TLS Soft-tissue Massage and Remedial Therapy

24/10/2025

Great day in Cinderford at TLS Soft-tissue Massage and Remedial Therapy this Tuesday.

2 shoulders and one hip got some really effective tlc.

The hip was in for its second treatment. To be honest the first treatment didn't result in big changes. Hey ho, sometimes it takes a bit more working out. The second treatment was pretty astonishing though, a massive increase in pain free range of movement. Plus some worthwhile exercises to maintain the progress.

I love it! It is so fascinating.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

14/10/2025

Remember how the glutes affect the quads? ... And they affect the knee ...

The glutes attach to the top of the leg bone, the femur, so therefore pull on the femur. The quads attach to the femur, so are therefore pulled by the glutes, and the other way around.

The knee is the joint at the end of the femur (the junction with the lower leg and the knee cap), so therefore when the glutes pull at the top of the femur, they affect the position of the bottom of the femur, being the knee.

It all makes so much sense! ... Does that explanation make sense to you? Reply below.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

08/10/2025

What a fascinating view of the body:

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TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

This is a free image from Pixabay.

07/10/2025

So great to hear.

To book contact me at:
TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

03/10/2025

Diving into the SIJoint:

This joint is the junction of the pelvis and the lower spine, yet it's function is relevant to so many muscles.

Muscles that attach to the pelvis and spine include back muscles, glute muscles, abdominal muscles, leg muscles, and even an arm muscle. They all work in an incredible dance with eachother, releasing pulling holding, in an effort to maintain a vibrant and responsive composition.

Inevitably life challenges the balance. Amazingly we can reinvigorate and soften to regain the balance.

Working with the SI Joint and the hip can be an absolute mind-bender, there is so much involved. I love it! I love working with the puzzle. Bit by bit we work out what your body needs. The results are often slow, but they are life changing. ☀️

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

23/09/2025

Have a giggle: meet Brain 🧠:

How easy is it for you to fit in a new self care practice?
Is time really the issue?

When I mention adding a new practice into the day many people will say they know they won't find the time or keep it up. It can seem so hard, which it often is.

I am no different. It is amazing what I have not done!

The thing is, time is not usually the issue. 6 minutes for self care is easy to find. The problem is that guy up there, Brain. Brain is a tricksy fella with it's own priorities.

Fortunately there is lots to giggle about when it comes to delving into the workings of our own minds. When we realize how easy it is to find the time to brush our teeth twice a day, put extra hours in at work, and do favours for others, we can laugh or cry at the idea that we wouldn't find 6 extra minutes to do one simple practice that will help us. I mostly laugh, bring out the comedy, make light of it. I had a right giggle this morning observing the workings of our minds.

Having released that pent up nonsense with a good old chuckle, it is time to engage Brain in the important discussion of the value of the self care practices. To help convince Brain we decide on a KPI (Key Performance Indicator) often a day to day action you can try and re-try to see if it has improved, for example: do you still get the pain when you walk up the stairs? When we notice these small changes Brain starts getting really pleased with itself for all it's hard work, and we keep at it. ☀️

So if it's worth doing, we come back to the question of time. We have already realised that time itself is not the big problem. Drawing Brain away from its other tasks is usually the bigger issue. So we look at practices that are easy to fit in, what time of day suits you most, triggers and natural intervals that open up space, and any features of your life that might prevent you. We do that together because otherwise it's too easy to disregard the self care straight away, or to nod smile and tell me that of course you will, when actually you won't.

And to round of our natter with Brain we have a good old catch up about our long term goals and ambitions, and how fantastic we are gonna feel when we achieve them.

Good old Brain. ☀️

To book contact me at TLS Smart, Cinderford:
07902 040 969

16/09/2025

Did you know ...?

that what's happening in your glutes affects how your quads work?

When you come for a treatment we will do simple tests and movements whoch will show you very clearly how one changes the other.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

12/09/2025

How great is that?

When you feel optimistic you can create fantastic changes. Ultimately you want to feel pain free, move easily, have energy and vitality, or whatever else it is. Feeling optimistic is a valuable step on the path to reaching your goal.

My roles include: explaining what I think is happening in your body in a way that makes sense to you; setting out a treatment plan that compliments the hypothesis; marking out small milestones on your path to reach your goal. All of these things help you feel more confident and optimistic. They also help us both to know if you are making suitable progress, or if we need to rethink.

To book contact me at:
Cinderford: TLS Soft Tissue Therapy 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

19/08/2025

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

10/07/2025

Getting older:

A part of this extraordinary life. Mobility changes. There are simple, gentle, manageable exercises and practices, and hands on treatment that you, your loved ones, and I can do to build your capacity for mobility, independence, and strength.

Ever thought about how going on tip toes is one part of the flow of walking? It is therefore also one part of a series of practices that will get you and your loved ones regaining confidence in walking.

For a systematic approach to rehabilitation for older people contact me at:

St Briavels: 07902 040 969
Viney Hall Physiotherapy, GL15: 01594 516 810
TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

04/07/2025

Dave O'Sullivan in my opinion is this era's Loius Gifford / Robin McKenzie. He is at the top of his game. As a team Karen Rachel Grant Massage and I are all members. We have access to the best team in the world. In our opinion of course! 😁

What does 'thoughtless, fearless, movement' really mean? The day I read that phrase in Louis Gifford's books Aches and Pains was the day I completed changed ...