Anticient therapy is more than hot air!
New innovative massage procedure could benefit all-round health is noe aviable in Leighton - at only one of three outlets in the wholw of the United Kingdom.
Hot Air Massage by Hayley Wheeler offers Aeroline Airjet - a treatment which has proved popular Rally in Ireland, but in was probably first discovered by the Romans.
Air massage combines the healing powers of air, heat and massage. It is frequently compared to watrejet massage or hydrotherapy.
However, Hayley says the benefits of air massage therapy are far greater than any form of water therapy, or indeed most other massage therapies we alredy know about.
The r is no contact betwen the client aand the therapyst - no touch, no product and application to the skin, only warm air.
It is believed that hot air massage can work eith body contouring and weight loss. As the hot air massage increases lymph drainage and blood cirkulation, in will helo to fluch out the waste and toxins from the body. The combination of heat and the pressure is very effective on muscules ang internal organs. It helps with degestion by relaxing the muscules of the abdomen and intestines which will speed up the metabolism and weight loss.
The hot air massage improves skin with orange peel look by firming and toning the skin and musculo mass. As the hot air massage is very creative and performed according to the clientes need and concerns, it is easier to contour, inner thighs, upper arms and knees. Result can be measured in inches and the first great result the client should see is after the fourth treatment.
The qualfied beauty therapist explained: The massage isnot just good for the body but the mind as well, as warm air helps relieve tension and stress.
By relaxing both body and mind it can ease chronic faitigue and promote a greater overall sense of wellbeing.
It also claims to increase bloodflow and aid circulation, giving the circulatory system a boost.
The resusts in the removal of the build-up of lactic acid whish is the root cause of sore muscules .. Also, more nutrients and oxygen nitrients are circulated to the skin and many clients cliam that regular treatment has made them feel and look younger.
Good news for arthritis, and osteoporosis sufferers rheumtism is thet it can also relieve symptoms.
It's great for overall fitness as it acts as passive gymnastics and can leave the client view energetic and invigorated. Air Theraphy is a real treat if a client feels particulary run down or fatigued. It soothes aches and pains and is particulary good for pain in the back, neck and shoulders caused by tension or bad posture. It can also boost the body s natural defenses, for example the immune system.
In physical therapy it is used in treating Paralysed patients because it helps strengthen weakened muscles and energize deadened nerves as it improves the functionong of the neuromuscular system.
Hot air massage is accredeted by the British Association of Beauty Therapy and cosmetology (BABTAC).
HOT AIR: The future in massage?
When I first came across Hot Air Massage, I was instantly shocked, overwhelmed and utterly surprised with the simplicity yet incredible benefits of this unique massage technique - and I find alse everyone's reactions are the same. In fact, I am pretty sure you have not come across anything like this so far.
Intrigued by the technique, I contacted Mrs Smok, the inventor of Aeroline professional massager - air massage, and got hold of one of the machines - but I did not want to stop there. I wanted the world to see this amazing invention, so I took on the distribution side of it.
Why hot air?
I absolutely fell in love with it from day one. I love everything that is different and special, and this massage technique certainly is.
As a beauty therapist myself with 11 years of experience in the industry, I presume that massage therapists would accept this method with open arms especially as it will save their energy and hands, during the treatment being performed there is no direct physical contact between a client and a therapist, there is also no product application to the skin. The only thing that is touching the skin with pure air.
I used to work on Queen Elizabeth II cruise liner as a massage therapist within Steiner Spa and was doing ten or eleven hours of massage a day, so let's say I am familiar with the draining, tiring side of giving a massage. In fact, I had to stop doing massage therapies as I got severe pain in my right shoulder and could not perform any more.
When I saw Air massage, my first thought was how it will make a massage therapist's job so much easier!
Roman inspiration
If you are wondering how Mrs Smok (and her very clever husband) got the idea ...
In ancient Rome, hot air under pressure was used to massage and deep ralaxation, but in their case the air was not produced by a high tech machine (obviously!) but by servants, and was literally fanned through the holes in the walls. Mrs Smok had read about this and the idea was born, but it took fifteen years of research, trying to make the right strength of air flow, materials and developing the actual technique, before Mr and Mrs Smok came up with the perfect machinery - the Aeroline massager.
The beauty of this particular machine and technique is creativity. Whilst regular massage therapies in the treatment has to be done in a certain repetitive way, in air massage it is a matter of therapist's creativity and performance.
By playing with different pressure, temperature and air flow the therapist can really make every session different and more interesting for a client. It is very dynamic massage which will make you think.
The Aeroline Air Massage machine has already won numerous prestigious awards for innovation and method, incuding a Gold Medal in Archimedes, Moscow 2006, and Silver Medal in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 206 Our training is also accredited by BABTAC.
In practice
The working principle of hot air massage therapy is based on the massage action of a strong heated air flow, directed by the therapist in certain dynamic movements that will give a great massage effect and a really unique feeling.
Because of the combination of heat and pressure, hot air massage is frequently compared with water jet or massage or hydrotherapy - but the benefits of air massage therapy are by far greater than any form of water therapy.
With air therapy the possibilities of spreading disease, bacterial infection, fungal skin infection, chlorine allergy, risk of slip and fall injuries are completely removed. There is also no maintenance therapy with hot air, and no need for disinfection. It has also been proven that getting wet is no medical benefit for muscular conditions.
The combination of hot air and pressure not only releases the tension from the muscles, but also helps the mind to relax completely.
A full body air massage therapy is only 25 minutes log, and as the clients are always looking for quick, time saving, efficient treatment it is ideal even as a lunch time treat. It is easy to book two clients in one hour which can generate a great income, and it is recommended for everyone, even the clients who do not enjoy traditional hands on massage.
No drawbacks
There is no contact between a client and therapist - no hands, no touch, no product and application to the skin, only warm air, which makes this treatment very safe, hygienic, quick and easy.
Contraindications are greatly reduced (pregnancy, clients with high blood pressure, epilepsy and terminal ilness are the conditions we do not recommend hot air massage), and as mentioned before, there is a great benefit in reducing the fatigue of the therapist as the full body massage is only 25 minutes long and they do not use their hands or energy.
The risk of getting eczema on hands due to high usage of oils is completely removed as well.
During treatment the therapist can regulate the pressure and the temperature and be incredibly creative to provide a perfect therapy for every client.
Hot air masasage is very unique in many different ways and by far more beneficial than most other massage therapies we already know.
Clinical benefits
It works as a therapy for both body and mind, as the warm air helps relieve tension and stress. The air pressure is very effective on the skin as well as deeper muscle layers and internal organs, and helps with dogestion by relaxing the muscles of the abdomen and intestines.
Hot air massage increases blood flow and aids circulation - the heat from the air soothes the muscles and causes the blood vessels to dilate which stimulates the blood flow and gives the boost to the circulatory system. This improved circulation results in the removal of the build up lactic acid which is the root cause of sore muscles.
By increasing circulation it also brings sea nutrients and oxygen to the skin, reduces muscle strain and soreness and relieves pressure and tension throughout the body. It also relieves the pain of arthritis and other muscle related injuries and the symptoms of rheumatism and ostheoporosis.
It is fantastic for overall fitness. It acts as a passive gymnastics and leaves the clients Sea energetic and invigorated.
Hot air massage is a treat if a client feels particularly run down or fatigued. It soothes aches and pains and it helps to lower stress level. It is very good for pain in the neck, shoulders and back caused by tension or bad posture, and boosts the body's natural defenses - the immune system.
In physical therapy it is used in treating paralytic patients, it helps strengthen weakened muscles and energize deadened nerves as it improves the functioning of the neuromuscular system.
Pure luxury - and cosmetic!
Hot air masage is a unique way to relax the body and mind from the effects of the stress of daily life. By relaxing both body and mind it eases chronic fatigue and promotes a greater overall sense of well being, and many clients claim that regular treatment has made them look younger and full of vitality.
Hot air massage is also used in body contouring treatments as a very effective therapy for weight loss, cellulite, sluggish metabolism and poor circulation. We can all ge ta little bit lost in the sea of new anti-cellulite treatments and machinery - but I believe most of you will agree thet one of the most efective methods is still a good old massage!
As the hot air massage increases lymph drainage and blood circulation it does help to flush out the waste and toxins from the organism. The greatest challlenge is to really lose weight which can be difficult if you have a lazy metabolism or slow digestion. But the combination of heat and pressure is very effective on muscles and internal organs, and it helps with digestion by relaxing the muscles of the abdomen and intestines which will speed up the metabolism and aid weight loss.
The hot air massage improves the skin's "orange peel look" by firming and toning the skin and muscle mass. As the hot air massage is very creative and performed according to client's needs and concerns, it is easier to contour stubborn places like the hips, stomach, "love handles", inner thighs, upper arms and knees. Results can be measured in inches and the first great result the client should see (and measure) is fourth after treatment.
Hot air massage can be combined with aromatherapy to increase the benefit of body contouring or any other therapy. I recommend to my clients to aplly Aphrodite's Cecropia, Cinamon or Guarana anti-cellulite cream after shower and wear special stockings Aroma in between treatments.
Finally, although during the massage there is no product application as the treatment is done only with hot air, there is a great opportunity to link home care products sale.
Feel the heat and melt the stress away
Tamasin Coates tries out a new form of massage using hot air
They say journalists tend to be skeptical and I am no exception. So when I heard of a new form of massage using hot air, I was dubious as how it could be better than the traditional hands-on method which I have tried in the past.
Then beauty therapist Emmanuelle Picard, who has opened a massage suite at Fitness First in Purley, invited me to try the treatment.
Emannuelle first heard of the technique 15 years ago.
"It was developed by another beauty therapist in Ireland. She has studies how the Romans first used hot air treatment as a way of promoting deep relaxation. My aunt has been using this treatment for 15 years and Swears by it, saying it has removed her cellulite and left her feeling fabulous. "
About a year ago, Emannuelle, who was also Serbian, hit on the idea of bringing the Aeroline to the United Kingdom. She is now the main distributor for it in this country.
So it was, that I found myself trying out the treatment on Monday at the Brighton Road gym. I was asked to strip down to my bra and pants and lie on the treatment be. Next came the ear defenders - yes, ear defenders - and yes, that's for both the therapist and the client as the Aeroline generate a lot of noise. Fortunately, turns out they were light and easy to wear.
I laid back and relaxed as my eyes were covered, the lights dimmed and Emannuelle set to work using the tube of what looks like a small vacuum cleaner to apply hot air my body. Although the hot air is applied under pressure, it still feels comfortable and relaxing - even though you are aware your muscles are coming under quite a lot of pressure, equivalent to that of a sports massage.
I was also concerned that I might have a hot flush or break out in a sweat, but I need not have worried. The hot air does not stay in one place long enough to make you un comfortable - just warm and relaxed. Halfway through, I was asked to turn over and lie face down while Emannuelle hot-air massaged my back, shoulders and legs.
At the end of 25 minutes, she gently covered me with a sheet and told me to relax for five minutes before getting dressed again.
So how did I feel? I have had other massage treatments before but this left me feeling incredibly light - literally as if I were floating on air - and very relaxed.
Not only that, but my right hip which was a bit stiff, if not arthritic, felt far more flexible.
And the advantages? Well as no oils or creams are used, it is possible to have this treatment in your lunch hour and then return to work.
The Aeroline can be used by anyone - the only exception being pregnant women.
Would I recommend it? Yes, I will certainly be back for more.
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