Treating Beyond the Pain

Client: Why are you treating that area when it’s not where I told you it hurts? Practitioner: Everything is connected! Pain is a complex sensation – firstly, it’s invisible, so how we feel pain is unique to the individual. Even the way we think about pain can change our perception of what we feel. But …

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Breathing

Understanding the Breath Breathing is a fundamental physiological process that provides our bodies with the oxygen needed for cellular functions and removes carbon dioxide, a waste product of metabolism. Despite its automatic nature, consciously controlling our breath can have profound effects on both physical and mental states. For instance, shallow, rapid breathing often associated with …

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Introduction to Stretching

There are multiple types of stretching but the 2 that will be referred to in this blog are:   Static stretching which involves holding a stretch position for a set amount of time (usually 15-60 seconds) without movement. It helps to improve flexibility and is often done after exercising to cool down. An example of …

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Pregnancy Care

What is pregnancy care and why is there so much we can offer? Pregnancy care starts long before birth. The journey through fertility sometimes needs support through lifestyle and dietary changes and with treatments that support conception. Then comes along the muscle strain, ligament tightness, fluid retention, discomfort when sleeping, fatigue, nausea, changing gait when …

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Dry Needling in July

Dry Needling is a therapeutic technique performed by qualified healthcare professionals, such as chiropractors or massage therapists who have completed additional training, involving the insertion of thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body known as trigger points or myofascial trigger points. Read on for more about dry needling and a special offer for …

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Why massage during winter?

Having regular massage during winter is a great way to support your body and mind to behealthier. With the risk of cold, virus and flu increased during these months, the activity youdo, the food you eat and the way you look after your body, really can make a difference. There are several benefits to a …

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