Richmond Park Therapies

It’s quite common to feel sleepy, heavy, or emotionally washed out after a reflexology session. For many people, this can be surprising — especially if they expected to feel energised — but it’s usually a normal and short-lived response . In most cases, post-treatment tiredness is simply a sign that the body has moved into a deeper state of relaxation. What’s going on in the body? Reflexology is associated with activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, sometimes descr

Most people know that complementary therapies have valuable uses during  cancer treatment: easing some of the side effects of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiotherapy (such as nausea, fatigue, pain), providing comfort, calming stress, and lightening the emotional burden. But once active medical treatment ends, a shift is needed—from coping with illness to recovery, restoration, and rebuilding. That shift doesn’t always happen automatically; it often needs intentional supp

Beyond Muscles: A Different Kind of Massage When people come to see me, they often describe their bodies in mechanical terms: shoulders that feel “rock solid,” a neck that’s “frozen,” or hips that seem “locked.” It’s common to hear about muscles being “tight” or “like concrete.” Along with this usually comes the expectation that I’ll prescribe a “deep tissue” or “firm pressure” massage to force the tension out. But the truth is, I don’t see the body as something to be hammere

Improving swelling after a facelift with MLD Undergoing a facelift can be a transformative experience, but the recovery process brings...

Many 'lymph drainage' treatments only faintly resemble authentic MLD. While they might promise aesthetic benefits, it's crucial to distinguish them from the real deal to ensure safety and effectiveness if there's actually anything needing to be medically addressed. What is MLD? Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a specialized treatment that artificially moves waste fluid through the lymphatic system. Developed by Dr. Emil Vodder in the 1930s as a medical solution to fluid con

Lymphoedema of the left leg Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that causes swelling in the body's tissues, most commonly affecting the...

A Richmond Park Therapies, I take pride in offering a professional, transparent service—this includes how I handle gift certificates....

As we plough through January with its colder weather and continuing short daylight hours, it's essential to recognize rest as a...

Restore balance to your nervous system In today’s fast-paced world, stress can wreak havoc on our nervous systems, leaving us frazzled,...

In short... if you had a problem with muscle tension ahead of your massage, you should probably expect to feel some change in your...

As you approach the final weeks of pregnancy, it’s completely natural to start wondering about how your body will prepare for labour. One...

What is the best age for Baby Massage? Gentle baby massage can be done from any age. Many Eastern cultures use massage for babies right...

Although we spend approx. 1/3 of our lives asleep, most of us take for granted the value of a good night's rest, that is until we are...

Into the Future: Massaging the Older Child As a child grows up, their response to massage will change. It is important for you to adapt...

For those parents keen to start massaging their little ones before their Baby Massage course begins, here are some guidelines which might...

A study* published recently has shown that foot massage provided by mothers to their children 3x per week reduces the severity of ADHD...

Why is it so important for you to have a thorough health consultation with your new therapist before getting a massage or reflexology...

When you visit Richmond Park Therapies clinic, you'll notice some measures in place to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. Some might...

I'm delighted that Richmond Park Therapies is able to open again after lock-down, and am planning the following schedule: For the...

Writing this at the end of June 2020, I'm not surprised to be reporting that Massage Therapy & Reflexology have not been included in the...