Selection of SPA treatments
you deserve a special treatment
The
range of treatments on offer is vast with an amazing portfolio spanning
Aerobics to Zen treatments. To help decipher some of the confusing spa
terminology, you can browse through our lexicon of treatments to
understand more and learn how they can benefit you. Some of the more
specialist treatments are only available at a small selection of
properties.
A selection of spa treatments from around Hellas
Aerobics
A
form of exercise using the same large muscle group, rhythmically, for a
period of 15 to 20 minutes or longer while maintaining 60-80% of your
maximum heart rate. Aerobic exercise conditions the heart and lungs by
increasing oxygen available to the body and by enabling the heart to
use oxygen more efficiently. Many different forms are practiced from
Aqua aerobics in a pool using the support and resistance of the water
to step aerobics where a small platform is used to step on and off.
Aromatherapy
This
involves the application of fragrant essential oils during a variety of
treatments such as massages, facials and bodywraps. Different oils are
used to induce different therapeutic benefits. For example; Almond,
used for moisturising skin; Lavender, excellent for refreshing tired
muscles, feet and hands; Rosemary, helps combat water retention and
cellulite and Ylang Ylang, soothing and relaxing during times of
tension and stress.
Ayurveda
An
elaborate Indian medical science that uses a wide variety of techniques
to balance and heal the mind, body and spirit. This includes nutrition,
herbal medicine, massage, aromatherapy and meditation to bring about
harmony in the body. The treatment starts with a consultation during
which your body type (dosha) is determined. This will influence the
resulting diet, massage and herbal remedies that are prescribed.
Exfoliation
This
is where a skin treatment is given that removes the upper layer of dead
skin, leaving your body feeling fresh and invigorated. A variety of
techniques can be used, such as: salt scrub, body glow, brush &
tone, rub and loofah.
Fango
A
therapeutic clay mud, highly mineralised which may be mixed with oil or
water. This is applied all over the body as a heat pack to eliminate
toxins and restore tone and glow to the skin.
Herbal Wrap
Strips
of cloth, soaked in a heated herbal mixture are wrapped around the
body. Afterwards there is a period of rest. This relaxing treatment is
used to remove impurities and detoxify.
Homeopathy
A
form of medicine based on using the body's ability to heal itself.
Minute quantities extracted from herbs, plants and minerals are used
that cause symptoms much like those manifested by the disease.
Different tonics are matched to an individual's specific needs and used
to improve a range of conditions from joint pain to headaches.
Hydrotherapy
This
is the generic term for water therapies. Treatments include jet sprays,
mineral baths and underwater jet massage used to improve circulation
and skin tone.
Massage
Many
different types of massage are offered at the properties we feature. A
few of these are mentioned here: Sports - This is a deep-tissue massage
targeted specifically at muscles used in athletic activities; Swedish -
Incorporates gentle kneading and smooth strokes with the aim of deeply
relaxing your muscles to stimulate circulation; Thai - A balancing
treatment that works on the energy flows within the body to create a
sense of total well-being. Other types of treatment that involve
massage are illustrated here such as ayurveda and reflexology.
Reflexology
An
ancient chinese technique focussing on pressure points in the soles of
the feet and in the hands. Each point corresponds to a different organ
or system in the body. Manipulation helps to restore the flow of energy
throughout the body.
Sauna
A
dry-heat room that opens the pores and promotes sweating, thus
eliminating impurities from the body. Using a sauna can boost the
immune system, ease aches and pains and speed up the metabolism.
Steam Room
A wet-heat room that like saunas, helps deep-cleanse the skin, detoxify and relieve muscle pain.
Thalassotherapy
Thalassotherapy
comes from the Greek word thalasso, or sea, and is a treatment system
using fresh heated seawater which induces an exchange of minerals and
toxins between the blood and the water. As with thermal spas,
thalassotherapy centres benefit those with certain medical conditions
such as arthritis, and also those without.
Yoga
The
art of using postures and controlled breathing to stretch and tone the
body, calm the central nervous system and bring about a meditative
state.
Zen
By working
along the meridians (energy pathways) of the body, using supportive
pressure, touching on specific acu-pressure points, and rebalancing
your energy, Zen Shiatsu creates a feeling of deep relaxation as well
as renewed vitality.
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