Highland Massage Clinic

10/11/2025

No 10. A TENS machine.
I can honestly say it’s been my go-to for aches, pains, and recovery. I tore ligaments in my back a good few years ago. It was awful; apart from being totally debilitating, I was desperate to get back to work. I wore this wee gadget religiously.

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06/11/2025

No 9. Massage cushions, chairs, etc.
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04/11/2025

No. 8. A water bottle. Stay hydrated.
Here is a link to the NHS website with recommendations on how much water we should be consuming per day.

Find out how water and other drinks fit into a healthy diet and lifestyle.

03/11/2025

No 7. Electrolytes. Beneficial for recovery. Conduct your own research to find those with the fewest additives, but don’t be tempted by the fancy packaging as prices can vary significantly.

Contains key electrolytes and essential vitamins for fast, effective rehydration and recovery.

02/11/2025

No 6. Yoga blocks and bolsters and staps . Excellent for added stretching and support.

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02/11/2025

No. 5 Yoga mat
You can find a bargain in some supermarkets. Tip: Keep it in your bedroom so you can do a wee stretch at the end of the night or first thing in the morning. the time. There are lots of stretching videos on YouTube and TikTok.

31/10/2025

Hot 🔥 or Cold 🥶 Therapy
Knowing when to use hot or cold therapy impacts recovery. Usually, start with cold to reduce swelling and pain, then switch to heat to soothe stiffness and promote healing. Additionally cold relieves nerve pain, heat alleviates muscle discomfort. For contrast baths, alternate warm (5 min) and cold (1 min) waters to ease pain, reduce swelling, and speed recovery.

31/10/2025

No 4. must have items :Pain relief rubs/gels
Deep Heat - good value
Deep Freeze - good value
Tiger Balm Red and White - only need to use small amount at a time.
Biofreeze - my favourite
FlexiSEQ - good but expensive
Voltarols Natural - a good alternative to original Voltarol
Arnicacare arnica gel - good for muscle recovery and swelling
Dynamint - very soothing and good for pain

Look out for roll-on options too

30/10/2025

No. 3. Ice packs - keep in the fridge for quick relief. If I need them colder, I put them in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. They can be also be heated gently in warm water. I'll post later when to use hot or cold therapy.

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30/10/2025

💯 No. 2 must-have in your toolkit for maintenance and recovery. A massage ball to target trigger points, knots, and spasms. A tennis ball 🎾 can also work, but is less effective.

Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. For a full refund with no deduction for return shipping, you can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition.

30/10/2025

Good morning. Over the next few days, I will share a few tools that I wouldn't be without for relieving aches and pains, whether it's to support muscle recovery or reduce postural discomfort. I hope this helps you!
No1. Yoga foam roller: just firm enough but not too rough on your body.
How to use in comments.

Foam Rollor