Arbor Vitae Holistic Massage

05/02/2020

https://psiloveyou.xyz/the-unspoken-loneliness-of-the-physical-touch-love-language-50d83c33779d

We stifle contact in our everyday connections

25/01/2020

https://www.christinemathesonnd.com/blog/pelvic-health-jaw-tension-connection?fbclid=IwAR2Qehqth-e1qCXkYMSVZFYGkon-gzDlppF19GJQVWAYjxELUoyh8_c3vFg

On a visit to my osteopath many years ago, I was amazed when I found out a very valuable insight about the inter-connection between the jaw and the pelvis.   It seems initially surprising that when trying to resolve concerns in the pelvis, an osteopath will often treat the jaw (or vice ver

28/03/2019

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5J0WJKFqPT3VCN9KwzbQCFd/could-massage-boost-your-immune-system?fbclid=IwAR0jAq42K82fQByI7fbHbZ1TEwgRbWwgNOG0BzyJrmTtP4d9oKPPadp04WQ

We put massage to the test, with some intriguing results.

13/01/2019

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/05/well/family/gender-men-touch.html?fbclid=IwAR2ioy1bnGRwuOBonHRosoknasO-PyhUI0GDEmF-GfihrFa-TJG4D13H2cc

Even in our touch-averse culture, men need platonic physical contact.

05/04/2018

  The UK New Economics Foundation (NEF) on behalf of the Government, first developed 'Five Ways to Wellbeing' following a major research project looking at people's wellbeing around the world. The project aimed to understand how to improve people's mental wellbeing throughout life.

05/04/2018

You - and your body - are amazingly complex and beautiful.....

It's beyond remarkable that each of us are made of an average of approx. 100 trillion total cells that are each made of an average of approx. 100 trillion atoms and that our entire complex biological system perfectly coordinates itself in order to create the coherency that is our bodies doing the things listed below on a daily basis...

27/03/2018

I'm doing some blogging on health and wellbeing topics for corporate wellness experts Soul Stretch Events; here's one looking at ten common holistic therapies, the techniques involved and potential benefits

  When it comes to holistic therapies, do you know your Swedish from your sports, deep tissue or aromatherapy massage, or what happens in a Craniosacral therapy or Shiatsu session? Understanding the differences between these modalities will help you to choose the most effective techn

06/03/2018

http://www.melodywalford.com/stress-not-head-nervous-system/

Have you ever been told when you’re stressed to stop worrying and just relax? That it’s all in your head? It would be nice if it were that simple. But it’s not. Physiology research shows that the stress response memory lives in your nervous system. Take for example exposure to a stressful even...

01/12/2017

Treat someone you love to a nourishing, therapeutic massage this Christmas. Practice based in central Glastonbury, Somerset. Sessions are £45/£60 for 60/90 minutes. Book via arbor-vitae.co.uk

10/11/2017

Time for a seasonal lymphatic cleanse? The lymphatic system supports every other system in the body – including the immune, digestive, detoxification and nervous systems. Detoxing with nutrition, massages and saunas cleanses the lymphatic system, a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins and waste. Unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system does not have a pump and it is therefore crucial to manually aid circulation of the lymph.

The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins and waste via the lymph, a fluid that contains white blood cells. Unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system does not have a pump and it is therefore crucial to manually aid circulation of the lymph. It...

08/09/2017

Received some lovely feedback from a new client, which reflects the equal emphasis I place on the technical elements of massage, alongside energy practices including acupressure, breath work and reiki.

"Amazing massage, Fen has a special touch and knowledge about the body and its energy that makes the massage more than just a physical experience. I felt fully relaxed and recharged, a feeling that stayed with me for a few days! Absolutely recommend!!" Abigail Todd.

Treatments are £45 for one hour but I also offer concessionary rates for people on a lower income.