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We offer Relaxation Massage, Deep Tissue Massage and Specialist Body Modalities including Manual Lymph Drainage and Oncology Massage.
SERVICES
Welcome to Wood Bay Natural Health.
Just a few minutes’ walk from the beautiful Wood Bay, our clinic is nestled amongst nature and is only 5 mins drive from Titirangi Village.
We offer Specialist Body and Health Modalities including Massage, Manual Lymph Drainage and Oncology Massage, Naturopathy, Herbal Medicine and Customised Yoga Programmes.
Our Practitioners are all fully qualified with years of experience in their specialist fields.
- MASSAGE
- MANUAL LYMPH DRAINAGE
- LYMPHOEDEMA MANAGEMENT
- ONCOLOGY MASSAGE
- NATUROPATHY
- YOGA
Wood Bay Natural Health provide integrative natural health treatments to help you focus on a lifestyle full of wellbeing and vigour. If you are dealing with a medical challenge or simply wish to stay strong and healthy, our practitioners can guide you to natural practices of healthy living.
Customised Programmes
Our specialty is providing integrative treatments for people facing a serious or life changing illness. You can work with an individual therapist if you have a preferred modality, or our practitioners can join together to plan a comprehensive programme to support you through medical treatment such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery.
Our resident yoga therapist is also able to include a plan tailored to your own capabilities.
Call us to make your first appointment now.
Southern Cross Insurance Claims
Southern Cross Medical Care Society's 'Wellbeing' Health Insurance policy includes a BODY CARE and HEALTH ESSENTIALS module. This module permits members to claim for Remedial Massage Therapy.
Practitioners
Clare Brokenshire Massage Therapist and Lymphoedema Management
Clare Brokenshire, is a Registered Nurse who believes in the value of utilising integrative therapies in any treatment. Clare’s gentle and calm manner has led her to work in both NZ and Australia. Now based in beautiful bush-clad Titirangi, Clare also provides home visits in cases of immobility or as part of palliative care (poa).
Clare is qualified and experienced in the following modalities:
- MANUAL LYMPH DRAINAGE - READ MORE
- LYMPHOEDEMA MANAGEMENT - READ MORE
- ONCOLOGY MASSAGE
- SWEDISH AND REMEDIAL MASSAGE
- THE TRAGER® APPROACH
- HOT STONE MASSAGE
Lynne Flood Naturopath
Lynne Flood is Registered Naturopath and Medical Herbalist, passionate about providing people with the best:
- NATURAL HEALTH ADVICE
- DIET
- HERBAL REMEDIES
- NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Lynne specialises in muscle-testing to determine your unique health needs and to prescribe the precise remedies you need for healing.
Vicki Soper Yoga Teacher
Vicki has been practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga for 25 years. Along with Ashtanga, Vicki has studied and teaches Yoga Vinyasa (Hatha Flow), pregnancy yoga (she has practiced Ashtanga during two pregnancies), and takes "mums and babies" classes.
Vicki works one on one with her private clients and can also develop a programme for specific conditions in conjunction with any of our other practitioners.
Manual Lymph Drainage
Manual Lymph Drainage is a special type of massage concentrating on the Lymphatic System.
The Lymphatic System
The Lymphatic System is part of the body’s circulatory system. Its functions include cleansing soft tissue and maintaining normal tissue drainage. The Lymphatic System is a scavenger system; it removes excess fluid containing water, protein, fats and waste products from tissue spaces. This fluid, now called lymph, is filtered and purified and is then returned, cleaned, to the blood system. The Lymphatic System is an important part of the immune system; lymph contains lymphocytes and other white blood cells. Increased lymph flow carries more antigens to the lymph nodes, increasing antibody/antigen contact.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Dr Vodder Technique)
MLD stimulates the movement of fluid in the tissues. It assists in the decongestion of the tissue by increasing the lymphatic flow. It is usually a gentle, rhythmic technique that has been proven to encourage lymph to flow. A stretching of the skin, followed by a release of pressure which has an effect on the initial lymphatic vessels. If the tissue has become more fibrotic then a stronger pressure may be needed. It is a non-invasive manual technique that has a powerful effect on the body. Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a gentle whole body treatment that relaxes the nervous system and aids the body’s immune system.
Applications include
- Pre Surgery: Prepares the tissues for surgical intervention, drains the tissue, clears the lymph passages to help prevent post-surgery oedema
- Post Surgery: Reduces swelling and assists in the regeneration of lymphatic tissue and helps break down scar tissue
- Acute injury: If there is no infection MLD can reduce oedema allowing for earlier, less painful mobilisation. MLD clears inflammatory exudates and debris and can assist with sprains, strains, sports injuries and haematomas
- Pain: MLD alleviates tissue fluid stagnation and inhibits type C nociceptors which trigger pain (Foldi, Alosi, Brigger), headaches, chronic sinusitis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis
Immune system health and helpful in detoxification
- Stimulation of the lymphatics tends to increase parasympathetic tone, the ‘fight or flight’ response.
- Lymphoedema
Lymphoedema Treatment
Lymphoedema Therapy combines advanced Manual Lymph Drainage techniques with compression bandaging; exercises and skin care also known as Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT).
Oncology Massage
Research has shown that Oncology Massage can improve the quality of life and assist with managing symptoms for people with a history or diagnosis of cancer.
Oncology massage is a particular therapy designed specifically to deliver a safe and therapeutic massage to clients with cancer, and who may be undergoing treatment such as chemotherapy and radiation.
This therapy is known to improve symptoms such as:
- Pain
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
- Nausea
- Depression
Other symptoms such as shortness of breath, memory problems, dry mouth or disturbed sleep.
Wood Bay Natural Health massage therapist, Clare Brokenshire is a qualified and accredited Oncology Massage Therapist and has been trained specifically to conduct a massage session using only a light touch.
Clients can expect a gentle and safe massage which has been modified from the traditional massage experience in order to accommodate the various symptoms of their disease.
As a part of this concept we have a general rule of thumb with OM body work and that is: if you can’t eat it or drink it then don’t put it on your skin! Skin is our largest organ which absorbs as well as excretes.
When working with clients who have bodies and immune systems already compromised from the treatment of cancer, we use Melrose Almond Oil to avoid exposing them to more biological strain. H2 Superfine oils are keenly promoted in the massage industry and, once on the skin, are absorbed, processed and discarded in the normal way.
Studies which have documented the positive benefits of Oncology Massage have also highlighted the additional efficacy of meditation. Wood Bay Natural Health includes this modality in our services – read more here.
Body Treatments
Our Services:
- Manual Lymph Drainage
- Oncology Massage
- Trager ®Approach
- Swedish Relaxation Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- The Trager® Approach
A Mind/Body Approach
Increases relaxation and mobility through touch, movement and an open meditative state
The Trager Approach often achieves excellent results for people with a wide range of conditions, such as aches and pains, poor posture, limited movement, normal ageing processes and muscle spasms. And it is great for the pure enjoyment of it.
"Milton Trager's work will benefit anyone wishing to lead a healthier and more dynamic life" Deepak Chopra, M.D., Author
Swedish Massage
This particular massage is a technique that is the basis of all forms of Western massage treatment. It can help maintain muscles in an optimum state of nutrition, flexibility and vitality, whilst relieving muscle tightness, tight shoulders and general stiffness which may restrict full movement.
The techniques in Swedish massage are designed to have a relaxing effect and can relieve fatigue, reduce tension, calm the nervous system and promote relaxation to give a sense of renewed energy.
Hot Stone Massage
Water heated stones are placed on the body and also used to perform massage with. The heat of the stones melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness, and promotes relaxation.
Enjoyable, luxurious and a wonderful treat – just for the sheer joy of it!
Sheng Zhen Gong ~ Moving Meditation
This form of Moving Meditation, Sheng Zhen Qi Gong, is a gentle relaxing practice that grounds us in our body through breath and movement.
It connects us to the universal energy of Love while it strengthens and revitalises the body, bringing healing, health and harmony.
Suitable for everyone and is a perfect partner to both the Oncology Massage and Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
Clare is a teacher in training; ‘I am loving teaching this form with others. I look forward to sharing it with you.”
For more information about the best services for your needs or to organise an appointment - just give us a call!
Service Categories
Ashtanga Yoga, Deep Tissue Massage, Hatha Yoga, Herbalists, Lymphatic Drainage, Meditation, Naturopaths, Pregnancy Yoga, Qigong, Remedial Massage, Stone Therapy Massage, Swedish Relaxation Massage, Vinyasa Yoga, Yoga
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