Plymstock Reflexology & Bowen

07/08/2026

Aren't our bodies incredible?

💪 Muscles make up as much as 40% of adult body weight
⚡️ Nerve impulses can transmit signals at speeds up to 400 km/h
🦴 Your leg bones are stronger, gram for gram, than concrete (in terms of compression strength, relative to weight)

And yet, even the strongest systems can experience tension, imbalance, or fatigue.

That’s why gentle, whole-body approaches like Bowen Therapy come in. It works with the body’s natural design to restore ease and balance, as best it's able.

07/08/2026

Just a shout out about a local business with a brilliant product. My family loves these healthy little bites full of nutrients,We've half eaten them already 🤣. Contact the lovely Claire Shenton to order yours.

31/07/2026

My lovely 17 year old son is looking for a holiday job/part time job to do alongside college. He is very strong and hard working, hes done a few labouring jobs for my husband but needs something ongoing. If anyone knows of anything please let me know. Indeed is a very frustrating roure to go down. Thank you.

31/07/2026

🌙 New Research: Can reflexology reduce Restless Legs Syndrome and improve Sleep Quality?
A randomized, double-blind clinical trial found that women with Multiple Sclerosis who received foot reflexology experienced:
✨ Reduced Restless Legs Syndrome symptoms
😴 Improved sleep quality
Researchers concluded that foot reflexology is a non-invasive approach that can be easily implemented.
👣 If you or your loved one has Multiple Sclerosis as your primary care provider about incorporating reflexology into your wellness routine.
Find a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist (RCRT™) near you: reflexologycanada.org
📚 Study:
Effect of Foot Reflexology on Restless Legs Syndrome and Sleep Quality in Female Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized, Double-Blind Clinical Trial
🔗 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42466006/

30/07/2026

Not all bodywork works the same way.

Bowen Therapy takes a different approach.

Rather than forcing change, Bowen uses gentle, precise moves followed by intentional pauses — allowing the body time to respond.

The focus isn’t on doing more.

It’s on understanding the body’s signals, working with its natural processes, and knowing when less can be more.

That’s the Bowen difference.

30/07/2026

Love this ❤️

28/07/2026

☕ Your morning coffee may be doing more than helping you wake up.

A new study published in JAMA followed more than 131,000 people for up to 43 years and found that drinking 2–3 cups of caffeinated coffee per day was associated with an 18% lower risk of dementia compared with drinking little or none.

People with higher caffeinated coffee intake were also less likely to report subjective cognitive decline and performed modestly better on certain measures of cognitive function.

The strongest associations were seen with moderate coffee intake—about 2–3 cups per day.

Researchers believe coffee's benefits may come from more than just caffeine. Coffee is rich in bioactive compounds, including polyphenols, that may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress—two processes that are closely linked to brain aging.

This doesn't mean coffee prevents dementia or guarantees protection. This was an observational study, so it can't prove cause and effect. But it adds to growing evidence that the habits we practice consistently over decades can influence brain health as we age.

Your daily habits matter. Sleep. Exercise. Blood sugar control. A nutrient-dense diet. Strong social connections. And yes... your morning cup of coffee may be one small piece of the puzzle. ☕🧠

28/07/2026

27/07/2026

Im now back from this beautiful place and already into a busy week in the treatment room.
Hope to see you soon.

15/07/2026

Absolutely. I had a client today who told me that her sleep had improved massively since her Reflexology appointment.

📢 New Research Alert! 😴👣
Can reflexology help improve sleep?
🔬 A randomized controlled trial found that foot reflexology massage using aromatic oils significantly improved sleep quality in individuals with poor sleep. The researchers concluded that this approach shows promise as a safe, cost-effective complementary therapy to support better sleep.
💚 Better sleep starts with better self-care.
Reflexology - Evidence-informed care.
📖 Read the study:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42428595/
🔎 Find a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist (RCRT™):
www.reflexologycanada.org