What type of massage is right for me?
Here at Peak Health Canberra, we provide many different types of massages. Sometimes our clients are initially unsure which kind of massage would be best for them.
If you are one of those people, check out our guide on the types of massages we provide and how they might be beneficial to you.
Relaxation Massage
Relaxation massage targets the superficial layers of your muscles. This is a sequenced massage where your therapist will use effleurage, kneading, tapotement (tapping), vibrating, and friction strokes during your appointment. These massage techniques can help promote relaxation and reduce muscle tension caused by everyday stress and activities.
Your therapist will use soft to medium pressure throughout your massage.
This massage is best for:
• Clients new to massage
• Stress relief
• Relaxation
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue massage targets the inner layers of your muscles. This is also a sequenced massage where your therapist targets tendon injuries and general aches and stiffness to your major muscle groups. They will use long gliding strokes, kneading knuckles, elbows, rolling and stretching of the tissue.
Clients who will benefit from this style of massage include those dealing with fibromyalgia, plantar fasciitis, lower back pain, high blood pressure, sciatica, mental health, headaches, arthritis, sports injuries, tennis elbow.Those looking to restore their range of motion and pregnancy clientele will also benefit from this style.
Your therapist will use medium to firm pressure throughout this massage.
This massage is best for:
• Treating stiff and painful muscle groups
Remedial Massage
Remedial Massage is for clients who have specific injuries that need rehabilitation. This requires a tailored treatment plan to manage the issues they are presenting with. During your consultation, your therapist will discuss and create a treatment plan specific to you. Orthopaedic testing is used in this style of massage to assess your range of movement pre and post massage.
Your therapist will use deep tissue techniques to warm up your body before targeting specific areas. Extra skill sets can also be used during this massage, such as dry needling, stretching, Muscle energy technique (MET), cupping, taping, Myofascial release (MFR), trigger point therapy (TrP) and joint mobilisation.
Your therapist may use medium, firm, or strong pressure throughout this massage.
This massage is best for:
• Treating specific injuries
• Releasing tense muscles
No matter what type of massage you decide on, always have a chat with your therapist prior to your treatment. Communicating your expectations, health concerns and desired outcomes will help you get the most out of your massage.
If you have any questions about massage services at Peak Health Canberra, make sure you reach out to our helpful team!
