A thorough massage routine working over the whole back, including the lower back region and sometimes,

if necessary the upper buttock area. All the muscles either side of the spine will be worked,

working to and including the upper back and shoulders.

Often tension in one part of the back will transmit tightness to another area of the back.

This is why the whole back is worked. A series of different techniques are used during a massage.

Effleurage

These are flowing , stroking movements that tend to start and end in a massage. The purpose is to help relax the client and help stimulate the bodies systems prior to any deeper work that may be done. They also help link other movements to provide a fluid and un-broken massage for the client.

Petrissage

These techniques involve picking up and lifting of muscles and soft tissues. These movements provide stimulation and help

release tension in tight muscles.

Tapotement

This involves hacking, cupping and beating movements. This is done to break up and help disperse waste

products that have built up in tight, knotted muscles.

Also included during a typical masasage is static pressure over tight and painful areas.

This is done to reduce tension that is causing discomfort.

The usual and most common way of performing a massage would be for the client to

lie on a suitable massage table face down. The client would be covered with towels for warmth

and to protect their modesty.

However, sometimes due to space limitations or client preference, the massage can be performed

using an ergonomically designed seat.

Clients may wish to remain clothed and the massage can be adapted

to suit this, although certain techniques may have to be omitted.

The back massage usually lasts about half an hour.

Cost £15.00