Beauty and Health in Locarno
For the well-being of our guests we have prepared a comprehensive range of massage and beauty services.
Health is a valuable asset, that we all wish to possess. Massages are a wonderful way to get a little closer to this ideal. Give yourself a break, come along and let us pamper you at the Hotel America.
CLASSIC MASSAGE
The classic massage is a treatment manual mainly used as a preventive measure or as a remedy for the problems of the muscles skeletal system are exercised. In classic massage with hands stimuli of pressure and traction on the tissues and muscles . In this way it is intended on the one hand exert a direct influence on the body , stretching and relaxing the muscles , and thereby eliminating the painful affections caused by tension. On the other hand, the massage has a positive effect on body functions such as heart rate , blood pressure , breathing and digestion, thus promoting a general state of relaxation and well-being.
Ayurvedic Massage
The art of Ayurvedic massage therapy as health and prevention. The Ayurvedic massage has ancient origins in India, its rules are found in the ancient texts that form the basis of Ayurvedic medicine : the Sushruta and Charaka Samhita . The main purpose is to restore the body’s balance and maintain the physical and mental health, it is regarded as an excellent tool to combat stress and a valuable aid for the treatment of diseases, preserving vital areas of the body (called MARMA ), keeping them in good condition and has enhancing effects on the body’s natural defenses. One can safely say that ayurvedic massage is an ideal support to be associated with other kinds of traditional or alternative type of care.
DRAINAGE MASSAGE
Lymphatic drainage is a special kind of massage practiced in the areas of the body with an excessive reduction of the lymphatic circulation . A stagnation of the lymph itself can cause serious troubles in respect of the functions of the lymph : – DEFENSE – NUTRITION – WATER. Lest fails any of these above-mentioned functions , it is necessary to ensure the lymphatic system a constant speed of scrolling and the removal of any standing.
SHIATSU MASSAGE
The shiatsu massage techniques to rebalance have very strong : they are a specific remedy for mental tension and muscular , and have great benefits for anxiety and depression. Benefits of shiatsu back : can be made along the spine, vertebra or between vertebrae and the muscles that surround it. This type of massage is indicated for stressed people who suffer from insomnia or backache.
REFLEXOLOGY
Foot reflexology is essentially a form of massage that , through special incentives and compressions that are carried out on specific areas of the hands and feet ( the so-called reflex zones ) would, according to a statement by his supporters , to diagnose , prevent, and even treat certain types of disorders. The basic principle is that the reflex zones of the hands and feet would correspond to internal organs and other body parts.
SPICY WELLNESS
The Spicy Wellness involves the use of aromatic spices in the beauty and wellness. Prepared and combined in different ways the spices are used for the body through herbal baths , masks , body wraps and massages. Application of spices. Full body relaxing massage. A suitable mix of various spices and a technique that goes back to the Ayurvedic tradition are the basis of long-term treatment , pleasant and fragrant , that provides a complete mental and physical relaxation , the direct action of the active ingredients on the body is combined with the mechanical benefits of massage and the balancing effect of aromatherapy.
BREATH THERAPY
The Breath Therapy we propose is a powerful and holistic approach throughout breathing, it clears refreshed the subconscious mind and therefore solves permanently repressed emotions such as anger, fear, anxiety, guilt, creating more balance and clarity about the path of own lives. It connects us directly with the vital energy, strengthening the immune system and cleaning the destructive emotions and traumas of our past that are in the memory cell and have that much influence in our present life. Breath Therapy can be practice by people of all ages. The Breath sessions can be practiced in a personal/private or in a group.
THERAPY Chackra
Re-balancing of the chakras, the chakras are seven energy centers located along the body from the base of the spine coming to the top of the head . The balance of the chakras is also known by the English name Chakra balancing or chakra therapy where it is included in any form of therapy designed to facilitate the flow of vital energy known as Prana.
THALASSO THERAPY WITH OCEAN SEAWEED MUD
Great for purifying , decontrate , drain , and remineralize . In our wellness program we combine skilled care in every season according to the traditions of most ‘ancient . Great for spring / summer.
HEALING WITH FEET MASSAGE
Pedicure treatment, accompanied by a soothing foot massage , well-being that begins from the feet but is reflected in the whole body.