Lisa Lomas Therapies

24/03/2026

Have you ever felt sick and tired of being sick and tired?

Not necessarily unwell enough for clear answers, but not feeling like yourself either.

This is something I see quite often in clinic — people who are doing their best to look after themselves, but still feel tired, achy, inflamed or just not quite right.

In my latest blog, I’ve shared a much simpler way of looking at this.

Instead of trying to do everything at once, it often comes down to two things:

• reducing what is placing pressure on the body
• supporting the body with what it needs

This might include things like stress, sleep, nutrition, lifestyle factors or environmental influences — all of which can quietly build up over time.

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about understanding your body a little better and making small, manageable changes.

If this is something you’ve been experiencing, you can read more here:

https://www.lisalomastherapies.com/post/sick-and-tired-of-feeling-sick-and-tired-a-simple-holistic-approach-to-supporting-your-health

📍Isle of Bute

23/03/2026

“A stroke without intention is an empty gesture.”

This is something I was taught during training, and it has stayed with me ever since.

In therapy, it’s not just about movement — it’s about why that movement is being made.

Every technique, every stroke, every adjustment should have a purpose:
• to support circulation
• to ease tension
• to encourage movement
• to help the body respond differently

Without that intention, treatment can feel like something being done to the body rather than with it.

In clinic, my focus is always on working with the body — adapting each session to what is needed on the day, rather than following a routine.

Because real change doesn’t come from repetition alone — it comes from awareness, intention and response.

📍Lisa Lomas Therapies
Rothesay, Isle of Bute

23/03/2026

🌿 If your skin has been feeling a bit dull, puffy or tired lately… you’re not alone.

I’m putting something together for April to help with exactly this 👀

📍Isle of Bute

23/03/2026

https://lisalomastherapies-mufob.wordpress.com/2026/03/23/why-one-facial-isnt-enough-the-science-behind-treatment-courses/

If you’ve ever been curious as to why I usually recommend a course of treatments, learn why in my latest blog 🥰

22/03/2026

Many people don’t realise that recovery after surgery isn’t just about time — it’s also about how the body heals.

Following surgery, it’s common to experience:
• swelling
• fluid retention
• tightness through the tissues
• areas that feel restricted or uncomfortable

As the body heals, scar tissue can also form. This is a natural part of recovery, but sometimes it can feel tight, restricted or affect how the surrounding area moves.

This is where treatments such as vacutherapy may be used to gently support the body during the recovery process.

Using controlled suction and release, vacutherapy works with the tissues rather than applying pressure, which can feel more comfortable for sensitive areas. It may help encourage circulation, support lymphatic movement and reduce that feeling of heaviness or tightness that can develop after surgery.

It can also be used to help improve the mobility of scar tissue over time, supporting the surrounding tissue to move more freely as healing progresses.

Every client is different, and timing is important — treatment is always adapted depending on where you are in your recovery and how your body is responding. Often I work with scar tissue that is years, even decades old. Other times it can be from much more recent surgeries or injuries.

This is something I’m always happy to discuss if you’re unsure what is appropriate for you.

📍Lisa Lomas Therapies
Rothesay, Isle of Bute

16/03/2026

https://lisalomastherapies-mufob.wordpress.com/2026/03/16/facial-cupping-explained-does-it-really-boost-collagen/

Facial cupping has been gaining attention in the beauty and wellness world, and many people are curious about what it actually does. Clients who visit my clinic on the Isle of Bute often …

16/03/2026

https://www.lisalomastherapies.com/post/what-is-vacutherapy-and-how-does-it-support-stress-relief-and-pain-reduction-rothesay-isle-of-bu

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Discover how vacutherapy supports stress relief, lymphatic flow and pain reduction at Lisa Lomas Therapies in Rothesay. Sessions from £30.Many clients arrive at Lisa Lomas Therapies in Rothesay curious about vacutherapy but unsure what it actually involves.Some have never heard of it.Others have se...

13/03/2026

Did you know your fascia doesn’t just affect how you move, but also your lymphatic flow? When fascia becomes restricted, it may slow natural fluid circulation, leaving people feeling sluggish or puffy. Understanding fascia’s role can be key to holistic well-being. In my latest article, I share how targeted fascial release techniques can help restore both mobility and flow.

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13/03/2026

Part of a treatment on back and shoulders using Vacutherapy

13/03/2026

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Pain in the big toe joint is surprisingly common. Many people experience stiffness, swelling, or sharp pain at the base of the big toe, especially when walking, exercising, or wearing certain shoes. In conventional medicine this area is called the first metatarsophalangeal joint, but most people sim...

12/03/2026

Neck tension is something I see very frequently in clinic.

Many people assume it’s just caused by posture, but there are often several contributing factors.

Common causes include:

• long hours at a desk or computer
• spending time looking down at phones or tablets
• stress and muscle guarding
• restricted fascia through the neck and shoulders
• previous injuries or repetitive strain

When the tissues in the neck and upper back become restricted, it can lead to stiffness, headaches and discomfort when turning the head.

Therapies that focus on improving circulation and mobility in the tissues — such as fascial work, massage and cupping techniques — can help release tension and restore movement.

Many clients say they feel noticeably lighter and freer through the neck and shoulders after treatment.

If you often experience neck tightness, it can also help to take regular movement breaks and gently stretch the neck and upper back during the day.

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Lisa Lomas Therapies
Rothesay – Isle of Bute

11/03/2026

Many people ask about the difference between traditional cupping and the vacutherapy I use in clinic.

Static cupping usually involves cups being placed on the skin and left in one position for several minutes while the suction remains constant.

Vacutherapy works a little differently. I use a specialised machine that creates a gentle rhythm of suction and release while allowing the cups to glide across the skin. This helps me move through the tissues and fascia rather than leaving the cups in one place.

Both approaches have their place, and I use each technique depending on what will best support the client and the area we are working on.

Many people are surprised at how comfortable and relaxing these treatments can feel.