Carol Thorneycroft

Carol has worked with therapies for over six years and has worked at various health spas including the Chewton Glen Hotel, Sandbanks Hotel and Carey’s Manor.

She is a qualified in a wide range of therapies including: Hot Stone Massage Therapy, Shiatsu, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Hopi Ear Candling, Reiki, Facials, Manicures & Pedicures.

Carol is available for treatments most days of the week by appointment

Hot Stones Massage Therapy

The powerful energies of stone massage are known to promote a harmonizing & cleansing affect thus allowing for a meditative state. Using the stones in conjunction with the hands directs the vital flow of energy through the body to areas, which are blocked. These stones are made of basalt rock, which comes from the larva of volcanoes. Hot Stone therapy can help in the treatment of for following problems:

Muscular aches
Pains
Strains
Rheumatism
Arthritis
Multiple Sclerosis
Fibromyalgia
Back pain
Insomnia

It also helps to improve circulation and can help reduce:

Stress
Anxiety
Tension
Depression

Cost: £60 Full Body (90mins) ● £40 Back, Neck & Shoulders (60mins) ● £30 Back, Neck & Shoulders (30mins)

Remedial Massage

Remedial Massage is a deep form of massage to bring the body back to normal balance. Ideal for sports injuries, arthritis, bad circulation, stress or general discomfort due to bad posture or strain.

Cost: £35 Full Body (60mins) ● £20 Back, Neck & Shoulders (30mins)

Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy Massage is the art of applying essential oils to suit individual needs. The oils work directly on the chemistry of the body, via the skin and bloodstream. Aromatherapy is suitable for people of all ages. Not only does the client receive the benefits of massage but also the wonderful relaxing and stimulating properties of the essential oils. Aromatherapy can treat many conditions such as depression, anger, stress and other related symptoms such as headaches and insomnia.

Cost: £35

Royal Thai Massage: Non-Traditional

A combination of Shiatsu, Aromatherapy & Swedish massage techniques to promote deep relaxation.

Cost: £45 (90mins)

Shiatsu

The aims of a Shiatsu treatment are to:

Improve the flow of body fluids
Balance the hormone system
Calm the nerves
Induce the release of toxins
Improve the functions of the organs
Encourage flexibility of the spine and joints

Cost: £35

Luxury Facials for Men & Women

The Luxury Facial includes:

Deep Cleanse using natural products
Facial Massage to loosen all the deep-seated grime
Gentle Exfoliation to remove the dead outer layer
Massage again to improve circulation and tone muscles
A Cooling Masque packed with minerals and moisturising agents is applied, which will feed and heal the tissues
Tonic to stimulate and refresh followed by a Moisturiser

Cost: £30

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage has been practiced for over 1000 years. It was originally developed by women who used various oils according to the season (coconut, sesame, mustard, herbal oils, almond and henna) to keep hair strong, lustrous and in beautiful condition. Indian Head Massage was developed for just the head area, but over the last twenty years the treatment has evolved by being extended from just working the hair and scalp to the face, neck and arms. The back and shoulders are vulnerable areas for the accumulation of stress and tension, using gentle but firm pressure on

these areas can help to alleviate problem areas.

There are many benefits to Indian Head Massage. Physical conditions it can help include:

Tension Headaches
Migraine
Eye Strain / Ache
Jaw Ache
Sinus Congestion
Neck and Shoulder Stiffness / Ache
Fuzzy Head
Insomnia
Skin Conditions
Digestive Conditions

Indian Head Massage increases the blood flow to the head, neck and shoulders, which nourishes the tissues and encourages healing. It also aids the elimination of accumulated toxins and waste products via the lymphatic flow, which can help to stimulate the immune system. Relaxes the muscle and nerve fibres of the head, neck and shoulders, relieves muscular tension and fatigue, which improves flexibility, posture and helps relieve tension headaches.

Cost: £20 without oils ● £25 with oils (30-40mins)

Ayurvedic Head Massage

This treatment is similar to Indian Head Massage but done lying down. Oil is massaged into the head, neck & shoulders aids and resolves sleep problems.

Cost: £25

Hopi Ear Candle Treatments

What is a Hopi Ear Candle?

The Hopi candle is not a candle as such, but a hollow tube made out of cotton flax. To stiffen the flax, they are impregnated with extract of honey and herb oils (in particular chamomile, sage and St Johns wort), the healing properties of which have been known to the Hopi tribe for hundreds of years. The making of the candles is a complex process and all genuine Hopi candles are made in the traditional manner.

What conditions can a Hopi Ear Candle treatment help?

Hopi Ear Candles have been found to help many ear, nose and throat problems including:

Tinnitis
Glue ear
Earache
Sinusitis
Itchy ear
Hearing loss
Wax removal
Catarrh
Stress
Migraine
Headaches

Hopi Ear Candle treatments wills also help to relieve pressure due to swimming or flying. Flying abroad soon?

Why not have a treatment before your departure and see what a difference it can make.

It is not suitable for those with perforated eardrums, where grommets are in place or those who may have an allergy to the ingredients.

It is a safe and gentle treatment for children.

The Treatment

The candle is placed over the ear orifice and ignited. It is only allowed to burn to within 4 inches of the end of the candle. As it burns it produces a gentle local heat. The warm air combined with the oil and herbs soften the wax and draw it into the base of the candle. The treatment is repeated on the other ear and then a facial massage is carried out, paying particular attention to the sinus areas

Cost: £25

Natural Manicures for Men & Women

For men & women revives those tired hands

Cost: £25

Luxury Pedicures for Men & Women

The Luxury Pedicure includes:

Toenails Cut
Hard Skin Removed
Foot & Leg Exfoliation
Pedi-Soak
Foot Massage

Cost: £25

Reiki Healing Treatments

Reiki is a well-known traditional form of Japanese hands-on-healing using Qi (chi) – universal energy – to treat energetic imbalances on all levels – physical, mental, spiritual and emotional. It is a very subtle yet powerful technique whether used alone or in combination with other holistic methods.

Cost: £35 per treatment ● £150 Prepaid Course of 5 (saving of £25)

Reiki Healing with Crystals for Chakra Balancing

Reiki Healing including the use of crystals for bringing extra upliftment and balancing energy to the chakras

Cost: £35 per treatment ● £150 Prepaid Course of 5 (saving of £25)

Reiki Healing with Colour Mirrors for Chakra Balancing

Reiki Healing including the use of the Colour Mirrors (colour healing bottles) for bringing extra upliftment and balancing energy to the chakras

Cost: £35 per treatment ● £150 Prepaid Course of 5 (saving of £25)

Traditional Reflexology

Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific energy zones of a patient’s feet by the practitioner, to pinpoint and treat health problems. If the flow of energy is blocked or out of balance, it could affect the part of the body related to that reflex area. Reflexology helps alleviate physical symptoms, promotes energy flow around the body and encourages good health.

Cost: £35