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Aromatherapy Massage

May 6, 2014

    What does it treat?


    A standard treatment in most spas and complementary health centres, aromatherapy is often thought of as a gentle massage with a pleasant smell. In fact the precise choice of specific oils is more akin to herbalism and treats a surprising range of issues. For example, oils can be effective for treating:

    • Arthritis
    • IBS
    • Hormonal conditions
    • Cancer
    • The immune system
    • Emotional well-being
    • Stress related conditions
    • Skin conditions

What is a session like?

The therapist will ask you a range of questions about your health, lifestyle and emotional wellbeing and come up with a blend of oils specific to your issues that day. Because sense of smell is so individual, you will get to approve the choice of oils before the massage begins.

The style of massage will vary according to the therapist, but will be carefully chosen to work with the issues you've brought to the session. E.g.

  • Flowing strokes for stress-heads who struggle to relax,
  • Invigorating muscle work for those with circulatory problems

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Kate Codrington

Kate is a menstrual and menopause mentor, retreat facilitator at Woman Kind and therapist. She is the author of The Perimenopause Journal

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