Shopping is a pain in the neck!

“Did you know that it’s possible to walk 6 miles or more when you’re out shopping? Now if we were going to do that in the countryside or the gym, we’d make sure we had proper comfortable and supportive shoes, clothes that were comfortable and a bottle of water with us too. But not when we’re shopping. Clothes and shoes tend to be more of a fashion statement than a comfort zone when we hit the streets. Add to this the amount of shopping we do at Christmas, the added stress of trying to get everything done on top of our usual work load and daily life commitments and it’s no wondering at the end of the day of fighting through the crowds and carry lots of bags we feel aches and pains that we’ve not felt before. We’re tired and grouchy and ooooh that Christmas feeling comes upon us!
   So what’s the best way to stop Christmas being a pain in the neck? Firstly plan ahead...
...   When we have a sore shoulder or back we can think that the problem arises from that area. But the cause of the pain can well be due to imbalance and strain originating elsewhere in the body. By working to rid the body of the cause, the symptoms will vanish.
   The Bowen technique works in this way. It is a gentle yet powerful and effective hands-on treatment that helps to alleviate aches and pains. It also helps to reduce stress and tension throughout the body. The Bowen technique differs from other treatments in that it works on releasing tension from within the fascia and helping to ensure the smooth communication of messages within the nerve networks, allowing the body to respond appropriately. Its gentleness means that it can be used to treat babies, the elderly and in palliative care. No oil or cream is used and it can be received through light clothing.

This article is written by Becky Lewis.