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Spa Treatment Glossary

Spa Treatment Glossary - A

Abhayanga

is soothing massage performed by one or two therapists who drizzle warm herbalized oil on the body, then massage it in with brisk, often long and flowing movements.

Acupressure

unblocking energy by stimulating particular pressure points on the body using fingerpoint massage.

Acupuncture

an ancient Oriental healing technique based on Taoist philosophy. The aim is to balance the energy meridians to permit the body to 'heal itself '. A relatively painless technique, acupuncture can be administered using needles, low-voltage electric current (electro-acupuncture), or through pinpoint massage (acupressure).

Affusion

also known as a Vichy Shower, affusion uses jets of sea water to massage the body at variable strengths. Can be combined with a manual massage

Alexander Technique

is method of re-educating the mind and body to improve movement. The focus is on applying the appropriate amount of energy for each activity in order to improve posture and balance, and to eliminate stress-inducing habits.

Algotherapy

application of seaweed or algae

Anti-Aging

product or treatment that combats or defends against the aging process.

Aqua-aerobics

aerobic exercises in a swimming pool using the buoyancy and resistance of the water.

Aromatherapy

use of essential oils from natural sources in an ancient practice of pressure-point massage. The inhaled aroma induces relaxation.

Asanas

name for the positions adopted in yoga

Ayurveda

an ancient Indian practice using herbs, essential oils, nutrition, massage and meditation to balance mind and body.