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The ideal atmosphere for the massage is light music, dim lights, warm room temperature, fragrance and the most important is privacy. With its history rooted in many different societies, massage has developed into many different forms, a few of which are: –

(i)           Swedish massage – This massage uses both light and deeper massage movements including stroking, kneading and percussive actions to manipulate the skin, muscles and joints. It can help ease muscle and joint tension, improve flexibility, increase circulation and promote relaxation and healing.

(ii)         Aromatherapy massage – This combines gentle relaxing massage movements with the therapeutic qualities of essential oils. Very pleasant and relaxing.

(iii)       Shiatsu massage – This can be described as a form of oriental physiotherapy based on the same holistic principles as acupuncture. It incorporates stretches, joint mobilization, pressure and touch that initiates deep relaxation.

(iv)        Indian head massage – This is a massage (called Champi in India) of the head/scalp, neck, face, ears, shoulders, upper back and upper arms, with the client sitting in a chair. It is very destressing and relaxing treatment that can melt away muscular tension in these areas.

(v)         La Stone massage – This unique massage is performed with warm stones and is very relaxing and soothing.

Laughter, the Best Medicine for Healthy Living

          Reader’s Digest Slogan – “Laughter is the Best Medicine” – is more than true, after all. If not a panacea for all ailments, it is certainly a good preventative measure that also makes you feel great. Research, the world over, has proved that health and happiness go hand in hand. Humour and positive attitude to life is health – the happier you are, the healthier you will be. You need to laugh enough naturally or as learned behaviour to release natural pain killers and feel-good hormones (endorphins) and to reduce stress hormone cortisol levels to stay healthy. Laughter also bolsters your immune system. Researchers have proved that energetic, happy and relaxed people are less likely to catch a cold than those who are depressed, angry and nervous. The fun frolic and childish attitude generated by laughter not only reduces inhibitions but also curtails tensions.