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Véronique Evrard explains some of her treatments.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a manual technique of relaxation originating in Japan. Shiatsu aims to improve relaxation whilst reducing tension and pains. It is also designed to increase self-awareness, breathing control and to help people generally take better care of themselves. Shiatsu is practiced on a tatami (small Japanese straw mattress of 3 cm thick) which is firm but comfortable. During the session you remain dressed, preferably in loose, comfortable clothing.
Shiatsu uses a technique of acupressure and (in the same way as acupuncture) concentrates on the Chinese meridians (pathways) as well as on some strategic energy points. It also involves concentrating on improving the process of breathing (correct breathing techniques are important to the success of shiatsu).
Stretching techniques are widely used during shiatsu; always with long, smooth movements and always with respect to an individual’s personal limits. Finally, joint mobility can be improved and following careful consideration of an individual’s needs, daily exercises can be recommended.
It is important to remember the longer a person has suffered from their anxiety or pains then the longer it will take to relieve them, perhaps requiring more than one session. A session generally lasts approximately 90mins.
Massothérapie
These massages are performed with oils and aim, above all, to be relaxing.
The muscular massage is practiced with high-quality arnica oil. It encourages the sort of muscular relaxation often associated with sports massage. This type of massage is recommended for anyone suffering from muscular tensions and particularly sportsmen or manual workers.
The draining massage is practiced with oil of birch. It helps to drain superficial fats, in particular cellulite.
The toning-up massage uses the oil of citrus fruits to stimulate energy. It is recommended in case of mental or physical fatigue.
The relaxing massage uses the essential oil of lavender (produced in our very own Quercy region). It encourages a general state of relaxation.
Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder method) this does not use any oils. It involves smooth but precise pressures applied on the ganglionic zones, to encourage the natural circulation of the lymph through the body. This treatment requires determination and patience and it may be that between 5 to 10 weekly sessions are required.
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