& Relax Massage Therapies

After 14 years of working as a massage therapist, I've now completed an incredible three-year journey to achieve my BTEC Level 6 in Advanced Clinical & Sports Massage.

As part of the qualification, I completed a research study investigating the effectiveness of Advanced Clinical & Sports Massage in the treatment of persistent musculoskeletal leg pain in runners.

My research found improvements in:

✔️ Reduced pain ✔️ Improved tolerance to running loads and sustained running capacity ✔️ Increased weekly running mileage
✔️ Benefits maintained at the 4-month follow-up

Completing this qualification has reinforced my commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-informed practice, so I can continue providing the best possible care for my clients.

If you're struggling with persistent leg pain that's affecting your running, I'd love to help. Feel free to get in touch or book an appointment to see how Advanced Clinical & Sports Massage could support your running.

Massage for Marathon Training

Are you training for an upcoming spring marathon or other running event?

As your training progresses, runs become longer and more demanding, placing increased pressure on your muscles and joints. You may start to notice tightness, fatigue or longer recovery times between sessions.

Sports massage can play an important role during marathon training by:
✔️ Supporting muscle recovery
✔️ Improving circulation
✔️ Reducing tightness and soreness
✔️ Reducing the risk of niggles turning into injuries

Regular massage can help you stay consistent with your training and help you feel more prepared as race day approaches.

Think of it as part of your training plan - not just a treat 🙌🏻

📩 Get in touch to book or discuss how massage can support your marathon training

Runners with leg pain - I need your help!

I'm looking for participants for a research study as part of my final dissertation in Advanced Clinical and Sports Massage.

If you:
- Run regularly (ideally at least twice per week)
- Have had persistent leg pain for 8+ weeks
- Are over 18 and not currently receiving treatment for your leg pain

You could benefit from 6 clinical massage sessions (worth £360) for just £125 as part of this 16-week study in Hartwell, Northamptonshire.

Study starts Mid July 2025

Scan the QR code or message me to find out more.

For any of my clients and local friends who'd be interested in taking up running please see details below of the next 'Running for Beginners' schedule led by Robert Burgess. This is how I first got into running 9yrs ago and I'd highly recommend 😊

Are you struggling for gift ideas this coming Mother's Day? 🎁

Say 'thank you' and show your appreciation with the gift of wellness. Treat her with a massage gift voucher and let her escape to a world of ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation 💆🏻‍♀️

Every massage treatment can be tailored to meet her individual requirements 💝

Gift vouchers can be purchased by treatment type or monetary value. Visit my website for the full list of treatments available 💻

www.andrelaxmassage.co.uk

What is the Jing Method?

A simple infographic to explain how I utilise the Jing Method™️ to help my clients who are suffering with chronic pain conditions

Visit my new website to see how clinical massage can help to treat your chronic pain conditions

Low Back Pain Clinic - Thursday 23rd February

As many of you are aware I'm currently about a 1/3 of my way through a year long course in Advanced Clinical Massage Therapies which focuses on treating chronic pain conditions. Over the coming weeks/months I will be running specially priced clinics focusing on particular pain conditions. The first of which is low back pain.

On 23rd February I will be offering 90 minute appointments at a discounted price of £40 for any low back pain issues. This appointment will allow me to put into practice the new treatment methods I've learnt using the Jing Method and will cover a full and thorough consultation, postural and range of movement assessment, and 60 minutes of treatment. You will also be given aftercare advice including some exercises/stretching to follow up with at home.

The low back pain clinic will be particularly beneficial for those people who suffer with chronic low back pain or any of the following:
- Herniated or slipped disc
- Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) dysfunction
- Facet Joint Irritation
- Piriformis Syndrome / Sciatica.... and many more.

If this is of interest to you and you're willing to support me in my continued learning then please get in touch.

Appointments are available at the following times:
9.15am
11.15am
1.30pm

Thanks, Jacqui