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Toni, Karen and Rachel are Soft Tissue Practitioners (not physiotherapists) who studied at Oxford and Bristol School of Sports Massage.

Soft Tissue and Remedial Massage is not just about people who do sport. It is about learning to look after you. Please follow the link to the website. I Look forward to hearing from you.

05/01/2026

Torticollis. Normally sorts its self after a few days…. When it becomes problematic what do you do? We need to allow tone to reduce (the naughty but nice when it nips) then we need to rebalance the frame. The neck will nip (motor adaptation) when the motor output from the arms is not working effectively.

Remember the nervous system work needs to be achieved regularly to effect change. To improve it also needs to be progressive. Too much we regress. We can only move and achieve what the nervous system allows us too. Too much too soon we over do it to little it takes longer.

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21/12/2025

Best wishes:

This is a moment of transition in the world and in our lives, light levels change what is happening outside, as well as what is happening inside, our energy levels, our sense of action, and more.

What is the change, the action, the transition that you would like in your life moving forward?

My intention will be the same this year as it was last year. I have made good developments towards my goal. Yesterday there was a significant moment that tested that development. I am pleased with how I did, I know I can improve, and in reflecting on that moment I am heartened by the love which resides despite the difficulty. The journey towards that love has not been an easy one, it has required time, energy, dedication, and a lot of meeting of difficult feelings. It is so worth it. The feelings of lightness and the warmth that are freed as a result are magical.

If you feel intrigued to step into a journey of transition, physically or emotionally, please know that there are so very many people out there who are able to support you in the most beautiful ways. Feel free to contact me to book, or just to find out more about me or other options available.

St Briavels, Cinderford:
07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

19/12/2025

Cleaned down s***k and spangly for the new year. I am off comms now until 5th Jan. Much love and we hope your festivities are kind and generous. See you on the otherside. Keep moving T###

01/12/2025

Prolapse?
Leaking?

Join me to change your life. Change the way your pelvic floor responds to the changing pressures inside your body.

I am ready to coach hypopressives and share the joy of a more responsive pelvic floor. A simple, gentle, calm and enjoyable practice using the breath.

For more information and to book contact me on:
07902 040969

St Briavels and Cinderford

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

30/10/2025

Visuals:

I am primarily a visual and kinesthetic learner. Doing drawings like these help me clarify my hypothesis about what's going on in your body.

I also use drawings, movement, and analogies to help explain to you how the body works and what is going on, so that you can make sense of your own body, the treatment, and the self care ideas.

Always feel free to ask any questions.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

24/10/2025

Great day in Cinderford at TLS Soft-tissue Massage and Remedial Therapy this Tuesday.

2 shoulders and one hip got some really effective tlc.

The hip was in for its second treatment. To be honest the first treatment didn't result in big changes. Hey ho, sometimes it takes a bit more working out. The second treatment was pretty astonishing though, a massive increase in pain free range of movement. Plus some worthwhile exercises to maintain the progress.

I love it! It is so fascinating.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

14/10/2025

Remember how the glutes affect the quads? ... And they affect the knee ...

The glutes attach to the top of the leg bone, the femur, so therefore pull on the femur. The quads attach to the femur, so are therefore pulled by the glutes, and the other way around.

The knee is the joint at the end of the femur (the junction with the lower leg and the knee cap), so therefore when the glutes pull at the top of the femur, they affect the position of the bottom of the femur, being the knee.

It all makes so much sense! ... Does that explanation make sense to you? Reply below.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

08/10/2025

What a fascinating view of the body:

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

This is a free image from Pixabay.

07/10/2025

So great to hear.

To book contact me at:
TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

03/10/2025

Diving into the SIJoint:

This joint is the junction of the pelvis and the lower spine, yet it's function is relevant to so many muscles.

Muscles that attach to the pelvis and spine include back muscles, glute muscles, abdominal muscles, leg muscles, and even an arm muscle. They all work in an incredible dance with eachother, releasing pulling holding, in an effort to maintain a vibrant and responsive composition.

Inevitably life challenges the balance. Amazingly we can reinvigorate and soften to regain the balance.

Working with the SI Joint and the hip can be an absolute mind-bender, there is so much involved. I love it! I love working with the puzzle. Bit by bit we work out what your body needs. The results are often slow, but they are life changing. ☀️

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

23/09/2025

Have a giggle: meet Brain 🧠:

How easy is it for you to fit in a new self care practice?
Is time really the issue?

When I mention adding a new practice into the day many people will say they know they won't find the time or keep it up. It can seem so hard, which it often is.

I am no different. It is amazing what I have not done!

The thing is, time is not usually the issue. 6 minutes for self care is easy to find. The problem is that guy up there, Brain. Brain is a tricksy fella with it's own priorities.

Fortunately there is lots to giggle about when it comes to delving into the workings of our own minds. When we realize how easy it is to find the time to brush our teeth twice a day, put extra hours in at work, and do favours for others, we can laugh or cry at the idea that we wouldn't find 6 extra minutes to do one simple practice that will help us. I mostly laugh, bring out the comedy, make light of it. I had a right giggle this morning observing the workings of our minds.

Having released that pent up nonsense with a good old chuckle, it is time to engage Brain in the important discussion of the value of the self care practices. To help convince Brain we decide on a KPI (Key Performance Indicator) often a day to day action you can try and re-try to see if it has improved, for example: do you still get the pain when you walk up the stairs? When we notice these small changes Brain starts getting really pleased with itself for all it's hard work, and we keep at it. ☀️

So if it's worth doing, we come back to the question of time. We have already realised that time itself is not the big problem. Drawing Brain away from its other tasks is usually the bigger issue. So we look at practices that are easy to fit in, what time of day suits you most, triggers and natural intervals that open up space, and any features of your life that might prevent you. We do that together because otherwise it's too easy to disregard the self care straight away, or to nod smile and tell me that of course you will, when actually you won't.

And to round of our natter with Brain we have a good old catch up about our long term goals and ambitions, and how fantastic we are gonna feel when we achieve them.

Good old Brain. ☀️

To book contact me at TLS Smart, Cinderford:
07902 040 969

16/09/2025

Did you know ...?

that what's happening in your glutes affects how your quads work?

When you come for a treatment we will do simple tests and movements whoch will show you very clearly how one changes the other.

To book contact me at:

TLS Soft Tissue Therapy Cinderford: 07902 040 969

Massage and bodywork in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

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Rheola House, Belle View Centre Cinderford
Gloucester
GL142AB

Opening Hours

Monday	1pm - 7pm
Tuesday	10am - 7:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7:45pm

Telephone

+441594827575

Website

http://tlssmart.com/

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Our Story

It had been 18 years of abuse which took me to the doctors. The pain was unbearable. Walking up stairs made me sick. Walking down them made me want to self harm. Pain. An odd sensation. How to get through and over it, unless its broken, we have to do more rather than less. “But it hurts!” “Suck it up cup cake” is what the Remedial Instructor said to me! Harsh maybe? Useful? Definitely. Following a series of muscle testing, massage therapy, and a carefully thought out exercise programme I could finally walk again and without pain. And running was once again possible. This is one of the many reasons I became my own boss, to help people be pain free. And I was good at massage! See more at the link to my website TLSSMART . I look forward to helping you through your journey!