Wood Therapy
What is Wood Therapy?
Wood therapy is a vigorous massage technique that utilizes wooden handheld tools, such as rolling pins and vacuum-suction cups. It is a centuries-old therapy that originated in Asia. It has been used in Japan for centuries, and it is said to have originated in the Edo period (1603-1868).
The wooden instruments are used to apply direct pressure to “problem areas” and essentially naturally eliminate cellulite/excess body fat. It is recommended for everyone, as a method for detox, deep tissue manipulation, fascia health, anti-cellulite, and sculpturing. You should note that a healthy diet and exercise program strongly enhances your results.
This treatment is a safe and effective way to contour the body with no harm to the skin or deeper tissues. It is more efficient than regular hand massage since the tools enable a deeper level of treatment while working on a larger surface area.
How is Wood Therapy Done?
Wood Therapy utilizes a vigorous massage technique that utilizes wooden handheld tools, such as rolling pins and vacuum-suction cups.
It impacts the lymphatic and circulatory systems. The major impact regarding the lymphatic system is the process of detoxification. Subsequent to this, the circulatory system is activated which helps move the toxins out of the system.
It is less painful than traditional manual anti-cellulite techniques except for Grade 3, which is used for severe cellulite. You may experience a bit of discomfort during your first few sessions because it is a new feeling for your body. Also, since everyone reacts differently you will work with your therapist to figure out the appropriate amount of pressure to apply (kind of like a regular massage too).
After a while, you will feel relaxed both during and after your sessions. This natural way of implementing repetitive movements with wooden tools to manipulate the stubborn areas of fat is surprisingly satisfying. With these tools there comes in hand several techniques your provider will use for a variety of effects including:
- Effleurage – for warming up the tissues or serve as a finishing stroke,
- Petrissage – typically follows effleurage to further warm muscle tissue, break up adhesion and help break apart and realign muscle fibers.
- Tapotement – a repetitive staccato like movement that facilitates the flow of the treatment to other body parts.
Maderotherapy is recommended for everyone, as method for detox, deep tissue manipulation, fascia health, anti-cellulite, and sculpturing. You should note that a healthy diet and exercise program strongly enhances your results.
The Tools of Wood Therapy
Types of Wood Therapy
Body wood therapy is a comprehensive treatment that aims to drain localized fat to reduce and shape the figure. In turn, it helps to reduce stress and muscle tension caused by poor posture or excessive physical activity.
This type of wood therapy aims to reduce physical pain caused by injuries or joint and muscle problems. It is essential that it is applied by a professional, as bad practice can be counterproductive.
One of the outstanding benefits of wood therapy is to reduce the presence of cellulite, both in the abdomen, as well as in the buttocks and thighs. This technique improves blood and fluid circulation to reduce the formation of cellulite.
In beauty or spa centers, the facial wood technique is used with the aim of firming the facial skin and improving its appearance. It is a gentle massage that improves circulation and leaves a smooth and toned appearance.
It is a technique widely used in aesthetic centers. With specific elements of wood therapy, the breasts are massaged to shape and tone. It is often accompanied by firming products.
Is a treatment for men and women and it is an alternative to many different therapies for neck, shoulder, chronic back pain, muscle inflammation, and other conditions where a relaxing massage is the preferred solution. It is very effective on individuals with chronic back pain, on athletes, and after intense workouts.
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