Why you should stretch
- 12th June 2013
- Author: Janine K
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Stretching is an important part of any exercise programme and it is essential in order to maintain flexibility....
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30a Bucklersbury
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From The Bucklersbury Clinic in Hitchin, Shiatsu practitioners, Janine King and Michael Kent specialise in the ancient Japanese complementary therapy, which is widely used in Japanese hospitals as a form of physiotherapy for arthritis, neck, muscle and back pain management.
Whether you want to enhance your general health or alleviate chronic pain; reduce stress levels or recover from a sports injury, Shiatsu is a highly relaxing, preventative therapy that can target pain and improve your wellbeing.
In Japan, Shiatsu is a licensed medical form of physiotherapy, with approximately 70,000 Shiatsu practitioners currently working in Japanese hospitals. A form of acupressure, Shiatsu is a whole body, natural way of managing pain, which is done by focusing on pressure points to help the body restore its natural balance. It is suitable for all ages and is a deeply relaxing therapy that, as well as helping to manage chronic pain, can also improve energy levels and aid better sleep.
Owner of The Bucklersbury Clinic in Hitchin, Janine King, knows first-hand what benefits Shiatsu can bring. She was introduced to Shiatsu after all else had failed to alleviate the symptoms of her arthritis and was so inspired by its effects that she decided to train as a practitioner.
Janine trained with Bedfordshire's Genki School and is currently undertaking a post-graduate research year to enhance her training and knowledge. She is:
- A member of the Shiatsu Society UK
- Registered with the CNHC (Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council)
- An Associate Member of The Royal Society of Medicine
Please call The Bucklersbury Clinic in Hitchin on 01462 434 900 to make an appointment.
Treating the whole
Janine believes in looking at the individual's lifestyle in order to deliver optimum results; she will suggest ways in which you can build core strength, improve posture and increase mobility, which will help lessen ongoing symptoms.
She also understands that if you have been suffering from chronic pain, such as arthritis or back pain, you have been poked and prodded enough by medical professionals. Therefore, as a non-invasive, relaxing therapy that can be performed whilst fully clothed, Shiatsu makes a very welcome change.
Shiatsu for Sports Injuries
Whether you are a sports professional or keen amateur, a recurring injury or niggle that refuses to go away can have a huge impact.
Fellow Shiatsu practitioner, Michael Kent, has over a decade's experience as a personal trainer. Having suffered a back injury after a motorcycle accident, he tried a range of different treatments to alleviate the pain, but it wasn't until he was introduced to shiatsu that he saw immediate results.
After three years' training, Michael is now a graduate Shiatsu practitioner. With his knowledge of sport-specific training, core conditioning and nutrition, he combines his skills to offer Shiatsu treatments for individuals combating a wide variety of sports injuries.
Contact The Bucklersbury Clinic
Please call The Bucklersbury Clinic on 01462 434 900 to book a shiatsu treatment with Janine or Michael.
The Bucklersbury Clinic
30a Bucklersbury
Hitchin
Hertfordshire
SG5 1BG
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latest reviews
Once again put back together by Janine. She's so helpful and knowledgeable. Gave me some good tips to try and prevent recurring injuries. Can't thank her enough.
I was training for a half marathon and was having some muscular pain. I'd never had Shiatsu treatment so thought I would pop along to the Bucklersbury Clinic in Hitchin to give it a go. The whole process, from the initial chat and obligatory form filling to the sports massage itself was just brilliant. Michael quickly found the 'problem' areas and did some deep tissue manipulation. Felt great afterwards if a bit achy the following day but my next run was amazing. Highly recommended complementary therapy.
The Bucklersbury Clinic is such a relaxing place to visit - I love the beams and the atmosphere. Janine is so talented. I initially went along to see if I could just be 'improved', then developed a pretty hefty neck and shoulder pain due to spending too many hours at the computer. A few sessions with Janine and I am pain-free. It has to be the best hour I spend on myself - ever. It, Shiatsu, will continue to be a part of my healthcare routine - because I'm worth it.
The Bucklersbury Clinic is a great place to unwind from the stresses of everyday life. The knowledgeable practitioners create a deeply relaxing environment and use their shiatsu massage skills to help free up tight muscles and alleviate all sorts of aches and pains.
I can wholeheartedly recommend this form of therapy which has been and is incredibly helpful to me at all levels of my recovery from physical trauma
The Bucklersbury Clinic have helped my family in a variety of ways. My husband has suffered from a bad back for many years and it is only thanks to Janine at The Bucklersbury Clinic that he is now relatively pain-free. My daughter has enjoyed Shiatsu facials, which has helped her sleeping problems and I have found Shiatsu a great help with my posture and migraine headaches. I would highly recommend The Bucklersbury Clinic.
They provide a professional caring service, Janine is so knowledgeable and personable. Thank you
I've had a very relaxing facial treatment early spring and also a much needed neck, back and shoulder treatment last week. Thanks to Janine's able fingers, pressing all the right places I felt truly relaxed and ready to take on the world again. Thank you so much!
I sent a friend who was very stressed to Janine for a Shiatsu treatment. The difference in her after just one treatment was amazing - she was much calmer and felt lot's better in herself and really enjoyed the treatment.
I've been going to Bucklersbury for some month's now for assistance with tension and joint problems from sport etc. Shiastu has been a revelation. Under Janine's calming, soothing technique I found that even just one treatment made me sleep soundly and eased the aches. Keeping up with regular treatment has meant this winter has been almost pain free and also healthy (no colds etc). Janine is so professional and her expertise and caring second to none.
"I suffer from limb girdle muscular dystrophy. I was a bit sceptical at first, but found very quickly just how much shiatsu has helped me to remain confident in dealing with my condition. I thoroughly recommend to any one who is suffering from a similar condition."
I have used The Bucklersbury Clinic to resolve debilitating musculo-skeletal problems with the neck and spine They offer relief from chronic severe pain during the therapy sessions and provision of special exercise regimes to enable enhanced freedom of movement. I would recommend The Bucklersbury Clinic because Janineâs therapy has been so beneficial to me, even though other techniques and therapeutic approaches had been completely unsuccessful. The results have far exceeded my expectations. Janine has such a caring, professional approach to her work that she inspires confidence and provides support and guidance in a way that impacts positively on every-day aspects of living with, and overcoming, these kinds of spinal problems. The atmosphere and hands-on interventions she provides in her clinic always make me relax totally.
Shiatsu helped me a great deal dealing with my back problems and reduced the pain in my shoulders. Not just the massage itself but also consultations with Janine and simple exercises she suggested make better my condition."
I was very impressed with my 1st 2 Shiatsu sessions with Mike and enjoyed them a lot. He conducted a thorough consultation initially so that he could fully understand my problems and know which areas of the body to focus on. Sessions were held in a calm, relaxed environment and I found the massage very therapeutic. I always felt reassured and in safe hands. I knew I would be after several enjoyable and rewarding years working with Mike as my Personal Trainer. I saw immediate results from Shiatsu in relieving my lower back/pelvic pain and general stress-related tensions throughout my body. After the sessions, I found my body felt very loose and light, there was a vast improvement in my range of movement and my general wellbeing was a lot brighter. Having previously tried Osteopathy and Physiotherapy, I would definitely recommend Shiatsu, and Mike, to others as an effective form of treatment. I plan to incorporate regular Shiatsu sessions with him into my routine in future to try and maintain a better balanced body, both physically and mentally.
My husband and I have both used The Bucklersbury Clinic for treatment. It offers a relaxed, caring and professional environment. We have great relief with our treatments and always leave relaxed.
I have referred clients to this clinic because of the personal and professional service.