Better understanding of our treatment (lexicon)
La Montagne Coupée presents its health chronic. You will find a multitude of practical hints on body care
offered by our professional health consultants.
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Are the body treatments refundable by my private group insurance? |
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Most individual or group insurance companies refund part or all of the massage therapy fees (sometimes with a doctor's prescription). The other body care treatments such as balneotherapy, algotherapy, fangotherapy as well as esthetics are non-refundable.
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I am allergic to seafood (iodine), can I still get a seaweed body wrap? |
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We generally offer customers with iodine allergies a replacement product for their body wrap such as chlorophyll which offers the same benefits as seaweed or violet clay, which moisturizes, drains and relaxes.
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What are the differences between the foot care treatment (fangotherapy), the foot beauty and the paraffin foot treatment ? |
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The foot care (fangotherapy) is a treatment for aching feet. We proceed with a foot exfoliation, apply Mount St. Michel mud (anti-inflammatory, pain relieving) followed by a 20-minute wrap before a 10-minute massage to each foot.
The foot beauty treatment is an aesthetic care consisting of a foot soak, an exfoliation, a gentle callus removal, a nail trim followed by a nail polish application.
The paraffin foot treatment may be taken alone or combined with the foot beauty treatment. It moisturizes and soothes dry feet and cracked skin on the heels; the feet are disinfected, a collagen-based cream covered with liquid paraffin is applied, it is left to set for 20 minutes before removing.
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What is the difference between a body peeling with exfoliating cream, with salts and an exfoliation ? |
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All 3 skin treatments have the same goal which is to remove dead skin cells that clog pores and prevent the skin from breathing, to shade off any skin irregularities or blemishes. The procedure differs depending on which products are used.
The body peeling with exfoliating cream is presented in form of a granulated cream that is applied to the body and left to penetrate a few minutes and then removed with small circular motions. Ideal for dry or sensitive skin types due to it's moisturizing elements throughout the entire exfoliation.
The body peeling with salts is a treatment which combines dead sea salts and essential oils applied by means of a skin massage, followed by a plastic body wrap covered with a heated blanket and left to rest for 20 minutes. The salts are removed either in a shower or a therapeutic bath. It is both re-mineralizing and energizing.
The exfoliation included in the Vitality Enhancer is performed with a mixture of 100% natural mineral powders. Applied on the body, it is left to dry before being removed with quick short strokes leaving a gentle exfoliation. It refines the skin.
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What is polarity? |
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Created by Dr. Randolph Stone, polarity arose from occidental disciplines (osteopathy, naturopathy, neurology) and oriental disciplines (acupressure, Ayurvedic medicine, element and chakra theory). No oil is used. Polarity is intended to harmonize the energetic circulation in the body. Light, medium and/or deep pressures are used to connect specific points to affect the energy currents and the magnetic poles. Receiving a polarity treatment is a subtle way to relax, to listen to ourselves and touch the essential. When the energy moves freely, a person is in contact with its full life potential.
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Hot stone massage. What is it ? |
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While the therapist is massaging your body with hot stones, other stones are gently positioned on or under your body to irradiate it with heat. This surrounding heat comforts and eases muscle stiffness, calms pain, activates the metabolism, favors the elimination of toxins in the body and produces a gentle exfoliation that will bring you to a state of calmness and peace of mind.
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What does our aromatic body care line consist of? |
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This line consists of high-performance body cares with essential oils as the main ingredients. Discover our 4 body care programs:
Relax aroma wrap (relaxation program)The Relax aroma wrap will rebalance your energies, evacuate the tension buildup and moisturize your skin to restore its softness and fineness.
Flow aroma wrap (circulation program) The Flow aroma wrap treatment triggers microcirculation, an invigorating effect is assured.
Tonic aroma wrap (firmness program) Pregnancies, those unwanted stretch marks, a recent weight loss and looser fitting skin? Thanks to the Tonic aroma wrap, your skin looks regenerated, tight and incredibly soft.
Detox aroma wrap (slimming program) The Detox care improves your silhouette and significantly reduces the cellulite effect.
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What are the benefits of the Smoothing Instant Radiance body wrap ? |
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The Thermal water-based moisturizing care treatment gives your skin a gentle radiance as it detoxifies and promotes cell renewal. It is recommended for all skin types and for both men and women.
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3 types of manicures and foot beauty treatments are available. Which one should I choose? |
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Lexicon
It can be a challenge to keep up with all the technical terms for treatments offered at spas. In order to clarify these terms and assist you in selecting a suitable treatment, please consult the following glossary:
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Back treatment |
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Lymphatic drainage and rolling massage are the special techniques used to rid your body of muscular tension and provide deep relaxation. This treatment is highly valued for the relief it provides from stress, notwithstanding the slight muscle soreness that can sometimes occur.
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Foot care/wax treatment |
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A pedicure, wax treatment and moisturizing treatment adapted to the needs of your feet.
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Lymphatic drainage |
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Lymphatic drainage is a very gentle massage technique using light circular pressure and without oils. It stimulates blood circulation and the action of the lymphatic system as well as strengthening the immune system and detoxify the body.
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Marine algae body wrap |
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A seaweed body wrap treatment renourishes the body with mineral salts and oligo-vitamins, nutrients which are essential for the proper functioning of the body. Combined with a therapeutic bath, the treatment is both relaxing and reinvigorating. Note that this treatment is not recommended for persons with seafood allergies; in such instances, moor mud is used instead of seaweed.
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Pressotherapy |
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This is done using an inflatable device enveloping the leg and delivering a gentle, alternating pressure to stimulate the circulation. This treatment is not advised for people who have previously suffered from phlebitis.
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Reflexology |
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Reflexology is a means of stimulating various organs of the body by neck, hands and feet massage, using focused pressure on specific reflex points on the soles of the feet and on the hands.
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Seated massage |
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This massage is done in an ergonomically designed massage chair, with your light, comfortable clothing left on. Shiatsu and muscle massage techniques relieve you of stress and rejuvenates those tired muscles.
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