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Month: August 2016

Face Up First ?

Face Up First ?

My general approach regarding massage is to start with the client lying face down on the table and turn them onto their back during the session so that they finish lying face up. Occasionally this may change (eg for athletes with lower limb issues I may begin by working on their quadriceps/hip flexors) but for most of the normal issues that clients present then I start with them face down. For me there are a number of advantages and reasons…

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Massage and Cupping

Massage and Cupping

There has been a lot of chatter amongst massage therapists over the past week regarding the appearance of cupping marks on Michael Phelps during the Olympics. Cupping, for those who are not familiar with the technique is a form of alternative therapy where suction is locally applied on the skin using a vacuum generated within a cup. Check out the wiki page on cupping here The supporters of cupping have been quick to jump up and down at the potential…

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Sydney Clinic Massage

Sydney Clinic Massage

Whilst I only offer mobile massage in Sydney, I know for some people that having a massage at home is just not an option. For example, there may not be enough room, privacy may be an issue, there may not be parking available for me or you may not just be comfortable having a stranger in your home. I occasionally get calls from people who are not aware that I’m only available for home or Sydney hotel massage and there…

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