Deep Tissue / Sports Massage
What are Deep Tissue, Sports and Therapeutic Massages, and how can they help me? Deep Tissue Massage and Sports Massages are Therapeutic treatments performed with the aim of providing treatment for a specific condition. Our deep tissue massage therapy focuses on stimulating muscle tissue at a deeper, more fundamental level. This way the process aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fibres of the muscles, together with their tendons and fascia. Sports massage specifically focuses on the [...]
Nutritional Therapy
Have you been diagnosed with a condition such as IBS or Hypothyroidism and have attempted to use orthodox treatments, to no avail? Are you looking for an alternative to prescribed drugs or are concerned about the potential side-effects or even reliance on drugs to treat your condition? Do you need help or support dealing with day to day problems such as digestion issues, anxiety, sleeping problems, allergies, headaches or PMS? Have you been left feeling tired or strained on a daily basis, with medical solutions unable to come to a definitive diagnosis? Naturopathy is a system of healthcare designed [...]
Kinesiology
What is Kinesiology? Kinesiology is a complete form of natural health care that uses muscle testing to read the energetic bio feedback system from our bodies to find where health issues stem from, where imbalances/energy drains are and what particular stresses are affecting you. We then correct those imbalances using specialised lymphatic massage, nutrition, electromagnetic balancing and emotional work. Allergies and Intolerances First of all, what is the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance? With a food allergy, the immune system is involved and the response is usually immediate and [...]
Emotional Freedom Technique
What is Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and how can it help me? EFT is a combination of a number of varying treatments, including Acupuncture points, Kinesiology muscle testing and Psychotherapeutic techniques to mould and alter your physical energy field. Specific acupuncture points and tapped and accessed while the traumatic issue or memory is focused on, in order to manage and alleviate the psychological problem. EFT may helps with: Managing Physical or Psychological Pain Addiction/s Allergy and Intolerances Losing Weight and Managing Food Issues Dyslexia Claustrophobia and Agoraphobia Headaches and Migraines Asthma Trauma Abuse Depression Eating Disorders Blood Pressure [...]
EMDR
What is EMDR? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a form of therapy that is extremely effective and efficient at dealing with traumatic memories and allowing your mind and body to process them, thus freeing you from the painful emotions and flashbacks that can result from a traumatic experience. EMDR is a useful technique for addressing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. For example it is very beneficial for victims of physical or emotional abuse, rape or terrorist attacks. Usually 5-8 sessions are sufficient. It has been extensively tested and is recommended under the NICE guidelines [...]
Hypnotherapy
What is Hypnotherapy? Hypnotherapy is a proven and highly effective treatment to break unwanted habits, fears and phobias in a fast, easy and comfortable manner. Hypnosis is a state of magnified concentration, akin to day-dreaming – it is a part of everyday life, for example whilst watching TV, reading a story, listening to music or driving you are often in a mild hypnotic ‘autopilot’ state. What is NLP? NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), demonstrates to us how we arrange our thoughts, feelings, abilities and our behaviours. It can be used to help you identify [...]
Maternity Reflexology
Preconception, Pregnancy & Post Natal Care Reflexology may assist you on the journey to becoming pregnant, optimising your health throughout your pregnancy as well as with post birth recovery. Pre-Conception Reflexology On your way to parenthood, preconception reflexology could help with your preparations to achieve beneficial lifestyle balances that may assist with conception. Maternity related reflexology is designed to help support you throughout your pregnancy, as well as with delivery preparations and postnatal care. Each client will receive an individually prepared treatment program compatible with your natural or IVF conception plan. Whilst reflexology is [...]
Reflexology
What is Clinical Reflexology and how may it help me? The theory behind this non-invasive clinical treatment is based on the reflex points on the feet, hands, and head which are linked to every part of the human body. This means that treatment in one part of the body can substantially improve your health in another part of the body. As such, Reflexology can produce very individual effects in order to restore your well being naturally. Due to the very personal nature of your treatment, you may encounter effects such as reduced physical tension and improved sleep, whilst [...]
Nail Surgery
This information aims to answer your questions and help you decide whether to have nail surgery. It explains the benefits, risks and alternatives, as well as what you can expect when you have nail surgery. If you have any further questions, please speak to your podiatrist. What is Nail Surgery? Nail surgery (or Nail Avulsion) is a minor operation to remove the whole nail or part of a nail where there is an ingrown toe nail. What is an ingrown toe nail? An ingrown toe nail is a condition [...]
Medical Pedicure
This one hour treatment is a curative medical foot care procedure, which significantly differs from the classical cosmetic pedicure. It not only improves the well-being of the feet, but also combats foot, skin and nail issues whilst taking care of your foot health in the long run. Using a podiatric drill, medical instruments and medical solutions, your nails will be inspected, trimmed, filed and shaped, whilst calluses and corns will be removed using a surgical blade. The session finishes with relaxing foot massage using Gehwol foot cream. We will also look to give you advice and answer all your [...]
Podiatry / Chiropody
What is a Chiropodist or Podiatrist? Chiropodists / Podiatrists are specialists in diagnosing and treating complaints and deformities of the feet. We provide foot health care to patients of all age groups and will accept referrals from GP’s and other medical professionals. What treatments are provided? Routine Chiropody This form of treatment principally involves the removal of callous, corns and nail cutting. Most significantly, it allows the Podiatrist to provide professional advice or treatment to target the cause of the problem, in doing so preventing further recurrences of specific aliments. Diabetic Footcare Diabetics [...]
Collagen Induction Therapy
What is Collagen Induction Therapy and how can I benefit? Collagen Induction Therapy involves “micro needling” with a Dermaroller over the face to stimulate the body’s own production of collagen and elastin. This is conducted by a highly trained professional to ensure safe and effective results. The microneedles finely puncture the epidermis, allowing it to heal quickly, thereby encouraging new collagen production. Unlike more aggressive treatments, the lower skin layers are built, whilst keeping protective layers intact. CIT may be used for: Anti Wrinkle and Anti Aging – Smoothes, tightens and targets aging areas of the face and body, [...]