Isla Therapies

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It’s time for myself and Isla, to say goodbye to Isla Therapies as you’ve known it.

After 3 incredible years, hundreds of hours spent helping you move better, feel stronger, and recover faster, I’m officially closing the clinic. My house sale completes this Friday, and with that, I’ll be setting off to finally live the dream I’ve been talking about for so long, travelling with Isla and working online.

To every single one of you who’s booked in, come back, referred a friend, or simply trusted me to help you, thank you so very much!
For your loyalty, your support, your friendship… and for letting me be part of your journey to feeling better. In all honesty, you’ve supported me just as much over the years through your stories, encouragement, and kindness.

It’s been a rollercoaster, but one I’ve loved every single minute of.

While Isla Therapies won’t be based in Retford anymore, I’ll still be in touch with everyone who has an upcoming booking to arrange a home visit before I head off properly in October.

Here’s to new adventures, and to the amazing people who made this chapter so special - all of you and I couldn’t be more grateful 🥹
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. 💚

Rebecca & Isla 🐾

Ever wondered if massage can support your spinal health?
This image shows the stages your spinal discs can go through! The good news? Massage can help at every step 💪

👉Normal Disk – Massage keeps things moving! Regular treatments help maintain flexibility and circulation, keeping your spine in top shape.
👉Degenerated Disk – Gentle massage boosts blood flow, helping nourish tissues and reduce stiffness. It won’t reverse degeneration, but it can ease discomfort.
👉Bulging Disk – Targeted techniques can reduce muscle tension around the area, giving that bulge a bit more breathing space and helping reduce referred pain.
👉Herniated Disk – While we don’t massage directly over the herniation, we can ease the surrounding tension and support your recovery alongside other treatments.
👉Thinning Disk – Less cushioning = more strain. Massage can help balance the muscles supporting the spine and reduce compensatory tightness.
👉Disk Degeneration with Osteophyte Formation – We work carefully here, focusing on comfort, reducing nerve irritation from muscle tightness, and supporting joint function.

If you’re dealing with back pain or disc issues, get in touch. Massage might not fix everything, but it can make a big difference in how you feel and move.

Text 07595166863 to book an appointment at Isla Therapies

Say hello to the newest addition to the treatment room… RockPods Glide!
Not just another gadget, this is a game-changer in how I support your body’s movement, recovery, and overall wellbeing.

You might already know I work with:
✔️ Soft tissue massage
✔️ Fascial release
✔️ Traditional static cupping
✔️ Massage gun therapy

Now I’m adding a new technique:
Glide Cupping, combining movement and suction to deliver targeted, dynamic results

Why it’s a brilliant addition:

😖Pain Relief
Helps alleviate muscular pain and discomfort by easing muscle tension and improving circulation to the area.

🤸‍♀️ Mobility & Flexibility
Improves tissue glide and reduces restrictions – ideal for increasing range of motion and loosening stiff areas.

☺️Improved Tissue Health
The gliding cups can soften scar tissue, stimulate blood flow, and promote tissue regeneration.

⚽ Sports Injury Support
Useful for anyone recovering from strains, training fatigue or general overuse – not just elite athletes!

🎯 Targeted Treatment Areas
From shoulders and neck to hips and legs – glide cupping can be tailored to focus on the areas you need most.

🚶‍♂️ Enhanced Movement Patterns
Helps your body move more naturally by restoring mobility and improving overall movement quality.

Curious to try it out?
This is now available as part of your tailored treatment, whether you’re here for post-work tension, injury rehab, or just a bit of self-care

Call or Text 07595166863 to book your appointment

Think sports massage is just for elite athletes? Think again.

These techniques are just as effective for everyone, whether you’re training hard, dealing with aches and pains, or simply trying to stay mobile and comfortable in everyday life.

Sports massage can help to:
✅ Ease muscle tension
✅ Improve flexibility & mobility
✅ Support recovery from injuries
✅ Relieve chronic pain & stiffness
✅ Promote better circulation and overall wellbeing

Common issues it can support include:
🌀 Lower back pain & sciatica
🌀 Neck pain & tension headaches
🌀 Sports injuries (including cramp, tennis/golfer’s elbow)
🌀 Frozen shoulder & general shoulder pain
🌀 Hip & knee pain (including osteoarthritis)
🌀 Fibromyalgia & rheumatic pain
🌀 Digestive & circulatory problems

And no, you absolutely don’t need to be a sportsperson to feel the benefits. Many of us deal with the effects of repetitive strain, long hours at a desk, work stress or everyday fatigue.

If you’ve ever stood up after a long stretch at the computer and felt the urge to stretch everything out, that’s your body asking for support. Sports massage helps you maintain flexibility, ease tension, and move through life with more ease.

📅 DM me or text/call 07595166863 if you’d like to book or find out more.



For anyone messaging over the weekend, please bear with me, I’ll get back to you as soon as I can!

Happy Friday you lovely lot and have a great weekend ☺️

Thanks
Bec & Isla 🐾

Got a trip coming up?✈️
If you struggle with sciatica, you’ll want to read this👇

Sciatica is more than just lower back pain — it’s a condition where the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back down through your hips and legs, becomes irritated or compressed. This can cause pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that radiates down one side of your body — often making sitting, walking, or even sleeping uncomfortable.

🚗 Long car rides, 🛫 hours on a plane, or just hauling bags through an airport can easily flare things up.

That’s where sports massage comes in. It helps by:
✔️ Releasing tension in tight muscles that may be pressing on the nerve
✔️ Improving circulation to support healing
✔️ Enhancing flexibility and movement
✔️ Reducing inflammation and discomfort

💆‍♀️ Booking a massage before your holiday can help prevent a flare-up and set you up for a much more comfortable, enjoyable trip.

Take care of your body now — your future self on the beach (or in the mountains!) will thank you 🌴⛰️

Call or text Bec at Isla Therapies on 07595166863 to book your pre holiday appointment

Sports Massage Myth Buster!

“Sports massage is only for athletes.” ❌
Heard this before? It’s one of the biggest misconceptions out there!

While sports massage was designed with athletes in mind, its benefits go far beyond the sports field. 👟💼💪

✅ Got a physically demanding job?
✅ Sit at a desk all day with a sore neck or tight shoulders?
✅ Hit the gym regularly or chase after kids and dogs?
Then guess what — sports massage is for YOU too.

It’s all about helping your body move better, recover faster, and feel GOOD doing the things you love. 💆‍♀️✨

Call or text 07595166863 and let’s see how Sports Massage can benefit you