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CONSULTANT: Maria Watson LCM Dip LSSM Btec Level 5 MIRSM, successfully completed a SPORTS MASSAGE diploma BTEC Level 5, at prestigious London School of Sports Massage. I Qualified June 2012.
I'm currently studying a 3 year Part Time Nutrition course at the College of Naturopathic Medicine in London
I previously completed the PRACTITIONER course in Therapeutic Massage, qualified 2002 with The London College Of Massage.
The LCM Diploma is recognised in the field of Complementary Medicine.
I am insured with Balens which ensures that I attain approved qualifications to practice massage and sets out a full code of conduct.
I have a Basic Disclosure (CRB check).
I am a full member of The Institute of Sport & Remedial Massage a governing body for Sports Massage, which maintains the standards for practitioners. You will find me listed in the official Therapist Directory.
I recently completed a 60 hours CPD course called 'Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation and Postural Coaching'. This course combines contemporary rehabilitation techniques with the skills of remedial massage. It introduces the concept of ‘Posture Coaching’. The course enables me to further develop my skills to assess physical dysfunction and then help clients to rehabilitate.
I am a Trust Therapist for The Harmony Therapy Trust helping those living with Cancer or other chronic life altering illnesses.
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I am a keen sportswoman, having played Hockey and Tennis most of my life.
I completely advocate yoga /pilates. I practice at Parkwood Community Centre, Rainham, Kent.
I also take part in charity bike rides and I cycle as much as I can!
MY MASSAGE IS TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS. I can apply a number of techniques with regards to sports massage. I can also give relaxing massages as well.
Traditional massage techniques - effleurage and petrissage
STR - Soft Tissue Release
MET - Muscle Energy Technique including
Postural Assessment, Remedial Exercises and Stretches
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