Massage therapy offers a drug-free, non-invasive and holistic approach based on the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Massage has many physiological effects, such as: Increases circulation, bringing enriching nutrients to the tissues and removing wastes for elimination. Promotes body awareness and reinforces the mind/body connection. Stimulates the lymphatic system, the body’s natural defense, against […]
Being a fibromyalgia or ‘fibro’ sufferer can feel miserable. There is no cure, so all you can do is learn to manage your symptoms as much as possible to try and avoid it impacting on your everyday life. This can be easier said than done. What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition which affects around […]
A migraine is more than ‘just a headache.’ Anyone who has ever suffered from the misery of a migraine will tell you that they can be anything from unsettling and uncomfortable to downright incapacitating. Not all people who experience migraines will get the classic headache – and some people don’t experience the headache every time. […]
So, you’re sitting in the spa waiting room, and the thought of the lovely massage you have been looking forward to all week suddenly gives way to a whole host of questions. If it’s your first massage, you might be a little apprehensive but there’s really no need to be. Although there’s really no such […]
A regular massage is often considered to be a treat, rather than a necessity. Most people believe that having a massage is good for aches and pains, or can help if they’ve overdone the exercise. Not everybody realizes that massage therapy is also a powerful painkiller that can even be used to help people with […]