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Gravity Wellness - Massage Therapy

MASSAGE THERAPY

Massages targets your mind, body and energy for a holistic and integrated support of your wellness needs

Massage can be used as a stand alone practice or combined with other modalities to increase its potency. It is increasingly offered as part of a recovery and rehabilitation program to help people cope with illnesses like cancer, heart disease or chronic pain, highlighting its growing acceptance by the broader health and medical community.

Massage therapy can assist in reducing stress and anxiety as well as reducing pain and increasing muscle mobility. Even if you are not suffering from any chronic or acute conditions or pain, massage can be an enjoyable and deeply relaxing experience. Massage therapy can help reduce cortisol levels (a stress inducing hormone), and increase other hormones that have a positive effect on wellbeing (including dopamine and serotonin). We recommend combining massage with floatation therapy to experience deep relaxation, recovery and rejuvenation for your mind, body & energy.

SERVICE OFFERINGS

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RELAXATION MASSAGE

This is a full body healing massage working with the fascia and deep tissue aimed at melting away the stresses of the day. It opens up channels in the body and gradually unwinds any tension that may be held, providing deep relaxation for overall well being and restoration.

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REMEDIAL MASSAGE

If your private health insurance includes extras you may be eligible for rebates for remedial massage therapy. Our remedial therapists are trained in providing remedial massage which targets specific parts of the body to relieve aches & treat injuries.

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PREGNANCY MASSAGE

Support yourself and your growing baby with a relaxing and restorative pregnancy massage. Heidi George is experienced in offering pregnancy massage, and will modify the session with a specialised pregnancy cushion. Bookings with Heidi are available on Saturdays only.

THERAPISTS

Stephan-Essa

Stephan Essa

Stephan is a qualified massage therapist and intuitive healer. His passion is healing the body using a holistic approach; focusing on areas around self-awareness and emotional blocks stored within the body. Stephan incorporates breathing techniques, cupping, trigger point therapy, myofascial release and energy work during treatments to alleviate tension and stress. Stephan’s services can be claimed on private health insurance if your cover includes this.

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Lauren Mancuso

Lauren is a qualified and dedicated relaxation massage therapist who is passionate about promoting wellness and relaxation. With a background in various massage techniques, she will tailor each session to meet individual needs, fostering a sense of rejuvenation and balance. She is committed to creating a calming environment and aims to enhance your overall well-being through the healing power of touch. Lauren has a keen interest in the release of muscular tightness through a mixture of deep and soft pressure techniques. Lauren plans to further her studies as a remedial massage therapist in the new year.

Angela Bergin

Angela Bergin

Angela is a qualified relaxation massage therapist and is passionate about holistic approaches to wellbeing. She considers massage to be an essential treatment and beneficial to the overall health of her clients. Her focus is on reducing the impact of stress in her client’s day-to-day lives; bringing balance to the nervous system. Ange believes in the importance of taking time out to nurture the mind and body, creating space for her clients to unwind, decompress and uncover a sense of calm, ease and wholeness.

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Vin Van de Wall

Fin is a qualified relaxation massage therapist, currently studying a diploma in remedial massage. Fin takes a holistic and ethical approach with his practice; providing an overall relaxing massage experience. He is passionate about the human body and takes a keen interest in the nervous system. Through relaxation massage, Fin is able to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system response; thus allowing his patients to experience a reduction in pain and stress. Fin is a strong believer in massage as a form of therapeutic healing which offers benefits to one’s physical, mental & energetic health.

BENEFITS

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PAIN RELIEF

Massage therapy disturbs the pain cycle by stimulating blood flow which increases body temperature. The lymphatic system is also stimulated to remove waste products from the body. Massage increases range of movement by releasing muscular tension.

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STRESS RELIEF

A massage relaxes the muscles, but also stimulates the nervous system which is responsible for releasing happy hormones. Increased blood flow means an increase distribution of these hormones replacing anxiety & stress with feelings of happiness.

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MENTAL CLARITY

Massage therapy restores balance to both the body & mind, allowing them to function together. It’s ability to increase circulation provides the brain with additional oxygen to stimulate brain activity making it easier to process information & promote efficient thinking.

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MUSCLE RECOVERY

Massage triggers a relaxation response in the body, it reduces pain & help muscles recover. It has also been found to ease inflammation, improve blood flow & reduce muscle tightness.This assists the muscles to adapt to the demands of increased exercise.

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SLEEP QUALITY

Massage triggers a relaxation response in the body, reduces muscular tension & has been shown to induce the production of serotonin, the precursor to the body producing melatonin. This helps prepare the body for deep relaxation & sleep.

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PREGNANCY SUPPORT

Pregnancy comes with a variety of discomforts such as swelling, sleep disruptions & hormonal changes. Massage is modified with all body work being done face up. The focus is nurturing and relaxation for the mother which translates to the baby’s health.

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PRICING

Relaxation Massage

RELAXATION MASSAGE
$195
90 minutes

This initial consultation includes a case taking component to assist the therapist in helping you to unwind your muscles and promote a deep sense of relaxation and recovery.



RELAXATION MASSAGE
$130
60 minutes

Typically a follow up appointment, however, can booked as an initial treatment. Your session will include some case taking to assist the therapist in helping you unwind your muscles; promoting alignment, deep healing, relaxation and an overall sense of well-being.
RELAXATION MASSAGE
$90
30 minutes

A great option for treating a specific area of the body for pain relief, recovery & relaxation. Ideal for someone on the go!




Multi Passes

RESTORATIVE PACK -
FLOAT & INFRARED
$119
(save $25)
An Infrared and Float is perfect combination for intense recovery and a deep sense of restoration.
Experience a deep sense of restoration & recovery with a 1-hour float and 45min infrared session. Non-sharable. To be booked on the same day
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RELAXATION PACK -
FLOAT & MASSAGE
$179
(save $30)
A float & massage is a wonderful combination to fully relax
and unwind your body.
Experience a deep sense of relaxation as you unwind with a 1-hour float and 1-hour relaxation massage. Non-sharable. To be booked on the same day
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FAQs

CAN MASSAGE BE CLAIMED THROUGH INSURANCE? IE/ NDIS & PRIVATE HEALTH

Massage therapy may be covered with NDIS if it is included in your plan. Gravity is a registered NDIS provider. If massage therapy is included in your extras you may be able to claim part of the cost of your remedial massage – check with your provider.

WHAT INFORMATION DO I NEED TO PROVIDE FOR A MASSAGE THERAPY TREATMENT?

Your massage therapist may require some initial information regarding your health history, any conditions needing to be addressed & the areas of your body requiring attention to firstly determine whether massage is appropriate for you. Your massage therapist may need to perform some assessments & tests to evaluate your condition & gather relevant information for the muscle groups requiring work. It is important to list all health concerns, allergies &/or any medications so that your therapist can adapt the session best to suit your specific needs without doing any harm.

WHAT IF I'M PREGNANT?

Currently, our therapist Heidi offers pregnancy massage sessions. Heidi is available on Saturdays from 10am-2.30pm. We would also recommend booking in a float session to support pregnancy if you are unable to come in for a massage

DO I NEED TO GET UNDRESSED?

Our massage therapists are adaptable to ensure that you are undressed only to the level that makes you comfortable. If you’re requiring a full body massage, it is generally advised to undress down to your underwear. Our therapists are fully trained in providing adequate draping & always ensure that client comfortability is top priority. Your massage therapist will give you full privacy to get undressed and comfortably positioned on the massage table with a towel to drape over your body.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A REMEDIAL MASSAGE & A RELAXATION MASSAGE?

The key difference is that Remedial massage targets specific parts of the body to relieve aches & treat injuries, while Relaxation massage helps ease generalised muscle tension & bring about a sense of rest in the body.

Remedial massage therapy is a more dynamic & goal focused treatment. Our Remedial Massage Therapists have received full clinical training to tailor treatments to their client’s needs & have vast range of techniques & anatomy knowledge to draw upon.

Relaxation massage is a treatment consisting of more kneading & flowing strokes to promote nervous system regulation & mindfulness of sensation.