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Often referred to as meditation in motion, Tai Chi has been practised for centuries and offers a wide range of benefits, both physical and mental. Not only is it steeped in history and tradition, but…

Long-distance running requires endurance, stamina, and proper physical conditioning. The repetitive nature of the sport can lead to muscle fatigue, tightness, and even injury and it’s not something that you can just go into without…

Chronic pain is a pervasive issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It can have a profound impact on one’s quality of life, making even the simplest tasks challenging and overwhelming. Chronic pain is defined…

Sports massage is a great way to treat muscle tension and prevent injuries that athletes face. Techniques such as deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release can all be used in…

There’s nothing more relaxing and calming than a hot stone massage. In this complete guide, we look at what it is, why you should try it and what the health and well-being benefits are. At…

At Pippa’s Movement Therapy, we provide a range of different approaches for people to improve mobility and cope with problems such as chronic pain conditions. Structural integration is one supportive therapy that can help a…

You may think that it’s too late to take up a new exercise class but there is increasing evidence that Tai Chi can help not only boost overall health but may help with a wide…

Lymphatic drainage massage can benefit a wide range of people. At Pippa’s Movement Therapy in Devon, it’s just one of the specialist techniques that we use to improve people’s health. The lymphatic system is made…

The ancient art of Tai chi is an amazing workout both for the body and the brain, at least that’s according to the BBC’s Michael Mosely on his Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing. Of…

Scarwork is a gentle, manipulative therapy that helps ease problems such as stiffness, adherence and pain after scar tissue forms following an operation to partially or fully remove the breast. It’s normally performed by a…