Repair, Recover, Reinforce – AdvanceSRM Therapies’ DIY Guide to Self-Care for Runners!
In short: AdvanceSRM Therapies’ DIY guide to self-care for runners. The wheels of The Clanfield Challenge 2019 Bus have started to turn once again and we are on a journey to make this the best ever. This is the first of a series of posts, by Dr. John Hughes (Founder of Advance Soft Tissue and […]
Part 1 – SELF MASSAGE. AdvanceSRM Therapies’ DIY Guide to Self-Care for Runners!
In short: Self Massage – Longitudinal Gliding! Being able to support your physical wellbeing to improve the movement, mobility and glide of soft tissues of the body is essential for healthy running. Freedom from adhesions, restrictions or tightness will ensure that the muscles, tendons, ligaments and surrounding soft tissue structures are able The to move […]
Part 2 – SELF MASSAGE. AdvanceSRM Therapies’ DIY Guide to Self-Care for Runners!
In short: Soft Tissue Release (STR)! ‘The heart of healing lies in our ability to listen, to see, to perceive more than in our application of technique’ – Thomas W. Myers In the previous post, I introduced you to self-massage and the benefits of longitudinal gliding. In this post you will learn about an advanced […]
Static Sretching. AdvanceSRM Therapies’ DIY Guide to Self-Care for Runners!
In short: ‘To stretch or not to stretch?’ This really is the question! Amazingly, so many people striving to get the best out of their bodies in today’s world undervalue the incredible benefits of static stretching. Unless you are a professional athlete, who is afraid of reducing the power output of your muscles, then my advice […]
What is Shockwave Therapy?
In short: ‘a clinically proven and highly effective treatment for chronic soft tissue injuries’ Shock Waves are movements of extremely high pressure (energy) caused by a force. So for example an explosion results in tremendous energy being emitted from the source. This energy is transmitted away from the source in all directions. Shock Wave Therapy […]
Adapting To Covid-19
In short: Supercharged and ready for business Really pleased to announce that AdvanceSRM is still open for business during the current lockdown. A massive thankyou to everyone for their support throughout this difficult time. Whilst I have been unable to support people in-person I have really enjoyed working remotely with clients using the latest telehealth […]
Uninterrupted Support During Life with Covid-19
In short: Supercharged, Online and ready for business A major priority for AdvanceSRM in 2021 has been to ensure the clinic can continue to deliver deliver uninterrupted high-quality client care. While the COVID-19 pandemic is straining the health system worldwide our online sytem utilisesTelehealth as a tool as a substitute for in-person visits. Telehealth has been […]
Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Issues in the Workplace
In short: Are you pregnant and working in an office environment? Are you experiencing discomfort while managing the demands of work and pregnancy? You’re not alone! It’s surprising to learn that approximately 70% of pregnant women encounter musculoskeletal issues while at work. Our latest article is here to provide support. Discover effective ways to alleviate […]
Managing Osteoarthritis with Soft Tissue Therapy: A Gentle Path to Relief
Managing Osteoarthritis with Soft Tissue Therapy:A Gentle Path to Relief Osteoarthritis (OA) is more than just a medical term—it’s a daily challenge for millions, often casting a shadow over the golden years of life. This degenerative joint disease mainly affects the cartilage, that crucial cushion sitting between the bones of a joint. As the cartilage […]
Let’s Talk About It: How Your Muscles Affect Your Mood
Happy World Mental Health Day 2024 from all of us at Advance SRM Therapies! Today, we’re talking about something close to our hearts: the link between how you feel in your body and how you feel in your mind. As clinical soft tissue therapy practitioners, we see every day how the health of your muscles […]