Andrea Duncan

Important to be aware of this 'hidden' infection

How prevalent is Bartonella in people who have Lyme disease? Many folks with Lyme also have Bartonella, which can severely complicate diagnosis and treatment..

Well, this is interesting. It's not news to many that relaxation stimulates the vagus nerve and promotes well-being whilst reducing chronic issues, but still, it's nice to see the research

Nerve stimulation promotes resolution of inflammation The nervous system is known to communicate with the immune system and regulate inflammation in the body. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet now show how electrical activation of a specific nerve can promote healing in acute inflammation. The finding, which is published in the journal PNAS, opens n...

This article is very interesting for Fibromyalgia affected people, and is perhaps a developing train of investigation that looks at ways viruses and our immune system responses can cause long-lasting symptoms. Wouldn't it be fantastic if effective treatment were finally available?

Fibromyalgia may be a condition of the immune system not the brain – study New research challenges widely held view of the condition and could pave way for better treatment

This article shows research that is helping us understand how a virus may cause long-lasting symptoms

COVID and the brain: researchers zero in on how damage occurs Growing evidence suggests that the coronavirus causes ‘brain fog’ and other neurological symptoms through multiple mechanisms.

Great news!! From April 12th we're back to being able to offer sessions for everyone, whether you need treatment for a specific issue or just fancy a massage. So please feel free to contact me on 07815458951. I'm at the Magnolia Therapy Centre Tuesdays through to Fridays.

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NHS expands use of device that zaps away cluster headaches gammaCore gadget delivers low-level electrical current to block pain signals

Remember I can still offer sessions during lockdown, specifically for medical reasons, such as for pain and mobility issues as well as other health conditions, including for support with mental health. So, please do get in touch if you really need a treatment! I'm hoping we get to the point where anyone can book a session as lockdown restrictions are lifted. For reassurance, I received my first vaccination some weeks ago, and I check with everyone who attends that they're as sure as possible that they're Covid-free. We're working within accepted safe practices.

Interesting findings on inflammation and depression

Immune cells found in the brain are behind the depression experienced in inflammation Special immune cells found in the brain, microglia, play a key role in the processes that make you feel uneasy and depressed in correlation with inflammation. This is the conclusion of a study using mice. The results suggest that microglial cells contribute to the negative mood experienced during se...