommending your services to family and friends.
Ms D.F. (Enfield)
I went to see Angela stressed, tired and in “knots”. Her welcome and friendly approach instantly put me at ease along with her lovely warm and tranquil room. Having previously had massages in salons, there was no comparison. No loud doors banging or young girls asking if you had seen the last episode of Corrie!
The time went far too fast and I was reluctant to leave. Angela, always calm and unhurried allows you time to “come back to earth”, no hurrying you out the door because the next client has arrived.
Everybody deserves an Angela in their life.
Mrs H (Bush Hill Park)
I have always been nervous about the thought of having a massage. I never thought I actually would have one. But circumstances in my health meant I needed to take action so I contacted Angela after a recommendation from a friend. I need not have worried! Angela immediately put me at ease with her wonderfully calm, warm and caring personality. She did a thorough assessment of my ailments and then set about working her way around every muscle in my body, releasing aches and freeing me of pain and tension. I was hooked from my first session and now have a massage every month as the benefits are so enormous. I work at a computer all day, every day - having Angela there to release all the tension in my back is a joy. My body functions better which means I function better. I have recommended her to many friends who have all come back singing her praises. She is simply the best. She is a master at her craft and I highly recommend her.
Mrs W (Whetstone)
Angela gives a complete treatment – professional, compassionate and intuitive. She has the most amazing hands that knead away tension, aches and pains and leaves you feeling wonderful.
Mrs S. C. (East Barnet)
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