Massage therapy is amazing for self-care on all levels.

1. Massage on a physical level..

The healing art of Reiki..

I treated a lovely client today with a combination of Reiki and massage therapy.

Her body was in need of nurture, healing, comfort and time for her to let go...

fisiocrem is a topical pain relief cream for the temporary relief of muscular aches and pains. Based on evidence of traditional use of plant-based active ingredients of Arnica, Hypericum and Calendula that have been used for many years in traditional folklore and healing.

Arnica is probably one of the best-known herbs worldwide for its use in natural medicine.

Hypericum perforatum Commonly known as “St John’s Wort”, the oily extracts are bright red in colour from the active components, hypericin and hyperforin.

Calendula traditionally used to treat minor inflammation of the skin and minor wounds.

How Does RockTape Work?

When applied correctly, RockTape’s unique elasticity causes the skin to form convolutions and wrinkle. This decompresses the tissue immediately below the skin.  It is believed that this has three main effects:

• Fluid effect- improving blood and lymphatic flow in the taped area
• Mechanical effect- improving the slide and glide between tissue layers
• Neurological effect- altering the perception of pain and improving body awareness.

Key Benefits Of Using RockTape

Dry Needling Therapy Versus Acupuncture, What’s the Difference?

I have been in the practice of using dry needling for 3 years now. I find it to be the most effective tool I have used in my clinic and as a remedial massage therapist for 25 years. The use of an acupuncture needle is used to treat myofascial trigger points, hence the confusion I see with some clients that have previously experienced acupuncture.

The purpose of this article is to address the confusion and to differentiate difference between dry needling and acupuncture.

Dry Needling is a focused treatment for myofascial trigger points. Myofascial trigger points, are taut band in muscle tissues that can cause pain and mostly limited restrict range of movement in a particular part of the body, i.e. shoulder, hip, knee, lumber back etc.  When we experience restriction, we experience less mobility in our daily activities causing discomfort and pain.