Shiatsu
Use of strong techniquesThe rehabilitation massage is directed at the treatment of lesions and the recovery of traumas, mainly from the musculoskeletal system.Its a strong and vigorous massage that uses several superficial and deep techniques, aiming at getting maximum result in the injured area. The objectives of this massage are the release of muscular toxins and adherences, the increase of the metabolism and the provision of help for the blood and lymph return. The relaxation of the treated tissues after this intervention is also very helpful for its recovery.{top}
Relaxation Massage
It is very important to relax...Its name already suggests that it is an anti-stress massage, which can help to recover the so important energy for the daily life. Very recommended for those who see stress not only as a word but as a problem. Applied as whole body or body parts it slows the body rhythm and prepares for the challenges of daily life. Gentle but firm, this massage meets your needs of peace and tranquility.
Its implicit and generalized embracing and revitalizing effects are useful tools to strengthen your health and acting in an effective and preventive way on your organism.{top}
Sports Massage
Healthy sporting lifeIt is a strong and very localised massage. Appropriate to people that do sports intensively. After or before a sport session its very important to prepare and treat the several muscular group exposed to continued and hard effort. These techniques are applied to create training conditions for the musculoskeletal system and reduce to a minimum the risk of lesions, after the training, this massage is geared to clean all the adherences or toxins accumulated during the exercise and also to the stretch and relaxation of those muscles so they can provide full efficiency.{top}
Shiatsu
Shiatsu symbolShiatsu has its origins in Japan. It is a manual therapy through the use of pressure on acupuncture points and is used to create an energetic balance on the body and mind in order to improve and maintain health. Literally it means 'finger pressure' but different parts of the body are used like the elbows or knees in a way to better adapt to the patient characteristics. The practise of Shiatsu started at on the beginning of last century although its origins are more ancient, based on Chinese traditional medicine with more than 4 thousand years of tradition. Shiatsu acts at the energetic system of the body, through meridians or energy paths, associated with organs, emotions and states of mind.
During this oriental massage, pressure and stretches are used, kneading and releasing contracted muscles, giving support to the weaker parts of the body towards equilibrium.
It is a very relaxing massage with a reinvigorating effect, proportionate a tranquillity sensation and greater perception of self consciousness.{top}
Reflexology
Reflexology mapReflexology is a therapy that is based in the principle that the structure and organs of he human body are represented at the hands and feet. This therapy has its origin in the Chinese traditional medicine and in the zone theory, although also from the ancient Egypt are known evidences of this practise.
Translating the body into a map and through a very localised and incisive massage it is possible to achieve a energetic balance to the body and improve the condition of determined body areas.{top}
Cinesiotherapy
Assisted MovementThe movement as a sign of vitality is not a new concept, the cinesioterapia, or therapy by the movement can be summed up as an analysis and encouragement of the movement of one or more parts of the body. It can be active, passive or resistive, according to the particular situation in question, the therapist helps the patient to recover the bio-mechanical mobility that could be considered normal for that person taking into account their characteristics, habits and clinical history. The movements are concerted with other therapies, both in the form of assessment and treatment, and the aim is always to improve the mobility function of the body.
The movement, always so essential to the healthy condition is part of the concern of Massotherapy, and is one of the most immediate items to be evaluated and on which falls important part of treatment planning. Along with the treatment, exercise is very important when appropriate, it is very important to do the exercises that I suggest at the consultations.{top}
Postural evaluation
Musculoskeletical DiagramThe postural evaluation include a careful observation of the posture standing, sitting or walking and performing normal movements of daily life. We all have habits printed in the way that we move, these habits are reflected in the body may be the explanation for some less desirable physical conditions. Being aware of how our body reacts to our routine helps us to know ourselves better and intervene in our daily lives. This assessment helps the therapist to better understand the bio-mechanics of the patient and to be able to work more effectively on the problem.
With the help of a body-chart sheet prepared for the purpose, certain asymmetries and characteristics of the patient are recorded, ready to be consulted whenever necessary to following sessions, and it is used to indicate the evolution of the patient response to treatment. It is an essential tool in Massotherapy.{top}
Clinical History
Medical History It is of extreme importance to take medical case history on a first consultation in order to plan a therapeutic session. My first concern is to be safe, the perceive is my services are suitable for the particular situation of the patient, or, on the contrary if it could make it worse. Having access to medical history, current medication, childhood diseases or in the family, medical interventions and exams, social, eating and sleeping habits, all these are essential tools to be, more confidently decide how to help a patient and, of course, advise about what can the patient do to take the most out of the session.{top}