July 9, 2024 | Emma Brackstone
Why do so many pregnant women suffer leg and foot cramps?
Having had the opportunity to work with a number of pregnant women, providing the support of Pregnancy Massage I can honestly say that just about all of them at some point has complained of leg and/or foot cramps. Why is this such a common complaint for expectant mothers? The answer is “the baby”. That might […]
February 1, 2024 | Emma Brackstone
Your guide to preparing yourself for your first massage
Its crazy to think, but some people have never had a massage! Self-conciousness can keep many people away from the massage table but rest assured your massage therapist has seen people of all shapes and sizes. Birthmarks, moles, body hair, tattoos and scars are all part of the job and no-one is going to notice the extra […]
July 17, 2023 | Emma Brackstone
Should I get a massage when I’m sick?
Some might think that massage while you have a cold could be a good idea. Massage does boost the immune system and relieve your tension. However, when your body is already fighting off a virus due to a cold or flu, a massage can actually make things worse. Massage increases circulation throughout the body. […]
August 31, 2022 | Emma Brackstone
Massage For Office Workers: Should Office Workers Get Regular Massage?
It may not seem like it, but working in an office and sitting at a desk for an extended period of time is a strenuous activity. Office work can really take a toll on your body, physically and mentally. In our clinics, we see 100’s of office workers who are stuck at a desk, staring at a computer, with a phone […]
November 11, 2021 | Emma Brackstone
Massage for Headaches
In today’s busy world its not unusual for many people to spend 8-10 plus hours working in a day. That puts a lot of physical strain on the body and the mind. Its not uncommon for this to lead to tight shoulder and neck muscles causing tension headaches. They are niggling and uncomfortable and in […]
September 10, 2021 | Emma Brackstone
Can massage assist in weight loss?
There’s no question that massage makes you feel great; even deep-tissue, sports massages. Massage relieves stress, aids recovery from physical activity or injury and even reduces anxiety, but can it help you lose weight? Research shows that massage can have a positive effect on your muscle-building capabilities and fitness levels, which in turn increases your capacity […]
August 10, 2021 | Emma Brackstone
Massage Improves Post-Workout Recovery
A 10-minute massage improves your rebound time after a training session. Next time you finish one of those “I’m going to be sore for days” endurance workouts, try a quick massage. Your friends may mock you as a lightweight, but you could be helping your muscles recover faster. In a recent study, researchers put 11 young, […]
July 30, 2021 | Emma Brackstone
There is a reason there is an “ahhh” in massage
There is a reason there is an “ahhh” in massage. Everyone knows massage is a great way to relax tense muscles and relieve stress. And you might guess that with such a demanding job, medical professionals often suffer from both. However, it appears that massage has some additional medical benefits that are pretty profound, making […]
July 22, 2021 | Emma Brackstone
Drink water?
How many times have you had a massage and at the end the therapist has said “drink plenty of water”? Its something that most of us have heard and I think we can all agree it is a good idea to drink water anyway but why is it so important after a massage? Massage in […]