Richmond Park Therapies

What makes massage feel so nice, physiologically? Research Scientists have been massaging mice with little paintbrushes to find out... It...

In order to answer this, we really need to take in to account what has brought someone to get a massage in the first place. For those...

The line between 'I'm sure I'll cope' and 'I'll heal faster with rest'' is often blurry when considering whether or not to carry on as...

For when you feel anxious, stressed or unable to sleep. How does it work? By prompting the release of endorphins, the body’s natural...

Getting back ache occasionally, like getting a cold, is entirely normal. About 30% of the UK population reports a bout every year. If you...

October is ADHD Awareness Month! One of my sons has ADHD. It means he has difficulty with the mental processes around planning, focusing...

In the womb, amniotic pressure on a baby's skin stimulates the release of insulin, glucose & growth hormone. But born too early, a...

Most people fall in to 1 of these 2 categories: - Those who love Reflexology - Those who have not yet tried Reflexology To celebrate this...

What is your vagus nerve and how can you use its power for instant relaxation? Vagus is Latin for 'wandering', so the name is rather...

Our new gift certificates have arrived. Why not order one now for somebody who deserves a special treat? If you know the therapy, date...

Combined-research* has revealed that silence is a generative force for our brains. Mice exposed to 2 waking hours silence/day developed...

Why do massage therapists object to being called masseuses? What's in a name? Why “Masseuse” Isn’t the Right Word Anymore ‘Masseuse’ is,...

A new clinical trial on the effects of Reflexology on breastfeeding mothers of preterm babies indicates that it is effective in...

As statistically most of us will closely encounter cancer during our life time (either directly or via somebody we know well), access to...

"No pain, no gain": a terrible but prevalent falsehood in massage therapy. Many people enjoy deep pressure during massage, and say...

These are what your nerves look like. Fascinating aren't they? Muscular tension can put pressure on your nerves (just look how fine they...

Headaches:  Tension or stress-related headaches are the most common type for adults. If the pain is dull and feels like a tightness or...

If you are taking your car to be serviced more often than you are getting a massage, consider paying better attention to your most...

Anyone who has experienced that deeply calm feeling after a good massage understands that it significantly changes their outlook and...

Oh, our under-appreciated arms and hands... Gripping a steering wheel. Working a mouse. Hovering over your keyboard. Lifting the...