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Welcome to Spa Halkuff
Safety First
Contraindications› Skin allergy› Sunburn › High blood pressure› Varicose veins› Broken bones› Fever
Settings
Wellness massage› Spa› Yoga studio
Medical massage› Chiropractor’s office› Physical therapist’s office› Sporting events
Why is massage beneficial? Increased circulation
› Fresh blood and oxygen to the muscles Endorphin release
› Alleviates pain and headaches › Reduces depression› Promotes sleep
Increased immunity (lymph flow) Injury prevention
› Increased flexibility› Reduces spasms/cramps› Pre/post workout (lactic acid)
Massage Techniques Effluerage - long strokes Kneading – squeeze, press, roll Petrissage – muscles are lightly
grabbed and lifted Friction – thumbs work deep circles into
the thickest part of the muscle Tapotement – chopping motion Vibration – Hold muscle firmly and
shake