Ardessie Specialty Massage
The origins and history of Massage and Head Massage can be traced back thousands of years, making it one of the oldest therapies known to mankind.
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Massage boasts a rich history of tried and tested techniques developed throughout the world over thousands of years. The earliest written testimonies, apparently dating back to around 3,000 BC, are evident in various cultures. The Ayur Veda - the Indian scriptural text and foundation of Ayurvedic Medicine, circa 1,800 BC, as well as depictions of massage on ancient Egyptian temples and tombs, showcase its enduring presence.
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The Chinese Neiching, written 3,000 years ago by the Legendary 'Yellow Emperor" records in meticulous details the classic theory and practice of Oriental Medicine, including many references to the art of massage.
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Then, to the Ancient Greek and Roman physicians, massage was one of the principal means of healing and relieving pain.
In 500 BC, Hipprocates - the Father of Modern Medicine - wrote: "The Physician must be experienced in many things but assuredly also in rubbing" (which he called 'anatripsis').
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There exists far more information about the different massage styles and techniques, but at Ardessie we specialise in Aromatherapy and Relaxation Massages as the main form of healing. Katia firmly believes that the balancing art of aromatherapy and relaxation massage offer a pathway to health and healing, and will enable you to begin living in harmony with nature and your own unique constitution. The listings below provide an insight into the all-round effectiveness of these practises.
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Ardessie promote Relaxation Massage
for the support of physical and mental wellbeing
In the support of Addiction
Massage treatments work on the principle of reconnecting the recipient to the natural rhythms of life, restoring a sense of inner peace which awakens the flow of healing.
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Assist Graceful Ageing
Head Massage is known to arrest the ageing process by helping to keep the body and mind in tip-top working order, improving circulation and relieving stress.
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Body Function Efficiency
Informed manipulation of specific pressure points can clear vital connections and ensure correct functioning, preventing and relieving everyday problems such as asthma, bronchitis, constipation, indigestion, blood pressure, skin disorders, as well as mental and physical distress.
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Improve Brain Power
By unblocking the subtle line of energy, Head Massage increases the supply of oxygen to the brain. The tension-releasing abilities ensure that cortisone build-up does not shrink brain matter.
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Cancer Support
Self-help healing and head wrapping can be a great comfort to those suffering from various forms of this major illness.
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Headaches and Migraines
Head Massage can readjust balance of pressures in the head, clearing sinuses, rebalancing synovial fluid, de-stressing neck and shoulder muscles, and relieving eye-strain.
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Natural Face-Lift
Your smile is the finest face-lift. Head Massage will return that smile to replace anxious, tense, strained and tired expressions.
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Support Nervous System
The elimination of fatigue, deep-seated stress and strain helps to soothe, relax and invigorate this complex working mechanism.
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