Maggie Herd

Lower back pain is something most of us experience at some point in our lives. It may be a dull ache after sitting for too long, stiffness when you first get out of bed, or a sharper pain that stops you in your tracks. Whatever it feels like, back pain can affect far more than your back: it can disturb sleep, limit movement, make work and everyday tasks harder, and have a real impact on mood and overall wellbeing. It is also extremely common. The World Health Organisation (WHO) describes low...

We often focus on getting enough sleep, but the quality of your sleep is just as important. Deep sleep is one of the most restorative stages of the night. During this stage your body repairs tissues, supports immune function and carries out essential processes that help you wake feeling refreshed. At Remedy Complementary Therapy in Clitheroe, many clients experiencing stress, hormonal changes or persistent tension also tell me they struggle to achieve restorative sleep. What Is Deep Sleep?...

Stress is something we all experience. In small amounts, it helps us stay alert, focused and able to respond to challenges. However, when stress becomes persistent, it can affect almost every system in the body. Many people think of stress as purely emotional, yet it often presents as physical symptoms including muscle tension, headaches, digestive problems, poor sleep, fatigue and feeling constantly overwhelmed. At Remedy Complementary Therapy in Clitheroe, I regularly see clients...