Jane Eastwood Ayurveda

Jane Eastwood Ayurveda Clinical Massage Therapist and Ayurvedic Practitioner specialising in chronic and musculoskeletal pain conditions

Why does my pain keep coming back?It’s one of the questions I’m asked most often.Many people assume recurring pain means...
06/08/2026

Why does my pain keep coming back?

It’s one of the questions I’m asked most often.

Many people assume recurring pain means they’ve injured themselves again. While that can sometimes be the case, it’s often not the whole story.

Pain may keep returning because the underlying reason hasn’t been addressed. The way your body is moving, muscle tension, stress, sleep, previous injuries or everyday habits can all influence how your body feels.

That’s why I don’t begin by simply treating the area that hurts.

I begin by listening.

By understanding the bigger picture, we can often uncover the factors contributing to your pain and create a treatment plan that’s tailored to you not just your symptoms.

If you’ve been living with recurring aches or pains, I hope this offers reassurance that you don’t have to put up with it.

“Why are you working on my back when my shoulder hurts?”It’s a question I hear quite often.When we’re in pain, it’s comp...
21/07/2026

“Why are you working on my back when my shoulder hurts?”

It’s a question I hear quite often.

When we’re in pain, it’s completely natural to focus on the place that hurts. Sometimes that area is the source of the problem but not always.

Our bodies are designed to adapt. If one joint isn’t moving well or one group of muscles becomes tight or weak, other areas often work harder to compensate. Over time, those compensations can become uncomfortable themselves.

That’s why I always begin by understanding how your body is moving as a whole. I can then tailor treatment to the cause of your symptoms not just where you happen to feel them today.

Sometimes that means working directly on the painful area. Sometimes it means treating somewhere that seems less obvious.

Every body has its own story. My role is to help you understand it.

Have you noticed that some people absolutely love the heat because their aches and pains seem to melt away, while others...
09/07/2026

Have you noticed that some people absolutely love the heat because their aches and pains seem to melt away, while others feel stiffer, more uncomfortable or inflamed?

In clinic, I’ve noticed that people respond to hot weather very differently. From an Ayurvedic perspective, this makes perfect sense.

If your body naturally tends towards feeling cold, stiff or sluggish, the warmth of summer can help muscles relax and joints move more freely. Many people notice they wake up with less stiffness and find movement easier.

However, if your pain has a more inflammatory nature - perhaps the joints feel hot, swollen or irritated - prolonged heat can sometimes make symptoms feel more intense. This is associated with what Ayurveda describes as Pitta related pain characterised by heat and inflammation.

There’s another interesting twist.

For those with a Vata tendency, warmth is usually beneficial, but too much heat over time can become drying. While pain may improve initially, the body can gradually become depleted, leaving joints cracking and feeling stiff if the hot weather is prolonged.

So if you’re wondering why your neighbour is enjoying the sunshine while you’re struggling a little more, it may simply be that your body is responding differently.

One of the things I love about Ayurveda is that it reminds us there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to health. The same weather, food or treatment can affect each of us differently.

As the hot weather continues, it’s worth paying attention to what your body is telling you rather than assuming everyone should feel the same.

Stay well, keep hydrated, and listen to the signals your body is giving you.

I’m often asked how Ayurveda sits alongside my Clinical Massage practice.Think of it this way: massage gives your tissue...
28/06/2026

I’m often asked how Ayurveda sits alongside my Clinical Massage practice.

Think of it this way: massage gives your tissues a clear, targeted message to release, restore, and move more freely. Ayurveda invites your whole system to settle into that relief. Stress eases, sleep deepens, digestion supports healing and daily routines become allies rather than obstacles. The result isn’t a quick fix; it’s a sustainable path to lasting pain relief.

I’ve watched clients transform over weeks and months. A stiff back loosens with deliberate releases and mindful self-care; neck tension eases as breathing, posture and gentle oil routines come into play; postural strains soften when sleep, digestion and stress responses are balanced. You get the evidence-informed, hands-on techniques you need but with the wrap-around self-care to enhance and maintain your recovery.

If you’re dealing with chronic or recurrent musculoskeletal pain and you want something practical and sustainable, send me a message or book online (link in bio) and we’ll get started on a plan that works with your body and supports your daily routine.

What am I growing in my garden (photo below)?Full marks if you guessed Ashwagandha, a very popular Ayurvedic herb that’s...
25/06/2026

What am I growing in my garden (photo below)?

Full marks if you guessed Ashwagandha, a very popular Ayurvedic herb that’s everywhere at the moment. The thing about Ashwagandha is that it’s not suitable for everyone, it’s not for long-term use and, as an Ayurvedic herb, it’s not intended to be used allopathically.

Let’s unpack that a little.

Ashwagandha is most suitable for people with Vata and Kapha tendencies. This is because it’s heating. Vata and Kapha doshas have a tendency towards cold therefore a heating herb is appropriate. Pitta, on the other hand, runs hot. Adding extra heat can be counter-productive and even exacerbate the problem. That isn’t to say it’s completely contraindicated for Pitta types; if Ashwagandha is strongly indicated for a condition, a practitioner may incorporate other herbs to manage the heat.

This extends to the season; summer is Pitta season. While Ashwagandha may be more appropriate in Vata or Kapha seasons, the excess heat of summer may make it less suitable even for Vata or Kapha types at this time of year.

Now, let’s talk about long-term use. Medicinal herbs are used to balance energies in the body and used over long period of time, the balance can easily tip. A heating herb used over many months or years can cause heat and dryness to build in the body even if it was appropriate in the first instance to correct a particular condition. Moreover, everything we put in our mouth has to be processed by the liver and kidneys and adding those which aren’t strictly necessary, takes its toll over time.

Finally, when I ask people why they are taking Ashwagandha, the typical response is because I’m stressed and/or anxious. To use it in this way is no better than taking an allopathic anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medication and may well be less effective. And, as explained above, it’s not without its “side-effects”.

Ayurveda is a holistic system of medicine; when taken in the right way and combined with diet and lifestyle changes, Ashwagandha can certainly help to balance stress and anxiety. Here, it will not only relieve the symptoms, but also balance the aggravated doshas and lead to a long-term resolution of the problem.

I’ve had a few new followers recently so thought it would be a good time to reintroduce myself.I’m Jane Eastwood, a clin...
23/06/2026

I’ve had a few new followers recently so thought it would be a good time to reintroduce myself.

I’m Jane Eastwood, a clinically trained massage therapist and Ayurveda practitioner with over 15 years experience in helping people get out of pain. The marriage of these two disciplines is at the heart of how I care for my clients. By combining Ayurveda’s holistic approach with clinical massage, you’ll experience precise, pain-relieving techniques alongside Ayurvedic guidance that supports your body’s natural healing.

I’m also slave to a beautiful Siberian Forest cat called Nell who you can see in the photo. She’s just over a year old and keeps me on my toes. Interesting fact: I’m super allergic to cats but Siberian Forest cats have minuscule levels of Feline D1 (the protein that causes allergies) and I have no reaction whatsoever. Anyway, she’s quite the poser and much more photogenic than me so here she is in the first picture (you can swipe across for my photo!).

When I’m not helping clients or meeting the demands of a furry tyrant, you’ll likely find me practising yoga, tending my garden (I love growing my own culinary and medicinal herbs), experimenting in the kitchen or enjoying good cup of coffee. I’m passionate about natural approaches to wellbeing and love discovering new ways to stay balanced and energised.

I hope to see you on here or in the clinic soon!

People often assume Ayurveda is against “modern” or “western” medicine. This is not the case. Modern medicine is vital...
28/04/2026

People often assume Ayurveda is against “modern” or “western” medicine. This is not the case. Modern medicine is vital for acute and emergency health crises.

Meanwhile, Ayurveda encourages us to work with the rhythms of nature to prevent ill-health and treat chronic (long-term) conditions by using a personalised system of diet, lifestyle, herbal medicine, yoga and massage therapies.

There’s so much more to Ayurveda than the doshas but they are an excellent starting point for getting to know what works...
23/04/2026

There’s so much more to Ayurveda than the doshas but they are an excellent starting point for getting to know what works for you as unique human-being. People are often surprised to hear that there are two things to consider when looking at your doshic balance: Prakriti which is your genetic constitution, and Vikriti which is your current state of health.

Understanding Prakriti helps us to identify diet and lifestyle features which are most suited to our own constitution while being aware of Vikriti is tells when we are out of kilter and what tools we need to bring things back into balance.

It’s always lovely to receive testimonials from clients. Thank you to all those who have taken time to write about thei...
21/04/2026

It’s always lovely to receive testimonials from clients. Thank you to all those who have taken time to write about their experience. Head over to my shiny new website at www.janeeastwood.com - link in bio - to see more.

01/04/2026

Ever wondered what makes Ayurveda so unique? It's all about tailoring healthcare to you. I created this bespoke herbal blend to meet the specific needs of one of today’s clients, highlighting the importance of working with a qualified practitioner who can identify your Prakriti (genetic constitution) and Vikriti (current state of health) and manage treatment accordingly.

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