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CHAIR MASSAGE
(suitable for Workplace)
For anyone with Shoulders like Boulders !!
THE REAL COST OF STRESS IN THE WORKPLACE
STRESS = Absence, Poor Morale and High Staff Turnover
CHAIR MASSAGE = Physical and Mental Wellbeing of the Workforce
Sit there and let your stresses float away ! Relax and ‘Chill Out’.
Phil Hankin, Managing Director, Webasto Product UK Ltd, Doncaster
“I personally felt good, alert and motivated after the therapy, which took away mental tiredness. The company contribution of 50% and the short time away from their duty is far outweighed by the positive effect on the staff and the knowledge that the Company is taking positive actions to reduce the effect of stressful work. Staff often feel the pressure of work and workplace therapies relieve the symptoms of stress and have proved to be a positive contribution to the wellbeing of the staff at Webasto.”
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No oil is used and the massage is through light clothing.
Ideal for anyone people who spends time at a computer, desk or driving. A 30 minute treatment of back, shoulders, neck and arms to address all areas where aches, pains, tension and tightness occur.
Gentle, yet deep and effective massage as the forearm is used, spreading the deep pressure over a larger area so that tension is literally squashed out of the muscles in a painless way.
Massage releases stress-reducing endorphins and other mood enhancing chemicals within the body, which can make one feel more positive and give a feeling of well-being.
Advantages:
 Can be done anywhere - accessible
Client remains clothed
Simple and effective
Short duration of session
Holistic impact (physical and psychological benefits)
Can increase alertness and effectiveness at work
Can reduce anxiety levels
Can lift mood
Can lower blood pressure
Can aid sleep
Can reduce pain
Can improve circulation
Can enhance relaxation, well being and vitality
A great maintenance and preventative treatment
Muscle-based - releases and loosens muscles and structural tension so energy can flow freely
Positive feedback was received from all 12 participants, 9 of whom had not previously experienced any form of massage at all.
Here are a few quotes :-
 More energy
Lighter and looser
Shoulders don’t feel like boulders anymore
Happy and smiley
More refreshed
Great feeling of well-being
Vibrant and alert
Wonderful – really look forward to it
Had a better night’s sleep
Felt amazing
Could run a marathon
Headache lifted
Feel like on holiday
Calm and tranquil and relaxed
Pain in between shoulders gone
Walking taller
Life back in me
Relaxed and refreshed
Very light and floaty in body
Very enjoyable
Stress levels felt to go down and overall mood improved
If you’d like to experience some of these feelings – get a massage!
Clients reported improvements up to as much as 60% in all areas measured:- energy, aches and pains, looseness, work stress, morale, loyalty, wellbeing, stress at home, vitality, mood, sleep, relaxation, work performance, mental state, alertness and concentration, motivation at work
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Other interesting findings were:
77.5% said massage as part of an employment package would encourage them to stay or seek employment with that company.
71% felt massage could prevent absenteeism.
74% thought monthly was the ideal frequency for massage.
If massage was offered in the workplace, most employees would prefer the employer to pay, but 67% would be prepared to contribute towards the treatment, whereas only 32% would be willing to pay the full cost.
Ideal for the Workplace
Incorporate in your STRESS REDUCTION PROGRAMME
Sessions of chair massages can be booked for a minimum of 7 clients per session including one FREE treatment for the 'workplace co-ordinator' who assists in organising the therapy sessions. The cost is £20 per person and experience shows that a 50% contribution from the employer is ideal as £10 is usually affordable for the employee. Also, by prior arrangement other therapies can be adapted for the workplace, eg. Face Massage, Indian Head Massage.
Staff Incentive - Perhaps use as a reward for targets met or after completion of a successful Year End.
Be a forward-thinking company and look after the well-being of your most valuable asset.
Massage can:
Reduce stress and anxiety
Reduce back/neck/shoulder problems - great maintenance and/or preventative treatment
Reduce absenteeism and associated costs
Motivate staff, encourage staff loyalty and improve morale – Massage is a tangible way in which staff can feel valued at work
Improve work performance
Aid recruitment and retention of staff
SOME FACTS AND FIGURES:
The two main causes of absenteeism are Stress and Musculo-Skeletal Disorders (eg. back, neck, shoulder problems) according to the Health and Safety Executive.
Massage can help most musculo-skeletal problems and alleviates stress.
STRESS is thought to be the cause of up to 80% of common ailments. so alleviating it can have a positive effect on physical health.
Massage reduces workplace stress by 30%
(Shulman K A & Jones G E, The Effectiveness of Massage Therapy Intervention on Reducing Anxiety in the Workplace - Journal of Applied Behavioural Science Vol 32 Pt II pp 160-173)
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Maurice Fuller, Managing Director, CMF Consultancy Services Ltd, Doncaster www.cmfconsultancy.com
“As a company our staff take advantage of the services offered by Hayley Drakes and find the sessions very beneficial and her style of operation very professional. As an Executive and Management Coach I have no hesitation in recommending to our clients the benefits of taking on board the corporate services offered by Hayley.”
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Dr Julia Burne, Chestnut House Surgery, Thorne, Doncaster
“Our reception and nursing staff are always under pressure – there often isn’t time to deal with one task fully before having to attend to the next one. They manage to cope with this pressure – appearing pleasant, unflustered and competent. As employers we do not always remember to acknowledge how much stress the staff absorb – and offering the team a massage on a regular basis seems to be a very practical way of both recognising the problem – and trying to do something about it. All the staff appreciate the experience and the sense of being valued and, as their employer, I feel it has enhanced the team spirit within the surgery.”
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Sarah Barsby, Marketing Manager, Intastop Ltd, Doncaster
“Our company has taken advantage of the services offered by Hayley, we found her approach professional. Staff have said they felt much better afterwards with a more positive mental attitude and overall energy levels improved. We look forward to more sessions.”
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