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Traditional Malaysian massages
Below are our list of body massage treatments available at Tanamera Wellness Spa Centres*
Tanamera Traditional Malay Massage
Tanamera traditional Malay massage is done the based on the village (kampung) traditions. Traditional "urut" (massage) combines stretching, stepping, long kneading strokes and pressure applied to every part of the body, from the head, face, abdomen, body to the toes of the feet. The ancient art of traditional Malay massage is a comprehensive and efficient therapy for relaxing the nerves and mind.
Traditionally done on the floor, the massage strokes are done sometimes gently and sometimes hard, depending on the masseur's judgment of one's body needs, and selected natural plants or herbal oils are applied during the massage.
Tanamera holistic massage
Holistic means 'whole' so this form of massage deals with clients as a 'whole'. The aim is to rebalance the body so it achieves homeostasis or balance. Holistic Massage has been known and used for thousands of years as one of the most beneficial ways of keeping the body free from stress and illness .
Holistic considers the complete person, mind, body and spirit and honors the fact that no one person is the same as another - so no massage should be the same either. The Holistic approach also take into account your therapist strengths and specialty. It can help to:
- Stimulate your body's natural ability to rebalance, rest and return to a more powerful vitality
- Increase your awareness of the relationship between body and mind
- Provide support for a chronic or serious illness
- Put you in touch with your spiritual self. Whatever the reason for your visit, Holistic massage could restore not just your sense of physical balance but also provide your mind with a much-needed respite.
Tanamera warming massage
Tanamera Warming Massage treatment uses a unique combination of Tanamera Warming Massage powder and Tanamera Warming Massage oil. This treatment is suitable for clients who need a quick "pick me up" without spending hours at the spa or salon.
A special traditional Malay massage blend adapted from an ancient Ayurveda method of combining oil and powder in a massage. The warming massage set utilizes a powdered blend of herbs and spices and specially formulated oil extraction of warming herbs. The powder, oil and warmth of the masseuse hands combined with body heat will create a massage experience you have never experienced before.
The Warming massage treatment eliminates bloating, stressed muscle, water retention, helps with lymphatic drainage and body contouring. The warming massage set can be used with traditional Malay massage or any massage technique that does not require much pressure on the muscle. The warming massage treatment also eliminates having to use body scrubs since the powder also act as a secondary exfoliant. Perfect for a quick pick me up for tired bodies.
Tanamera Warming Massage treatment detoxifies, helps ease body pains and muscle stress without vigorous strokes or deep tissue massage. Therefore it's a treatment that can be completed fast and without much fuss.
Tanamera bertungku
Bertungku is a traditional Malay compress technique used to compliment any form of massage especially Malay traditional massage. Bertungku is done with the use of heated river stone or iron cast equipment as the compress. The heated river stone/ iron tungku is then wrapped with various leaves with medicinal properties to help:
- Warm the body and relieve tired muscles
- Help reduce flatulence
- Improve blood flow
- Break up and release blood clots
- Tone the stomach
- Enhance healing of the body
Bertungku is commonly done during postnatal treatments but generally bertungku can be practiced on clients of all ages and sex. Bertungku can be done on all parts of the body, front and back, especially around the uterus, abdomen and thigh.
Tanamera herbal compress
A hot herbal compress massage is a truly unique experience in combination with a massage. Stretching, acupressure and hot herbal compresses combine to provide the utmost in muscular and mental relaxation. Tanamera hot herbal compress is derived from Ayurveda therapies and has been practiced for centuries. The blend of traditional herbs used in our herbal compress relaxes the body and mind, soothing sore and over-worked muscles, while at the same time working to invigorate the skin and boost energy levels. The added benefit of moist therapeutic heat infused with herbal essential oils being absorbed by the skin can do wonders for a weary body.
Hot compresses are also excellent for stiff, sore or pulled muscles and ligaments, back pain, arthritis, chronic pain or injury, disorders of the internal organs, skin diseases, migraines, and chronic stress or anxiety.
*Some treatments are available at certain spa centres.
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