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Why you need to start doing squats
Things like BMI (body mass index), blood pressure and waist hip ratio are often used to gauge a peson's health status and undoubtedly can be useful. But we rarely assess strength and mobility. Strength and mobility are super important at all ages. Especially in the...
Stay injury free when running
Since the gyms closed and the weather got nicer there seem to be a lot more runners on the streets. If you are one of them be careful you don't end up with running injuries. This blog aims to give you some tips to keep you injury free. Hopefully you will enjoy...
Why do my joints click?
"Clicking" joints are really common - we have all heard a clicking or popping sound as we have got up from a chair or bent our knee . Are clicking joints serious? If your joints make a clicking noise but there is no pain, stiffness, swelling or signs of inflammation...
Valentines Day Gift Vouchers Available
Valentines Day gift vouchers are now available. Looking for a unique gift for a loved one this Valentines Day? Why not treat them to a pampering massage with an award winning massage therapist? Anna from Relax Therapies has won the Top 3 Best Rated award 4 years in...
The top aromatherapy oils for January
January can be a depressing month! This blog post is about how you can use aromatherapy to reduce winter blues and feel your best. Why do we feel so bad in January? We tend to overindulge over Christmas and end up feeling bloated and sluggish. It's dark and cold...
Why Sitting too long is bad for your health
You go running three times a week and lift some weights at the gym. So it doesn't matter you spend 8 hours a day sitting at a desk in work right? Wrong! Even if you do exercise - spending lots of time sitting raises your risk of many health issues. Muscular pain The...
Relax Therapies Win award for fourth year running!
I checked my email this morning and did a little jump for joy as I got an email from Top Three Best rated to let me know I have been chosen as one of the top 3 Best rated therapists on Wirral for the fourth year in a row! Top 3 Best Rated choose the best businesses...
Is your smartphone the cause of your neck pain?
Neck pain seems to be getting more and more common and a major cause of this is the modern lifestyle and this has led to the term "text neck syndrome". What is "Text neck syndrome"? Nowadays we (myself included) seem to spend more and more time looking down at our...
Self care tips for Wintertime illnesses
It's that time of year when people start catching colds and various viruses. What can you do to help yourself? Is it safe to go for a massage when you are feeling under par? When should you cancel your massage appointment? Self Care Tips for Getting Better Faster We...
Why massage makes the perfect gift!
Stuck for gift ideas? How about a massage gift voucher? Some people never get around to me-time, maybe because they are too busy with work or looking after family. A massage is an hour away from all that and time to relax and unwind. Or what about those people who...
Massage for People with Cancer
Many people worry about whether or not you can have massage if you have had cancer or are having cancer treatment. I have recently completed a 3 day intensive course in Oncology (cancer) massage. This blog is to explain some of the benefits of massage for cancer...
7 Easy daily habits to stop back pain
Most of us will get back pain from time to time. Here are some easy daily habits to take up to reduce your risk of back pain Look at your footwear High heels are often a culprit in back pain. Ladies try to keep them for nights out and special occasions only and wear...
Can I have a massage if I have Diabetes?
Is it safe to have a massage if you have diabetes? In this series of blog posts I am looking at various conditions and if massage can affect them. (Read my earlier post about skin here) In the UK around 6% of the population have Type 2 diabetes (the most common type)...
Can I have a massage if I have a skin condition?
Some people are nervous about massage or have concerns that they may not be able to have massage due to a medical problem. Over the next few weeks I am going to write a few blogs about some of the more common questions and this week I am starting with your skin! I...
How to build a strong core
I've asked David of Chape Fitness to write a blog on core strength and he gives some simple exercises you can do at home without any special equipment. What is the core? The area of the body, which is commonly referred to as the core, is your midsection and it...
Plantar Fasciitis – what it is and what you can do about it
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia (the connective tissue on the sole of your foot). The main symptom is pain in the heel and sole of foot when walking. It's always worse first thing in the morning or after you have been sitting for a while but as...
Aromatherapy and Fibromyalgia
I have lots of experience using Aromatherapy massage with clients with Fibromyalgia (FM). This blog is about how aromatherapy and massage can help relieve the symptoms and improve well being. What is Fibromyalgia? The main symptoms of FM are: constant aching in the...
Can you get cashback on your massage?
Are you in a cashback plan such as Medicash or Healthshield? Some of the therapies I offer are covered under their schemes so you can claim back the cost of treatment. Check your policy to see what you are covered for! My Qualifications and Professional Memberships...
what is the rotator cuff?
What is the rotator cuff? The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles which keep the head of your upper-arm bone (humerus) in your shoulder socket. It helps raise, lower, and rotate your arm, keeping the shoulder stable and safe throughout these movements. There are 4...
Essential oils for relaxation
Aromatherapy or essential oils are extracted from plants and have a powerful aroma. Smell has a powerful effect on the emotions - think of a cake baking in the oven or the scent of a flower - how does that make you feel? In addition to the affect on the emotions...
How stress affects the body
I am delighted to introduce the bestselling author Jo Howarth. Jo is writing about stress and how it affects our well being and what we can do to help ourselves. How does Stress affect us physically, emotionally and behaviourally? Stress gets a bad press. None of us...
Massage is for dogs too!
I'm delighted to have a guest blog today from Hayley Hilton who is a canine massage therapist based in Warrington/Manchester. Dogs can benefit from massage as well as people! Hayley explains why therapists don't only treat the area that is painful - this applies to...
Could Piriformis syndrome be the cause of your Sciatica?
what is sciatica? The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body running from the lower back all the way down the legs. Sciatica occurs when the this nerve is irritated or inflamed. The symptoms are pain, tingling, and/or numbness felt along part or all of the...
Magnesium and your muscles
Magnesium is a mineral essential for our body to function properly. It's essential for over 300 different functions. Some of the things it contributes to are: muscle function - controling neuromuscular function (how the nervous system "talks" to muscles)muscle...
5 conditions massage can help with
People always associate massage with muscular pain or relaxation but did you know there are lots of other reasons to book yourself in? Here are just five. irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Most people don't think massage has anything to do with their digestion. How can...