SG Massage Therapies

Maternity Leave Update👶🏼

Don’t get too excited guys, I’ve been getting a lot of calls/messages lately to see if i’m back to work yet so just a little update to tell you that there is currently no update🫠

Can we believe i have a 9 month old baby now!!! Where has that time even gone, I remember naive pregnant me telling all my lovely clients that i’ll be back in 6 months, how wrong i was! Truth is childcare is proving more challenging that we thought and on top of that Jack is a little b**b monster so the logistics of getting back to work aren’t easy to sort out.

I’m aiming for a September return with reduced appointment availability so i’ll be in touch closer to the time for your help on choosing my working days
Until then i’m going to make the most of my boy whilst he’s still a wee bebe🫶🏻

Take Care,
Sophie x

MATERNITY LEAVE👶🏼🍼

We made it to 37 weeks but me and my ankles are ready for some R&R before this bebe arrives now💛🤰🏼
A massive thank you for all of the lovely messages and gifts, I’ve felt so loved and will miss seeing all my lovely clients every week!
I’ll be sure to update you all once little one has arrived and will keep you all posted on when i’ll be taking booking again!
But for now, Lots of love and take care
From me & bump # # #

So I have a new recruit starting very soon 🤍

As all of my regulars will know (theres absolutely no hiding this belly now🤰🏼) I’m expecting my first little bebe in August😬

The baby brain kicked in early for me hence my near non-existent presence on socials this year! I’ve been lucky enough to have a pretty smooth pregnancy so far and many many massages have kept me going till this point🙌🏻

I’ll be starting maternity leave at the end of July so this is your 3 week warning to get yourself booked in before I put my feet up💆🏼‍♀️

DM or follow the Book Now link in my bio to book your appointment📩

A non extensive list of things you really don’t need to apologise for at the start of your appointment…

I can almost guarantee my legs are just as hairy as yours🥰🪒

Happy Wednesday lovely people🤍

This sunshine and light evenings are teasing summer and I am here for it🙌🏻

'No pain no gain' Is a phrase I hear clients say all the time... but is it true?

I recently had a new client tell me during her consultation that she was already scared of me because she'd had a massage before and It was so painful she felt like she'd been beaten up afterwards... not cool👎🏻

Deep tissue & sports massage have a bit of a reputation for being painful, This is mainly because they are focusing on a 'problem area' and you are most likely in some degree of pain/discomfort before your massage even starts, However it's really important that your therapist works within your own pain tolerance to make sure you are comfortable.

If you are feeling tense because you think pain is on the way then your muscles will be tensing too and your body will just be fighting back against all the good work we are trying to do, I will always make sure to check the pressure with you throughout your massage as the last thing i want as a therapist is to get to the end of a treatment and my client is relieved that it's over and be sprinting out the door.

Everyone's idea of what is a firm or light pressure is different so please don't feel embarrassed if you want your therapist to take things a little lighter, You can still have a great massage and achieve great results without feeling like you've been beaten up👊🏻

Lovely bit of feedback before the weekend🌟

⚡️Massage and the Immune System⚡️

There is a growing body of research to support the benefits of regular massage to your general health and wellbeing

A study conducted by Professor Fulvio D’Acquisto, Professor of Immunology at the University of Roehampton, shows that massage can increase your body’s natural immune cells by 20%

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Its that time of year again and a massage is the perfect way to let your special people know you care about them🎁

Every massage is tailored to your individual needs and is a great way to unwind from the mayhem of Christmas or beat the January blues

DM or email to purchase yours today💌

Happy Halloween💀

Hope you’re all feeling better than this guy!

I do love a bit of anatomy art.. Who knew you had so many muscles in your neck? And thats not even all of them!

When you think about how hard these muscles have to work to constantly support your head it make you realise its important to show them some love and keep them in top shape

If you’ve had a good neck massage recently then you know the difference it can make to how you feel.. when was the last time you got booked in??

DM for availability📩

✨NOW OPEN✨
My very own little treatment room is finally ready!!

I’ve been working hard lately to make a cosy and inviting room for you all, there are still some finishing touches to be made but i really hope you all like it🤍

Based in Great Baddow, Chelmsford📍

For availability DM me or follow the book now link in bio💻

WE MADE IT TO THE TOP🏔

What a lovely time in Wales, We were in thick cloud at the summit of Snowdon so didn’t get any lovely views but what an acheivement! I’ve now added Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis to the to do list✍🏻🥾
Who’s climbed them and what tips do you have for me!?!?

I’m looking forward to getting stuck back in to work and nearly ready to reveal an exciting project i’ve been working on these last few months.. any guesses to what it could be??

How much do you know about your pecs?

The Pectoralis major is the muscle that is responsible for both punching and hugging, Its easy to work on with men and more difficult to work on with women

The pec major both flexes and extends the humerus, whilst the pec minor works with other muscles in the region to produce various movements of the scapula
There is a direct correlation between tension in the pecs and the tension that is felt in the neck and shoulders

When the pecs are tight and tense they pull the shoulder forwards which creates a downward spiral through the shoulders and neck

If you are coming to see me because you have rounded shoulders then you can be sure that we’ll be doing some work on your pecs too

To book your treatment contact me directly or visit my booking system – Link in bio

🚨Its competition time

Head over to my instagram for your chance to win a 30 minute massage🤩

Lower back pain is considered to be one of the most common reasons that people see a GP, It can present itself to be an acute short-term condition or have long-term implications stemming from repetitive actions, a sedentary lifestyle, or injury. ⠀
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Sometimes, it can resolve itself, or it appears to have resolved, more often than not the body adapts and the symptoms diminish, but the underlying changes are still there which often leads to chronic conditions. ⠀
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Generally massage can help to relieve lower back pain but it’s important to remember that LBP is a very broad term that covers a large area of the body and can have a variety of underlying causes, If during your treatment I feel you need more help than what massage can offer I have an amazing network of Chiropractors and Physiotherapists to refer you on to🫶🏻

Sciatica - What is it and how can massage help?

Sciatica is where the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back to your feet, is irritated or compressed

Sciatica can cause pain, tingling and numbness in the bottom, back of the legs, feet and toes

How can massage help?
- relaxing tight muscles
- improving blood circulation
- reducing stress
- creating a better healing environment

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It about time I introduced myself and put a face to the page☺️
I’m Sophie and I love my job as a massage therapist, I’m fascinated by all things anatomy and I am passionate about promoting the body’s own natural healing abilities through the use of various massage techniques. I look to help each patient restore their health and balance by viewing the body and mind as a whole and it’s so rewarding to help so many people feel better and transform their lives.

In my spare time you’ll most likely find me chilling with my fur babies and planning my next adventure🏝

I cant wait to help you reach your wellness goals ✨