Dear friends,
Today, I’m sharing something very close to my heart. Something which has consumed me for the last 5 years.
My new novel, Seven Lives, One Truth, is now available.
This is a book that finds you when you’re ready, when something inside you quietly recognises its meaning and value to you.
It’s a luminous blend of medical insight and spiritual mystery — an invitation into a world where pain finds its voice and where true healing begins.
The book was birthed in the clinic one Monday in January, and whilst unpacking the first box, a comment struck home
‘simply holding it carries a calming, healing presence’
as though the story begins working long before the first page is turned. Some books are felt before they’re read.
This novel was born from lessons learnt and wisdom gained from over 100,000 patient sessions and 35 years of both clinical practice and psychic experiences. It moves beyond time, between a modern-day treatment room and the haunting echoes of a 1958 car tragedy, weaving together time, memory, and the body’s unspoken truths.
It’s written for those of us who sense that pain carries memory — that the body remembers what the mind has tried to forget — and that healing begins when we learn to listen differently, through the body rather than over it. For those who need scientific support for treatments discussed, there are extensive scientific references to back up all the evidence of this mind- body approach.
This is a story woven with mystery, time, and soul. A journey through seven lives bound by one hidden truth, unravelled not by force or fixing, but through hands-on healing, presence, and compassion.
Official Song - Seven Lives One Truth
Inspiration Video - From Nicky Herself
At its heart, this book gently explores how forgiveness, love, and understanding can release the deepest layers of suffering.
- It doesn’t tell you what to do.
- It doesn’t rush or demand your attention.
- It simply soothes and opens a door you may have thought was closed long ago.
Those who have already delved into the first chapter describe feeling seen, softened, and quietly changed, as though something old and heavy was finally laid down whilst reading.
If you feel drawn, trust that pull.
If you don’t, that’s perfect too.
But if something in you whispers, ‘this is for me… it’s my time’, then this story is waiting for you.
With love and presence,
Nicky x
To help you refer, we have printed referral cards
Most of our new clients come from people who care about others. But it’s not always easy to refer if you don’t know how to explain what it is we do. The fact is, we provide so much more than just physio, and by understanding this, you will find referring much easier. And each referral comes with a gift for you.
When a client presents us with a new problem, we consider it not just as a physical pain, but as three elements that can contribute to reducing the pain and restoring movement:
- Physical pain
- Nervous system
- How you feel on an emotional level
The location of the pain and its impact on the range of movement will be factors you can understand and communicate effectively. Less understood will be the interference with the nervous system, which can be the root cause of chronic pain. Its location can be physically far removed from where the pain is perceived to be.
An example of this is when nerves in the spine are compressed, yet the pain is perceived in the limbs, such as pain in the foot, even though the cause is in the lower (lumbar) spine.
There is, however, a further factor which is even more camouflaged and may not even be registered as existing to most, and that is locked-in trauma, potentially from a time much earlier in life. The trauma may not have even been physical. Instead, it may have been an emotional response to a traumatic event, and the mind locks in that emotion and links a physical pain to that emotion.
Thus, people can go through much of their life suffering pain, which fails to respond to normal treatments and in many cases is not even visible on modern scanning technology, including Xray and MRI.
In such circumstances the chronic pain being felt will not be resolved unless the root cause of that pain, the historic trauma, is first resolved.
Feelings thus become of significant importance, both elusive to resolve and difficult to communicate to others.
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“They helped my pain, but something else changed too – I felt calmer, like I could breathe again”
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“I can’t explain it – it’s not just physio, it’s like something reset”
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“You just feel safe there. That’s when things start to change”
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“They don’t just treat pain – they help you feel like yourself again”
How We Suggest You Refer
You may want to keep it simple and just say
“If it hurts and it moves – they treat it”
or use a broader description like
“I go to the Nicky Snazell Clinic. They don’t just treat the pain – they help you feel yourself again”
To help you refer, we have printed referral cards
You can get from reception. Just hand it to someone who mentions pain. That’s it, we will do the rest. As a personal thank you, we’ll credit your account by £20 for each person who turns up.
COMING SOON
Nicky Snazell’s powerful new novel weaves a fictional story with science and healing to explain how trauma locked in from the distant past can cause long-term, unresolved pain.
After decades of listening to people’s pain — shoulders that never quite relaxed, backs that carried too much, hearts that forgot how to rest — I finally wrote the story I have witnessed in so many of you.
Seven Lives, One Truth is not just a novel. It’s a journey back to the moment where emotional or physical trauma first took root — the moment the body buried it, and pain began to grow quietly through a lifetime.
Over the years, many of you have told me
“Nicky… I don’t know why this hurts. Nothing happened.”
But something had always happened.
Sometimes decades ago. Sometimes in childhood. Sometimes long before memory began.
This book travels through time to meet those forgotten moments — with compassion, with truth, with the healing presence I’ve spent my life practising. And it asks a simple but life-changing question:
What if healing the past could set your present free?
I’ve also written a song, Beyond Time, for the book launch — a deeply emotional piece that captures the heart of the story: the crash, the trauma, the souls seeking peace, and the light that guides us back home.
It was written for anyone who has ever carried pain too long. For anyone who has healed others but forgotten themselves. And perhaps… for you.
Thank you for letting me walk beside you on your healing journeys,
and for inspiring the pages of this book more than you know.
With warmth and enormous gratitude,
Nicky Snazell
We hope you liked “Beyond Time”, a song written and produced by Nicky, and that you are excited that you will soon be able to read “Seven Lives, One Truth”. The hope is that many of you will be able to identify similarities between your own personal situation and at least one of the avatars in the book, and in so doing be able to recognise your own trauma may be locked in from your past.
You may well have family or friends who have suffered long term pain and never understood why and thus never realised help was available. Please forward this email to all you think this may help.
Of course, you may just like “Beyond Time” enough to send the link to others so that they may enjoy the song as well.
If you would like to register your interest to buy the book “Seven Lives, One Truth” and be one of the first to receive it, then please complete the form below:
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What’s The Difference And Why It Matters To You
Shockwave therapy has been around for years and now many clinics use it. Most of what’s out there, though, is radial shockwave. It’s great technology and has helped thousands of people recover from injury and get out of pain. We know, because we’ve used it for years ourselves and we’re big believers in it.
But like most things in life, one size doesn’t fit all. And that’s where focused shockwave comes in.
How Shockwave Works
Both types use acoustic energy (sound waves) to stimulate healing. These waves kick start your body’s own repair process, improving blood flow, helping new tissue grow, breaking down stubborn scar tissue, and reducing pain.
The key difference is how far and how accurately the energy travels.
A radial shockwave is like a ripple spreading across a pond. It starts strong at the surface and gradually fades as it goes deeper. That makes it perfect for treating more superficial problems, such as:
- Plantar fasciitis (also known as Policeman’s Foot)
- Tennis or golfer’s elbow
- Achilles tendinopathy (the upper part, near the skin)
- Shoulder or knee pain near the surface
- Calcific tendonitis
It’s safe, effective and widely available. We have several radial machines at our clinic because they deliver great results when used for the right problems.
Focused Shockwave. The Specialist Tool
Focused shockwave is a very different animal, and it’s rarely available in the UK. Instead of spreading out, it converges at a specific point deep in the tissue. Think of it like using a magnifying glass to focus sunlight. The energy can reach far deeper and be positioned much more precisely, even pinpointing structures several centimetres below the skin.
This opens the door to treating things that radial shockwave simply can’t reach:
- Deep-seated tendon and muscle injuries
- Bone stress or delayed healing
- Chronic hip, back or pelvic pain
- Conditions that have resisted other forms of treatment
It’s horses for courses
At the Nicky Snazell Clinic, we use both technologies because we know they each have their place. If the injury is close to the surface, radial shockwave is ideal as it’s efficient, comfortable and proven.
But if the problem lies deeper, a focused Radial Shockwave is the tool for the job. It can go right to the source of the pain with pinpoint accuracy, triggering the healing process exactly where it’s needed.
Why this matters to you
Very few clinics have focused shockwave, and they rely on radial shockwave, which limits what they can treat.
By having both radial and focused shockwave, we can match the treatment to the condition, not the other way round. That means faster recovery, longer-lasting results, and fewer frustrations when a stubborn injury just won’t shift.
Focused shockwave represents a big leap forward in non-invasive healing. And, as you’ll see in our next blog, it’s not just a new gadget, it’s part of a much bigger step in precision pain treatment.
If you are in pain and nothing has helped, then our combination of both radial and focused shockwave might just be the technology that makes the difference.
If you are in pain, we can help
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Monday 20th October
After taking 10 months off to work in Australia and then travel around the Far East, we are delighted to announce that Lowri is back in the UK and will be rejoining our clinic on Monday, 20th October.
For those of you who missed being treated by Lowri in the past and would like to be one of the first to welcome her back, now is the time to call us and book your appointment.
One thing is for sure: Lowri will never run out of exciting stories to tell you about her travels.
Book now to avoid disappointment!
A gentle guide to the Mummy MOT.
If you are a mum - whether your baby is six weeks, six months, or six years old, I want you to know this:
- Your body matters
- Your recovery matters
- You matter
You have grown and birthed a whole human - that's incredible! And just like any physical event (like running a marathon or having surgery), your body deserves expert support to recover, rebuild and thrive.
That's where the Mummy MOT comes in.
Wondering if a Mummy MOT is for you? (Spoiler alert- it probably is!)
Let's dive into the who, what, why and how of it all - because this could be your first step to truly feeling like yourself again.
Who?
If you've had a baby vaginally or via C-section, this is for you. Whether it was your first or your fifth, whether it was six weeks or six years ago, a Mummy MOT can help.
This isn't just for new mums in the early days. If you've notice things like:
- leaking when you sneeze, laugh, run
- a feeling of heaviness down there
- ongoing back, hip or pelvic pain
- a tummy gap / bulge that hasn't gone away
- pain in sex / difficulty getting back to intimacy.
- or even if you feel fine but you want reassurance you're recovering well then a Mummy MOT is 100% for you!
Why?
Why do I need a Mummy MOT? Let's be honest, after birth, the focus tends to shift completely to your baby. You are told your six week checkup is the green light to ‘get back to normal’ but very little attention is paid to how your body is actually doing.
Most postnatal checks barely scratch the surface.
The truth? Many women live with issues they think are just ‘part of being a mum’. But although leaking, pain and discomfort are common, they are not normal, and they can be resolved with the right support!
The Mummy MOT is about giving you that space. To be heard. To be assessed. To be looked after.
What?
What actually is a Mummy MOT? A Mummy MOT is a specialist postnatal checkup with a trained woman's health physio (like Lauren!) that looks at:
- your pelvic floor function
- abdominal wall checking for DRA / separation
- posture and core
- how your body is moving, holding an compensating
- Any aches, pains or concerns, both physical and emotional
We chat, we assess we make a plan that's tailored to you.
It's not about judgement. It's about empowerment. This is your safe space to ask all the questions you weren't sure you could ask. And to then get real answers.
When should I have a Mummy MOT?
Any time after six weeks postpartum is ideal. The main thing to know is it's never too late!
If you're struggling with sex or just want to reconnect with your body it doesn't matter if you're six weeks or sixteen years postpartum, you deserve some total loving care!
How does it work?
Here is what to expect:
1. An initial Mummy MOT assessment
Includes a 60 minute session to assess pelvic floor, abdominal wall and muscles, posture, breathing, movement patterns and any other concerns you may have. We'll talk about your birth experience, your symptoms (if any), your sex life and your goals - whether that's getting back to activity, lifting your child with ease or feeling comfortable in your own skin again.
2. Tailored plan
Based on your assessment, we will give you a personalised rehab plan. This could include pelvic floor exercises [don't worry, it's not just squeeze, hold and hope!], movement work, postural support and core rehab.
3. Follow up support
Many women find follow up appointments helpful to guide their recovery and I'll be beside you every step of your healing journey.
Final thoughts [and a little encouragement)
Mums, I know how easy it is to put yourself last. But your health isn't a luxury, it's a foundation. You deserve to feel strong, confident and supported in your postnatal journey. So whether you're still bleeding or back at work, exhausted or energised, uncertain or curious, I invite you to take that first step.
Let's get you booked in for your Mummy MOT! This is your time!
If you are suffering from any postpartum problems or concerns, we can help.
Call 01889 881488 now and ask for a Mummy MOT assessment with Lauren
How pelvic health physio can help you heal.
Let's be honest, pelvic pain can be confusing, frustrating and even isolating. Maybe you've been told ‘it's just period pain’ or that ‘it’s normal after or when carrying a baby’ or worse …… that ‘it’s all in your head’.
But deep down, you know something doesn't feel right and you're looking for real answers.
Click here to read on
As a women’s health physio, I want you to hear this loud and clear: pelvic pain is real, it's valid, and it is something we can treat.
Whether your pain is sharp, dull, constant, or only shows up during certain activities - like sex, exercise or sitting too long, this blog will help you understand how physio can support your healing.
So let's talk anatomy in a non- overwhelming way. Pelvic pain can be felt in your lower abdomen, pelvis, lower back, hips and pelvic floor area. Think of your pelvis as the foundation of your body. It's literally the base that supports your spine, hips, core and internal organs - and inside your pelvis lives your pelvic floor
If any part of this system is out of balance, your body can start to sound the alarm of pain -it’s a signal, not a failure.
Where is it coming from?
Pelvic pain can come from many different sources and often more than one at a time:
- Hormonal / organ related pelvic pain.
e.g. Endometriosis, PCOS, painful periods
- pain often linked to your cycle
- cramping deep ache sharp pain
- might also be bladder and bowel symptoms
- can cause pain in sex and tampon use
- nervous system driven pain. E.g. vaginismus / vulvodynia, chronic pelvic pain syndrome
- pain that lingers, flares in stress and feels hypersensitive
- might feel like burning / rawness
- may happen without clear injury or diagnosis
- often involves a very on edge nervous system
- MSK pelvic pain (this is a big one!) e.g. pelvic floor muscle tension / weakness, hip, back, SIS issues. Coccyx pain, posture / movement related pain, pelvic girdle pain.
This type of pain is super common, especially if you sit for long hours, have had a baby or are having a baby, or if you are active or sporty. Typical symptoms are:
- deep aching in buttocks and hips
- pain in sitting, standing or walking
- feeling like your pelvic floor is tight, hard to relax
- pain after exercise and certain movements
- postpartum and post surgical pelvic pain
- pain after birth even years later
- discomfort from scar tissue (C-section, episiotomy)
- muscle tightness / weakness from carrying or feeding position or lifting
- heaviness / dragging sensations - especially later in the day
- Bladder or bowel related pelvic pain
e.g. incomplete emptying, constipation, urinary incontinence
- pain in peeing or bowel movements
- constant need to go / trouble emptying
- pressure / burning tension in lower tummy / pelvic floor
In short…. Pelvic pain can be complex, but you're not alone.
In short…. Pelvic pain can be complex, but you're not alone.
The body is incredibly interconnected and often pelvic pain is a mix of muscles, nerves, joints, hormones, stress and lifestyle, and acts all tangled together.
How can pelvic health physio help?
We take a whole body approach - not just treating the pain, but helping you understand why it's
happening and what you can do to feel better. That might include:
- gentle internal / external pelvic floor release
- exercises to support hips, core pelvic floor and posture
- breathing plus relaxation strategies to calm the nervous system
- education around habits, triggers and simple lifestyle shifts
- support returning to sex exercise or daily life, without fear
You deserve relief now. You don't have to wait until it's bad enough and you definitely don't have to do it alone.
Booking an appointment is a powerful first step towards clarity confidence and comfort in your own body.
Pelvic pain? Call now. We can help.
Call 01889 881488 and ask for a Women’s Health appointment with Lauren.
Because it’s a lot more common than you may think. More importantly though is that it’s very treatable. Maybe it’s bladder leaks when you laugh, cough, sneeze or even run.
You are not alone and you don’t have to suffer in silence.
Let’s talk about something a lot of women quietly live with bladder leaks and urgency. Whether it’s a little dribble when you sneeze, or a sudden urge that you just can’t make it to the toilet in time, it can feel frustrating, embarrassing and isolating. But here is the good news. You are not alone and it is absolutely treatable.
What Is Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary Incontinence simply means involuntary leaking urine. There are a few common types:
- Stress induced urinary incontinence which is typically when you laugh, sneeze, cough, jump, run or lift.
- Urge Urinary Incontinence is when a sudden and strong need to go occurs and you don’t always make it in time.
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence is a combination of both stress & urge.
These can happen during pregnancy, after birth, during menopause or seemingly, out of nowhere. But no matter when it starts, you don’t have to put up with it.
How Can Women’s Health Physiotherapy Help?
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As a qualified Women’s Health Physiotherapist, I am trained to assess and treat the muscles and systems that support your bladder and pelvic floor. I will work with you to:
- Understand why leaking is happening
- Rebuild your pelvic floor strength, co-ordination and control
- Manage urgency and retrain bladder habits
- Give you simple, effective strategies that fit your life
It’s always personal, private and tailored to your needs, without judgement.
If you don’t want to suffer any longer, we can help. Call the clinic and ask for an appointment with Lauren
That’s what we hear from so many women, sometimes in tears, sometimes with a nervous laugh when they finally open up about their pelvic health. Maybe it’s bladder leaks when you laugh or sneeze. Maybe it’s pain during sex. Maybe it’s discomfort that started after having a baby, or one of those “unspoken” changes around menopause. Whatever it is
- Because you think it’s something you have to live with, or
- Because it’s embarrassing, or
- Because no one ever talks about it
UNTIL NOW
You are not alone and you don’t have to suffer in silence.
Introducing Women’s Health Physiotherapy At The Nicky Snazell Clinic
We are proud to now offer a dedicated Women’s health physiotherapy service, led by our compassionate and highly skilled physiotherapist, Lauren.
This isn’t just about treatment – it’s about feeling heard, respected and supported. Whether you are recovering from birth, managing menopause, or struggling with pelvic pain, Lauren is here to help you feel more in control of your body again.
You Are Not Alone – And You Don’t Have To Suffer In Silence
- Urinary incontinence
- Constipation or faecal incontinence
- Pelvic organ prolapse (that heavy or dragging feeling)
- Pain or discomfort with intimacy
- Postnatal recovery
- Menopausal changes
- Just wanting to understand and care for your body better
- And more…
Every appointment is completely confidential and care plans are tailored to your individual needs, combining hands-on therapy, education and gentle, empowering support.
“It takes courage to ask for help. I’m here to listen and support you without judgement”
What To Expect At Your Appointment
- At your first appointment we will talk about your symptoms, your goals, your story. Then, with your full consent, I may do a physical assessment which could include checking your posture, movement and breathing. If it’s appropriate and you are comfortable, I may also perform an internal assessment. Rest assured, you will always be in control of your care.
- From there, I will create a personalised plan of hands on treatment, education, exercises and support that fits into your life
If you don’t want to suffer any longer, we can help. Call the clinic and ask for an appointment with Lauren
(And Why He’s the Man to Fix Your Running Niggles)
Ever fancied running a marathon? Sounds like a lovely idea until you’re 18 miles in, legs like jelly, and questioning your life choices. But for John, one of our brilliant physios (and our in-house running guru), the 2025 London Marathon was more than a personal challenge. It was about family, community, and raising over £3,500 for the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation.
Oh, and also practising what he preaches when it comes to running well and staying injury-free.
Why the Marathon?
John’s choice to run for the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation was personal. Their work in research and patient support struck a chord, and having done some of their events before, John knew this was a challenge worth taking on.
With a fundraising target of £2,200, John and his wife (with her famous candles and bake sales) rallied the troops, and the local community got stuck in. By race day, they’d smashed it.
The Physio Who Knows Running Inside Out
John’s not just “a bloke who runs”. He’s our running gait analysis specialist at the clinic. That means he spends his days helping runners of all levels — from 'Couch to 5K' newbies to seasoned marathoners — run more efficiently and avoid injuries.
“Every niggle, every ache in training… I’ve been there. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping runners understand how their bodies move. A small tweak in your gait can save you a lot of grief down the line.”
The Training Struggle is Real
John’s marathon training hit 60 miles a week at its peak. That’s a lot of podcasts. He mixed in local races like the Rugeley 10 Mile and Stafford Half Marathon as practice runs.
But as any runner knows, training doesn’t always go to plan. A poorly timed cold threw a spanner in the works just weeks before London, forcing a tactical retreat and extra rest.
“Training plans are guides, not gospel. Your body needs time to adapt, and setbacks are part of the journey. It’s all about managing the load — same as I tell my clients.”
Marathon Day: Blood, Sweat & Cheers
Race day brought sunshine, sweat, and the electric buzz of 60,000 runners flooding London’s streets. Crowd support was unreal, especially at landmarks like Cutty Sark and Tower Bridge. A surreal highlight? Seeing Eliud Kipchoge fly past on the opposite side of the course.
But despite smart pacing and hydration, cramp hit hard in the final miles. Yet, John powered through, fuelled by the support of family, friends, and the thought of the charity he was running for.
John Spots His Family at Mile 21
Crossing the Finish Line (and What Comes Next)
Turning past Buckingham Palace towards the finish was emotional. Months of training, sacrifice, and community support all leading to this moment. Relief, pride, exhaustion — all rolled into one.
But is John resting on his laurels now? Not likely.
“Chester Half Marathon’s up next, and then I’m chasing a new 5K PB. Running’s addictive like that.”
Could John Help Your Running?
If you’re a runner — whether you’re plodding your first 5K or chasing marathon glory — John’s your man. His gait analysis sessions can help you:
- Run more efficiently
- Reduce injury risk
- Recover better
- Enjoy running more
Because it’s not just about going faster. It’s about running smarter, staying pain-free, and making sure your body can cope with the miles.
Fancy a Chat About Your Running?
If John’s marathon story has got you thinking about your own running journey, why not book in for a gait analysis session? Whether you’re struggling with a niggle, want to improve your form, or simply want to avoid the common pitfalls, John’s been there, done that, and got the sweaty T-shirt.
And if you’d like to support his marathon fundraising (it’s still open), you can donate here: