The most highly requested are the classical relaxing, lymphatic drainage and tonifying massages, which help the body loosen contracture, reactivate lymphatic and blood circulation with beneficial purifying and firming effects.
Highly requested are also oriental and holistic massages:
Stone massage: very relaxing and energizing. It makes use of the therapeutic properties of lava stones; it helps eliminate fluid and waste and has a positive effect on people with low energy.
Aromatherapy massage: it uses the properties of essential oils with strong therapeutic effects; the oils are absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream and travel through the body with effects on a specific organ or function.
Ayurvedic massage: total massage with vegetable oil mixed with personalised essential oils. It affects the body, mind and spirit. It is highly draining, purifying and relaxing, loosens muscular tension and improves blood circulation thanks to its phlebotonic properties. There are several different types of ayurvedic massage which can be done with dry pads, powders and salt compresses.
Energetic massage of the Chakras: a good balance of the Chakras, the energy centres of the body, guarantees a perfect physical and mental condition. This massage helps regain general wellbeing with the use of specific essential oils.
Shirodara: this is not a massage but a treatment of Ayurvedic medicine. It consists in trickling oil constantly for 30 minutes on the forehead in order to rebalance chakras 6 and 7. It is indicated for headache, insomnia, physical and mental stress, anxiety and depression; it is extremely relaxing and stimulates mental awareness.
Shiatsu treatment: improperly called massage, Shiatsu is part of traditional Chinese medicine; it is done on the ground, lying on a futon, and uses the same energetic meridians as acupuncture.
Through pressure with fingers, elbows or knees the therapist stimulates the meridian channels loosening blockages. It is indicated for joint pain and cervical problems, rheumatisms and is recommended for people who lead a sedentary life.
Foot reflexology: foot massage which stimulates the interior parts of the body through pressure on the reflex zones. It helps stimulate organs such as liver, intestine and kidneys and deeply purifies the body.
Tui-na massage: of Chinese origin, through specific manipulation it relaxes and loosens the muscles.