Cornish Massage & Wellbeing

01/05/2026

I’m really excited to be starting my research project:

Evaluating the Effects of the Jing Method™ of Clinical Massage on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Adults.

This is something I feel incredibly passionate about, and I’m looking forward to exploring how clinical massage can support those living with PTSD.

Watch this space – I’ll be sharing more as the journey unfolds

As we celebrate the pile of dissertations sitting in the office and prepare for our upcoming Clinical Massage Research Conference it's also time for the next wave of students to get their research off the ground. Go Team 25-27!

We've been excited to see the titles be submitted and research proposals and will be catching up with all of you guys today to keep everyone excited and moving forward. Can't wait!

24/04/2026

Consistency is where the magic happens

One massage feels good…
But regular massage? That’s where real change begins.

Physically you may notice:
• Less tension building up week to week
• Fewer flare-ups of aches & pains
• Better posture and movement
• Support with things like lower back pain or tendonitis

Mentally you may feel:
• Calmer, more regulated
• Less overwhelmed by stress
• Improved sleep
• More connected to your body

Massage isn’t just a treat — it’s maintenance for your body and mind.

A monthly membership helps you stay ahead of tension, rather than constantly chasing it.

Because you deserve to feel good consistently, not just occasionally.

Find out more on the website or ask about memberships at your next treatment.
📍 Enterprise Court, Torpoint
📍 The Peach Rooms, Plymouth

21/04/2026

As most of you know, I’m currently studying towards my Level 6 BTEC in Advanced Clinical Massage, and I’ve now entered my third and final year — a big milestone!

As part of this final stage, I’ll be carrying out a small-scale research project exploring the effects of the Jing Method of massage for adults living with PTSD.

Through both my personal experience and working with clients, I’ve seen just how powerful massage can be for mental wellbeing — helping to ease stress, calm the nervous system, and support overall emotional balance. It’s something I feel incredibly passionate about, and I’m excited to explore this further through my research.

If you’d like to take part in the research project, please message me directly
If you’d like to book a treatment, you can do so via the link in the comments below.

📍 Clinics:
Torpoint – Enterprise Court, Marine Drive, Torpoint, PL11 2EH
Plymouth – The Peach Rooms (Wednesdays), 95–96 Christian Mill Business Park, Plymouth, PL6 5DS

More updates to follow as the project develops

18/04/2026

Advanced Clinical Massage – Plymouth Days (Wednesdays)

My Plymouth clinic days offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your body. This work is especially supportive for those living with chronic pain, helping to gently ease tension, reduce discomfort, and support the body in finding a more ease and balance.

As a chronic pain specialist, I use advanced clinical massage to tailor each session to you, whether you’re managing long-term pain, recovering from injury, or feeling the impact of stress and daily life on your body.

📍 The Peach Rooms
95–96 Christian Mill Business Park
Plymouth PL6 5DS

Booking link in the comments

17/03/2026

Congratulations to the Advanced Clinical Massage Therapists who graduated last week, you are all amazing. It’s been an absolute pleasure watching you grow and develop, and I’m so proud to have been able to assist you on this journey. So proud of each and every one of you!

JingAdvancedMassage

04/03/2026

Sun’s out in Plymouth 🌞

You can find me at The Peach Rooms on Wednesdays for advanced clinical massage in a calm, inclusive space, supporting chronic pain, injury recovery, tension and stress.
For upcoming availability, please see my website.

21/01/2026

Case Study Participants Needed

I’m looking for case study participants for a rehab-focused treatment block.

This includes:
• 1 × 90-minute session (consultation, assessment, and rehab exercises)
• 3 × 60-minute rehab sessions

Each session will be based on the pain condition you present with and fully tailored to you.

Important:
• Participants must be prepared to complete rehab exercise homework between sessions
• The final session will include a written feedback form, with feedback welcomed throughout the process
• Session dates will be mutually agreed upfront
• Payment is required in full upfront

Cost: £150 for the full block
(Full price for the same block: £255)

To enquire, please feel free to message me directly.

16/01/2026

When stretching isn’t enough, it’s often because the body needs more than one solution.

Mobility, strength, hands-on work and nervous system support all play a role. Stretching can improve range, but if the nervous system doesn’t feel safe, the body will keep holding on — no matter how flexible you try to make it.

A combined approach looks at the whole picture: muscles, fascia, movement and how your system responds to stress and load.

And you don’t have to figure it out alone.
We’ll hold your hand through the process, supporting your body every step of the way so change feels safe, sustainable, and lasting.

12/01/2026

Protection vs Pain – stress, the nervous system, and how massage helps

Pain is often a protective response, not a sign of damage — and stress plays a powerful role in this.

When life stress, emotional load, poor sleep, or prolonged pressure are present, the nervous system can remain on high alert. This heightened state increases sensitivity, muscle guarding, and restriction, making pain feel louder and more persistent. The body isn’t failing — it’s protecting.

Clinical massage helps by reducing stress on the nervous system.
Through calm, supportive, and clinically informed touch, massage can:

Lower stress-driven nervous system arousal

Reduce protective muscle tension and guarding

Support the shift from “fight or flight” into rest and repair

Improve body awareness and movement confidence

Help pain ease as the need for protection reduces

On a personal note:
Over the last 18 months, I’ve gone through a huge life transformation, with my stress levels heightened on a daily basis. I experienced firsthand how this directly affected my body — increased pain, restrictions, and a sense of being constantly on edge. It reinforced what I see in clinic every day: when stress is high, the body protects harder. Supporting the nervous system isn’t a luxury — it’s essential.

At Cornish Massage & Wellbeing, clinical massage is guided by assessment, the Jing Method™, and a biopsychosocial approach — recognising that stress, emotions, and physical symptoms are deeply connected.

Pain isn’t just physical.
And relief doesn’t come from force — it comes from safety, support, and understanding.

09/01/2026

Pain doesn’t always equal damage.

Pain is information, not a diagnosis.
Our bodies are intelligent, and pain is often a signal from the nervous system rather than a sign that something is “broken.” Stress, overload, past injury, poor sleep, and emotional factors can all turn the volume up on pain — even when tissues are safe.

Sometimes pain is simply a sensitised system trying to protect you.
With the right support, education, and hands-on care, the body can feel safer, calmer, and more capable again — helping you move with confidence instead of fear.

05/01/2026

Start the new year feeling more connected to your body by giving it the care and attention it deserves. Massage is a powerful way to slow down, tune in, and ease everyday aches and pains, helping to release built-up tension and restore comfort. Whether you’re dealing with stiffness, sore muscles, or ongoing niggles, regular massage can support better movement, deeper relaxation, and a stronger mind–body connection as the year unfolds.

At Cornish Massage & Wellbeing, treatments are guided by the biopsychosocial model — recognising that pain and tension are influenced not just by the body, but also by stress, lifestyle, emotions, and daily demands. By considering the whole person, not just the symptoms, massage becomes more effective, supportive, and tailored to what you truly need.

📅Book in via the website www.cornish-massage.co.uk

17/12/2025

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄

Thank you for all your support during what’s been a real rollercoaster of a year — it truly means so much.

Huge thanks to RogueDebby CIC for believing in me and for their amazing creative support (roguedebby.co.uk)

Big thanks to the Jing Advanced Massage community, Abi from A H Business Services (ahbusiness.co.uk), and to my wonderful family for their unwavering support.

Thank you for being part of this chapter.