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Massage Therapy

Californian Massage

California massage is a gentle, enveloping technique defined by long, continuous, flowing movements that travel across the entire body. Created in California in the 1970s, it has a strong emotional focus: it seeks to reconnect body and mind and to create a sense of comfort and care. A session lasts 60 to 90 minutes and usually uses oils.

Main benefits
Physical and emotional relaxation, Reduces stress and anxiety, Improves sleep quality, A sense of comfort and wellbeing
Typical duration
60 minutes
Frequently asked questions
How is it different from a regular relaxation massage?
California massage emphasizes long, continuous movements and the emotional side of touch, creating a more pronounced sense of continuity and comfort.
Is it a good fit for someone going through a hard time?
Yes. Because it feels so nurturing, it is often sought during periods of emotional stress, grief or anxiety, always as complementary support for wellbeing.

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Indications and contraindications

✓ Indicated for

  • •Stress and anxiety
  • •Emotional exhaustion
  • •Muscle tension
  • •Insomnia
  • •A need for deep relaxation

⚠ Contraindications

  • •Fever or active infection
  • •Open wounds on the skin
  • •Thrombosis (in the affected area)
  • •Allergy to the oils used

* Always consult your doctor before starting any therapy if you have specific health conditions.