AJB Therapies, Sheerlands Road, Arborfield (2025)

11/10/2024

That's All Folks!

As some of you may already know, I’ll be moving away from Arborfield in just over a month. This decision hasn’t been easy, especially because it means saying goodbye to the wonderful clients I’ve had the privilege of meeting and working with over the years.

It has truly been an honour to help so many of you achieve a pain-free, healthier life, and to be part of your journey towards better wellbeing. I’ve enjoyed every session and conversation, and I’ll be genuinely sad to no longer see so many familiar faces in person.

For those who would like one last in-person appointment before I go, I do still have some availability, but spaces are limited. If you’re hoping to book in, please don’t wait too long – I would love the chance to see as many of you as I can before I leave.

But this isn’t goodbye forever. Even though I’m moving away, I’ll still be offering online appointments, so I’ll continue to be here to support you – just in a different way.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your trust and support over the years. It’s been a pleasure and a privilege, and I’ll miss you all.

23/05/2023

AJB Therapies would like to invite you to an opening evening at the Elizabeth Hall in Hook on the 9th June between 1730 and 2030, where non-invasive, light-touch muscle and soft tissue release treatments for dogs, their owners and everyone in between will be on offer!

Conditions that be successfully treated using include:

In People:
Back and hip discomfort
Neck and shoulder restriction and discomfort
Knee and ankle restrictions
Persistent heel and foot discomfort
Lymphatic and sinus congestion
Migraines or cluster headaches
Breathing restrictions
Abdominal cramps and bowel discomfort
Discomfort during pregnancy
Fluid retention
General muscle fatigue
Sporting injuries or poor performance

In Dogs:
Injuries from sport or accidents
Unbalanced gait/stance
Lead/harness strain
Lower back distress
Inhibited movement
Behaviour changes
Stiffness/decreased suppleness
Unbalanced head carriage
Tension in back and lumbar area
Restricted forward movement
Standing short or uneven
Stiff through the legs/dragging feet
Poor performance/behaviour

We'd love it if you would be able to attend to experience the benefits of the therapy for yourself. If you have a dog please feel free to bring them along also. In addition, we are looking to spread awareness of this event. If it's something that interests you please share this post with your friends and family.

If you wish to know more about AJB Therapies or the treatment we will be offering you can find out more at www.ajbtherapies.com or by emailing alex@ajbtherapies.com.

07/02/2023

🐶 Alsatians 🐶

What has unethical breeding done to them?

Alsatians are amongst the most popular breeds on the planet.

Due to their naturally large size and confident disposition, they were historically bred for working roles such as herding, policing, military, guarding and guiding the blind.

However, in recent decades breeders have been focussing on the appearance of the dog rather than their functional, physical attributes. As such the health of Alsatians in general has unfortunately, radically declined.

A 2017 study by the Royal Veterinary College found that the most likely reason for an Alsatian to be put to sleep was from musculoskeletal reasons or the inability to stand up.

Last year I personally witnessed a couple walking 2 Alsatians, whose legs and hips were so bad their pelvis was virtually dragging along the floor.

Alsatians aren't alone in this. With breeders paying more attention to the cosmetic appeal of dogs, rather than their health, all pure breeds are subject to this degeneration.

However, there are ways to give these genetically cheated a fighting chance. Using Emmett Technique we can reset restricted tissue and improve range of movement, using simple light-touch techniques. The light-touch means we will not aggravate an already stressed area of the body and it much more pleasant for the animal.

Our latest workshop dates are in the post. If you have any queries feel free to DM me anytime.

01/02/2023

💪What is the iliopsoas muscle?💪

The iliopsoas is an important muscle in dogs that is responsible for hip flexion.

Whether they’re running in the garden, playing with their favourite toy, or chasing a squirrel the iliopsoas muscle is being heavily used.

The iliopsoas connects the pelvis and spine to the femur and as such if an injury is sustained in this area, it can be quite severe.

Causes of iliopsoas injuries can include when a dog leaps too high, runs too fast or gets tangled in something while trying to get loose. Symptoms of this type of injury include joint pain, limping and stiffness in the back legs.

The iliopsoas muscle is deep within the body and as such manipulating it can be discomforting for the dog and difficult for the therapist.
Emmett Technique allows treatment of the iliopsoas using light-touch muscle and soft tissue reset.

It’s quick and easy and can be performed by anyone. Our next 1-day workshops on Emmett Technique for dogs are in the post pics.

For more information please don't hesitate to DM me.

07/12/2022

Picture this; your partner comes in from work. "How was your day?", you ask. "Not bad", they reply, "but my back [neck, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle] is killing me!"

"Why don't you go see someone about it?", you ask, "You've been complaining about this for ages!"

Then what do they say? "Nah, it'll be alright, I'll just take some pain killers." But the painkillers only provide temporary relief, don't they? Rinse and repeat, ad infinitum. Ever been there?

How about you finally take action where they won't? Give the gift of pain relief this holiday season and be rid of the constant complaining with a holiday gift voucher for a full body assessment and treatment.

AJB Therapies has therapy gift packages available for all budgets. Check out the link in bio!

02/11/2022

Emm-Tech Abercraf. Congratulations to the newly qualified group!

Congratulations to this wonderful group in Abercraf, Wales, on passing Emm-Tech; a 1-day workshop where anyone can learn the magic of Emmett Technique to help their friends and family.

Emm-Tech was created by Ross Emmett so that everyone would have the opportunity to use some of his work to help themselves, friends and family. It is primarily designed for non-professionals, however, it is also an ideal low cost introduction for trained therapists to see what Emmett is all about.

The course contains 11 moves which have been specially selected from the Emmett Technique Practitioner Course. No prior experience is necessary to attend a course. It can be attended by anyone over 16 years old.

Our next Emm-Tech days are:

4th December - Raystede Animal Shelter - Ringmer

21st January 2023 - Stoughton Infant and Nursery School - Guildford

DM me for more information or to book a space.

31/10/2022

‼️ Returning to Lifting

Scott returned to lifting after 7 weeks break. Even though he started at a highly reduced intensity, he still immediately felt crippling back pain, even when rolling over in bed.

Scott approached AJB Therapies for help and received an online assessment via Zoom. We were able to ascertain how 7 weeks of sedentary lifestyle had effected his mechanics in a negative way and provide a series of corrective exercises Scott could use to reverse this.

Even during the session Scott reported he felt pain relief. That's how effective corrective exercise can be. Scott's review session is this Saturday so we hope to receive a full report on his progress then.

Will AJB Therapies be able to help you? I believe it will. DM me for more information or with queries.

28/10/2022

DOG THERAPY 1-DAY WORKSHOPS: Learn to treat your dog, with no prior experience needed!

Would you like to learn a simple method to help keep your dog feeling comfortable and at ease?

If so, the Emmett 4 Dogs Introductory course is perfect for you.

The introductory Course was created by Ross Emmett so that everyone would have the opportunity to use his work to help their dog and, friends and family.

The course contains 6 moves which have been specially selected from the Dog Emmett Technique Practitioner Course.

It is conducted over 6 hours. No prior experience is necessary! It can be taken by anyone over 16 years old.

On the day, you will learn:

Neck and Forearm release on humans (to aid with lead/harness strain)
Neck Release (for dogs)
Wither Release (for dogs)
Back Release (for dogs)
Hamstrings (for dogs)

Curious therapists and canine specialists are also joining this course to experience Emmett Technique before enrolling on the Practitioner Course.

Classes are limited to 10 people maximum so you benefit from individual support and supervision.

For more information DM me today.

27/10/2022

ASSISTING OLDER DOGS: How can Emmett Technique help them?

Spending time with your older dog is extremely rewarding.

However, aches and pains can get in the way of quality time.

Complementary therapy for your senior 4-legged friend might not be something you’ve considered, but many owners are finding that their life-long friend now appreciates.

What with taking them for walks, feeding, and cleaning up after them, a dose of Emmett Therapy could be a welcome relief for you both.

Emmett Technique is a unique form of body relaxation therapy for both people and animals, involving the application of light finger pressure at specific points.

The result is often instantaneous feelings of greater comfort.

It is practiced in over 40 countries, worldwide.

AJB Therapies' Veteran Dog Package is designed to help them feel balanced, improve movement and reduce restriction.

This can improve quality of life and allow you spend more quality time with your bestie.

Standard Package: One session per month
Premium Package: One session every three weeks

26/10/2022

🌟 Client Testimonial 🌟

It was an absolute pleasure to treat young Stanley of .stan_and_sir.douglas.

brought him in for Emmett treatment to help with stress and an issue with walking on rear legs.

After only 3 easy sessions Stanley became more relaxed and showed great signs of improvement. Listen to Nick's full testimonial to hear how wonderful his transformation was. He even came on our latest Introductory Day course.

To learn more about how Emmett can help you and your dog drop me a DM today or email alex@1-body.co.uk

06/10/2022

😧 Ignoring Pain 😧

Guess what? It’s not going away.

Niggling back? Aching neck? Shoulder, knee or elbow pain?

These days it seems that pain is inevitable. However, suffering is optional.

There is always a “priority” over seeking help with chronic pain. Work, family, and social life are all “reasons” we find to overlook self-care. However, if chronic pain is not addressed work becomes a chore with your neck is constantly bothering you. Running around after kids becomes impossible when your back seizes up. And going out with friends is impractical when all you have the capacity to do at the end of the day is take pain-killers and rest.

When all's said and done, if you neglect to take care of number 1, all these aspects of life can fall down around you.

AJB Therapies offers a full menu of services to treat chronic pain (soft tissue therapy), correct imbalances (movement therapy) and train your body to be optimised for your lifestyle (corrective exercise).

For more information DM me anytime ☺️

05/10/2022

⚕️ Lymphatic Drainage ⚕️

How can it benefit me?

Lymphatic drainage aims to aid movement of the lymph fluid of the body.

This helps to speed up or influence the normal lymph movement where it has slowed down or become impaired. In turn this helps your body to remove toxins or built-up fluid and boosts energy and immune systems.

Using Emmett Technique we can perform a full-body lymph drainage treatment in under 20 minutes. It is greatly relaxing and is carried out lying down.

The benefits include:

Boosts the immune system and energy levels
Improves rate of recovery from exercise or illness
Reduces inflammation especially post-surgery or infection
Flushes out fluid build-up and swelling, benefiting lymphedema
Regulates bowel (can help with IBS)
Relieves sinus congestion
Improves skin clarity
Reduces swelling associated with pregnancy
Relaxation

For more information or to book an appointment DM me anytime 😊

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