Geriatric massage - massage for the elderly
The Benefits of Geriatric Massage
Massage therapy for seniors has been proven to have
positive effects on:
had less pain and stiffness and improved physical function
over the course of a few months.
Massage therapy keeps muscles, connective tissues, joints, tendons and ligaments
more fluid and even less injury-prone in the long run.
Try incorporating massage into your healthcare routine to see what benefits and relief you begin
to experience yourself. Massage therapy offers numerous benefits to the entire body.
It helps ease joint and muscle pain, and can even reduce the increased levels of stress that tend to come
with aging. The massage techniques utilized for seniors include lighter, gentle stroking and kneading
as well as application of pressure to specific points on the body.
Even the most gentle massage has proven effects on the nervous system and blood circulation,
two of the most vulnerable systems of the body that feel the effects of aging.
Soothing hand motions help improve blood circulation, especially in diabetic feet, and
relieve muscle tension while relaxing the body and mind.
Book in advance at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981
Claudia's practice, at the heart of CO. Laois, offers a nurturing, safe environment where you can feel at ease,
release and relax knowing that you are in safe and expert hands!
Pamper yourself with this beautiful therapy that will improve your life and well-being.
This is your time!
Please book your appointment with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981 - Ballinakill, Co Laois
Massage therapy for seniors has been proven to have
positive effects on:
- Pain due to osteoarthritis. A study showed that seniors who
had less pain and stiffness and improved physical function
over the course of a few months.
- Sleep habits and quality of sleep. Seniors who receive
- and for longer lengths of time. This results in an overall feeling of better health as the body is being allowed more time to repair itself.
- Agitation due to Alzheimer’s disease. Studies have shown that slow-stroke back massage on Alzheimer’s patients helps alleviate some of the agitation expressions that come with the disease, like wandering, pacing and resisting.
- Alleviating depression. Touch has been proven to provide comfort to the elderly- especially since so many
- Physical and mental relaxation. Massage has been shown to decrease the unhealthy buildup of cortisol,
- Quicker healing from injuries or illnesses. As we age, our joints and muscles tend to tighten, which can
Massage therapy keeps muscles, connective tissues, joints, tendons and ligaments
more fluid and even less injury-prone in the long run.
Try incorporating massage into your healthcare routine to see what benefits and relief you begin
to experience yourself. Massage therapy offers numerous benefits to the entire body.
It helps ease joint and muscle pain, and can even reduce the increased levels of stress that tend to come
with aging. The massage techniques utilized for seniors include lighter, gentle stroking and kneading
as well as application of pressure to specific points on the body.
Even the most gentle massage has proven effects on the nervous system and blood circulation,
two of the most vulnerable systems of the body that feel the effects of aging.
Soothing hand motions help improve blood circulation, especially in diabetic feet, and
relieve muscle tension while relaxing the body and mind.
Book in advance at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981
Claudia's practice, at the heart of CO. Laois, offers a nurturing, safe environment where you can feel at ease,
release and relax knowing that you are in safe and expert hands!
Pamper yourself with this beautiful therapy that will improve your life and well-being.
This is your time!
Please book your appointment with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981 - Ballinakill, Co Laois
Top 10 Benefits of Massage Therapy for Seniors
- Increases blood flow to limbs: Good circulation can become increasingly difficult as we age, and
massage therapy really helps the flow of the blood into the limbs.
- Improves balance and gait: Due to massage’s ability to increase blood flow to the limbs,
it helps to improve proprioception, or the sense of relative position of body parts,
thus improving our balance and reducing our chances of falling.
- Softens hard muscles and tissues: Massage helps to soften muscles and tissues
by increasing blood flow to the areas and ultimately reducing overall muscle tension.
- Produces feelings of caring and comfort: Many seniors are touch-deprived due to the loss of a spouse or partner.
The touch of massage really helps them to relax.
- Stimulates the nervous system: Massage therapy releases endorphins, hormones and
neurotransmitters that are beneficial for the functioning of the nervous system,
including serotonin and dopamine (the happy hormone).
- Eases stroke recovery : massage therapy stimulates affected areas, focusing on anything that might be paralyzed.
- Increase flexibility: Massage therapy softens up tight muscles and joints, enabling a wider range
of motion in the activities of daily living.
- Improves sleep – The relaxation benefit of massage extends well beyond the massage table aiding a better sleep.
- Immune support: Massage releases a lot of toxins and greatly supports the functioning of the immune system.
- Relieves arthritic pain: Massage helps to relieve the burning conditions.
Focusing on increased blood flow to the joints and warming affected areas has proven benefits in pain relief for those suffering from arthritis.
Book a massage for your love one with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981
With more than 39 years of experience in the field and a Sports Science Degree plus my background as a Gymnast Argentinean Champion you can be sure that you are in the best hands!
Book in advance at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981
- Increases blood flow to limbs: Good circulation can become increasingly difficult as we age, and
massage therapy really helps the flow of the blood into the limbs.
- Improves balance and gait: Due to massage’s ability to increase blood flow to the limbs,
it helps to improve proprioception, or the sense of relative position of body parts,
thus improving our balance and reducing our chances of falling.
- Softens hard muscles and tissues: Massage helps to soften muscles and tissues
by increasing blood flow to the areas and ultimately reducing overall muscle tension.
- Produces feelings of caring and comfort: Many seniors are touch-deprived due to the loss of a spouse or partner.
The touch of massage really helps them to relax.
- Stimulates the nervous system: Massage therapy releases endorphins, hormones and
neurotransmitters that are beneficial for the functioning of the nervous system,
including serotonin and dopamine (the happy hormone).
- Eases stroke recovery : massage therapy stimulates affected areas, focusing on anything that might be paralyzed.
- Increase flexibility: Massage therapy softens up tight muscles and joints, enabling a wider range
of motion in the activities of daily living.
- Improves sleep – The relaxation benefit of massage extends well beyond the massage table aiding a better sleep.
- Immune support: Massage releases a lot of toxins and greatly supports the functioning of the immune system.
- Relieves arthritic pain: Massage helps to relieve the burning conditions.
Focusing on increased blood flow to the joints and warming affected areas has proven benefits in pain relief for those suffering from arthritis.
Book a massage for your love one with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981
With more than 39 years of experience in the field and a Sports Science Degree plus my background as a Gymnast Argentinean Champion you can be sure that you are in the best hands!
Book in advance at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981
Every person is unique and I offer a place where you will find support and warmth
as you enjoy a safe journey for healing and re connection with your higher self.
You have the potential to achieve or restore optimal physical and emotional well being.
Through different holistic therapies you can heal your energetic body preventing
pathology associated with stress and traumas that we store in our body through our life
and ultimate help you live the life you deserve. A life of peace, health and joy!
My name is Claudia Gutierrez originally from Argentina,
I am a Reiki and Massage Theraphist and Access Bar Practitioner.
Also a Meditation and Louise Hay Facilitator, Life Coach,
which provided me with empowering tools to continue transforming
my life and help others do the same.
With Degree in Sport Sciences and Physical Education,
I have been working as a Yoga, Fitness and Physical Education
and Therapy for 38 years so you are in safe hands!
Originally from Argentina, although I have been living in beautiful Ireland for sixteen years.
I have always loved exercise because of its great health and mental benefits, so I pursued a career in Sport Sciences
& Physical Education, followed by innumerable training courses, where I studied different approaches to exercise
as well as Anatomy, Kinesiology and Physiology in depth.
In addition, I am a former gymnast who represented Argentina in several international competitions
and I have coached several champions as well.
While working as a PE teacher, I came to yoga and I immediately realised that yoga and energy healing
was the point where my natural talent for exercising and my passion met.
Through the practice and teaching of yoga and the knowledge gained
in my training as Life Coach and Louise Hay facilitator I found my true best self.
Yoga, Positive Affirmations and Meditation made me dwell in the depths of energy and healing.
I started investigating about body energy, Reiki and Chakra Healing and I notice the immense power of transformation
that all these techniques combined can create in ourselves.
These practices allows us to access, heal and transform our emotions as well as our body.
and has definitely helped me deal with stress and become a more stable human being.
I would love to share with you all the tools that helped me to transform myself
and move forward to a better place where you can enjoy the life that you want!
You can book your appointment with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie or 085 763 7981 Ballinakill, Co Laois
My vast professional experience and my own long, inner journey,
allow me to offer you a nurturing, safe environment where you will feel
at ease, able to focus inwards and to calm down your mind
while balancing and strengthening both your physical and subtle body.
Every person is unique and I offer a place where you will find support,
warmth and the guidance that suits your own needs and wants.
Remember that your health is your responsibility and that you have
the potential to achieve or restore optimal wellbeing.
Reiki Healing cand align your energetic body
will prevent pathology and will help you live the life you deserve.
A life of peace, health and joy.!
You can book your appointment with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie
or 085 763 7981 - Ballinakill, Co Laois
allow me to offer you a nurturing, safe environment where you will feel
at ease, able to focus inwards and to calm down your mind
while balancing and strengthening both your physical and subtle body.
Every person is unique and I offer a place where you will find support,
warmth and the guidance that suits your own needs and wants.
Remember that your health is your responsibility and that you have
the potential to achieve or restore optimal wellbeing.
Reiki Healing cand align your energetic body
will prevent pathology and will help you live the life you deserve.
A life of peace, health and joy.!
You can book your appointment with Claudia at info@yogafitness.ie
or 085 763 7981 - Ballinakill, Co Laois