Arnika Therapies

16/12/2025

LAST AVAILABLE SLOT – WEDNESDAY 17TH 🚨

I have one final appointment available on Wednesday 17th at 4:45 p.m., suitable for up to 90 minutes. After this, I am fully booked.

Available treatments:
💆 Swedish Massage
💪 Deep Tissue/Sports Massage
🌀 Deep Tissue with Mixed Modalities (Dry needling, cupping & hot stones)
🤰 Pregnancy Massage (from 12 weeks)

📲 Use the booking link to secure this slot — once it’s booked, that’s it!
BOOK HERE https://arnika-therapies.book.app
Tashi Centre - Dursley

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

10/12/2025

🎄✨ Please Take Note of My Festive Closing Dates ✨🎄

I will be closed on the 24th, 25th, 26th of December.

However, I will be working between Christmas and New Year, just with limited availability.

If you'd like to book a treatment during the festive period, please get in touch as soon as possible—those spots go quickly! 💛✨

Looking forward to helping you unwind this holiday season. 🎁💆‍♀️✨

09/12/2025

🌟 Next Availability – Wednesday the 10th! 🌟

I have a few spots open for treatments tomorrow at the Tashi Center in Dursley:
🕚 11:00 a.m.
🕧 12:30 p.m.
🕔 5:00 p.m. (evening slot)

💼 Insurance-Friendly Treatments:
If you have wellness insurance coverage, I am a fully insured member of FHT and able to provide invoices for your treatments, making it easy for you to submit claims.

💆 Swedish Massage
💪 Sports Massage
🌀 Deep Tissue with Mixed Modalities (hot stones, dry needling, dry cupping)
🌿 Lymphatic Drainage
🤰 Pregnancy Massage (from 12 weeks)

Book online:

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

03/12/2025

This month is already looking very busy, so I’ve opened up extra days and more availability to make sure everyone can get the treatment they need before the holidays.

I’m now offering additional slots on:
📅 Tuesdays
📅 Fridays
📅 And select Saturdays — including Saturday the 27th, which still has openings!

If you're hoping to unwind, release tension, or give yourself some pre-Christmas care, December is the perfect time.

Available treatments:
💆 Swedish Massage
💪 Deep Tissue
🌀 Deep Tissue with Mixed Modalities
🌿 Lymphatic Drainage
🤰 Pregnancy Massage (from 12 weeks)

Next availability is Tuesday the 9th from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Tashi Center in Dursley.

Use the booking link to secure your spot

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

23/11/2025

Just a little update and a BIG thank you to all for your understanding and kindness this past week.

My father remains in the hospital, but thankfully he is no longer in immediate danger. We’re still awaiting updates from the medical team regarding surgery, so I’ll be taking each day as it comes.

I’m slowly returning to work and will begin responding to messages and rescheduling appointments. However, as his primary carer, there may be moments over the next week where I’ll need to adjust appointment times to be available for him — especially around surgery or when he’s discharged, hopefully soon.

I’ll keep everyone updated, and again, thank you for your understanding. 💛🙏

18/11/2025

Holiday turned into a mini rehab lab for my sister’s LCL tear 🦵💙

We’ve been doing a supportive, symptom-management routine at home, focusing on controlled modalities rather than treatment:

✨ Infrared therapy (superficial heat)
Used to promote localized circulation and reduce muscle tension around the lateral knee. The gentle heat can help improve tissue extensibility and support the body’s natural recovery processes.

❄️ Cryotherapy (ice application)
Applied to help modulate inflammation, reduce swelling, and decrease nerve conduction for short-term pain relief.

🔁 Alternating heat and cold
Switching between these two modalities can help encourage vascular pumping — heat brings increased blood flow, while cold assists with reducing inflammatory load. Together, the contrast can help regulate tissue response and improve overall comfort.

💆‍♀️ Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
Very light, directional strokes used to help encourage lymphatic flow and reduce peri-articular fluid build-up. Especially helpful when the knee feels heavy or congested.

Not a replacement for professional care, but this combo has kept her more comfortable during recovery. She’s handling the process like a champ 💪

13/11/2025

Today’s my last day before I head off on holiday!
I’ll be taking a little break to recharge, but don’t worry — you can still book your appointments online while I’m away.
📅 Secure your spot here: https://arnika-therapies.book.app

🎄 A little reminder: December and the Christmas period are already starting to fill up, so it’s a good idea to get your bookings in early to secure your preferred dates!

Thanks so much for keeping me busy before the break — can’t wait to see you all when I’m back, refreshed and ready!

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

06/11/2025

✨ Holiday Notice ✨
I’ll be taking a short break from 14th–19th November to recharge! 🌴
If you’d like to get in before then, make sure to book your treatments soon — spots are filling up fast!

Bookings can still be made online while I’m away.
https://arnika-therapies.book.app

Thank you all for keeping me so busy and supported 💚

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

04/11/2025

Appointment Availability – Thursday 6th (5:30pm)

A 60-minute appointment has become available this Thursday, 6th, at 5:30pm at Arnika Therapies, located within The Tashi Centre, Dursley.

🔹 Treatment options include:
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Deep Tissue with Mixed Modalities (Cupping, Hot Stones, Dry Needling)
• Swedish Massage
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage
• Pregnancy Massage (from 12 weeks)

Each treatment is tailored to your specific needs — whether that’s muscular tension, recovery support, or overall wellbeing.

📍 Arnika Therapies – The Tashi Centre, Dursley
🔗 Book online:

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

29/10/2025

📅 Cancellation Appointment Available – Thursday at 12:00 PM (Dursley)

A 60-minute appointment has just become available tomorrow (Thursday) at 12:00 PM at The Tashi Centre, Dursley.

This session can be booked for any of the following treatments:
• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Deep Tissue with Modalities
• Lymphatic Drainage

Book here to secure the slot:
👉

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

16/10/2025

There are limited appointments remaining this week for clinical massage therapy and bodywork treatments:

📅 Friday 17th October – 12:00pm
📅 Saturday 18th October – 12:00pm & 1:30pm

🔹 Treatments available:
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Deep Tissue with Mixed Modalities (Cupping, Hot Stones, Dry Needling)
• Swedish Massage
• Lymphatic Drainage
• Pregnancy Massage (from 12 weeks gestation)

Each treatment is tailored to your specific needs, whether that’s muscular tension, restricted movement, recovery support, or general wellbeing.

📍 Arnika Therapies, based at The Tashi Centre, Dursley
🔗 Book online:

Deep tissue massage in Dursley

09/10/2025

🏃‍♀️ DOMS — Why We Feel It & How to Manage It

I’ve recently taken up running — quite the shift for someone who’s always been more of a hiker than a runner! 😅
Those first few runs were a reality check for my legs, reminding me exactly what DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) feels like — that familiar ache that makes you both sore and strangely proud at the same time, and it got me thinking I should share a few tips and info about DOMS, and what we can do when it shows up.

💥 What is DOMS?
DOMS is the deep, aching muscle soreness that appears 24–72 hours after exercise, especially when trying something new or increasing intensity too quickly. It’s caused by tiny muscle fibre damage — completely normal as your body adapts and grows stronger.

💡 How to manage it:
• Active recovery – walking, stretching, or gentle movement
• Hydration & nutrition – to support muscle repair
• Massage therapy – improves circulation, eases tightness, and helps recovery
• Gradual progression – build intensity slowly to reduce risk

DOMS is a sign your body is adapting, but recovery is where the real progress happens. 💪 Needless to say, I’ve taken it a lot slower this time — following a running plan to gradually build up strength and stamina.

If you’re running, training, or increasing activity, sports or deep tissue massage can help reduce soreness and keep you moving efficiently.

If you want to try massage therapy to support your recovery, get in touch with us to book a session!
📍 Arnika Therapies @ Tashi Centre, Dursley
📲 Message us or book directly online ➡️ https://arnika-therapies.book.app