Massage

October 24, 2024

How Deep Tissue Massages Can Help with Chronic Pain

If you wake up every morning feeling stiff or sore, you’re not alone. In fact, 1 in 6 Kiwis suffer from chronic pain and it isn’t just uncomfortable – it’s downright exhausting. Many people try to manage their symptoms with painkillers or simply grin and bear it; but what if there was another way? One that […]
July 23, 2024

Combating Burnout and Stress with Massage

Whether it’s from relentless pressure at work or the never-ending demands of daily life, most of us are all too familiar with stress. But what happens when stress goes unchecked and evolves into something more sinister—burnout? Burnout is more than just feeling tired at the end of a long week; it’s a state of emotional, physical, […]
October 20, 2023

Prevent Stress and Burnout with Massage Therapy

Stress and burnout have become all too common in the day-to-day life of New Zealanders. The demands of work, family and everyday life can take a toll on our physical and mental well-being. Fortunately, there’s a solution that offers relaxation, relief and a path to wellness – massage therapy.    Stress and Burnout Stress is a […]
July 17, 2023

How Massage Therapy Can Help Posture

Maintaining good posture is essential for our overall health and well-being. Poor posture can lead to various physical and mental health issues, including nerve damage, lower back pain, reduced confidence and even depression. In today’s world, where technology has made us more sedentary, it has become increasingly important to address posture-related problems. One effective and natural […]
May 16, 2023

What Are the Benefits of Massage Therapy?

The Many Benefits of Massage Therapy Massage therapy has been practised for centuries as a therapeutic and rejuvenating technique. At Cairnhill Physiotherapy, it offers numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being. Below you’ll find the remarkable advantages of our massage therapy services, from relaxation and stress reduction to pain relief and improved overall health.   […]
September 22, 2022

What are the differences between Swedish and deep tissue massage?

Massage is quite a general term as there are many various techniques that are commonly applied. They can differ by focusing on different outcomes with techniques that include using hands, elbows, feet or devices. The purpose of massage is commonly to treat stress and muscle pain by manipulating soft tissue, dating back thousands of years. Choosing […]
May 9, 2022

Introducing Massage Therapy at Cairnhill Physiotherapy

Massage has been documented as being a part of global culture for thousands of years. Humans have used massage as a form of healing, bonding and caring for one another throughout history and it has evolved as different forms have been developed over the centuries. A modern journey of wellbeing is undeniably enriched by the proven […]