When we are in chronic pain it can have an adverse effect on the rest of lives, our jobs, relationships, daily activities, mood and sleep. According to The National Pain Audit (2012) people with chronic back pain on a daily basis are known to be associated with greater coronary events, so it’s important for you to utilise all the resources you can to ensure you’re doing everything possible to help
yourself. Massage therapy is also great for back pain relief and is highly recommended to work alongside any medical treatment you may be receiving. About 80% of the population suffer with back pain at some point in their lives and this is usually non-specific low back pain or simple back ache. You may feel tension, muscle soreness/stiffness in the lower back region, however it is not possible to identify the exact cause. If this is the case, it will be very beneficial for you to self-manage your back pain condition with massage and gentle remedial movements. If you don’t take any action, it may have an impact on your work and social life which can be quite disabling. So to reap the many benefits to massage by taking action now. Call Karen for an appointment on 07804 529371. I am a health and fitness professional with more than 20 years’ experience promoting a healthy lifestyle through teaching, training and coaching a wide variety of people from all walks of life. During this time I have worked as a University Lecturer training nurses and midwives in the exercise prescription and psycho-social aspects of health behaviour, where I developed my successful ‘Look After Your Back’ exercise programme. Throughout my career, I have delivered numerous health promotion programmes. During the past decade I have researched and taught Complementary Therapies to health professionals, and have worked as a massage therapist and clinical reiki practitioner. I believe that some complementary therapies do have a real part to play in working alongside conventional healthcare. I am professionally registered with the CTHA, CNCH and Backcare and I am fully insured. I am passionate about supporting people to have a better relationship with their health. Come and relax in a comfortable, quiet location. For an appointment, please contact me on 07804 529371 or email me on karen@karen-thorne.com. Please note that male clients will need a referral from their healthcare practitioner.
