Holistic Treatments Continue to Rise; Wood Therapy becomes a Spa Regular

As holistic wellness treatments continue to surge, it’s no surprise that wood therapy continues to rise in popularity. Now a spa regular, wood therapy massage combines the relaxation and rejuvenation of a traditional massage with modern techniques that treat all types of “problem areas” on your body. 

Aside from releasing muscle tension, feeling energized with a terrific massage, wood therapy also contours and tightens areas on your body while helping to reduce cellulite. Believe it, and learn everything about wood therapy below:

What is wood therapy?

Originated in Asia and made its way to Europe and North America, wood therapy, a form of holistic treatment that has been used for centuries,. Practitioners originally used rough tools to help treat pain and dive deep into muscle. With the reduced muscle development today, there’s been a movement towards modern wood therapy treatments with smooth, wooden instruments.

Technicians use a set of wooden instruments to apply direct pressure to arms, legs, stomach, thighs and buttocks. As these tools are glided along the “problem areas,” they manipulate muscle and fat. This allows the body to accelerate lymphatic drainage and stimulate blood circulation. As your body eliminates stored toxins, it will appear more chiseled and toned.

What are the benefits?

Wood therapy tends to accentuate body features as it helps eliminate toxins from the body. As you begin getting regular wooden therapy sessions, you’ll likely begin to see the following benefits.

• Non-invasive and natural treatment
• Improves lymphatic system
• Tones and defines the body
• Relaxes muscle tension
• Helps energize your body
• Stimulates lymphatic drainage and eliminates toxins
• Helps improve blood circulation
• Reduces cellulite

Does it hurt?

No, though it is common to feel a bit of discomfort as the massage technician applies direct pressure with their wooden tools, but that’s how you know the treatment is working.

How can I maintain my results?

If you love the results of your wood therapy treatment, which we know you will, you’ll need to regularly book appointments in order to maintain your expertly-contoured features. A monthly or twice-monthly wood therapy session doesn’t just help you relax and recharge, it brings you the most beautiful results that last long term. You can also include this in your daily home rituals to keep the area taut and to experience results year round.