Category Archives: massage

Back Pain

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I seem to have had a huge amount of people needing remedial massage treatments recently for sudden lower back pain. This is often a result of trying to lift heavy objects whilst reaching forward, for example pulling out heavy shopping from the boot of a car. This puts enormous strain on your gluteal muscles which can seize up as a result, and leave you unable to move.

If you need to lift anything heavy it is a good idea to manoeuvre it so that you are over the object and not leaning forward, then lift with your back straight and bend your knees.

If you are reading this post too late and you are in pain from this, then rest assured it is easily treatable with a deep tissue massage!

Stretching

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Stretching tight or well used muscles at home is as important as massage for keeping them in good working condition and reducing potential problems occurring with them.
Take just 5 minutes out of your day to hold a few stretches and you will see the benefits within a short space of time. A stretch must be held for at least 30 seconds to produce good results. Slowly ease yourself into a stretch, but keep it within your comfort zone. A stretch should not be painful, just a pulling of the muscle involved. After about 30 seconds the muscle will “give” a bit more and a true stretch is achieved.
Here is a link to some useful stretches to reduce common pain problems

FHT_Posture_Article.doc