Steven Murdoch Clinical Massage

03/01/2026

This page is no longer updated regularly.

For current information, appointments, and how I work with persistent pain, please visit
https://stevenmurdoch.co.uk

If you’re looking for education and self-care guidance for jaw pain or TMJ issues, I’ve created a separate resource at
https://tmjpaincare.com

11/12/2025

🎁 Give the Gift of Wellbeing This Christmas 🎁
If you’re searching for a thoughtful, restorative present — or you’d like to give someone a gentle hint — my massage gift cards make the perfect choice.

• Redeemable against any treatment
• Beautiful designs
• Quick and easy to buy online

A meaningful gift for anyone who needs time to relax and reset.
👉 Shop gift cards here: https://bit.ly/3UvjCOc

24/11/2025

Here is an insightful article about Fascia, the connective tissue that wraps around and through our muscles organs and blood vessels. It’s great for some insight and also has recommendations beyond just using a foam roller: recommending movement of all sorts. Have a read, I recommend it.

Our muscles, bones and organs are held together by a network of tissue that influences our every move. Is there a way we can use it to our advantage?

10/11/2025

There are one or two appointment slots open for this week. If you've been meaning to book, now is a good time. To secure your preferred time, simply navigate to our website and click on any "Find me an appointment" button. This will take you directly to our easy-to-use booking page where you can view available times and confirm your visit. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Holistic therapy for MSK pain management. Specialist in chronic and complex pain, including TMJ jaw pain and low back pain. Book your complementary therapy in N13 today.

19/10/2025

📣 A couple of appointment slots have opened up this week! If you've been meaning to book, now's the perfect time. Just follow the link to check availability and to book your appointment. Don't forget you can always book a discovery video call or telephone call back to explore treatment ahead of committing to an in-person session.



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03/10/2025

Release Jaw Tension with Temporalis Muscle Self-Massage! ✨

Are you experiencing persistent tension around your jaw or temples? 🤔 Often, the temporalis muscles, located on the sides of your head, are the hidden culprits!
Here's how to give your temporalis muscles some much-needed relief:
1. Grab Your Tools! 🤲 Hold a small massage ball in each hand. If you don't have massage balls, your fingertips can work too!
2. Find Your Spot. 🎯 Place the massage balls (or your fingertips) on your temples, just above your cheekbones.
3. Gentle Sinking. 💧 Allow the balls to slowly sink into the tissue. This isn't about forceful pressure; it's about gentle, sustained contact to encourage release.
4. Slow & Steady. 🕰️ Work slowly, giving the tissue ample time to soften and release any accumulated tension. Listen to your body and breathe deeply.
5. Thoughtful Movement. 🔄 Gently move each ball from the cheekbone backwards and upwards, just above the ear. Pause as needed on any tender spots to allow for deeper release.
Give your jaw the relief it deserves and say goodbye to that nagging tension! Incorporating this simple self-massage into your routine can make a big difference.

Pick up a cork ball complete self-massage set and free guide at your next visit.

29/09/2025

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗷𝗮𝘄 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻? 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽! 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳:

𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵:

• Start gently – no pain necessary!
• Use slow, circular movements to encourage relaxation.
• Allow the ball to sink into the tissue.
• Hold on tender spots until tension releases.
• Reduce pressure or stop if you feel pain.
• Focus on overall body tension, not just your jaw, for better results.

𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀:

• Place a massage ball on each cheek, just below your cheekbones.
• Allow the balls to slowly sink into the tissue.
• Work slowly, giving your tissue time to release.
• Move each ball from the cheekbone down along your masseter muscles until you reach your jawbone.

Ready to feel the difference? Learn more about our Cork Ball Complete Self-Massage Set during your next session!

22/09/2025

✨ Results come from ownership ✨

One thing I’ve observed is the clients who get the best results are the ones who own their self-care.

That’s why I recommend self-care protocols that mirror what we do in treatments—so you can build your own pain care toolkit at home.

Here are some of my go-to tools:

🔥 Heat compresses for quick pain-relief
⚡ Trigger point balls and foot rollers for self-myofascial release
💪 Resistance bands for strengthening

But here’s the key: research shows that doing one exercise you actually enjoy and find helpful is far more powerful than 10 you don’t connect with.

👉 My advice?

Try a technique (heat, breathwork, self-myofascial release, meditation, etc.) consistently for at least a week. Notice how your body responds.

If it helps—keep it. If not—ditch it.

Self-care isn’t about doing everything. It’s about finding what works best for you.

08/09/2025

There are one or two appointment slots open for this week. If you've been meaning to book, now is a great time to find a slot. To secure your preferred time, simply navigate to our website and click on any "Find me an appointment" button. This will take you directly to our easy-to-use booking page where you can view available times and confirm your visit. We look forward to seeing you soon!

https://bit.ly/3XXA24e

24/08/2025

We'll be closed this Bank Holiday Monday, but we're open as usual the rest of the week! There are still one or two slots available. To check availability and book your appointment, just head over to our secure online booking page.

https://bit.ly/3UFQELI

15/08/2025

Looking for a thoughtful present that truly makes a difference? Our 𝗡𝗘𝗪 gift cards are the perfect way to show you care.

𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

Whether it’s for a birthday, special occasion, or simply to say “thank you,” your recipient can choose from our range of high-quality wellness products—like spiky massage balls, resistance bands, and footsie rollers—or put it towards one of our expert clinical massage appointments.

It’s the ideal gift for anyone who deserves to feel better, move more freely, and enjoy a little well-earned self-care.

𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘆

When you purchase a gift card, you’ll receive a unique code you can email directly to your recipient—no wrapping, postage, or guesswork required. They can redeem it in-clinic by simply providing the code when booking their massage appointment, or use it to pick up the products that suit them best. A gift card from us is more than just a present—it’s an invitation to wellness.

Gift cards are the perfect way to treat a loved one, friend, or even yourself. Choose to have your gift card emailed instantly or schedule it for a special day.

04/08/2025

Hello Monday! Hope you had a good weekend!? There’s high demand this week, with just one slot available - Saturday 9th at 9:15 AM.

If you can't find an available time, please join our waitlist! You'll be notified immediately if a slot opens up from cancellations or rescheduling.

Find the waitlist link at the bottom of the calendar, in the availability section.

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Discover effective holistic treatments for acute and chronic MSK pain through Advanced Myofascial Release & Jing Method Clinical Massage in London N13.