THE MANY BENEFITS OF MASSAGE
I am a huge fan of massage -- it's one of the most pleasant things one's body can experience. It's safe, effective, and decidedly good for you, with only positive side-effects. Those who know me have probably heard me say that massage is one of the three "musts" for a happy back and optimal musculoskeletal health, along with exercise, of course, and spinal manipulation and bodywork such as chiropractic or osteopathy. I am often surprised how many people I meet who have never had a massage in their life -- folks, you have no idea how much you're missing out! So, to introduce massage to those of you who would like to give it a go, I interviewed Siobhan Balfour, a massage therapist based in Southampton, about the benefits of …