The Many Benefits of Swedish Massage:

Massage feels good. It is a pleasurable experience.

Massage increases your self awareness.

Massage reduces stress, tension and anxiety.

Massage greatly benefits the nervous system.

Massage relieves worries and makes you feel more centred.

Massage helps to improve your posture.

Massage provides caring and nurturing touch, something we may be missing in our lives.

Massage increases self-esteem.

Massage connects us with our emotions.

Benefits for the Respiratory System:

Massage improves breathing through relaxation.

Massage helps relieve congestion in the lungs.

Massage increases circulation, which in turn increases the absorption of oxygen.

Benefits for the Circulatory System:

Massage increases circulation.

Massage reduces swelling.

Massage lowers your blood pressure.

Massage speeds healing by increasing circulation and enhancing the immune system.

Massage increases the general feeling of well-being, helping one relax mentally and emotionally, benefiting the Heart.

Benefits for the Muscular System:

Massage increases blood circulation to muscles.

Massage speeds up recovery from injury as well as exertion and fatigue.

Massage relaxes muscles, reducing spasms, tension and cramps.

Massage loosens knots and fibrosis.

Massage provides a good stretch of the tendons.

Massage helps strengthen muscular tone.

Massage reduces muscle pain.

Massage increases strength.

Massage helps reduce muscular atrophy.

Benefits for the Skeletal System:

Massage increases range of joint movement (Range of Motion).

Massage reduces joint strain and compression through releasing tension.

Massage increases body awareness and improves posture.

Benefits for the Nervous System:

Massage helps to soothe the nervous system.

Massage relaxes the muscles, which reduces nerve tension.

Massage reduces emotional and mental stress and worry.

Massage can reduce joint compression and spinal pain caused by tension.

Massage can help nerves recover from injury.

Benefits for the Digestive System:

Massage can aid constipation by mechanically stimulating the intestine.

Massage increases urine moving trapped waste products in your muscles.

Massage reduces cramping in the digestive tract.

Benefits for the Integumentary System  (Skin, Hair, Nails) :

Massage helps skin tone and suppleness by increasing circulation.

Massage helps moisturize the skin with the thorough application of oils.

Massage helps with some skin conditions such as eczema.

Call (250) 713-3612 to book a massage appointment.

Gerry Bird – Custom Comfort Swedish Relaxation Massage – Premier Licensed Swedish Relaxation Massage – Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Senior Specials – Affordable Mobile Massage Specialist – Professional, High Quality – Home, Office, Spa, Resort or Hotel Room – Deals – Gift Certificates Available

Massage For Seniors

Swedish Massage has shown to manage and soothe the effects of ageing. Illnesses such as arthritis, aching joints, swelling and general pain can be alleviated through massage.

Swedish Massage has wonderful effects for seniors. Clients can have improvement in range of motion, posture, body awareness, mental awareness, skin color, and muscle tone. These techniques can also help enhance blood circulation, improve balance and flexibility, reduce the pain of arthritis, increase joint mobility, and encourage overall well-being. Caring touch benefits the emotional well being of seniors as well — a population at greater risk of suffering from depression.

Swedish Massage can add to the quality of a senior’s life, physically, mentally and emotionally. It is highly beneficial for seniors as it helps to reduce and relieve pain.

Gerry graduated from Vancouver Island University in 2012 as an HCA/RCA (Registered Care Aide). He is trained in providing care and support services to seniors and their families in many different settings … residential facilities, group homes, private residences and community facilities. HCA/RCA’s assist people with activities of daily living, including personal care, mobility, hygiene, restorative activities and home management.

Because of Gerry’s training he is aware of issues such as the physical changes seniors go through. For this reason, the techniques he uses during a massage will be tailored to each specific client.

Consider booking a session for yourself or someone you love, and make a difference in their life.

Senior’s Special Rates

An Additional 20% discount for Gerry’s Home Office Visits for Seniors

Call (250) 713-3612 to book a massage appointment.

Gerry Bird – Custom Comfort Swedish Massage – Premier Licensed Swedish Massage  - Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Affordable Mobile Massage Specialist – Professional, High Quality – Home, Office, Spa, Resort or Hotel Room – Deals – Gift Certificates Available

Custom Comfort Massage offers New Affordable RATES for 2012 in the Nanaimo and surrounding area of Southern Vancouver Island. For other locations, Please Inquire. Special Massage Deals offered to Seniors.

Regular, Mobile Service Rates-

(at your place)

• 30 minutes: $40.00*

• 60 minutes: $60.00*

• 90 minutes: $75.00*

  *Taxes included
  
  
  
  

Gerry’s Home Office Visits- 20% Discount

An Additional 20% off for Gerry’s Home Office Visits for Seniors

Call (250) 713-3612 to book a massage appointment.

Gerry Bird – Custom Comfort Swedish Relaxation Massage – Premier Licensed Swedish Massage Specialist – Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Affordable Mobile Massage Specialist – Professional, High Quality – Home, Office, Spa, Resort or Hotel Room – Deals – Gift Certificates Available

Gerry Bird: Biography

 Gerry Bird became Certified in Swedish  Massage in 1995 at the Calgary College of Swedish Relaxation Massage. 

He has worked doing massage at Gold’s Gym in CranbrookB.C. and Fairmont Hotsprings Resort in Fairmont, B.C. 

Since then, Gerry has run Custom Comfort Massage, an independent, business massage service. He provides Swedish Massage in Nanaimo, B.C. and the surrounding area. 

Gerry also graduated from Vancouver Island University in 2012 as an HCA/RCA (Registered Care Aide). He is trained in providing care and support services to clients and their families in many different settings … residential facilities, group homes, private residences and community facilities. HCA/RCA’s assist people, such as seniors, with activities of daily living, including personal care, mobility, hygiene, restorative activities and home management. 

Gerry Bird’s commitment to you:

“To provide a high quality massage service, with the respect that you deserve, honouring your body and your spirit. I will work with you to reduce your stress and your pain, stimulate your energy and help to release the tremendous potential within”

Call (250) 713-3612 to book a massage appointment.

Gerry Bird – Custom Comfort Swedish Relaxation Massage – Premier Licensed Swedish Massage  - Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Affordable Mobile Massage Specialist – Professional, High Quality – Home, Office, Spa, Resort or Hotel Room – Deals – Gift Certificates Available

Swedish Massage is the most common and best-known type of massage in the West. If it’s your first time or you don’t get massage very often, Swedish massage is perfect for you.

What are the benefits of Swedish massage?

• Mental and physical relaxation

• Decrease stress

• Improved range of motion

• reduction in muscle soreness and stiffness

• Increase blood Circulation

• Help restore muscle tone

• Increase joint flexibility

• Decrease chronic pain

What is a Swedish Massage?

Swedish Massage is performed by trained, licensed massage therapists. It can be slow and gentle, or vigorous and bracing, depending on the therapist’s personal style and what he or she wants to achieve.

Swedish massage involves the use of hands, forearms or elbows to manipulate the superficial layers of the muscles to improve mental and physical health. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of the massage.

Swedish massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber) and vibration/shaking. Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with soreness, back pain, sports injuries, muscle strains, arthritis, osteoarthritis of the knee, anxiety, depression as well as many other conditions. It has also been shown to be helpful in individuals with poor circulation. The development of Swedish massage is often inaccurately credited to Per Henrik Ling, though the Dutch practitioner Johan Georg Mezger adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes. The term “Swedish” massage is actually only recognized in English, Québécois or Dutch speaking countries. Elsewhere the style is referred to as “Classic Massage”.

What Happens During A Swedish Massage?

Before the massage, the therapist will ask you about any injuries or other conditions that he or she should know about. Things you would want tell a therapist include areas of tightness or pain, allergies, and conditions like pregnancy. You can also tell them up front if you have a preference for light or firm pressure. It’s best not to get a massage if you are ill.

After the consultation, the therapist instructs you how to lie on the table and underneath the sheet or towel — and then leaves the room. He or she will knock or ask if you are ready before entering.

You usually start by laying face down with your head in a u-shaped face cradle so your spine stays neutral. The therapist generally starts by works your back, using various massage strokes that include effleurage (gliding), kneading, friction, stretching and (sometimes) tapping.

The therapist lubricates the skin with massage oil and performs various strokes that warm up and work the muscle tissue, releasing tension and breaking up muscle “knots” or adhered tissues, called adhesions. Swedish massage promotes relaxation, eases muscle tension and creates other health benefits.

When he’s finished with the back, he works the back of each leg. When done with the back side, he holds the sheet or towel up and looks away while you turn over onto your back and scoot down; then he quickly covers you again. The therapist then massages the front of each leg, both arms, and generally finishes with your neck and shoulders.

If you only want 30 minutes, you can also ask him to spend more time on a certain area. If the pressure is too light or too firm, you should speak up and ask the therapist to adjust it. Swedish massage usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension.

Swedish massage is based on the Western concepts of anatomy and physiology, as opposed to energy work on “meridiens” or sen lines in Asian massage systems. Most people get a 50 or 60-minute Swedish massage, but 75 or 90-minutes gives the therapist more time to work the muscle tissue and achieve results.

Do I have to be Naked?

The short answer is, “No”. During a Swedish massage you are usually nude underneath a towel or sheet. The therapist uncovers only the part of the body he/she is working on, a technique called draping. If the nudity gets you out of your comfort zone and will prevent you from relaxing and enjoying the benefits of the massage, you can keep your underwear on, and many newcomers do.

Why is it called Swedish Massage?

Swedish massage is based on the Western concepts of anatomy and physiology as opposed to energy work that is more common in Asian-style massage. Both Swedish massage and physical therapy were pioneered by a Swedish physiologist, Per Henrik Ling (1776-1839) at the University of Stockholm.

In the early 19th century he developed a system called “Medical Gymnastics” which included movements performed by a therapist. These became the known as “Swedish movements” in Europe and “the Swedish Movement Cure” when they came to the U.S. in 1858. Today it is simply known as Swedis massage. Swedish massage is the foundation for other types of Western massage, including sports massage, deep tissue massage and aromatherapy massage.

Call (250) 713-3612 to book a massage appointment.

Gerry Bird – Custom Comfort Swedish Relaxation Massage- Premier Licensed Swedish Massage Specialist – Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Affordable Mobile Massage Specialist – Senior’s Specials Discounts – Professional, High Quality – Home, Office, Spa, Resort or Hotel Room – Deals – Gift Certificates Available

 - Certified and Insured -  Swedish Massage and mobile massage – Based in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, B.C. -Call (250) 713-3612 to book a Swedish Massage

Welcome to Custom Comfort Swedish Massage.

Gerry Bird is Certified and Insured in Swedish Massage. He provides a unique and professional service based in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

Receive your own custom designed massage session from a Certified and Insured Swedish Massage Specialist, in the comfort of your own location or in Gerry’s home office. Custom Comfort Swedish Massage is the highest quality Nanaimo massage service, using time-honoured Swedish Massage techniques.

Gerry makes office and home visits and if you are a tourist, Gerry will visit your resort, spa or hotel room, with your choice of table or chair massage. You can book an appointment in his home office for a  20% discount off the already reasonable rates. Seniors (60 years and older) will enjoy the convenience of home sessions at a 20% discount off the regular rates and an additional 20% (4o%) discount for visits in Gerry’s home office. There are so many benefits to Swedish Massage. Treat yourself today!

Serving Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum, Errington, Nanoose, Cedar, Cassidy, Ladysmith, Chemainus, Duncan, British Columbia. 

Benefits of Swedish Massage:

Massage feels good. It is a pleasurable experience.

Massage increases your self awareness.

Massage reduces stress, tension and anxiety.

Massage benefits the nervous system.

Massage relieves worries and makes you feel more centred.

Massage helps to improve your posture.

Massage provides caring and nurturing touch, something we may be missing in our lives.

Massage increases self-esteem.

Massage connects us with our emotions.

Benefits for the Respiratory System:

Massage improves breathing through relaxation.

Massage helps relieve congestion in the lungs.

Massage increases circulation, which in turn increases the absorption of oxygen.

Benefits for the Circulatory System:

Massage increases circulation of blood.

Massage reduces swelling.

Massage lowers blood pressure.

Massage speeds healing by increasing circulation and enhancing the immune system.

Massage increases your general feeling of well-being, helping you relax mentally and emotionally, benefitting the heart.

Benefits for the Muscular System:

Massage increases blood circulation to muscles.

Massage speeds up recovery from injury, exertion and fatigue.

Massage relaxes muscles, reducing spasms, tension and cramps.

Massage loosens knots and fibrosis.

Massage provides a good stretch of the tendons.

Massage helps strengthen muscular tone.

Massage reduces muscle pain.

Massage increases strength.

Massage helps reduce muscular atrophy.

Benefits for the Skeletal System:

Massage increases your range of joint movement (Range of Motion).

Massage reduces joint strain and compression through releasing tension.

Massage increases body awareness and improves posture.

Benefits for the Nervous System:

Massage helps to soothe the nervous system.

Massage relaxes the muscles, which reduces nerve tension.

Massage reduces emotional and mental stress and worry.

Massage can reduce joint compression caused by tension.

Massage can help nerves recover from injury.

Benefits for the Digestive System:

Massage can aid digestion constipation by mechanically stimulating the intestine.

Massage increases urine excretion by moving trapped waste products in your muscles.

Massage reduces cramping in the digestive tract.

Benefits for the Integumentary System  (Skin, Hair, Nails) :

Massage helps skin tone and suppleness by increasing circulation.

Massage helps moisturize the skin with the thorough application of oils.

Massage helps with some skin conditions such as eczema.

Call (250) 713-3612 to book a massage appointment.

Gerry Bird – Custom Comfort Swedish Relaxation Massage – Premier Licensed Swedish Relaxation Massage Therapist – Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Affordable Mobile Massage Specialist – Professional, High Quality – Home, Office, Spa, Resort or Hotel Room – Deals – Gift Certificates Available