Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage, created by Per Henrik Ling is the foundations for most Western Massage Modalities which are practiced today. There are 7 massage strokes involved in Swedish Massage, and a combination of the strokes below will be used in a personalized routine to provide the client with the most effective massage session to meet their needs. Effleurage also known as "gliding strokes", these are used for warming the tissue and spreading the massage lubrication used. Effleurage also prepares the tissue for deeper strokes and assists in Lymphatic and venous flow. Petrissage or "Kneading Strokes" consist of rhythmic pressing, rolling and squeezing movements. Petrissage assists ...
Sports Massage & Injury Assessment
Using our education in Sports Massage and Injury assessment, we have the ability to asses and identify injuries to the muscle, ligaments, tendons and fascia which can benefit from Massage Treatment. We use Swedish Massage and other modalities to target areas of Injury and treat to reduce swelling, relieve pain and breakdown and prevent the build up of Scar Tissue. We also offer pre and post event massage, which can help stimulate the athlete in preparation for their event, and assist in the healing process after-wards. Wee Sally's Therapists are also available to attend Sports events such as Marathons, Football games and Cross ...
Senior Massage
Senior massage is beneficial for a number of conditions, including poor posture, which results from muscle tension. Massage improves muscle tone and has a positive impact on muscle strength and coordination. This helps improve stability, which in turn helps to reduce the occurrence of injuries due to falls arising from loss of balance. Massage has been proven to be beneficial in triggering the relaxation response and has been lauded as an effective treatment for insomnia. Chronic lack of rest can have detrimental effects on mood, cognitive abilities and immune system function. A gentle massage performed in regular intervals ...
Baby’s First Massage
The sense of touch is one of the first that we develop in our mothers womb. Touch helps us create that first bond with our mothers once we are born, and establishing that physical bond is important early in a baby's life and throughout their development. Premature babies in particular require touch to establish a bond between parent and child. Babies who birth quickly or by Cesarean section may be in shock and benefit from touch; the emotional development of a child is heightened by massage. It is suggested that babies who receive massage have fewer health problems and both sleep and ...
Pregnancy Massage
Many pregnant women suffer the aches and pains of carrying a child for 9 months. Back and Pelvic pain secondary to pregnancy can be the result of poor posture created by the increased weight load of enlarged breasts, uterus and fetus. Muscle strain and imbalance. Myofascial Trigger points. Fetal Positioning. Hormonal Effects on ligaments. Referred pain from Uterine ligaments. We take extra care to ensure the mothers comfort during her massage. Elevating her while she lays on her back to relieve ensure that no pressure is placed upon the Vena Cava. To address the mothers back during massage, we perform side-laying techniques, and appropriate draping to ensure the mothers ...
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Wee Sally’s Mission
My goal is to provide therapeutic massage and bodywork for the enhancement of health and well-being to health-minded individuals in West Lothian.
My staff and I are dedicated to providing our clients with nurturing treatments and continuing education to promote relaxation and self-healing.
The success of Wee Sally Therapeutic Massage is built on trust, expertise, professionalism, and a personal touch that always puts the health and well-being of our clients first.
Office:01506-238366
Clinic Location:
48H North Bridge Street
Bathgate
West Lothian
EH48 4PP