by Fiona Hutchinson | Nov 28, 2024 | Friends of Complete Calm, Self care
This is going to be a bit of a meandering post on work, winter, rest and the festive season. I’m currently writing this from my local coffee shop after my gym session, I don’t actually start work-work till late this afternoon. And this is fine. In my early years of...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Nov 25, 2024 | Friends of Complete Calm, Guest blog, Self care, Shoulder pain, Uncategorized, Yoga
Hello and welcome to a blog from my lovely yoga teacher Nerine. I’ve recently rediscovered yoga and the benefits it brings. My work is moderately physical and I’m on my feet for most of the day. Which means I can be tired and experience tight shoulders and...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Oct 31, 2024 | gift cards, Gift Vouchers, Harrogate massage, Massage Harrogate, Massage Therapy in Harrogate, Self care
As the festive season approaches, it’s time to think about gifts that truly make a difference. We all know someone who could use a little extra comfort and relaxation – whether it’s a loved one, a friend, or even yourself! A massage voucher is more than just a gift;...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Sep 16, 2024 | Self care
Midlife is a time of change, fluctuating hormones, and sometimes a few extra aches and pains. For many women, it’s also a time when self-care plummets off the priority list, overtaken by work, family, and life’s endless to-do list. Massage therapy isn’t just a luxury...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Jul 17, 2024 | Chronic pain, Clinical massage therapy, Deep tissue massage, Trigger Points
Hello! I’m Fiona and I specialise in treating back and shoulder conditions such as frozen shoulder, rotator cuff issues and piriformis syndrome using clinical massage therapy. What does this mean? Basically you come in with your tight shoulders and aching lower back...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Jul 15, 2024 | Cold stone massage, Foot massage, Leg massage, Uncategorized
Beat the heat A cooling treat for tired, achy legs and feet. Has summer left you with puffy ankles, or hot, tired legs and feet? Try a refreshing cooling massage with chilled marble stones, and soothing massage strokes to help ease the aches and help relieve puffy...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Dec 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Know anyone who is tired and stressed this Christmas? After the hectic festive period this is a chance to unwind and unknot tight shoulders. To have time to relax and switch off. The opportunity to reset after a hectic year, easing pain and aiding free movement. I use...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Dec 18, 2023 | Gift Vouchers, Uncategorized, Yoga nidra
Deep Midwinter Rest, a fragrant winter massage and yoga nidra, similar to a guided meditation. Has the lead up to the festivities left you burnt out and frazzled? Maybe you’ve been working hard, running round getting ready for Christmas, partying, preparing for...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Jun 2, 2023 | Assisted stretching
What is dynamic assisted stretching? Everyone knows stretching is good for them, and has lots of benefits such as improving posture, increasing flexibility and aiding muscle recovery. In dynamic assisted stretching (also known as stretch therapy) a stretch therapist...
by Fiona Hutchinson | Feb 19, 2022 | Hot stone massage, Relaxing massage
The perfect treat for Mother’s Day! Get comfortable on the heated treatment couch, with warm soft blankets and extra hot towels. So cosy it’ll make you forget you’re in Yorkshire in March! We begin with a muscle-melting hot stone back, shoulder and...
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