Seated Acupressure Massage – the perfect antidote to workplace stress

Work related stress and back pain costs UK industries billions of pounds each year in sick days. We offer a popular, inexpensive healthcare solution in the form of Seated Acupressure Massage

By looking after the health of your employees, sickness absenteeism is reduced, staff will feel valued and your company will reap the benefits of a happier, healthier and more productive workforce. Seated Acupressure Massage is therefore the perfect antidote to workplace stress and stress related illnesses.

What is Seated Acupressure Massage?

A dynamic and effective treatment performed through the clothing without the use of oils or creams makes it ideal for the working environment. The massage targets the back, shoulders, neck & head, as well as the arms and hands. These key areas are often affected by stress and tension as a consequence of employees being desk bound or through repetitive use of a keyboard and mouse. Using pressure point work your therapist will ease this muscular tension. The treatment is both calming and invigorating; afterwards employees feel revitalised, ready to tackle the challenges of the day with greater focus.

Benefits to your company by providing Seated Acupressure Massage.

A healthy and happy workforce makes for a great working environment helping to reduce staff absenteeism. By positively engaging in the welfare of its employees, an employer demonstrates an active commitment to practical health and safety stress management.

No employer wants a sluggish workforce, where morale is low. Seated Acupressure Massage can greatly improve an employee’s concentration and boost energy levels. Providing an enhanced workplace, where staff feel valued and motivated, can increase productivity and reduce costly staff turnover.

Seated Acupressure Massage is cost effective overall. The value of pounds spent is immediately felt and seen by both employees and the company.

 

Stress related ailments that can be improved with Seated Acupressure Massage.

  • Backache and sciatic pain
  • Muscular tension
  • Repetitive strain injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Insomnia
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome

How long and how often?

We find that 20 minute appointments are particularly popular as this enables an employee to have a healthy break from their desk but treatments can last anything from 10 minutes to half an hour. Your therapist is flexible, fitting in with your working hours and taking breaks when convenient with you.

Regular treatments have a positive cumulative effect, helping to reduce an employee’s susceptibility to stress and anxiety, and preventing minor conditions developing into more serious illnesses. We will tailor our service to the needs of your company, be that on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.

 

Setting up Seated Acupressure Massage in your company is straightforward.

All that is required is a little space in which to carry out the massage. The therapists will bring their own equipment. An online booking system is operated enabling employees to book directly with the therapist. Promotional posters will be provided. Individuals will be given an information and consultation form to complete and bring along to their appointment.

Cost Effective

An investment in the well being of your staff makes sense when you consider that in 2014, the median annual cost of sick days per employee was £609*

Contact us for a quote, to find out how cost effective our service is.
*CIPD absence management survey 2014.

 

Peace of mind

Your therapist is professionally trained and qualified in Anatomy, Physiology and Massage, (City & Guilds and International Health and Beauty Council), Indian Head Massage (Vocational Training Charitable Trust) and Seated Acupressure Massage (City & Guilds). In addition to these Massage Therapy qualifications, your therapist is qualified in Beauty Therapy and Electrology (C&G and IHBC).

 

Book Your Free Taster Session

We are confident about the benefits of Seated Acupressure Massage. So why not try before you buy! To give you an idea of the stress relieving benefits, we will visit your office and provide free 20 minute massages for up to 5 of your employees.

To find out more, request a quote or book an appointment email info@victoriahunt.co.uk
or call 07703 571 444

Source: Labour Force Survey – Office for national Statistics 2013
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