Sam Massage Therapy

Sam Massage Therapy Lanarkshire/Glasgow - Remedial massage incl. ScarWork, Pregnancy/Postnatal. Book via website Specialised C-section recovery treatment also available.

As a remedial massage therapist, I work with you to help alleviate the aches and pains that are sustained during everyday life. Whether you are an office worker, keen runner, pregnant, a new mum or dad, or simply dealing with stress, the principles are the same. A consultation and assessment enables me to look at the bigger picture, ascertaining the cause of the tension, which is very often not th

e site of pain, and allows me to use a variety of techniques, from massage, to ScarWork therapy, and visceral manipulation to help improve and restore the muscle function and range of movement. I also provide simple advice for post treatment self care, which can help you maintain muscular function. Weekday appointments in Cambuslang - easy access by train and road. Saturday daytime appointments are available at Grace Health, Orbital Court, EK

For availability and booking please do not hesitate to contact via fb, or via the below:
W: www.SamMassageTherapy.co.uk
E: SamMassageTherapy@hotmail.com
T: 07818 477858

C sections can be incredibly positive experiences - and being prepared can really helpI had a few clients recently whose...
17/04/2026

C sections can be incredibly positive experiences - and being prepared can really help

I had a few clients recently whose birth stories have really resonated with me. I often ask how having an emergency c section makes them feel and often people say that they felt completely unprepared. Many of us don't even include them as part of our birth plans - the birthing method 'be avoided at all costs'.

We are often surrounded by negative c section stories, issues and complications with healing, struggling to recovery. In fact this isn't limited to c sections - how many of us during our pregnancies only seem to hear the negative birth stories, creating anxiety and avoidance? I remember that the NHS birthing manual had a chapter on c sections - parked at the end as if it were an afterthought. I avoided it - never read it. I thought by reading it I would be tempting fate, rather than actually educating myself. No one even suggested that I might want to read it 'just in case'.

What one client said to me was that if she had been more prepared and educated, she would have been less anxious and devastated when that decision had to be made. She had visions of being bed bound for days, not realising that for most people, even though it's major surgery, movement is possible, good and beneficial for the recovery.

Although I was unprepared for my c section, I can actually honestly say that my physical recovery went smoothly. And the vast majority of women I see for c section scar work have had no issues with the healing, but are just looking for advise, reassurance and empowerment.

More and more these days we are getting our information and education from social media. If this is the case then we also have a duty to shout out about positive birth stories and tips and advise on early recovery to help and support each other. That way we can help prepare people for unplanned c sections - planning for the unplanned! - supporting those who find themselves struggling.

If you would like to share something positive, or your top tip for recovery please feel free to share here, or message me directly :D

Did you know that C Sections have been performed with success since ancient times? Over the centuries this surgery has b...
13/04/2026

Did you know that C Sections have been performed with success since ancient times? Over the centuries this surgery has been perfected, and is now considered a normal way of delivering a baby.

🌸 According to the Scottish Gov website around 2 out of every 5 live singleton births result in a c section, with roughly 1/5 being elective and 1/5 being unplanned

🌸 In reality this means that potentially one in five women birth via an emergency c section, this is surgery that potentially they haven't prepared for.

🌸 To me these seem like high numbers, and indeed I was one of them. I am not questioning the prevalence of c section, but I do question, why, given the high chance of birth resulting in c section, is there so little information out there to prepare us for this eventuality.

🌸 With better awareness and preparation of this surgery, we can get rid of the stigma of a c section, and improve the outcomes for parents who find themselves in this situation. We can also improve the experience for the parents. If every eventuality is planned for then an emergency c section can still be a positive experience where you retain an element of control, with choices can be respected and honoured.

👉 Was your c section planned or unplanned? What made your experience positive?

"I'm worried my scar will burst open"👉I often have clients come to me several months after surgery, who naturally have s...
12/04/2026

"I'm worried my scar will burst open"

👉I often have clients come to me several months after surgery, who naturally have some anxiety that their scars are weak and fragile. Sometimes this create a fear of movement in case they do more harm.

🌸Trusting your body after surgery is an important part of the recovery. If the scar is fully healed and you are pain free, then movement is incredibly beneficial.

🌸If you need reassurance then speaking with your GP, or coming for a scar massage assessment and treatment can be a great first step. This will allow you to engage with the scar, reconnect with the area and understand the healing process.

🌸It might that your fear is coming from something else. Weakened abs (tummy muscles), loss or change of sensation in the scar and abdominal area may leave you feeling disconnected or unsure of how to regain strength safely. In addition unwanted emotions about the birth can leave you anxious about the healing journey.

🌸A specialised postnatal rehab class will also start you on the right track, building that strong foundation for your recovery.

More often clients feel that the right side of the c section scar feels tighter, or lumpier, and even more 'drawn in' an...
10/04/2026

More often clients feel that the right side of the c section scar feels tighter, or lumpier, and even more 'drawn in' and tethered than the left side.

There are possibly different reasons to this and below are a couple that might help explain:

- Most surgeons are right handed and tend to stand on the right hand side of the body to both make the incision and stitch up towards them. As often the case stitching any two pieces together, inevitably when you get to the end the pieces 'of material' don't always match up, so the right side may end up a bit 'messier' than the left side where the stitching was started. In addition you have the 'ties' securing the right side end. This may impact the smoothness of the healing, but initial 'lumpiness' that you can feel should smooth out in time.

- Many of us are right hand and right side dominant, ie when we are standing we might put our weight into our right foot, when we carry the car seat we tend to carry on the right hand side. These extra tensions put through the right hand side of the body can manifest as tightness around the scar area

Did you have tightness or issues on your right side of your scar? Where you given any explanation by the medical team/ health visitor? I would love to hear your thoughts on this :)

When is scar therapy / massage not appropriate?👉 If you are experiencing pain in the area you should always get this che...
09/04/2026

When is scar therapy / massage not appropriate?

👉 If you are experiencing pain in the area you should always get this checked out by your GP. You may be sent for an ultrasound or have further tests carried out. It is generally best to avoid scar work until everything has been investigated.

👉If you are actively trying to conceive, suspect, or know you are pregnant then avoid scar massage, and self massage. Keep your therapist up to date - as any changes in your circumstances will need a discussion - it's never 'too much information' :)

👉Do you have a IUD (coil) fitted? Your c section scar can still be treated if you have an IUD in place but your therapist may need to adapt how they work, so always keep them updated. In addition if you are doing self massage avoid working deeply over the scar. Check with your therapist the appropriate depth to work at given the IUD.

This lovely mum came to me complaining of numbness in her tummy area one year after having her second c section. The lac...
07/04/2026

This lovely mum came to me complaining of numbness in her tummy area one year after having her second c section. The lack of sensation would literally weird her out, and described lying on her front as if she was floating (a sensation that she didn't like!)

After one scar therapy treatment, and being motivated to do lots of lovely self massage, she very happily announced that her tummy was coming back to life! It no longer felt like an alien part of her, she could lie comfortably on her front without giving it a second thought, and it definitely didn't weird her out any more.

I love stories like this. Scars will often leave an area feeling numb, de-sensitised or hypersensitive, but this doesn't have to be the new norm. If we don't touch and interact with an area, then the nerves don't get the stimulation and the area will feel strange.

Do you still have numbness, lack of sensation, or an overly sensitive area around a scar? Book in to see how I can help you :D

You are welcome to book in for an assessment after your 6 week GP check. At this stage I usually wouldn't work directly ...
06/04/2026

You are welcome to book in for an assessment after your 6 week GP check. At this stage I usually wouldn't work directly on the scar, but through an assessment I give advice on how you can help your scar, and I'll do some gentle work away from the scar relieving tension which can impact how the scar heals.

The best time to start direct work on the scar is around 8-12 weeks post partum as long as there are no ongoing infections or complications (ie haematomas). The work is incredibly gentle and where appropriate I will also guide you through self massage, which is very empowering.

Whilst it's better to start scar therapy as soon as possible, it is never too late to book in and make a difference to your scar. I see Mums years after their csection birth and we can make valuable and meaningful changes.

There's a downloadable tips and info sheet on my website 🙂

🌟🌟Silicone strips can help with the recovery of your c-section scar. This transparent plaster is applied over the top of...
04/04/2026

🌟🌟Silicone strips can help with the recovery of your c-section scar. This transparent plaster is applied over the top of your scar and alongside scar massage helps improves the appearance of the scar, helping the scar fade and flatten. Silicone strips are particularly recommended if you are prone to hypertrophic or keloid scars (the overproduction of collagen resulting in a lumpy, raised scar). 🌟🌟

⚡ So how does it work? Scars love moisture (if you've been to see me for a scar treatment you will have heard me continually preach the importance of moisturising!). The silicone provides an important barrier which locks in this moisture, preventing the scar from dehydrating, and thereby helping soften the tissues and the long term healing process. Some clients report the silicone strips help with discomfort and itching in the scar area as well.

👉Silicone strips should only be used once the scar has fully healed over. They need to be consistently used for several months (usually between 2-6mths) to make a difference. You won't see an instant change so you need to be patient!

👉There are 2 types available: Those which are worn during the day, removed at night, washed and then reapplied the following day. A single strip may last between 4-10 days, so a pack of 10 should last between 1-3months. The second type is a one off application which remains on constantly for around 10 days, and then a new strip is reapplied. Although the second type is generally more expensive they are less hassle, especially when newborn life can be so full on. A pack should come with full instructions.

🥰Silicone strips should not be a replacement for scar massage. Massage, visceral manipulation and the LymphaTouch treatment add an additional dimension to helping the scar, and interacting with the scar is important for many different reasons.

🌟🌟 Did you use silicone strips with your scar? What were your experiences? Did they help, and do you have any tips to share?

👉⚡️Have you had a c section and struggle to find waistbands which sit comfortably? Are you still reaching for those mate...
03/04/2026

👉⚡️Have you had a c section and struggle to find waistbands which sit comfortably? Are you still reaching for those maternity pants and leggings because you can't bear for anything to sit on or touching the scar?

🌸 It is common for the area on and above the scar to feel sensitive or tender after a c section, for weeks if not months after. The nerve endings have been disrupted and this together with inflammation in the area, and the body's response to the surgery, can leave the area feeling tender and hypersensitive.

But it doesn't have to be this way.

🌸Scar therapy including the use of the LymphaTouch can help normalise the sensation in the area, and clients have reported that even after just one session they are less aware of the scar and can comfortably wear waistbands again over the area. Even gentle self massage and stroking can help the sensation, and where appropriate I love to include self care work within the treatment, especially if you are not sure what to do.

So YES you can wear those low waistlines once again! :D 👙👖

02/04/2026

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🌟🌸 April is C - Section awareness month!! 🌸 🌟This is where it all started for me - 12 years ago, birth plan out the wind...
01/04/2026

🌟🌸 April is C - Section awareness month!! 🌸 🌟

This is where it all started for me - 12 years ago, birth plan out the window, gazing bewildered, disorientated but adoringly at my new born son.

Like many, birthing via c section was not how I envisaged my birth. In fact in Scotland roughly 2 out of every 5 births are via c section, with 1/5 being elective, and 1/5 being unplanned. Like many the days and weeks that followed were all a bit of a muddled blur of parenthood, sleeplessness, feeding, and nursing my wounded body (and my wounded mind as well!)

I knew that I wanted to take back control over my recovery. Freshly graduated from my 'Remedial and Sports Massage Diploma', I had been taught that massaging and caring for my scar would help my long term recovery. And so entered scar massage and the start of my journey into the beautiful world of scar therapy! For me it was a real positive out of a negative story.

12 years on and I feel so priviledged to have helped many lovely mums with their own c section scars; helping with sensation, discomfort, giving them back control, and for some helping them come to terms with their c section.

12 years on and the need to spread the message about scar therapy is still just as strong.

Throughout April I will be posting tips and advice on c section recovery and care. Shout if you have any questions, looking for posts on a particular aspect of recovery (I may, or may not be able to answer!), or want to share your story about how csection massage helped you! :D

30/03/2026

Love this explanation on fascia from the wonderful Francesca at CoreHealth Chiropractic 😀

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As a remedial massage therapist, I work with you to help alleviate the aches and pains that are sustained during everyday life. Whether you are an office worker, keen runner, pregnant, a new mum or dad, or simply dealing with stress, the principles are the same. Specialised C-section recovery treatment also available. A consultation and assessment enables me to look at the bigger picture, ascertaining the cause of the tension, which is very often not the site of pain, and allows me to use a variety of techniques to help improve and restore the muscle function and range of movement. I also provide simple advice for post treatment self care, which can help you maintain muscular function. More info can be found at www.SamMassageTherapy.co.uk In 2019 I completed Sharon Wheeler’s ScarWork course. I had always worked on csection scars and knew the impact and changes that they can cause throughout the body, however this new course gave me a deeper understanding of scars and how they affect the body. This very gentle form of massage can have profound changes on the look, feel, sensation of the scar, as well as improving the quality of the underlying tissues, vital for restoring balance in the body. For further information please message me.

I also specialise in helping alleviate the psychological affects of traumatic birth, using the 3 step rewind method. Please message me for further details. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday daytime appointments available at my home treatment room in Drumsagard (Cambuslang G72 7GL). Easy access by train and road. Saturday daytime appointments are available at the East Kilbride Business Centre ( 14 Stroud Rd, East Kilbride, Glasgow G75 0YA) I have limited evening appointments on a Monday and Tuesday. For availability and booking please do not hesitate to contact via fb, or via the below. There is usually a pinned post on my newsfeed with an uptodate list of availability. E: SamMassageTherapy@hotmail.com T: 07818 477858 Awards:


  • Diploma in Swedish Massage

  • Diploma in Remedial and Sports Massage