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‘A Revolutionary New Approach to the most Ancient of Healing Therapies’. That's the opinion of the Originator of No Hands® Massage – Gerry Pyves - and I completely agree.

I believe it is one of the most powerful new therapeutic massage treatments available. No Hands® Massage was conceived and developed by Gerry Pyves – a UK therapist - after clinical testing for over 20 years. (www.nohandsmassage.com). The physical, energetic, emotional, mental and spiritual levels are worked on during the massage, which is performed using the soft surfaces of the forearms. The massage is deeper and more relaxing than the usual massage, more effective than you ever thought possible. So powerful that the benefits can be felt long after the session is finished. It is Deep, Nourishing, Energising, and Rejuvenating. This massage is a new way of life – not just for the odd injury or occasional pampering. The ‘Full Body Massage’ combines all treatments into a powerful flowing Massage that will leave you feeling nurtured and rejuvenated. The ‘Back Massage’ releases the tension in the spine, hips and neck. The ‘Foot Massage’ is an amazingly deep treatment that will leave your whole body feeling transformed. The ‘Back to Basics’ Massage takes you right back to the basics of powerful touch: your breath, your relaxing muscles and absolute stillness of the mind.

The technique is also beneficial to the practitioner, in terms of strain reduction, which in turn is good for the patient.

Diane Mundy is a reflexologist and a Gold Member of RH123 contact details

Some quality time for yourself . . .

If your life is stressful, if are you busy working, if you are busy looking after the family and caring for others, then just stop and think for a moment. Just when was the last time you took some time, just when did you make some quality time for yourself?

When was the last time you stood back from your busy lifestyle? When was the last time someone cared for you?

Sometimes perhaps we forget just who we really are; perhaps we forget our true nature. Our modern lifestyle encourages us to live in such a way that perhaps we become detached from our real selves. Complementary therapies may encourage a return to our true nature even if it’s just for a short but potentially valuable time. They encourage grounding. An hour of peace and tranquility can be so valuable indeed.

We all need some time, our own special time and place to relax and unwind, to recharge those flat batteries, our own special place to recuperate, a respite from our busy, stressful lives.

Read a book, relax, take a walk, rekindle a lapsed hobby or pastime, but whatever you do give yourself a treat, do something for yourself today.

Give yourself some "me time" every day, you deserve it!

Bob Davies is a reflexologist and a Gold Member of RH123 contact details

With more and more of us living sedentary life styles our bodies are paying a price.

The human body is designed to move. It needs to do this to maintain optimal health. Movement stimulates the flow of essential fluids within the body, such as blood, lymph and the synovial fluid that lubricates the joints. This improves the quality of the body tissues including the muscles and skin. It also helps to reduce the risk of developing conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. Mental health is also known to benefit from exercise.

So find an activity that will motivate you to move, something you’ll enjoy doing. It does not necessarily mean joining an expensive gym or doing a strenuous sport. Gentle exercise works just as well. A walk in the country in the fresh air can do the world of good. An afternoon pottering in the garden is a perfect activity, but do take care lifting those heavy bags of compost!

So whatever it is, get moving! It will be a great way to shake off those winter blues!

The festive season will soon be upon us, have you organised your Christmas Turkey yet? Do you know what presents you are going to buy or have you bought them already? Have you written your Christmas cards? Or are you going to opt out and have a holiday over the Christmas Period?

If every year Christmas and New Year seem daunting why not take time for yourself in the run up to the Season or in the New Year. Treat yourself to a Complementary Therapy. Most therapies are relaxing and can help you feel you can cope with the tasks ahead. Why not have a relaxing massage, a massage for the whole body can take away the strains of every day life, or a shorter treatment on the back, have your feet and legs massaged - wonderful after traipsing around the shops wondering what you are going to buy.

Most Therapists offer Gift Vouchers, so there is another present solved. They can be for any amount – take advantage of 3 for 2 treatment offers.

Reflexology, Hypnotherapy, Osteopathy, Homeopathy - even a workout at a gym - look at www.rh123.com/health or the back pages of 'the event' - there are a number of therapists and therapies at your disposal, all offer a treatment to ease the stressful times in your life.