Treatments

The treatments are preceded by a short health consultation, to identify your goals and expectations, and any potential contraindications. The therapist will explain the treatment and answer any questions. For an hour you receive the undivided attention of your therapist.

Each therapist brings his or her own individual personality, experience and training to the treatment. The common factor to all holistic therapies is the commitment and care of the therapist.

For the receiver, being open to receiving a benefit, and a willingness to engage - even tentatively - with one's own emotional journey, will accelerate the benefits to be gained from holistic therapies. less text

Combines the soothing powers of touch with skilful manipulation of muscles, tendons and ligaments. Muscular tension is relieved, and blood and lymph flow, digestion and the nervous system are stimulated. The whole body functions more fluidly. In a relaxed state, the body repairs and heals more readily.

The holistic therapist is concerned with the wellbeing of the person as well as the physical condition of the body. less text

Manipulation of the feet. Working on the concept that each part of the foot corresponds to an organ or system of the body, and by stimulating the reflex points of the foot, different parts of the body are, in turn, stimulated. Sensitive, trained hands can detect tiny deposits and tensions in the feet. The reflexologist will work carefully to release the tension and restore the free flow of energy to the whole system.

"Reflexology alleviates the effects of stress by inducing deep relaxation, placing us in a "safe space", and allowing the nervous system to calm down and function more normally. Circulation proceeds smoothly, blood flow is improved, and oxygen reaches all the cells. We are no longer activated for fight or flight. The body seeks homeostasis and healing can take place. The person experiences a sense of well-being at all levels."

As with other holistic practices, energy pathways are opened up, and the subtle energy that accompanies neurological and circulatory functioning can do its work. The body returns to its normal rhythms. Energy flows. The body, mind and spirit are brought back into balance.

Reflexology facilitates healing. Reflexologists do not claim to diagnose or treat specific diseases. less text

Indian Head Massage has been practised in India for over 1000 years. It was introduced to the western world in the 1980's. The massage works on the head, neck and shoulders, relieving tension and re-balancing energy.

"Brings an easing of tension, a sense of relaxation, and wellbeing. Headaches are relieved, muscles are relaxed and other parts of the body also respond to this treatment. less text

LaStone Therapy was originated in Tucson, Arizona in 1993 by Mary Nelson Hannigan and since then has become the 'Hottest Spa Treatment' in the United States.

LaStone Therapy combines water heated Basalt Lava Stones, frozen marble stones and traditional massage strokes to warm, work and invigorate the body and mind. The treatment can be specific for isolated areas of injury or full body to experience the total 'mind, body and spirit' benefits.

Being surrounded by warmth and energy allows the practitioner to work individual areas of the body whilst still giving continuous total body penetrating heat and relaxation. Stones are laid out on the couch for you to lie on, placed on your body to envelop you in warmth and given to you to hold for comfort and connection - there are even small stones to warm between your toes!. The result is a feeling of warmth and healing from many 'pairs of hands' creating a deep meditative state.

The treatment lasts just over an hour. less text

Used in conjunction with massage, Naturalmoor opens the pores, relaxes the muscles and penetrates deeply enough in order that the therapist can achieve highly effective manipulation of the area. The system allows heat to gradually penetrate your body in a unique and highly beneficial way.

Relax and let the warmth of Naturalmoor and the expertise of highly trained therapists bring relief to tense and tired muscles. For 30 minutes you can relax cocooned in comforting warmth while the gently heated Naturalmoor pack radiates its unique properties.

How does Naturalmoor work?

Simply put, Naturalmoor organic matter is packed in a porous sachet and applied to the appropriate part of the individual's body. The sachet is indirectly heated in a unique way that gradually increases the temperature to an optimum. The heat is thus distributed to the individual highly effectively ensuring that it penetrates deeply, thus allowing the muscles to fully relax prior to the massage session that may follow. In addition, the pores dilate and allow the penetration of the organic, mineral and herbaceous content of Naturalmoor to the individual, while sweat carries their bacteria and toxins to the Naturalmoor. less text