Cardea Massage Therapy

I've spent a good portion of my life dealing with back pain of various kinds and using chiropractors in an attempt to fix the issues I had. They have generally helped at the time but unfortunately the problems often reoccurred very quickly and some have even used techniques I found ineffective like acupuncture in order to loosen muscles.

My mum heard about Cardea through her Martial Arts instructor who swore by his work and after she had her treatment she booked me in with Richard very quickly. When I came to see Richard for the first time I was again in a state. I work a relatively physical job and the week prior was hobbling around like a penguin whilst taking as many painkillers as I could. My Dr and a Chiropractor had diagnosed me with a Slipped or Torn Disk as I was suffering from bad Sciatica.

Richard believed this to be an incorrect diagnosis however and after one session my Sciatica was gone and I was able to touch my toes again like it was nothing. I went back for two more sessions as the first one was quite painful due to the deep nature of the massage. By the third the same deep tissue massage presented far less pain and so far I am yet to experience any occurrence of the pain at all.

The experience as a whole was transformative and I booked my partner in for a couple of sessions to fix her shoulder issues that had bothered her for many years. They are now gone. So yes, I would highly recommend Cardea to anyone experience back pain and will most definitely be returning for the occasional check-up or to deal with any issues if they arise in the future. More...

Richard was recommended to me by my husband after his massage. I found Richard very professional and knowledgable. After just one deep tissue massage I could move my legs freer so cycling & running has been more fluid & pain free since. Looking forward to working with Richard on a maintainance programme to improve my everyday movements and exercise enjoyment. More...

at nearly 58 I've often boasted that I rarely suffer with pain. I do a lot of exercise, am generally very active and keep fit and strong. suddenly, out of nowhere it seemed came excruciating lower back pain. overnight I turned into a little old lady hobbling about, unable to exercise and unable to sleep as I every position was uncomfortable. In desperation, I phoned Richard who I had heard about and booked in for a session. it was painful let me tell you but I slept like a log with no painkillers and today its so much better. there is still a slight twinge but I think one more session could do it. thank you Richard. More...

I had problems both sides of my lower back. The one side had given me trouble for about 8 years, but Richard managed to sort it out after 1 session. The other side gave him a bit more of a headache to solve, but he went the extra mile to find out the cause of the pain. Felt very comfortable with him during treatment and would highly recommend him. More...

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Wow!! Wow!! Wow!! I’ve been in pain for quite a while now and after only one session my shoulder pain is virtually non exsistant! ! I highly recommend Cardea Massage Therapy!!! Many thanks! More...

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