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Last updated: February 8, 2026Reviewed date: February 8, 2026Reading time: 4 min read

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Samantha Obee is the founder of Body 1st Studios, specializing in sports massage and injury rehabilitation. Qualified with a BCFTCS degree in sports therapy and a BTEC national diploma in sports and exercise science, Samantha has been a professional practitioner in sports therapy for seven years. She has run independent clinics at Swanscombe Leisure Centre, Utopia Beauty, and North Kent College, developing a real passion...

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Educational health guideWritten for patient understanding and clinical awareness.

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Emergency safety firstUrgent warning signs are highlighted below.

Seek urgent medical care if you notice

These warning signs are general safety guidance. Local emergency numbers and clinical judgment should always come first.

Severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, fainting, confusion, or rapidly worsening illness.
New weakness, severe pain, high fever, or symptoms after a serious injury.
Any symptom that feels urgent, unusual, or unsafe for the patient.

Emergency now

Use emergency care for severe, sudden, rapidly worsening, or life-threatening symptoms.

See a doctor

Book a professional medical evaluation if symptoms persist, worsen, recur often, affect daily activities, or occur in a high-risk patient.

Learn safely

Use this article to understand possible causes, tests, treatment options, prevention, and questions to ask your clinician.

In December 2013, Samantha opened her clinic, allowing her to take on more clients and create a space where other professionals could also run therapy sessions. Ranging from reiki, and reflexology to sports therapy and deep tissue treatments, Body 1st offers patients a variety of treatment options from highly qualified and friendly therapists. After the success of the first, Samantha is now in the process of opening a second clinic in Northfleet.

Having been a swimmer since the age of four, Samantha takes her love of sport and her friendly attitude and teaches others, adults and children, something she has been doing now for ten years. She has swam competitively for Beaver SC, then moved on to swim for Rochester SC and is now also one of the coordinators at Cygnets Leisure Centre. She has also worked with Tonbridge Angels FC and Bromsgrove Rovers FC, always looking for opportunities to expand her knowledge of sports.

Samantha is a qualified first aider, a STA swimming instructor, an Aquasize instructor, YMCA personal trainer, as well as having a PGCE degree in teaching. She is fully committed to her love of sport and therapy, offering patients a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, tailoring every treatment to suit individual needs and always taking the time to understand each patient’s concerns.

Wendy

Complementary Therapist

I am a complementary therapist qualified in deep tissue massage, seated acupressure massage and reflexology. I aim to treat clients holistically taking into account all factors impacting their health emotionally, psychologically as well as physically. I’ve completed various advanced massage training with a company called Jing, who specialise in treating chronic pain. My treatments include a fusion of techniques ranging from myofascial work to trigger point therapy and sports/kinesiology taping.

I have seen so many positive results treating people holistically that it continually inspires my passion and commitment to my complementary therapy work.

Andrew

Osteopath –

Body 1st Studio now has the pleasure of having one of the top Osteopaths treating at the clinic. Andrew Love (Hons) Ost DO, state registered. Andrew has worked with the Gravesend 1st team squad for 14 years proving his keen interest for sporting injuries. He is a highly respected lecturer at the European school of Osteopathy for 4th year students. Andrew can treat a variety of musculoskeletal problems, such as neck, back and shoulder pain along with overuse injuries involving foot, elbow, knee wrist and hands.

He will is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays afternoons, and Fridays mornings from 10am. If you would like treatment with Andrew please get in contact and don’t put up with body pain any longer.

Kim

Integrative Psycho-Therapeutic Counsellor & Hypnotherapist

As a fully qualified Integrative, Psycho-Therapeutic Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and Relationship Counsellor, I’m excited to have been offered the opportunity to join the Team at Body 1st Studios, as both the Body and Mind are intrinsically linked.

My primary counselling role focuses on Person Centred, but I also encompass a wide range of other theories and techniques into my work. For example CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming).

I’ve been fortunate to work in a variety of roles over the years, which have exposed me to many aspects of life. It’s this exposure that’s driven me to become a Counsellor. I uses these life experiences along with my knowledge, training, skills and humanistic approach to help others navigate their way through their lives more easily, in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

I currently work as a Trauma Counsellor with clients living with the effects of PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), daily Nightmares & Intrusive thoughts, Panic Attacks, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Grief & Loss, Addiction, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Abuse for example. I’m also a volunteer support worker with a local based Bereavement charity, so I understand grief and its effects and I’ve worked for MIND helping clients suffering the effects of Mental Health related issues.

I work with both Teenagers and Adults on an individual basis and I’m qualified to work with Couples experiencing difficulties in their relationship.

Counselling has been proven to provide many positive outcomes and this is just a brief overview of the services I can provide. To discuss your individual requirements, please contact me direct or visit my website www.maximinding.co.uk

Safety note: This is not a prescription or diagnosis. For severe symptoms, pregnancy danger signs, children with serious illness, chest pain, breathing difficulty, stroke-like weakness, or major injury, seek urgent care.

Which doctor may help?

Start with a registered doctor or the nearest qualified health center.

What to tell the doctor

Write when the problem started and how it changed.
Bring old prescriptions, investigation reports, and current medicines.
Write allergies, pregnancy status, diabetes, kidney/liver disease, and major past illnesses.
Bring one family member if the patient is weak, elderly, confused, or a child.

Questions to ask

What is the most likely cause of my symptoms?
Which danger signs mean I should go to hospital quickly?
Which tests are necessary now, and which can wait?
How should I take medicines safely and what side effects should I watch for?
When should I come for follow-up?

Tests to discuss

Vital signs: temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation
Basic physical examination by a clinician
CBC, urine test, blood sugar, or imaging only when clinically needed

Avoid these mistakes

Do not use antibiotics, steroid tablets/injections, or strong painkillers without proper medical advice.
Do not hide pregnancy, kidney disease, ulcer, allergy, or blood thinner use.
Do not delay emergency care when danger signs are present.

Medicine safety and first-aid guide

This section is for patient education only. It does not replace a doctor, pharmacist, or emergency care.

Safe first steps

Avoid heavy lifting, sudden bending, and prolonged bed rest.
Use comfortable posture and gentle movement as tolerated.
Discuss physiotherapy, X-ray, or MRI only when clinically needed.

OTC medicine safety

For mild back pain, pain-relief medicine may be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist.
Avoid repeated painkiller use if you have kidney disease, stomach ulcer, uncontrolled blood pressure, or are taking blood thinners.

Avoid these mistakes

Do not start antibiotics without a proper medical decision.
Do not use steroid tablets or injections casually for quick relief.
Do not delay emergency care because of home remedies.

Get urgent help if

Back pain with leg weakness, numbness around private area, loss of urine/stool control, fever, cancer history, or major injury needs urgent care.

Medicine names, dose, and timing must be decided by a qualified clinician or pharmacist after checking age, pregnancy, allergy, other diseases, and current medicines.

For rural patients and family caregivers

Patient health record and symptom diary

Write your symptoms, medicines already taken, test results, and questions before visiting a doctor. This note stays on your device unless you print or copy it.

Doctor to discuss: Doctor / qualified healthcare provider

Tests to discuss with doctor

Basic vital signs: temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen level if needed
Relevant blood, urine, imaging, or specialist tests only after clinical assessment

Questions to ask

What is the most likely cause of my symptoms?
Which warning signs mean I should go to emergency care?
Which tests are really needed now?
Which medicines are safe for my age, pregnancy status, allergy, kidney/liver/stomach condition, and current medicines?

Emergency warning signs such as chest pain, severe breathing difficulty, sudden weakness, confusion, severe dehydration, major injury, or loss of bladder/bowel control need urgent medical care. Do not wait for online information.

Go to emergency care if you notice:

Severe or rapidly worsening symptoms
Breathing difficulty, chest pain, fainting, confusion, severe weakness, major injury, or severe dehydration

Doctor / service to discuss: Qualified healthcare provider; specialist depends on symptoms and examination.

Step 1
Check danger signs first
If danger signs are present, seek emergency care and do not wait for online information.
Step 2
Record the symptom story
Write when symptoms started, severity, medicines already taken, allergies, pregnancy status, and test results.
Step 3
Visit a qualified clinician
A doctor, nurse, or qualified healthcare provider can examine you and decide which tests or treatment are needed.
Step 4
Do only useful tests
Do tests after clinical assessment. Avoid unnecessary tests, random antibiotics, or repeated medicines without diagnosis.
Step 5
Follow up and return early if worse
If symptoms worsen, new warning signs appear, or treatment is not helping, return for review quickly.

Rural patient practical tips

Take a written symptom diary and all previous prescriptions/test reports.
Do not hide medicines already taken, even herbal or over-the-counter medicines.
Ask which warning signs mean urgent referral to hospital.

This roadmap is for education. A real diagnosis and treatment plan requires history, examination, and clinical judgment.

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Emergency first: Severe chest pain, breathing trouble, unconsciousness, stroke signs, severe injury, heavy bleeding, or rapidly worsening symptoms need urgent local medical care now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this article a replacement for a doctor?

No. It is educational content only. Patients should consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment.

When should I seek urgent care?

Seek urgent care for severe symptoms, rapidly worsening condition, breathing difficulty, severe pain, neurological changes, or any emergency warning sign.

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