Welcome to my little corner of the internet. If you've ever read the Five Love Languages, you know what I mean when I say my language is gifts. If you haven't read it, basically, the book says everyone feels love in slightly different ways: some people like verbal affection, others prefer touch, gifts, time or acts of service. When you have someone in your life who really understands your language, it makes everything feel just a bit better. A few years ago, I had a friend who intuitively knew my love language, and she was always surprising me with little gifts – my favourite was one afternoon when she "kidnapped" me and took me to get a massage. If you know someone who loves gifts, check out the ideas in my blog. I want to guide and help people who need ideas and inspiration. Enjoy reading.
Massages and Other Personal Treats as Gifts
Four massage techniques that may be used by a physiotherapist
22 December 2022
Physiotherapists use a range of treatments such as exercise and education. They may also use massage to help with your joints and muscles. This is very different from a traditional massage which is intended for relaxation. Here are some of the massage techniques that your physiotherapist may use. Active release technique This technique is often shortened to ART. It is intended to release the tension in your muscles or tendons that may be causing trouble.
Want a Massage Session with Incredible Results? Here Are 3 Things You Should Do
23 December 2020
Massage therapy has many health benefits, from stress relief to improved sleeping patterns. It also helps people suffering from muscle pain and injuries speed up their recovery. However, you can only access the full benefits that come with massage sessions when you find a professional masseuse and prepare well beforehand. Typically, the quality of the massage you get has something to do with the amount you are willing to pay for it.
2 Reasons Why Pilates is a Great Pelvic Floor Exercise for New Mums
28 August 2017
If you've recently had your first child and you're concerned about keeping your pelvic floor in shape, one of the best exercises you can do is Pilates. Pilates is an exercise that focuses on your core muscles (those which form the powerhouse of your body), including the muscles in your pelvic floor. It's a calming, low-intensity form of exercise, making it ideal for mothers to try after childbirth or a caesarean section. Here are 2 ways Pilates can help your pelvic floor.
What Conditions Can You Treat Using Shockwave Therapy?
23 March 2017
Shockwave therapy is pure evidence of the technological advancement that has taken place in the field of medicine and physiological therapy. In this technique, high-energy percussions are transmitted to an injured area. The pulses stimulate metabolic activity that heals injuries by breaking down calcific fibroblasts and scar tissues. Notably, shockwave therapy is very effective and non-invasive in the sense that no cuts and internal scans are required to stimulate the body's healing process.
Massage These Trigger Points to Help With Pain From Flat Feet
8 August 2016
If you have flat feet and you pronate, your ankles roll inward as a result of your arches being flat. This can translate into a lot of pain and pressure in your ankles, shins and calf muscles as well as your feet and arches. However, trigger point massage can help you release some of that tension. Wondering which trigger spots you should focus on? 1. Ankle Pain If you have pain near the back of your heel and ankle, there is a trigger point just above the Achilles' tendon.