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Onsite Massage

More and more companies are using on site massage as a way of improving the working environment for their employees to help improve employee retention and reduce sickness and absenteeism rates.

A report from the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) suggests that:

· The prevalence of work-related stress is increasing

· Stress has serious implications for organisational performance

· The proportion of sickness absence due to stress is estimated to be 40%

· 19% of employees leaving an organisation cite stress of the job or role as the key reason for leaving the organisation

Five Minute Angels helps organisations to look after the physical and mental well-being of their staff by offering a cost effective solution that demonstrates appreciation and commitment to each employee. On site massage leaves the individual feeling re-energised and over a period of time helps to improve productivity and employee engagement.

To learn more about the benefits on site massage can bring to your organisation call 0800 288 8673 or visit www.5minuteangels.com

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Onsite Massage

Modern day Seated Acupressure, also referred to as onsite massage, is a hybrid of the ancient Oriental massage arts of Anma and Shiatsu. Seated Acupressure is a meridian based therapy in which thumb, finger, elbow and knuckle pressures are used to stimulate many of the acupressure points on the 12 major meridians accessible on the back, arms, hands, neck, head and legs. This press and release technique helps to stimulate and balance the flow of energy or life-force throughout the body. In turn this stimulates the circulatory, muscular, nervous, immune and lymphatic systems and promotes the release of endorphins and important mood-regulating neurotransmitters, leaving the client feeling good in a relaxed, but energised and clearly focused frame of mind.

Traditionally, the basic sequence that is taught today lasts no more than 20 minutes, which makes onsite massage the ideal modality for the busy workplace environment where employees benefit from this quick, dynamic de-stressing therapy and can return to their desks buzzing with energy.

The clever, ergonomic design of an easily portable chair completely supports the client’s body in total comfort, allowing the practitioner easy access to the client’s acupressure points without removal of clothing or the use of oils. As a result, in many of today’s busiest environments such as airports, shopping centres, spas and fitness centres, seated acupressure practitioners can be found practising their fluid, choreographed sequence or ‘kata’ on a grateful and willing public. Throughout the last decade, increasing numbers of people have benefited from this amazingly effective therapy which is arguably, one of the fastest growing in the Complementary Therapy Industry.

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Office Massage

Office Massage – the manipulation of the soft tissue of the body – has been used as a healing therapy for many years, however the use of traditional massage techniques date back much further in history.

Records dating back to 2700 B.C. show that in China massage was used to treat paralysis, chills and fever. Hippocrates, the famous Greek physician writing in 400 B.C., recommended that physicians should treat sports and war injuries with massage and rubbing.

The ancient cultures of Japan, Egypt, Rome and Arabia all considered massage to be calming, soothing and relaxing, and also very important as a healing therapy. Now, in the 21st century, there are many different kinds of massage therapies available such as Office Massage, each of which offers specific benefits to the mind and body. In addition, there are some highly specialised Office Massage techniques which are specifically designed to meet the needs of clients at certain, very special times in their lives.

Office Massage uses either the therapist’s hands to manipulate the body’s soft tissue, especially the muscles. Not only does Office Massage feel great, Office Massage has also been shown to provide tangible health benefits which is great for both the recipient and their employers. These forms of specialised Office Massage can be used to treat a wide range of conditions including stress, insomnia and general aches and pains. Office Massage relieves the symptoms of stiff, tired joints, speeds up digestion and encourages improved circulation, promotes relaxation and improved sleep. Clients who have experienced these forms of specialised Office Massage report that they find the treatment soothing.

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Sickness is costing UK companies more than £1,000 per employee every year.

The figure for absenteeism is at least £662 per employee, according to Hewitt Associates, although this rises by as much as 60% once indirect costs such as lost productivity, overtime and recruitment are included.

The survey showed that many companies could be underestimating the extent of absenteeism in their organisation because less than two thirds of respondents said they properly record it.

Unsurprisingly, the biggest causes of absence were found to be flu, musculo-skeletal injuries and stress and depression. More than half of employers (56%) stress is an issue in their organisation – but only a third provide stress coaching for managers.

James Kenrick, head of UK corporate healthcare consulting at Hewitt Associates, said: “The report makes it clear that stress is predicted to be the main cause of employee ill-health in the next three years. If the UK economy worsens, stress levels can undoubtedly be expected to rise further, making this the biggest threat to employee health in the UK.”

Hewitt Associates, however, estimate that if employers implement employee wellbeing schemes such as office massage, gym membership or healthy eating programmes, they will see a return on investment of £3 for every £1 that they spend.

Kenrick added: “Reducing absenteeism is the ultimate goal for employers. To achieve this, they need to approach the problem of stress from a total health management perspective. This means collecting quality data on the reasons behind absenteeism and developing a co-ordinated programme to encourage good health in their workforce.”

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Office Massage

Office Massage could play an important role in companies across the U.K. as workers turn to alcohol, smoking and comfort eating to deal with the rising stress of their jobs, warns The Stroke Association and Siemens.

In a joint report, they found almost a quarter of staff (23%) said they would smoke more to deal with stress, while more than a third (34%) said they would drink more.

The worst sector for drinking was marketing, where 59% drink said they were drinking more than usual to combat the stress of their job. Having a masseuse provide regular Office Massage would certainly help, but may be only part of the solution.

The recruitment sector was deemed the most stressful, with 82% of recruitment consultants reporting regular stress. The legal sector followed closely behind with 78% of employees feeling the pressure.

Joe Korner, director of external affairs for The Stroke Association, believes that it is up to employers to do more to encourage staff to de-stress, especially through regular exercise. Otherwise, he warns, there could be dire implications for employees’ health.

Eating more to combat work-related stress was the answer for 43%. Just 13% take exercise to let off steam.

Korner said: “Stress is undesirable and responding to it in the wrong ways, for instance by drinking excessive alcohol, over-eating or smoking, can all lead to high blood pressure which is the single biggest risk factor for strokes. Stress is a major issue for people of all ages, especially those working in stressful occupations.”

For more information about Office Massage or to learn how onsite massage can help combat workplace stress visit www.5minuteangels.com

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Five Minute Angels, which specialises in office massage for employees and events, has been tasked with providing the UK’s most recommended bank, first direct, with its services.

Five Minute Angels has been providing first direct offices with professional office massage masseuses on a regular basis as part of the company’s policy to maximise employee well-being.

first direct’s People Experience Analyst Angela Parkes says: “first direct is renowned for its mission to pioneer amazing service for its customers and good employee engagement and motivation is key to that mission.

“Five Minute Angels’ office massages have helped with that, with employees commenting that they feel much more refreshed and energised after only a few minutes without the need to disrupt their busy schedule”.

The entrepreneur behind the business says he is not surprised that the business is taking off well.

He says: “Having worked previously for large multinationals, I recognised that stress and sitting for a long time in front of a computer had a significant negative impact on people’s well-being and performance. Our service provides a cost effective way “It’s not just about our Angels giving exceptional office massages – our unique focus ensures that the whole interaction is exciting, invigorating and most importantly, fun. We can also work miracles at corporate and social events, treating staff and guests to a office massage that cannot fail to impress”.

“Our prices start from £40 per hour per Angel and our most popular package is the ‘Angel Experience’ which consists of two of our Angels providing either 5, 10 or 15 minute office massages for a full day”.

See our office massage packages for more information.

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