Massage Therapy

Deep tissue massage (DTM) focuses on the realignment of the underlying layers of muscles and deep connective tissues. The massage technique is slower but with a firm pressure, concentrating on specific areas of tension or pain, and includes using soft fists, forearms and elbows.
This can help to relieve specific areas of muscular tension and discomfort. Amongst other holistic health benefits, it particularly improves mobility, increases range of motion and loosens tight muscle tissue. By improving blood circulation and increasing drainage to these areas, it can allow the release of toxins and bring nutrients to the affected tissues.

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Deborah Warden

Deborah is a fully qualified ITEC massage therapist and holds additional certificates in Pregnancy, Swedish and Deep Tissue massage. She aims to use her experience and combined skills to create a relaxing and nurturing environment for your body and mind to heal and revitalize.

As an experienced massage therapist she finds great reward in helping a wide variety people overcome illness and reach a vibrant level of health.  Deborah’s style combines general massage techniques with deep tissue work, some stretching, muscular stimulation and connective tissue release to help the patient regain and retain the health of the body’s soft tissue. Its therapeutic effect can often eradicate the need for symptom-masking painkillers and restore movement and functionality.

As a qualified Acupuncturist she has additional knowledge of the bodies meridian system and key points on the channels for achieving a deeper level of release from tension in the body.  She also embodies the Chinese philosophy that the mind and body are intrinsically linked so there is often an emotional root to the physical symptoms the patient experiences.

Testimonial

“Deborah Warden made me feel at ease straight away, went though thorough checks on medical history and proceeded to one of the best massages I’ve ever had. Deborah is really friendly, knowledgeable (very generous at sharing her knowledge), and has a magical touch.”
Sonia

Appointments:

• 30mins – £45
• 1 hour –  £75
• 90 mins – £110

For more information please see www.deborahwarden.com

To make a booking, please contact Deborah by email on hello@deborahwarden.com

or by telephone on 07834 767788

relaxation massage is for those who are after an experience that is wholesome and utterly relaxing.

This mainly uses Swedish massage techniques, with long and slow strokes leaving you feeling deeply nourished.

• Reduce and relieve (chronic) pain/tensions
• Improve reduced range of movement
• De-stress
• Postural rebalancing
• Improve circulation
• Mix of relaxation and addressing issues in the tissues
• Helps pain management

This combination is particularly good for sufferers of back or shoulder pain, or for individuals suffering with ingrained muscular issues anywhere in the body.  It is also a very good combination to combat migraines or assist those suffering with anxiety or emotional turbulence. Within the treatment, moxa (dried mugwort) which is a Chinese herb may be used.  The moxa is applied to the end of acupuncture needles or used in a stick and is burnt to send heat into the body to further relieve symptoms.  It may also be necessary for the client to receive Chinese cupping which also directs localised heat to the affected region.

Deborah Warden

Deborah Warden has been awarded a BSc (Hons) Acupuncture degree by the University of Greenwich, which is accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (BAAB) and a Licentiate in Acupuncture (Lic Ac) by the International College of Oriental Medicine.

Deborah is also a fully qualified ITEC massage therapist, and holds certificates in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage as well as Pregnancy massage.  Whilst able to alleviate successfully many muscular conditions through massage alone, where appropriate, she also combines massage with acupuncture to achieve the best results.

Deborah has a special interest is the relationship between the mind and body (holism) and particularly where cases of anxiety and depression manifest with musculoskeletal problems e.g. tight shoulders or neck. She has received feedback from a number of clients who have suffered with these conditions that the combination of acupuncture and massage penetrates and releases the body to a much deeper level than either one of these therapies alone.

Appointments:

Acupuncture & Massage Combination

• 1 Hour – £90
• 90 mins – £125

Packages available:

• Pack of 6 £485
• For 10 follow up sessions £800.  Valid for 8 months.

This is best for new clients who have a longer term health goal or a chronic condition and will require weekly sessions.

For 6 follow up sessions £460.  Valid for 6 months.

Useful for clients who have seen improvement after weekly sessions and would like to continue taking care of themselves with monthly sessions.

The balance is due at the end of the first session.

For more information please see www.deborahwarden.com

To make a booking, please contact Deborah by email on hello@deborahwarden.com

or by telephone on 07834 767788

Massage Therapy is a beautiful complementary therapy during the course of a pregnancy, which is mostly a very special time in a woman’s life.

During pregnancy the female body goes through a lot of physical and hormonal changes, which can result in discomfort through pressure on the joints and ligaments whilst the belly grows and makes space for the baby.

Common problems that may arise are cramps, restless legs, water retention, low back pain, hip and pelvis discomfort and carpal tunnel symptoms.

Pregnancy massage is great for addressing and alleviating pains/aches as well as offering a moment to completely switch off, recharge and get pampered. All the happy hormones that massage brings up, will affect your baby positively too!

Benefits

• Alleviates pain accompanied with pregnancy
• Reduce stress
• Promotes overall well being
• Reconnects mother and baby in a moment of self care

Helps to relieve

• Low back, hip and pelvis pain/discomfort
• Restless legs
• Swelling
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Tensed upper body

Deborah Warden

Deborah is a fully qualified and experienced Acupuncturist and massage therapist who finds great reward in helping people overcome illness and reach a vibrant level of health.  She has worked with numerous women on their journey from assisting with conception, to providing support throughout the pregnancy and then following the birth.

Deborah is an ITEC massage therapist and holds additional certificates in Pregnancy, Swedish and Deep Tissue massage.  She aims to use her experience and combined skills to create a relaxing and nurturing environment for your body and mind to heal and revitalize. By focusing on the individual and using a range of techniques specifically developed for treating pregnancy related conditions, women report that they feel more energized, sleep better and have relief from pain following the massage.

Following the birth of the baby a post-partum massage is tailored to help restore your body to its pre-partum condition. It addresses the stress of carrying and caring for a newborn. It can help speed recovery by bringing relief of sore muscles and help you to relax more easily.

Deborah has been fortunate to have trained with leading practitioners and trainers in their fields (including Debra Betts for fertility and pregnancy related matters) which has helped to refine her intuitive sense for locating restrictions in the body where, often, there is an emotional aspect attached.

Testimonial

“I just want to say the massage yesterday was fantastic, for the first time in a while I slept well and the pain in my hips has gone. I would highly recommend Deborah to many friends, especially those that are pregnant. She was brilliant and a warm individual who is extremely passionate about her work. I look forward to booking her again soon when I eventually get to maternity leave!”

Melanie

Appointments:

• 60 Minutes – £75
• 90 minutes – £105

For more information please see www.deborahwarden.com

To make a booking, please contact Deborah by email on hello@deborahwarden.com

or by telephone on 07834 767788

Sports and remedial massage is a deeper massage which aims to help athletes prepare and recover better from hard exercise or competition. It also incorporates more advanced techniques to help improve the recovery of common sports related injuries.

Pre-event: In the final build-up to a competition this requires good thorough massage which will identify and treat any areas of adverse tension.

Post- event: The main focus is recovery and massage should be given as soon as possible using gentle flowing techniques.

Many non-sports people also enjoy this deeper massage because it can help relieve minor aches and pains.

Zena McGee

Zena McGee is an experienced massage therapist with a level 5 diploma in Sports and Remedial soft tissue therapy, awarded from the Institute for Soft Tissue Therapists (ISRM). She is also in her final year of Osteopathy training at the British School of Osteopathy. 

Zena’s mission is to help strengthen your body and mind if you are overcoming any stress, sports injuries, or muscles in acute pain. She combines deep tissue massage with muscle energy techniques and soft tissue release to target specific aches, pains and injuries. Muscle energy techniques create beneficial change in muscle tone, releasing excessive tension and restoring normal length and elasticity.  The combination of all these technique are ideal for helping relieve pain, injury and tired or tense muscles.

Appointments:

• 1hr massage – £65

To make a booking, please email to enquiries@goosegreenclinic.net

“I run regularly and strained my hamstring recently. Zena knows what she is doing and gave a very robust massage to my back, shoulders and legs. My shoulders were a bit achy at first as the massage was so deep, but it has worked to release long standing knots and I can feel much of the tightness has gone. My legs feel looser too.  I will be back!”

James

Thai yoga massage (TYM) is an ancient healing art from the Buddhist tradition. It is a clever combination of targeted acupressure; finding and dissolving knots and blockages, stimulating energy lines, toning the muscles and tendons and opening the joints with gentle Hatha yoga-like stretches. The aim of TYM is to restore balance to the body’s energy system and harness the process of self-healing and renewal.

Thai yoga massage is not just a physical therapy but has a spiritual healing dimension. By encouraging deep relaxation, it restores the mind and body to harmonious balance and peace.

Thai Yoga Massage encourages us to slow down and settle into our bodies. It can –
* improve flexibility
* dissolve aches and pain
* increase energy levels
* correct posture and alignment
* stimulate blood flow and circulation
* aid breathing and relaxation
* promote sleep
* restore well-being

What happens in a massage session?

Using thumbs, hands, feet, elbows, forearms and knees, the practitioner releases tension and dissolves blockages that lead to pain, dysfunction and disease. Thai Yoga Massage is done fully clothed, wearing loose garments. The massage takes place on a firm massage futon on the floor. Traditionally there is no use of oils.

TYM is like having a yoga class done to you. The massage is playful and fun as well as relaxing. It can be adapted and tailored to your individual body’s range and needs. It is safe and can be used on every kind of patient, regardless of age and flexibility.