How we can help you
Massage & Scar Therapy
Your body wants to connect with you, and massage is a great place to start. Choose from our range of treatments depending on what you need right now.
We offer relaxing postnatal massage to an invigorating sports massage, or seek specialist support with your scar.
Already seeing a physio? Get 10% off any massage treatment with us. Postnatal massage is included in our £150 Mummy MOT+ package. Email pa@almaphysiotherapy.co.uk for help booking in, or book online below.
Massage
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Holistic or Remedial Sports Massage 1.5hr.
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60 mins Holistic Massage helps to bring about a state of balance in the body. To create a space for deep relaxation, where you can let go and slow down for a moment. This can have a direct positive effect on your general wellbeing. The focus will be to provide a treatment that is in tune with your specific needs at that time. These may include deep tissue work for general muscular tension, or to boost immunity and blood circulation.
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Postnatal recovery massage to help you restore, heal and take time for your body. Massage can improve circulation, relaxation, tension and soreness. Focus can be given on areas you need the most care for.
NB: Massage not recommended before 4-6 weeks following a caesarean delivery.
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You will receive a treatment that focuses in soothing those aches and pains associated with growing a new life. Pregnancy massage can bring about a positive change in sleep, mood and reduce stress response.
The quality of touch in pregnancy massage is relaxing, sympathetic, communicative and present. This can help to alleviate unwanted symptoms and leave you feeling supported and nurtured.
A gentler pressure and slower rhythm is used aiming to create a state of calm in the mind and balance within the body, this in turn can promote bonding with your baby.
It is important that you and your growing baby is comfortable, therefore, the treatment is usually received in a side-lying position but if you prefer massage in a seated position or any other way, it can be adjusted to your exact needs on the day. Pillows, bolsters and drapes are provided for support and comfort.
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This treatment activates the flow of Reiki energy, working in harmony with the chakras to deepen your state of relaxation and promote energetic balance. The session begins with a deeply soothing massage to release physical tension, preparing your body for the next phase: a chakra cleanse.
During this cleanse, I will gently place my hands on your shoulders, connecting our heart and crown chakras, before intuitively working through each of your energy centers. We’ll conclude the session with a moment of reflection, where we can discuss any sensations or visualizations that arose during the treatment, followed by a card reading for additional insight and guidance
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Treat common muscle and joint complaints like muscle imbalance/dysfunction and joint mobility problems that affect our ability to do activities and sports. Treatment includes postural assessment, muscle testing, palpation and massage.
Massage techniques range from deep tissue manipulation, and trigger point work to more superficial fascia release techniques. It is a type of massage where the focus is in a more specific area of the body requiring rehabilitation.
Scar Therapy
Step into our cosy massage room and let Amy design a bespoke treatment for your scar. She uses hands-on massage, lymphatic techniques and our negative pressure Lymphatouch device (originally designed for treating burns). This is extremely effective and you'll have some techniques to try at home.
Book in with Amy for:
C-section scar therapy (including keloid scars)
Hysterectomy scar therapy
Cancer-related scar therapy (not available yet)
Please email Amy at amy@thenatalbody.com with any queries or information on how to book. Check out her instagram @thenatalbody for more.
Notify your practitioner of any medical conditions prior to treatment. Scars must be fully healed (no scab) before treatment can commence. If you are still in pain after surgery, we recommend waiting until you feel comfortable to have someone touch your scar area before treatment.
Registered Mummy MOT® practitioners
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Ethical practice
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Specialized pelvic & MSK care
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Registered Mummy MOT® practitioners | Ethical practice | Specialized pelvic & MSK care |
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Meet our massage therapists
Step into our cosy massage room and choose from a range of treatments available to you.
Who's who?
Amy C is an experienced massage therapist with over ten years of training in Cardiff, Thailand, China, London, Nepal, and Bristol. She specializes in Traditional Thai Massage, Holistic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage, Pregnancy Massage, and Reiki Levels 1 & 2. You can find her here on Wednesday afternoons.
Amy P is a scar specialist, postnatal rehab coach, and antenatal pilates teacher. She offers postnatal and sports massage alongside specific scar therapy. Find her on Thursday, Friday and some Saturdays.
Agnes is a physiotherapist who also offers sports massage and holistic massage. Her depth of understanding of anatomy allows her to find niggles and ease tension. She is with us Tuesday to Saturday.
Read more about Our Team.