Treating Frozen Shoulder
In the early “freezing” stage the shoulder is very painful and the client will often “carry” or hold the arm close to them to support, protect & limit movement.
The Vagus Nerve
The connection between the gut and brain is called the “gut-brain” axis and the vagus nerve is responsible for the slower response of the parasympathetic nervous system “rest & digest” as opposed to the “flight or flight” response of the sympathetic nervous system.
Hot Stone Fusion
What is Hot Stone Fusion & why is it so effective? Hot Stone Fusion is a relaxing and very effective treatment which combines a deep massage using basalt stones and remedial massage. The stones are an extension of the therapists hands and are actively used rather than just placed onto the body. Basalt stones are […]
Headaches and Migraines
There are many different types and causes of headaches which vary in severity but can all be very debilitating. The main types of headache are: Migraine- Throbbing pain at the front or one side of the head. Nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to noise & light. Can last from several hours to many days. Hormonal – Many […]
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a complex & challenging condition to manage and the range of symptoms, sometimes random and seemingly unrelated, are vast. Fibromyalgia (FMS) is regarded as a “syndrome” in other words, a collection of symptoms. FMS is mainly characterised by pain, chronic fatigue and sleep disturbance. Prevalence of this condition in the general population is […]
