What is Botox and how does it work?
Written by Dr Callum Shields, MBChB Lead Clinician at Thriyv, Manchester Most people have heard of Botox in Manchester. Far fewer understand what it actually is, where it comes from, or what happens inside the body when it is injected. For a procedure performed millions of times a year worldwide, that knowledge gap is worth […]
Botox Lip Flip vs Lip Filler: Which One Is Right for You?
Written by Dr Callum Shields, MBChB Lead Clinician at Thriyv, Manchester Fuller lips are one of the most requested aesthetic treatments in the world. Two procedures dominate the conversation: the Botox lip flip and lip filler. On the surface, they sound similar. Both are injectable, both are minimally invasive, and both promise a more prominent […]
Our Top 5 Favourite Obagi Products at Thriyv
Our Top 5 Favourite Obagi Products at Thriyv by Dr Cal Shields When you walk into a high-street shop, you will find hundreds of skincare products. They promise beautiful skin. They use fancy words. But many of them do not actually work. The active ingredients are often too weak to make a real difference. They […]
What is Zone 2 Exercise and How to Get Your Heart Rate There
What is Zone 2 Exercise and How to Get Your Heart Rate There by Dr Cal Shields Zone 2 training is one of those concepts that sounds simple but often gets overcomplicated. At its core, Zone 2 is moderate-intensity aerobic exercise where your heart rate sits at 60-70% of your maximum. It feels easy. You […]
Which has more health benefits, a sauna or steam room?
Which Has More Health Benefits, a Sauna or a Steam Room? by Dr Cal Shields Both saunas and steam rooms have earned a place in the modern wellness landscape. Walk into any gym, spa, or recovery clinic and you will likely find one or both. They share a common premise: expose the body to heat, […]
Cryotherapy and Depression: How Cryotherapy Can Improve Your Mood
Cryotherapy and Depression: How Cryotherapy Can Improve Your Mood by Dr Cal Shields Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Donec vulputate ipsum sed ex lacinia, at ultrices arcu suscipit. Sed eget tincidunt lacus, eu malesuada lectus. Phasellus lobortis tempus lectus, ac ornare velit placerat ac. Wellness Services Aesthetic Services 1. Time for chill…literally! […]
Infrared LED Lymphatic Drainage in Manchester: How It Works & Why It Matters
Infrared LED Lymphatic Drainage in Manchester: How It Works & Why It Matters by Dr Cal Shields At Thriyv Manchester, we use a science-backed combination of far-infrared heat and red/near-infrared LED light therapy to support healthy lymphatic function naturally. Wellness Services Aesthetic Services 1. What is Lymphatic Drainage and why is it important? Your lymphatic […]
How To Make Your Botox Last Longer
How to Make Your Botox Last Longer: A Complete Guide by Dr Cal Shields You have invested in Botox, and you want it to last. The good news is that your results are not entirely down to luck. What you do after treatment, and crucially, which product your practitioner uses, can significantly extend how long […]
The Science Of Microneedling
The Science of Microneedling by Dr Cal Shields Creating tiny wounds to improve your skin sounds odd. Yet microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, has become one of the most popular skin rejuvenation treatments available. The reason is simple: it works by triggering your body’s natural healing response. Wellness Services Aesthetic Services 1. The […]
Understanding inflammation and how Thriyv can help to combat it!
Why Systemic Inflammation Matters This blog was transferred from a previous iteration of the Thriyv website, and as such has lost its formatting. The content remains the same. Your body’s immune system is designed to protect you. When you cut your finger or catch a cold, inflammation kicks in as a helpful response. This is […]