Riverside Therapies

19/07/2025

🏃‍♂️💆‍♀️ SPORTS MASSAGE: because “walking it off” stopped working in 2006.
Come see me if:
✅ You ran a marathon
✅ You sneezed too aggressively
✅ You “slept funny”
✅ You tried a new workout called “existing”

Let’s untangle those knots before your muscles start charging rent. 😂

12/07/2025

💆‍♂️ Easing Sciatica Pain with Sports Massage 💪

If you’re suffering from sciatica, you know how frustrating that shooting pain down the leg can be. The good news? Sports massage can be a powerful, natural way to manage and reduce those symptoms.

Here’s how it helps:

✅ Releases muscle tension – especially in the lower back and glutes, which can put pressure on the sciatic nerve.
✅ Improves blood flow – helping to reduce inflammation and promote healing in affected areas.
✅ Increases mobility and flexibility – making everyday movement easier and less painful.
✅ Promotes relaxation – lowering stress, which can contribute to muscle tightness and nerve sensitivity.

Whether your sciatica stems from a sports injury, posture, or general wear and tear, sports massage can be an effective part of your recovery plan.

📅 Ready to feel the difference? Book your appointment today and let’s work together toward a more comfortable, active life.

28/06/2025

Say hello to the newest addition to the treatment room… RockPods Glide!
Not just another gadget, this is a game-changer in how I support your body’s movement, recovery, and overall wellbeing.

You might already know I work with:
✔️ Soft tissue massage
✔️ Fascial release
✔️ Traditional static cupping
✔️ Massage gun therapy

Now I’m adding a new technique:
Glide Cupping, combining movement and suction to deliver targeted, dynamic results

Why it’s a brilliant addition:

😖Pain Relief
Helps alleviate muscular pain and discomfort by easing muscle tension and improving circulation to the area.

🤸‍♀️ Mobility & Flexibility
Improves tissue glide and reduces restrictions – ideal for increasing range of motion and loosening stiff areas.

☺️Improved Tissue Health
The gliding cups can soften scar tissue, stimulate blood flow, and promote tissue regeneration.

⚽ Sports Injury Support
Useful for anyone recovering from strains, training fatigue or general overuse – not just elite athletes!

🎯 Targeted Treatment Areas
From shoulders and neck to hips and legs – glide cupping can be tailored to focus on the areas you need most.

🚶‍♂️ Enhanced Movement Patterns
Helps your body move more naturally by restoring mobility and improving overall movement quality.

Curious to try it out?
This is now available as part of your tailored treatment, whether you’re here for post-work tension, injury rehab, or just a bit of self-care

Call or Text 07595166863 to book your appointment

28/06/2025

Beth and I will be attending Sutton on Trent Festival this year 🙌. Pop in and see us and have a little treat on the day. We will be providing 15 minute massages for £5 with an entry into our raffle to win a free massage in our clinic 💪

P: Oh hi there Dessie, what are you doing down there?
D: Ooooohhhh Pebbles I have THE BEST news; Victoria and her friends from Riverside Therapies are coming to the festival with their pop-up massage tent, and offering mini teaser massages for a very modest fee, so I thought I'd have a go. You don't jump as many fences as me and not pick up the odd back twinge or two.
P: But Dessie, you are a horse!
Victoria: I did try and explain that Pebbles, but as I didn't have any Polos, he insisted 🙄

18/06/2025

Tension headaches getting you down?
You don’t have to just put up with them! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️
Sports massage can help relieve tight neck, shoulder, and upper back muscles — common culprits behind headaches.

Office workers, this one’s especially for you!
Long hours at a desk, staring at screens, and poor posture can all build up tension that leads to those nagging headaches.

Whether it’s from stress, poor posture, or long hours at a desk, a targeted massage could make a real difference.

✨ Feel the pressure melt away.
📍Message now to book or ask any questions – your head (and neck!) will thank you.

11/06/2025

⚽ Calling all footballers – from Sunday League to semi-pro! 🏃‍♂️💥
No matter your level, sports massage can help you perform better and recover faster.

✅ Reduces muscle soreness
✅ Boosts flexibility & performance
✅ Speeds up recovery
✅ Helps prevent injuries

Whether you’re training hard or just love a weekly kickabout, a sports massage can make all the difference. 💪
Open to all abilities – message now to book your session! 🗓️🔥

08/06/2025

✨ Smooth Skin, Confidence Within! ✨

Say goodbye to daily shaving and hello to silky-smooth skin that lasts! 💁‍♀️ Whether you’re getting beach-ready, prepping for a special occasion, or just love that fresh, clean feel – body waxing is your secret weapon. 💫

✅ Longer-lasting results
✅ Finer regrowth over time
✅ No nicks, no razor bumps
✅ Smoother skin for weeks!

From legs and arms to bikini and brows – we’ve got you covered (or uncovered 😉). Book your wax appointment today and step into your smoothest self yet!

04/06/2025

🪑 Sitting All Day? Your Sciatica Might Be Telling You Something… 😣

If you’re an office worker spending hours at a desk, you might be all too familiar with that nagging pain in your lower back, hip, or leg. That could be sciatica — and it’s more common than you think.

The good news? Sports massage therapy can bring real relief. 🙌

📍 Targeting tight glutes, lower back, and hip muscles
📍 Improving posture and circulation
📍 Relieving pressure on the sciatic nerve
📍 Helping you move and feel better at work and beyond

Whether you’re working from home or back in the office, don’t let pain distract you from your productivity or comfort. A regular massage could be the reset your body needs.

💬 Message us to learn more or book a session!

30/05/2025

28/05/2025

🌀 Got a bad back? You’re not alone… but you can feel better. 🌀

Whether it’s from long hours at a desk, weekend workouts, or just everyday stress, back pain can seriously slow you down. The good news? Sports massage isn’t just for athletes — it’s for anyone who wants to move and feel better.

💆‍♀️ What it can help with:
✔️ Relieves muscle tension
✔️ Improves flexibility and posture
✔️ Boosts circulation and recovery
✔️ Reduces everyday aches and pains

Don’t ignore that nagging pain — take action. Your back will thank you!

📅 Message us to book your session or ask any questions — we’re here to help. 💬

26/05/2025

🧠💪 6 Big Benefits of Sports Massage! 💆‍♀️⚡
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a full-time athlete, sports massage can take your game to the next level. Here’s how:

1️⃣ Relieves muscle tension & soreness
2️⃣ Boosts circulation & recovery
3️⃣ Improves flexibility & mobility
4️⃣ Enhances performance
5️⃣ Reduces stress & promotes relaxation
6️⃣ Prevents injury & supports rehab

💥 Regular massage = stronger body + sharper mind. Don’t wait for injury—make it part of your routine!

📆 Book your next session and feel the difference.

20/05/2025

Achilles tendinitis is an overuse injury that affects the Achilles tendon, the band of tissue connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. This condition commonly affects runners and people who suddenly increase the intensity or duration of their physical activity.

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Types of Achilles Tendinitis
1. Noninsertional Achilles tendinitis:
• Affects the middle portion of the tendon.
• Common in younger, more active individuals.
• Tendon fibers begin to break down, swell, and thicken.
2. Insertional Achilles tendinitis:
• Involves the lower portion of the tendon, where it attaches to the heel.
• Can affect anyone, including less active people.
• May be associated with bone spurs.

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Symptoms
• Pain and stiffness along the Achilles tendon (especially in the morning).
• Pain that worsens with activity.
• Swelling or thickening of the tendon.
• Tenderness to touch.
• A creaking or crackling sound when moving the ankle.