How are you doing as we approach the end of January?   Have you suffered from any of the nasty viruses recently? I have been treating lots of clients recently with sinus problems and other virus related issues, so thought this would be a good time to recommend how you can support your immune system whilst there are so many bugs doing the rounds. Get some winter sunshine It is important to get out into the daylight to help with your sleep wake cycle. Getting over 8 hours of sleep per night helps the immune system to latch onto bacteria so they can fight infection quicker ..read more

As we approach the festive period with all the extra stress and busyness that comes this time of year, it is really important to remember to look after your physical and mental health.  Here are a few suggestions that can help you to stay healthy and enjoy the holidays. Mental health:  Sometimes all the excitement, extra work and seeing friends and family can become overwhelming. So make sure you take some time out for yourself, even if it is just excusing yourself for ten minutes to go to anther room or an hour to go for a walk alone. Tune into your body and take some slow, even br ..read more

As many of you know I am a Level One qualified MELT instructor and I am enjoying teaching many of my clients some simple MELT method techniques to do at home which enhance their Craniosacral therapy treatments. The founder of the MELT Method Sue Hitzmann, who is a craniosacral therapist, devised the method to give her clients techniques they could carry out themselves between treatments. Some of my clients have noticed that they can go longer between treatments since using the MELT Method. Whether you are recovering from an injury, an athlete who want to enhance your performance, someo ..read more

Although it is exciting to be going on holiday, the process of travelling can have an impact on your body. Whether you are travelling to a different part of the country or going abroad, here are a few tips to help you stay healthy. Remember to stay hydrated.  We often forget to drink water when we are travelling either because we don't have it readily available or because we might not be able to stop to use the bathroom.  However travelling especially flying can cause us to become dehydrated. Caffeine and alcohol can also cause dehydration so be mindful before you have a coffee and ..read more

WHAT IS FASCIA? Fascia is a 3 dimensional fluid based network that creates stability and connectivity in the body.  It surrounds, connect and supports our muscles, organs, bones, tendons ligament and nerves. It separates structures of the body like the segment of an orange.  It is not seen on MRI or Xray and is often disregarded. However fascia has 6-10 times more sensory nerves than in the nervous system so this is why when you have an injury or a restriction in your fascia it hurts and sends signals to your brain. It is found all over the body fr ..read more

With the A Levels, GCSEs college and university  exam season in full swim how are the stress levels? This can be a stressful time for students and those around them. Here are a few tips for helping the body physically and mentally during this time of intense study. When revising, every 20 minutes look away from the screen for 20 seconds to something 20 meters away. This helps the strain on the eyes and the brain. Remember 20, 20, 20. Every hour move the body, go outside, run up and down the stairs, or dance to some music. Aim to sip water throughout the day and the day ..read more

Did you know that  Craniosacaral Therapy is not only beneficial for babies but it is also great for Children and Teenagers. During these years young people go through so many changes in their physical and emotional development it is important to check in with their body to ensure it has the capacity to adapt to these changes. Does your child/teen find it difficult to concentrate, hold a pencil, hold themselves upright or fidget? Do they have problems with balance and co-ordination? Has your child been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, dyslexic or dyspraxia? Does your child have anxiety, sl ..read more

Hormones are chemical messengers that are transported through the body, delivering messages from our organs to our brain and vice versa. These chemicals coordinate different functions in the body by carrying messages to the organs, skin, muscles and other tissues. These signals tell the body what to do and when to do it.   Hormonal imbalance can cause insomnia, fatigue, irregular periods, hot flashes, mood swings, lack of focus, decreased libido, infertility, depression and headaches. Often, they can be the root of thyroid dysfunction, skin problems, hair loss, autoimmune disorders, weig ..read more

​How have you been over this winter period?  Have you suffered with any of the cold and flu viruses that have been doing the rounds?  There has been some nasty  throat infections and  Covid on the rise again.  So what can you do to maintain a healthy immune system? Maintain a healthy diet: Your diet should contain a variety of foods containing vitamins and mineral. Include garlic and vitamin C containing foods such as fruit and green vegetables to support your immune system.  Support your microbiome:  Remember from last mo ..read more

So what does gut health have to do with Craniosacral Therapy? In Craniosacral Therapy we work with the nervous system and I have previously written about the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems but did you know the gastro intestinal tract (GI) has its own nervous system call the Enteric Nervous system. The enteric nervous system regulates both digestive and absorptive processes and is located all along the GI tract from the mouth to the anus. The enteric nervous system connects with the central nervous system via the Vagus Nerve and other neural pathways. However it can also act ..read more