What’s the difference between a professional massage and a home massage?

Sep 25, 2018 | Blog

Why pay for a massage when you could have a massage from friends or family? Informal massages at home are a useful part of self care.  They can be very handy for relaxation and soothing tense muscles. A professional massage therapist will have studied anatomy,...

How often should I have a Massage?

Sep 18, 2018 | Blog

Are massages painful?

Sep 4, 2018 | Blog

It’s a common misconception that massage is painful, or should be painful in order to be effective.   The truth is that massage may be a little uncomfortable at times but it shouldn’t be painful.   It is normal to experience some soreness during...

5 Questions to Ask your Massage Therapist

Aug 28, 2018 | Blog

Choosing a massage therapist can be tricky.  There are lots of therapists to choose from, so how do you know who to trust and who will be able to help?  Try asking these questions when you book a massage. Where and when did you train? Most massage therapists will have...

What is therapeutic massage?

Aug 21, 2018 | Blog

Also known as ‘stress release’ and ‘holistic’ massage, therapeutic massage is your standard full body massage therapy. Therapists use a variety of massage techniques to release tension, stretch muscles, relieve stress and promote relaxation.   Therapeutic massage is...

How Acupuncture is used by Couples trying to Conceive

Feb 22, 2018 | Blog

Acupuncture is one of the UK’s most popular complementary fertility treatments. It is often used alongside IVF, typically with treatments pre and post embryo transfer. Acupuncture is also used by women trying to conceive naturally. The aim is to relieve stress,...