Tess Orcino
PREGNANCY MASSAGE THERAPIST
SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE THERAPIST
BENGKUNG BELLY BINDING THERAPIST
FASCIA RELEASE MASSAGE THERAPIST
Tess has 2 decades experience in many different massage techniques and is skilled in adapting her treatment to the client’s unique needs. She uses a technique derived from Swedish massage which involves a firm but gentle pressure to improve circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, increase flexibility and create relaxation.
Tess is certified in Sports Massage, Reflexology, Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish Body Massage and Anatomy and Physiology. In addition, she is qualified as a General Beauty Therapist. For the last ten years, Tess has been employed as a massage therapist at the Four Seasons Hotel. Prior to that she worked at the Peninsula Hotel, the Mandarin Oriental and the Excelsior Hotel.
Therapeutic massage can be either stimulating or soothing depending on the technique, depth and speed of the treatment. It mobilises the soft tissues (muscle, fascia and lymph) to promote overall wellbeing by boosting the circulatory, lymphatic and neurological systems. This has numerous benefits in terms of stress relief, better muscle and skin tone, and a stronger immune system. It is especially valuable during and after pregnancy.
Pregnant women have often received ambivalent responses from the health community regarding the safety and purpose of massage during pregnancy, however modern investigation and research shows that prenatal massage therapy can be a very instrumental ingredient in women’s prenatal care. Studies indicate that massage therapy performed during pregnancy can reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labour outcomes and newborn health.
Another massage that we recommend during and after pregnancy is lymphatic drainage massage. Lymphatic drainage massage is excellent for decreasing swelling, especially of the lower legs, ankles and feet, a common ailment during pregnancy. It also boosts the immune system and helps the body to detoxify. This treatment is also especially effective after injury or surgery. In addition it can help to remove cellulite, improve sleep and give a greater sense of wellbeing.
Tess’s wide experience in the field of massage and her sensitive, holistic approach enable her to give each client a very personalised and effective treatment.
