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We provide injury rehabilitation, sports massage, strapping and taping, strength and conditioning advice. If this is you, give us a call for help and advice.
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Working from home has presented it own challenges for many families, make shift desks may lead to poor posture, back, neck and shoulder pain. Home visits available on request.

17/11/2025

Gift vouchers available for purchase this year, pop into the clinic to order and collect

16/11/2025

👉Massage is back in the headlines with The Guardian asking how healthy massage really is and spotlighting its role in supporting people living with pain, cancer, long term conditions, anxiety and sleep problems. It is a rare piece of mainstream coverage that actually acknowledges touch as part of healthcare, not just a spa extra.

For GCMT council members who support you, the therapist, this is a reminder that what you do is skilled work. A well trained, thoughtful, evidence informed therapist can offer so much more than ‘just a massage’, helping clients feel safer in their bodies, less overwhelmed and better supported alongside wider medical care. Let us keep showing the public what safe, compassionate, professional touch really looks like.

👀Read The Guardian article here - https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2025/nov/13/massage-health-benefits

Scottish Manual Therapists Organisation The Sports Massage Association Massage Training Institute - MTI LCSP Register of Remedial Masseurs & Manipulative Therapists Complementary Health Professionals

06/11/2025

🧠 Headaches Holding You Back?

Tension headaches, migraines, and stress-related pain can stop you in your tracks — but they don’t have to.

At Handled With Care Therapies our Sports Therapists specialise in helping people find lasting relief from headache pain.
We focus on identifying the root cause — whether it’s tight muscles through the neck and shoulders, poor posture, or stress — and use hands-on treatments to help you move and feel better.

✨ Our headache treatments may include:
• Soft tissue and trigger point therapy
• Postural assessment and correction
• Relaxation and mobility techniques
• Personalised home care advice

💡 What the research says:
Manual and soft-tissue therapy has been shown to reduce headache pain intensity and frequency in adults with tension-type headaches.

📖 Effectiveness of Manual Therapy – PubMed
📖 Manual Therapy & Work Quality Study – PubMed
If headaches are affecting your work, training, or day-to-day life, our team can help you find relief and prevent future flare-ups.
📅 Book your appointment today

22/10/2025

🧠 Headaches? Massage Therapy Can Help – Backed by Science💆‍♀️💆‍♂️

If you're experiencing frequent tension headaches or migraines, you're not alone — and there’s solid evidence that massage therapy can offer real, lasting relief.

📖 What the research shows:

✔️ A study published in Cephalalgia found that regular massage therapy significantly reduced the frequency and intensity of tension-type headaches.
✔️ Another study in the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork showed that massage reduced migraine symptoms and improved sleep quality in participants after just a few sessions.

Massage therapy works by:
🔹 Releasing muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and scalp
🔹 Improving blood circulation
🔹 Lowering stress hormone levels (like cortisol)
🔹 Encouraging the release of serotonin and endorphins — your body’s natural painkillers

💡 At Handled With Care Therapies our qualified Sports Therapists use targeted techniques to help manage headache symptoms and support your overall wellbeing.

👉 Regular treatments often lead to the best results. If headaches are affecting your quality of life, speak to our team about incorporating massage therapy into your care plan.

📞 Book your appointment today — we’re here to help.

14/10/2025

🏃‍♂️ Running & Knee Pain: What the Research Really Says 🦵

If you've ever been told that running is "bad for your knees," you're not alone. It’s one of the most common myths in sports medicine — but what does the science actually say?

📚 Here’s what the evidence tells us:
A 2017 study in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy followed recreational runners and found they actually had lower rates of knee osteoarthritis compared to sedentary individuals and elite runners (Alentorn-Geli et al., 2017). Surprised? You’re not alone.

In fact, moderate running appears to have a protective effect on joint cartilage. It stimulates cartilage repair and maintains healthy joint lubrication.

✅ But that doesn't mean runners are immune to knee pain.

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), often dubbed "runner's knee," is one of the most common overuse injuries in the sport. According to a systematic review in the British Journal of Sports Medicine (2018), PFPS accounts for up to 17% of all running injuries.

🔍 So what causes knee pain in runners?
Sudden increases in training volume or intensity
Poor biomechanics (like hip instability or overpronation)
Inadequate strength in the quads, glutes, and core
Improper footwear or lack of recovery time
💡 The takeaway?
Running isn't inherently bad for your knees. In fact, it may help keep them healthier — when done right.
Listen to your body, train smart, and don’t ignore early signs of pain.
👟 Strong knees are built with strength training, smart mileage, and a focus on form — not fear.

09/10/2025

🏃‍♂️ Move Better. Feel Stronger. Perform Your Best. 🏋️‍♀️

Whether you're an athlete, weekend warrior, or just trying to stay active without pain — we’ve got your back (and knees, and shoulders too 😉)

At Handled With Care Therapies we specialise in:
✅ Injury recovery & prevention
✅ Sports massage & soft tissue therapy
✅ Mobility & performance training
✅ Post-op rehab and return-to-sport programs

💬 Real people. Real results. Backed by science, delivered with care.

📅 Book your consultation today and take the first step towards pain-free movement and peak performance.

👇 Tag a training partner who needs this & let’s get you back to doing what you love!

01/10/2025

🚨 Last-Minute Offer! 🚨
Sahirah has spaces available tomorrow afternoon –
✨ Special Deal: Just 37.50 for a 60-minute session ✨
Tomorrow only!
📞 Call us now to book your slot – don’t miss out! They're going to go fast! 💨

27/09/2025

Fancy EMS training? Don’t forget to get your exclusive discount code for InnPulse EMS Studio next time you’re in session.
20% off courses with your unique code.

17/09/2025

Looking for Volunteers! 💆‍♀️
On Saturday, October 18th, our talented 3rd-year student, Ellie, is looking for volunteers to practice her sports massage skills. It’s completely free of charge!
If you're interested and available, give us a call to check availability and reserve your spot. 🗓️
Help Ellie perfect her craft while enjoying a sports massage! ✨
01582958848

16/06/2025

Meet Sahirah Khan – Sports Rehabilitation Therapist

From an early age, I’ve had a strong passion for sports, with a particular love for football. This lifelong interest shaped my academic and professional journey, starting with a BTEC in Sports Fitness, Coaching, and Development at Luton Sixth Form College in 2018.

Driven by a desire to understand how the human body functions and recovers, I pursued and completed a BSc in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation in July 2024. My goal is simple yet powerful: to help individuals heal, regain strength, and return to doing what they love.

There's nothing more rewarding than seeing someone walk into a session discouraged and leave feeling physically stronger and mentally uplifted. I’m proud to be part of the team at Handled with Care and excited to continue growing in my career as a Sports Rehabilitation Therapist.

09/06/2025

What an amazing first day at our new premises! A huge thank you for all your kindness and support, all the yummy treats, flowers and fab cards! What a great community to be a part of, thanks again everyone
Joann, Kelly and Sahirah ❤️

28/05/2025

We’re nearly there…�Our brand new HWCT site opens on 9th June and we couldn’t be more excited!
We’re also thrilled to welcome the amazing Sahirah to our team — she’ll be joining us from opening day.
To celebrate, we’re offering £20 off all 30 mins appointments with Sahirah for her first 6 weeks with us!�That means you can book a 30-minute session for just £17.50 — available until 20th July.
Spaces are limited and Sahirah is available on Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays, so don’t wait — call now to book on 01582 958848

Address

17 Lyneham Road
Bedfordshire
LU2 9JS

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 8.30
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 8.30
Saturday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

01582 958848

Website

https://handledwithcaretherapies.co.uk/

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