Bigsky Therapies - Sports Therapy/Complimentary Therapies

18/01/2026

If you have contacted me lately, from my website...please check your Junk Box for my email reply.
Unfortunately sometimes my emails end up here! 😳

07/01/2026

Vagus Nerve Massage should be part of our Healthy Lifestyle.

Have you ever wondered what HRV is on your smart watch??? Heart Rate Variation
This is a measure of the tiny, natural fluctuations in the time interval between your heat beats. It is an indication of how well your body is managing Stress, Recovery, and overall health.

 Higher HRV generally indicates that your body is in a relaxed, “Rest & Digest” state and is resilient & adaptable to stress.

 Lower HRV often suggests your body is in “Fight & Flight” response, potentially due to Stress, Illness, Poor Sleep, or Overtraining/Fatigue

What is Vagus Nerve Massage?
All face up..Its a combination of auricular acupuncture or massage, light massage to the neck, throat & upper chest, abdomen and feet and along with deep, slow breaths enhances the effects of the massage and stimulates and Vagus Nerve, a critical component of the parasympathetic nervous system.

Benefits of Vagus Nerve massage can include:
• Promotes relaxation and reduces stress
• Enhances parasympathetic nervous system activity
• May improve digestion and nutrient absorption
• May reduce inflammation and pain throughout the body
• Supports healthy heart function and blood pressure
• Boosts mood and mental well-being
• Enhances immune system function
• Alleviates symptoms of anxiety and depression
• Improves sleep quality
• Enhances overall sense of well-being
Message me for more details and to book – annierichardson.org.uk

25/12/2025

Wishing all my clients past and present a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with a huge thankyou for all your support. Whether we worked together years ago or are currently in the middle of a treatment plan, your trust in my care is what makes my work so rewarding.
In a couple months I will have been practicing as a Sports Therapist for 9 years, qualified as a PT 26 years and thrilled to be celebrating 2 years in my new studio in Ampleforth. It is a privilege to help you move better, recover stronger and reach your physical goals.
My journey continues as in 2026 I will add Level5 Integrated Nutrition and Health Coaching and once completed , I will go on to study for the Level 6 Nutrition.
Thank you for being part of this journey. I look forward to supporting your health for many more years to come.
Love and best wishes Annie.
annierichardson.org.uk

08/11/2024

New BigSky Therapies, Ampleforth. Almost a year old!... Not a great video! 🙈🤣😁

04/10/2024

Completed 💪😁

05/07/2024

Studying again! Adding to my specialist PT certificate.
As Molly says...
"" Strong Women lift each other up!"""

09/05/2024

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29/02/2024

The New BigSky Therapies Ampleforth.
Loving having my own studio. 😁

12/01/2024

I am moving to Ampleforth on 20th January!! I have sent many of you an email or text. It is safe to click on the link to get more info.
After 20th I will no longer be practising in Helmsley.
All details will be on my website within the next few days. I look forward to continuing to work with you all in the future.😁
Annie 😘

05/01/2024

Free to a good home. Please collect. Helmsley

01/01/2024

Bigsky Therapies will be moving to Ampleforth in a couple weeks. Confirmed date to follow.......
Happy New Year!! 🥂 🎊❤️

09/08/2023

Sports Massage, Remedial Massage & Oncology Massage 45-50 mins, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Warm Bamboo Ultimate Relaxation - Head, Neck & Foot Massage.
1 hour Sessions - £60
2 hours session - £115

Sports Massage is not just for sporty people. Sports Massage together with exercise therapy - uses techniques to help relive and speed up recovery from injury and muscle imbalances.

If you need to de-stress, I can help. Warm bamboo massage can be a light to deep tissue massage and can give benefits such as increased blood flow, detoxification and de-stress.

MLD massage is a very light technique which is specifically focussed on the lymph vessels, helping to increase the flow of lymphatic fluid.

Oncology massage can relive the symptoms of cancer or the side-effects of the treatment prescribed by the client’s consultant. This therapy is not a treatment or a remedy for the cancer itself.