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Welcome to Forever Balanced Therapy, your sanctuary for expert sports massage and comprehensive solutions aimed at correcting postural imbalances.

My name is Lisa, and I am the proud owner and fully qualified therapist based near Epping, Essex.

I specialise in sports massage, lymphatic drainage, cupping therapy, and a variety of other therapeutic services that are crafted to boost your health and enhance your athletic performance.

At Forever Balanced Therapy, we recognize the struggles associated with postural imbalances. I am committed to providing personalised care and effective treatments to help you achieve a balanced, pain-free posture.

Book a session with me to experience how my targeted therapies can revolutionise your approach to physical wellness and assist you in managing postural imbalances.

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How My Therapies Can Help With Postural Imbalances

Relieves Muscle Tension

Sports massage targets chronic muscle tension that contributes to poor posture, helping to relax and lengthen tight muscles, which can improve overall body alignment.

Corrects Imbalances

By focusing on specific areas of tension and weakness, sports massage can help correct imbalances in the muscle groups that support posture, promoting a more balanced and symmetrical body alignment.

Enhances Joint Mobility

Regular massage therapy improves range of motion in joints, allowing for greater flexibility and ease in maintaining correct posture, which can prevent the strain and pain associated with postural deviations.

Promotes Awareness of Body Mechanics

Sports massage can increase body awareness, helping individuals recognize the patterns of poor posture and actively work to correct them in daily activities.

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Sports Massage

Sports Massage

Sports massage provides numerous benefits to athletes and active individuals. It can help you recover from muscle injuries and soreness, reduce the risk of future injuries, improve flexibility and range of motion, and enhance overall physical performance. It can help improve your physical health and ultimately achieve your fitness goals.
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Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic drainage provides significant health benefits, including detoxification, reduced swelling, and enhanced natural healing. It promotes toxin removal, supports the immune system, and improves circulation, offering a path to balanced health and vitality through gentle therapy.
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Cupping Hertfordshire & Essex

Cupping

Cupping therapy, an ancient holistic treatment, relieves muscle tension, improves blood flow, and supports deep tissue repair. It boosts relaxation, enhances well-being, and promotes natural healing, rejuvenating the body and mind. Ideal for stress, injuries, or health improvement, cupping offers a versatile solution to enhance life quality
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Pregnancy Massage Herts & Essex

Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage provides essential relaxation, eases muscle soreness, and enhances emotional well-being for expectant mothers. Pregnancy massage will help with maternal wellness, supporting a balanced lifestyle, and contributing to improved sleep, decreased stress, and increased overall comfort.
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Workplace Massage - Massage at Work

Workplace Massage

Workplace massage offers stress relief, muscle tension reduction, and morale boost for your hard-working staff directly at your office. This service promotes wellness, work-life balance, and leads to better concentration, reduced absenteeism, and a more engaged team.
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Postural Imbalances Explained

Understanding Postural Imbalances

Postural imbalances occur when the natural alignment of the spine is disrupted, leading to physical stress, pain, and decreased mobility. These imbalances can be the result of habitual poor posture, structural spinal deviations, or muscle discrepancies. The condition not only affects physical appearance but also contributes significantly to various musculoskeletal issues.

Types and Symptoms

  • Forward Head Posture: Neck and shoulders protrude forward over the chest, commonly seen with prolonged computer use.
  • Swayback: Excessive inward curve at the lower back, often creating a “slouching” appearance.
  • Kyphosis: Exaggerated rounding of the upper back, sometimes called “hunchback”.
  • Scapular Winging: Shoulder blades that stick out away from the back, indicative of muscle weakness or nerve damage.

Symptoms of postural imbalances often include:

  • Persistent back, neck, and shoulder pain.
  • Reduced flexibility and discomfort during movement.
  • Increased incidence of headaches due to neck strain.
  • Fatigue, particularly in the back and neck, from the extra effort required to maintain posture.

Causes

Postural imbalances are typically caused by a combination of factors:

  • Prolonged Sitting: Spending long hours in a seated position, especially with poor ergonomic practices.
  • Lifestyle and Occupational Hazards: Jobs or hobbies that promote repetitive motions or require standing or sitting in one position for extended periods.
  • Muscle Weakness or Tightness: Imbalances in muscle strength and flexibility can pull the body out of alignment.
  • Genetic Conditions: In some cases, structural issues like scoliosis contribute to postural imbalances.

Treatment and Management

Effective management of postural imbalances involves a multi-faceted approach:

  • Sports Massage: Helps alleviate muscle tightness and promotes better circulation and healing.
  • Physical Therapy: Focuses on strengthening weak muscles and stretching tight muscles to restore balance.
  • Exercise and Stretching: Programs like yoga and Pilates improve core strength, flexibility, and overall body awareness.
  • Ergonomic Adjustments: Proper workplace ergonomics and posture-friendly equipment can prevent the worsening of imbalances.

Prevention

Preventing postural imbalances involves maintaining an active lifestyle and being mindful of body positioning throughout the day. Regular breaks from sitting, using ergonomic furniture, and engaging in activities that promote muscle strength and flexibility are essential.

Understanding and addressing postural imbalances through therapies like sports massage can significantly improve one’s quality of life, reducing pain, enhancing mobility, and correcting body alignment for better health and well-being.

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Conditions I Can Help You With

Tension Headaches: Sports massage can help alleviate tension headaches by releasing tension in the neck, shoulders, and head.

Migraines: By improving circulation and reducing muscle tension, sports massage can help prevent the onset of migraines and reduce their severity.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ): Sports massage can also help alleviate the symptoms of TMJ, which is a condition that affects the jaw joint and can cause pain and discomfort in the head and neck.

Shoulder Tension: Sports massage can help alleviate tension and tightness in the muscles of the shoulders, which can be caused by poor posture, overuse, and stress.

Frozen Shoulder: Sports massage can help increase blood flow and circulation to the shoulder, which can help reduce inflammation and promote healing.

Rotator Cuff Injuries: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with rotator cuff injuries. It can help reduce inflammation, improve range of motion, and promote healing in the shoulder joint.

Tennis Elbow: Sports massage can help reduce inflammation and promote healing in the affected area, which can help individuals with tennis elbow recover more quickly.

Golfer's Elbow: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with golfer's elbow. Sports massage can help reduce tension in the muscles of the forearm, which can help alleviate symptoms of golfer's elbow.

Elbow Tendinitis: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with elbow tendinitis. It can help improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote healing in the affected area, which can help individuals with elbow tendinitis recover more speedily.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome, which is a condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the wrist and hand. Sports massage can help reduce inflammation and tension in the wrist and hand muscles, which can alleviate symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Trigger Finger: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with trigger finger, which is a condition that causes the finger to lock or catch when bent. It can help reduce inflammation in the tendons and improve range of motion in the affected finger.

Hand and Wrist Strains: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with hand and wrist strains. It can help reduce tension and promote healing in the affected muscles and tendons.

Hip Flexor Strain: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with hip flexor strains, which can be caused by overuse, trauma, or poor posture.

Sciatica: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with sciatica, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the hip and leg.It can help release tension in the muscles of the hip and promote circulation, which can help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms of sciatica.

Piriformis Syndrome: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with piriformis syndrome, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the hip and buttock area. It can help release tension in the piriformis muscle, which can alleviate symptoms and improve range of motion in the affected area.

Patellar Tendinitis: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with patellar tendinitis, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the knee. It can help improve circulation to the affected area, reduce tension in the muscles surrounding the knee, and promote healing in the affected tendon.

Runner's Knee: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with runner's knee, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort around the kneecap. It can help reduce tension and promote healing in the affected muscles and tendons.

Knee Arthritis: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with knee arthritis, which is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the knee joint. It can help promote circulation to the affected area, reduce inflammation, and alleviate symptoms of knee arthritis.

Plantar Fasciitis: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with plantar fasciitis, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the heel and foot. It can help reduce tension in the plantar fascia, improve circulation to the affected area, and promote healing in the affected tissues.

Achilles Tendinitis: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with Achilles tendinitis, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the Achilles tendon. It can help reduce inflammation in the affected tendon, promote circulation, and alleviate symptoms of Achilles tendinitis.

Metatarsalgia: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with metatarsalgia, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the ball of the foot. It can help reduce tension in the affected muscles, promote circulation to the affected area, and alleviate symptoms of metatarsalgia.

Back Pain: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with back pain. It can help reduce tension in the muscles of the back, improve circulation to the affected area, and promote healing in the affected tissues.

Herniated Disc: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with a herniated disc, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the back or neck. It can help reduce tension in the muscles surrounding the affected area and alleviate symptoms of a herniated disc.

Scoliosis: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with scoliosis, which is a condition that causes curvature of the spine. Sports massage can help improve range of motion in the affected area andreduce tension in the muscles of the back.

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07564 046811

Forever Balanced Therapy
Redwood, Epping Gn, Essex, CM16 6PU
5 mins from Harlow, Hoddesdon & Epping

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Monday
11:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
11:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 18:00
Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
11:00 - 14:00

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