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09Sep

Hot Stone Massage

Kate Codrington

complementaryhealth, massage

Body

As the evenings start to be chilly and the longing for warmth starts to call, a hot stone massage is just the thing. As the name suggests, it is simply massage with hot stones, but what does this now ubiquitous treatment do?  What is it good for? Reduced tension in muscles Reduced muscle pain Improved range of movement A more intense massage Better circulation Reduced stress and tension Relief from pain associated with fibromyalgia, period pains or carpal tunnel.  What happens in a session? Once you have gone through the usual...
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04Sep

How the Alexander Technique Saved my Life

Daska Hatton

body, complementaryhealth, depression

Body

How the Alexander Technique helped Daska Hatton overcome depression, and what it could potentially do for you
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02Sep

Sports Massage

Kate Codrington

complementaryhealth, exercise, massage

Body

Sports massage no longer resembles the post-match ‘rub-down’ that Bobby Moore was familiar with; these therapists are among the most highly trained in physiology with a wide range of approaches to help anyone from occasional gym members to professional athletes. In fact sports and remedial massage treats anything to do with soft tissue, i.e. your muscles, tendons, ligaments or connective tissue, so postural problems can also be treated as well. What is Sports Massage good for? Maintaining or increasing your range of motion and flexibility. Shortening the time...
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26Aug

Rebozo Massage

Kate Codrington

complementaryhealth, massage

Body

The Rebozo is a cotton shawl traditionally used in Mexico, but since it’s crossed the Atlantic, it is the hot new thing in massage. Are you familiar with the sensation of rocking in a hammock? Rebozo creates the same dreamy, drifting feeling but it is focused on particular areas of your body. There are two ways your therapist can use it: To release tension from back, hips neck and shoulders To wrap and hold to create a cocooned holding. What does Rebozo massage treat? It is a great treatment for any situation where safety is...
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21Aug

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: An Invisible Illness

Megan Arroll

body, chronicfatigue, disability, health, illness

Body

The physical symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - constant exhaustion, muscle pain - can have a debilitating impact on sufferers daily lives.
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19Aug

How CBT Helped Me Change Bad Food Habits

Rachel Kelly

bingeeating, counselling, eating-disorders, nutrition, therapy

Body

How bad food habits can have a deep effect on your mood, and why CBT can help
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05Aug

Shiatsu Massage

Kate Codrington

complementaryhealth, massage

Body

Shiatsu is much more than just a massage. Tapping into centuries of Chinese medicine, this Japanese healing art treats everything from injuries to general symptoms of ill health. It is particularly good at treating stress related issues. What can Shiatsu Massage treat? Back and neck pain Whiplash Joint pain and stiffness Depression and low self-esteem Sports injuries Digestive problems Headaches Fatigue and burnout Menstrual problems Widely used in medical settings and charities, Shiatsu looks at all the layers of...
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29Jul

Pregnancy Massage

Kate Codrington

complementaryhealth, massage, pregnancy, women

Body

If there is ever a time you need a massage it's when you are pregnant. The average pregnancy weight gain is 12.5kg  and this can create all sorts of aches and pains that massage treats brilliantly, but here many other highly beneficial effects too.  What can pregnancy massage treat? Relieving lower back pain Giving you space to integrate the changes your body is going through Reducing anxiety Providing a neutral space to explore how you feel about your pregnancy Helping get better quality sleep Managing swollen feet and...
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25Jul

How Sports Protect Girls' Self Esteem

Terri Apter

anxiety, depression, exercise, women

Body

Dr Terri Apter explains how engaging in sports can improve the body image and overall confidence of teenage girls and help to reduce depression.
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22Jul

Myofascial Release Massage

Kate Codrington

complementaryhealth, massage

Body

Even if you don’t recognize the name, you will probably have already experienced Myofascial Release; as well as being a stand-alone therapy, the techniques are widely used by massage therapists, osteopaths and physiotherapists to manage pain and improve posture. Also called MFR, it is suitable for all postural related problems and can be successful for: Joint pain Back pain After surgery IBS Problems with periods Pelvic pain and incontinence Knee...
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