Karis Massage Therapies

Karis Massage Therapies Passionate about healing and wholeness, trained, registered and insured in Massage therapies with a nursing background.

24/10/2025

Do you know the health of your lymphatic system? I don't think this gets discussed enough!

Taking good care of our lymphatic system is extremely important - especially after a diagnosis of breast cancer. It's also important if you are actively engaged in staying healthy.

This is because our lymphatic system acts as one of the garbage collection services of the body (I always envision little men in white scrubbing away). 😆

The lymphatic system is responsible for getting rid of invaders and gunk. It is a primary defense against infection and disease, and the interaction between the immune cells in lymph nodes and cancer cells is a key factor in the body's response to cancer.

Lymphatic stagnation is a hidden cause of things like fatigue, inflammation, brain fog, swelling, and a poorly functioning immune system.

Our lymphatic system relies on movement, deep breathing and good hydration.

Here are some things you can do to support your lymphatic system:
1. Daily movement - walking, stretching, yoga, bouncing on a mini trampoline
2. Hydrate with lemon water and minerals
3. Make a point to sweat regularly with hot baths, saunas, exercise
4. Dry brushing and lymphatic massage
5. Deep breathing
6. Herbal medicine to support the lymphatic system (burdock, cleavers, red clover, poke root, calendula)

I hope that helps!

18/09/2025

✅ DO AND DONT ❌

▪️Back pain often improves on its own within a few weeks. There are things you can do to help with your recovery.

▪️Here are some good tips to help aid you with your back pain 👍🏻

17/09/2025

💜 Receiving a cancer diagnosis can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. You don’t have to face it alone.
Come along to Rays of Hope Elderslie for support, understanding, and friendly faces who truly care. Together, we can share the journey. 🌈✨

We have a wide range of activities and group sessions to help support your physical and mental health. If you are not sure where to begin, all you need to do is pop along.

Our opening hours are 10am - 3pm where our team of amazing volunteers and staff are waiting to welcome you for a cuppa and a chat. 💬 🫖☕️

26/06/2025

Have you ever thought about how your tongue could be affecting your posture even all the way down to your feet?

What if something as simple as where your tongue rests in your mouth could influence your body’s alignment, balance, and even breathing?

The tongue is more than just a muscle for speaking and eating, it’s deeply connected to the body through fascia, an intricate web of connective tissue that links the tongue to the feet.

When your tongue isn’t positioned correctly due to mouth breathing, it can disrupt this entire system, leading to imbalances in posture, spinal alignment, and even how much energy your body uses throughout the day.

Could improving tongue posture be the missing key to better posture, core strength, and overall movement efficiency?

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First day back since 2023!I'll be very slowly opening my doors again this week. I haven't as yet updated the website or ...
24/04/2025

First day back since 2023!

I'll be very slowly opening my doors again this week. I haven't as yet updated the website or given access for bookings as I'm just feeling my way as I go but by Saturday you should be able to make appointments online again.

The focus of work will mainly be on lyphodema and lymphatics as I have just passed my advanced lymphodema practitioners course with Lymphoedema Training Academy 💪 but happy to see some familiar faces for other work too 😀

Working hours are:

Tuesday and Thursday : 2pm - 6pm

Lots of love
Viv

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FYF Hub, Floor 2, 25 Street James St
Paisley
PA32HQ

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm

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My name is Viv and I offer Remedial Massage, Sports Massage, Swedish Massage, Indian Head Massage, On-site acupressure massage, pregnancy massage, infant massage and couples massage workshops.

Having had a child with a serious illness, I am passionate about using my skills to facilitate healing in whatever way I can. There are so many scenario’s where it would be lovely for someone else to expertly and considerately take care of your wellbeing for a change. The support of a good therapist can make all the difference in the world! Perhaps its a stiff back and neck. Maybe you're a new mum and all that car seat lifting and late night feeding are causing shoulder and back pain. Too many hours in front of the computer or behind the wheel stressing you out. Are you training for a marathon or trying to improve your fitness? Maybe you just need space to rest and recuperate.

Whether you are very familiar with the world of massage or just want to try a new approach to self care - any reason will do if it means you come away refreshed, refocused and connected - that’s why I’m here!

I am happy to answer any questions you may have and appointment times are flexible so you can find a time that suits you. Any appointments booked are tailored to YOU and what your body needs! So why not get in touch and book an appointment today?