A massaging treatment to revive muscles and circulation and alleviate pain and tension. This can assist all kinds of pain, breathing problems. May not be suitable for pregnant woman. Available from health clinics. Further information from: Bowen Association PO Box … Continue reading
Specially-designed magnets are placed on the skin to treat imbalances in the body’s energy flows. Therapists believe that the body’s cells are electrical and recharged by impulses from the brain. Helpful in depression, arthritis, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy and sclerosis. Since … Continue reading
A combination of massage and exercises such as stretching assists conditions such as stress, headaches, backache, pain and skin conditions. Available at health clinics.
The use of bee venom, an anti-inflammatory, is used to help conditions such as arthritis. Practitioners are usually beekeepers. Patients reaction to a small amount of venom is tested first then the bee is held over the part of the … Continue reading
Bates eye training Exercises are used to stimulate the eye muscles without the use of glasses or surgery. The treatment is based on the premise that eye sight problems are caused by misuse and can be corrected through exercises and … Continue reading
Created by a well-known homeopath, Dr Edward Bach there are 38 flower remedies which are taken as a tincture and are reputed to assist in a range of conditions from migraine to depression. Available through members of the Guild of … Continue reading
Ayurveda means the science of life and subscribes to the belief that the body stays in good health through a balance of energies. The energies known as vata, pitta and kapha, are influenced by diet and emotion. The treatment involves … Continue reading
Autogenics is a relaxation tehnique, similar to self-hypnosis, which uses a series of exercises to aid relaxation. Clients are taught to put themselves into a relaxed state without the aid of a therapist. Information: The British Associatin for Autogenic Training … Continue reading
Practitioners believe that the human body emits an aura that can reveal both emotional and physical health. A therapist uses special equipment to read the aura. Available through natural health clinics.
This therapy combines a number of arts – music, dance, movement and painting – to help those with self-expression problems. It can be helpful to those with mental or physical conditions such alcoholism, drug addiction, and depression.
Highly-concentrated oils from spices and plants are combined with a carrier oil usually almond, and used to massage or inhaled to give relief from all kinds of ailments from coughs and colds to stress and breathing problems, as well as … Continue reading
An exercise method designed to re-educate posture and balance. The patient is encouraged to use special movements while carrying out everyday activities such as sitting, lying down, standing, walking lifting. The patient focuses on the way he/she moves so that … Continue reading
Acupressure is an ancient healing art eveloped in Asia over 5,000 years ago. It is a similar technique to acupuncture and uses pressure applied using the fingers (instead of needles) on 12 energy meridians, with the aim of stimulating the … Continue reading
Useful for a wide range of conditions including pain, bowel or bladder problems such as irritable bowel syndrome, menstrual and menopausal symptoms, allergies, skin problems, sinusitus, as an aid to slimming and giving up smoking. Acupuncture has been practised in … Continue reading
Note: Alternative and complementary therapies are beneficial for lots of people and many are increasingly used alongside conventional medicine. Always use an alternative therapist who belongs to a bona fide professional body and always consult your GP for recommendations if … Continue reading
A form of martial art similar to wrestling where the participant is encouraged to synchronise mind and body. As well as improving general fitness and blood circulation it can also assist spiritial health. Available through specialist health centres and fitness … Continue reading
