Edgecliff Massage Therapies is a self owned and operated professional massage clinic. \ I ensure you receive high quality treatment and professional attention with every massage. \ Jean-Pierre Olivo (Dip RM) - Massage Therapist\ \ \ Jean-Pierre is an accredited member of The Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS #10029). The society safeguards the public by making sure its members are properly trained (including continuing professional education) and committed to render professional service. \ \ \ Edgecliff Massage Therapies has been operating in its current location since May, 2002. Although small, the clinic is professionally equipped and arranged following the principles of Feng Shui. \ A healing ambiance is created to complement the massage. This includes your own choice of music from a wide ranging music menu. \ \ \ \ For thousands of years some form of massage or laying on of hands has been used to heal and soothe the sick. Of all senses, touch is the first to develop. As babies, it is primarily through our tactile experience that we explore and make sense of the world, and the loving touch of our parents is essential to our growth. As long as our need to be touched is satisfied we grow healthily, but where it is inhibited our development may be impaired \ \ \ Today, massage can provide us with a means to cope with domestic pressure, the relentless stress of work or the effects of intense sports activities. To ensure that my massage treatment addresses your particular needs, I use a wide range of techniques, either separately or in combination. These are reflected below. \ \ Remedial Massage\ This modality is a blend of approved, massage techniques, promoting efficiency in the muscular system, which in turn enhances the functioning of the entire person. \ \ \ Swedish Massage\ A soothing, full body massage which reduces stress by relaxing the nervous system and relieving the physical tension and pain caused by stress. It derives its name from Per Hendrik Ling from Sweden who developed this massage technique in the early 1880s. A full body Swedish massage usually takes 1 1/2 hours. \ \ Sports Massage\ A thorough deep tissue massage with a focus on sports injury prevention and treatment. This includes pre- and post-event massage. Advice concerning stretching and strengthening is offered. \ \ Trigger Point Therapy\ Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy is a proven technique used for the relief of soft-tissue pain and dysfunction. Trigger Points represent small areas of tightness within muscles. \"Active\" trigger points frequently refer pain, tingling or numbness to other areas of the body, most of the time to a predictable area. In this case the therapist works on the trigger point rather than on the site of pain. \ \ Pregnancy Massage\ This form of massage offers relief for the many common discomforts of pregnancy. The specific technique provides consideration for the physiological changes during pregnancy and can be administered from the early to later stages of pregnancy. This treatment requires a minimum 1 hour duration.\ \ Indian Head Massage\ A modern adaptation of an ancient massage technique practised in India for thousands of years. Indian head massage involves working with a firm and gentle rhythm to help relieve the built-up of tension - soothing and relieving stress. Oil is not used. It can be done fully clothed, seated in a chair and takes only 30 minutes. \ \ Ear Candling\ Ear candling will gently massage your ear drums, will remove excessive ear wax and may also relieve pressure after flying, deep sea diving or wherever an imbalance of pressure has occurred. Ear candling may also be beneficial for relief of symptoms of sinus problems, earache, glue ears, swimmers\' ear, some chronic headaches and ringing or irritation in the ear. It is a pleasant and relaxing experience even for children. Approx 30 minutes duration. \ \ Aromatherapy\ Essential oils are used during your Remedial, Swedish or Sports massage session unless contraindicated. They are individually chosen for each treatment, bringing about a curative and restorative effect to the mental, emotional and physical aspects of your being. \ \