Ambidextrous Bodyworks

Types of Massage

Remedial, sport or relaxation… that is the question?

Remedial (Therapeutic) Massage

Sitting in an office chair working at a computer all day can be detrimental to the shoulder and neck muscles, not to mention the lower back region. Remaining in a static position causes muscles to fatigue and tense up which leads to muscular stiffness, headaches and backache; as well as referred symptoms in arms and hands such as tingling, numbness or a feeling of tiredness or heaviness.

Musicians could show the same symptoms from hours of practice and performing, massage can aid in the relief and ongoing maintenance of worked muscles.

Sports Massage

Whether you are a recreational sports person or a serious athlete, your muscles will suffer side effects from exercise at one time or another. The accumulation of lactic acid and subsequent associated muscle stiffness and fatigue is further exacerbated when you spend most of the day at a desk.

Relaxation Massage

We all have stress in our lives relating to work,  family, environment and society. Mental tensions, frustration and insecurity are among the most damaging. Affected by stress, the heart works harder, muscles tense up, breathing can become rapid and shallow – all body processes are degraded. Work stress is the most common complaint amongst workers.

Massage for Musicians

Massage can be healing and inspirations to a musician’s well-being. When a musician continues to play a certain instrument over and over with repeated action, muscles begin to get tight and tension builds up. This can cause problems with structural systems. Muscle tension and spasms cause a decrease of blood and nutrient flow to the muscle, causing lactic acid build up with decreasing muscle tone. A person playing keys may need their forearms, fingers, neck and shoulders stretched, massage helps in many ways. It promote relaxation, relieves pain and provides gentle stretching of soft tissue. Several types of massage are available, deep tissue, trigger-point to relaxation.

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