Author: lily

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Sprained Ligament

I dislocated my shoulder in January and after manipulation and physio regained movement I still had painful tissue damage that I was informed could take up to 12 months to heal. The injury meant that even jogging was painful and any weights out of the question. After 3 sessions with Lily, I am pain free (can even sleep on my right side!) and am now doing intensive anaerobic exercise and (light) weights to rebuild wasted muscle. Thanks Lily!

Allen Hird,
Driving Instructor, Leeds,
June 2004

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Sprained Ligament

After injuring my shoulder 3 years ago and losing my range of movement, I couldn’t understand why it hadn’t healed after time. Being a professional dancer, it was becoming a major problem as I was in pain after each time I performed. Should I rest, stretch or excercise it?……I just didn’t know what to do.

I came across Lily’s website and went to see her. She really listened carefully to what I had to say and we discussed the problem in detail. Immediately she set out to find the root of the injury…..she explained that in order for my shoulder to heal, the scar tissue needed breaking down. After a few sessions she found four areas of damage and started healing each one. She gave me exercises inbetween sessions and within 3 weeks all the areas had healed. I’m so relieved and happy, I can finally train and perform pain free….and also have all my range of movement back!

The thing that impressed me the most about Lily, is she could answer all my questions in an easy to understand way, giving me absolute confidence in her knowlegde and expertise. She’s very thoughtful to your needs, her sessions are thorough and extremely effective! Thanks so much Lily!

Andrea Parker,
Professional breakdancer (2006 European Champion), Leeds,
July 2007

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Muscle Strain

I found the experience of Direct D-Stress absolutely wonderful. Having had lower back pain and stiffness for several weeks I did not expect a few sessions to make such a difference but my movement improved almost immediately. The structured set of stretches to complete in between sessions also helped and were similar to exercises that NHS physios had given me some years before. I certainly felt the deep tissue massage helped speed up my recovery. It was also a very relaxing experience and I would recommend message sessions even if you don’t have aches and pains to fix.

Jacqui Brown,
Head of International Office, University of Leeds,
August 2007

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Muscle Strain

Thank you so much Lily, for your treatment to my lower back. I have been suffering from excruciating pain in my lower back for about 5 weeks and although your therapy was painful at times, it certainly was very effective and for this I am truly grateful to you since I am now pain free after 3 sessions’ injury treatment!

Susan Alexander,
HR Recruitment & Administrative Co-ordinator, University of Leeds,
July 2007

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Muscle Strain

I suffered recurring muscle tears to my left calf over a period of a year, a problem that kept me off work for 5 weeks on the first occasion, 3 weeks on the second, and that prevented me from participating in any sports. I went to Lily at Direct-D-Stress; she immediately located the source of the problem, and set to work on eradicating it.

Through a combination of 4 sessions with her, and following her advice in-between times on exercise and self-treatment, I was able to make a rapid recovery and get back to light training in preparation for more rigorous sports within only 2 weeks.

Ross Bennett,
Musician, York,
March 2006

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Muscle Strain

After a 14 mile road race left me with intense back pain, Lily got me going again for a 45 mile hill challenge 6 days later with only 2 sport massage treatments. She helped me fulfil my dream. Thank you, Lily!

Robin Davidson,
Senior Engineer, Leeds,
April 2004

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Muscle Strain

I dislocated a vertebra following a particularly bad tackle playing rugby. I went to see various sports physiotherapists over the next 8 months and although they had relocated the vertebra, the muscles around the injury had been in spasm for such a long time that I had been left in constant pain. The physiotherapists did what they could to alleviate this but I was unable to lift my own body to even get out of bed without feeling a sharp pain down my back. The physiotherapists said that this was something I would have to learn to live with.

My brother put me in touch with Lily and I have to admit, I was cynical. I had three one-hour sessions with Lily over three days which left me completely pain free. For the first time in 8 months I was able to do sit-ups and get out of bed without any pain. I honestly thought that I would never be able to play rugby again but, thanks to Lily, I have started training and I am looking forward to the new season. Thanks Lily!

Chris Irving,
Halifax RUFC,
June 2006

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Muscle Strain

After a very frustrating and painful season with hamstring problems I went to see Lily. She quickly found the root of the problem and after just a week of treatments had me running again. The improvement to my hamstrings has been great and I’m now looking forward to a new season with new legs!

Andy Irving,
Halifax RUFC,
May 2006

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Trapped Nerves

Lily is professional, friendly, and an expert in what she does. I came to her with several side effects of stress – constant ringing in the ears (Tinnitus)! I couldn’t sleep, couldn’t concentrate on any study or work. I was exhausted and had series of headaches every week… had visited GP a few times and been referred to hearing test, but my hearing was totally fine. I was very depressed as there seemed no solution from anywhere while I was suffering everyday. I visited Direct D-Stress for relaxation but surprisingly, lily listened to my story patiently and arranged a course of treatment sessions for me straight away. After only a few sessions with her TuiNa acupressure massages, I found a massive improvement – some days I don’t notice anything at all in my ears! Thanks so much Lily! I would definitely recommend her for stress-relief and any other physical complaints.

Olivia,
Leeds University Engineering Postgraduate Student,
April 2012

lily Testimonial, Testimonial Trapped Nerves

I was born with Spina Bifida, which has resulted in various problems from muscular to skeletal and with the numerous associated mobility pains. I visited Lily for an appointment and I can only say that I came away feeling absolutely incredible. This young lady’s professionalism and care from the moment I entered her consulting room was outstanding. Lily’s depth of knowledge, care and understanding are to the very highest standards ever. Lily’s treatment from the very beginning started to make me feel so much better, and by the end of my first treatment I can genuinely say I felt that like I had never had any problems at all!

William E. Clack,
Procurement Specialist, Harrogate,
January 2005