Therapies

What is Chiropractic and how does it Work?

We use the McTimoney method of Chiropractic which is a whole body approach using gentle and effective adjustments to the body to create balance throughout in addition to free movement of joints and muscles in a drug free and hands on manner. I also incorporate various soft tissue techniques  ensuring the musculoskeletal system as a whole is looked after at each session.

Can Chiropractic help you?

The gentle nature of the McTimoney method makes it especially suitable for people of all ages including young babies, pregnant women and the elderly as well as treating minor sports injuries. 

The following conditions often benefit from treatment:

Chiropractic can help with a number of problems including:

• General, acute & chronic backache, back pain 
• Low back pain
• Headaches coming from the neck 
• Shoulder rotator cuff injuries, disease or disorders
• Minor sports injuries
• Sciatica 
• Migraine prevention
• Joint pains including hip and knee pain from osteoarthritis 
• Generalised aches and pains
• Mechanical neck pain 
• Muscle spasms
• Plantar fasciitis (short term management)
• Soft tissue disorders of the shoulder
• Elbow pain and tennis elbow arising from associated musculoskeletal conditions of the back and neck
• Cramp
• Tension and inability to relax

What to expect from your first treatment

Your Chiropractor will first take a case history regarding your general health background as well as details of your symptoms. This will help in assessing and analysing your particular problem. They will then thoroughly examine the joints in your body, literally from head to toe, using only their hands, and make the appropriate adjustments where necessary. You can remain clothed in loose fitting clothes or sports wear or there are gowns you can wear if you prefer. If your Chiropractor discovers or suspects a problem which requires medical investigation or an x-ray, they will refer you to your G.P. How many sessions will you need? The number of sessions needed varies considerable depending on

• Your age
• The nature of your problem

Typically most patients need between two and six sessions (your chiropractor will advise) initially at weekly intervals, then gradually more widely spaced out, by which time a noticeable change should have occurred, though treatment can continue for longer. 

Responses and Reactions to Treatments During a course of treatment most patients feel physical changes as the body re-aligns. These may include a brief period of stiffness or tiredness, but more often a feeling of well-being and relief from stress. 

For more information and to view video clips of the treatment go to: www.mctimoneychiropractic.org

Prices

Adults - First treatment 60 mins £60 Subsequent treatments 30 mins £50

Children - First treatment 60 mins £45 Subsequent treatments 30 mins £35

What Is Traditional Acupuncture?

Traditional acupuncture is an ancient system of medicine that has been effectively used over several thousand years and has its origins in China and other Eastern countries. From Chinese philosophy, our health is dependent on the body's motivating energy, known as Chi or Qi - flowing through the body in a smooth and balanced way. When this vital energy becomes unbalanced, illness may result. The acupuncturist aims to bring harmony and balance back to the client's Chi. As this happens, the client's symptoms and overall health will improve.

Chinese Acupuncture treats the person individually, looking at life patterns etc. rather than treating symptoms in isolation. This makes it a system of healing that treats holistically and can work on many levels, from the physical to the psyche.

What can it help?

The list below gives examples but is by no means exhaustive.

Muscles and joints: Back / joint pain, Tendonitis, Arthritis / bursitis, Sports injuries, Muscle spasm, Respiratory, Asthma, Bronchitis, Shortness of breath

Addictions: Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs, Food

Digestive system: Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Constipation, Epigastric pain, Ulcers, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Colitis

Ear, nose and throat: Dental pain, Sinusitis, Chronic coughs

Psychiatric: Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Stress

Neurological: Headaches, Tremors, Post-stroke, Chronic pain

Gynaecological and urinary: P.M.S. Menopause, Impotence

Cardiovascular: Blood pressure, Poor circulation, Anaemia

Dermatological: Acne, Herpes, Eczema

Cost:

Free 15 min consultation available

Acupuncture treatment 45 mins £45

Acupuncture full diagnosis with treatment if needed £50

What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a relaxing, holistic treatment which is believed to date back approximately 5000 years, originating in Egypt and China. It aims to stimulate the body's own healing process, enabling the body to restore balance and harmony whilst inducing a feeling of well being. A body in balance increases its ability to heal itself while promoting feelings of relaxation and calmness. It is believed that every part of the body is reflected on the feet and these reflexes are stimulated through reflexology.

The therapy treats the whole person rather than as a collection of symptoms.

What to expect during the treatment

Following a consultation, you will be invited to be seated on a reclining chair or couch. Due to the fact that the treatment will only be carried out on your feet, you will remain fully clothed with just the removal of your shoes and socks.

The therapist will work on the reflex points using fingers and thumbs applying different pressures and specialised massage techniques. Most people, during the treatment, experience a feeling of being deeply relaxed and soothed.

Our lives are increasingly challenged as we cope with ever increasing demands. It is important to acknowledge ways in which we can support ourselves and help cope with the stresses of modern life. It is acknowledged that we are all individuals and may respond on an individual basis to treatments. Following a treatment people often feel deeply relaxed, have reduced anxiety and experience improved sleep, relief from tension and improved sense of well being.

Cost:

Treatment (60 mins) £48

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a non-invasive holistic treatment using natural energy flow through the Reiki practitioner’s hands to the client for well being and health. Reiki (pronounced Ray Key) is a Japanese word meaning Universal life Energy. Reiki was developed in Japan in the early 1900's by Dr Mikao Usui. A Reiki practitioner will have received attunements from a Reiki Master to attune them to the Reiki energy, which then is channelled through to the recipient during a treatment.

What to expect during the treatment Following a consultation, you will be invited to lie on a massage couch or a chair if preferred, remaining fully clothed. The therapist then places their hands gently on or above your body in a sequence of positions, holding each one for several minutes. During a treatment, you may experience feelings of warmth, tingling and deep relaxation.

Potential benefits include:

• Reduced fatigue
• Sense of well-being and good health
• Deep relaxation to relieve symptoms of stress
• Deep relaxation to relieve symptoms of tension
• Positive impact on mood

Cost: £45

This form of massage would be advised for people suffering from the lasting effects of sports injuries, neck/shoulder stiffness, headaches, tight hamstrings or calves and low back/sciatic type pain (where a confirmed disc problem is not implicated). Generally it is the use of much deeper massage techniques to apply pressure in areas of discomfort, encouraging the relaxation/lengthening of tense muscles. Throughout the treatment the massage will be aimed at both areas of discomfort and related areas of pain referral. Although the client is encouraged to relax, on occasion they may be required to work with the therapist in order to facilitate a greater depth of work. A session may include Postural Assessment, Trigger Point work, NMT (Neuromuscular Technique) – essentially sustained pressure in tense areas to encourage a release of endorphins to suppress pain and so release tension. MET (Muscle Energy Techniques) – a collective name for a variety of techniques that stretch, strengthen or break down fibrous adhesions in which the client’s own effort and movement, rather than that of the therapist, provides the primary force in helping to alleviate the problem. STR – Soft Tissue Release – sustained pressure on the adhered fibres whilst stretching the muscle away from this fixed point by moving the joint.

Cupping therapy is an ancient Chinese medical treatment, it treats musculoskeletal pain, stimulates blood flow and encourages nutrients to the area. It is suitable for tight aching muscles and is used in conjunction with deep tissue massage, it promotes drainage of blood and lymph and localised muscle tissue is relaxed and loosened. The cup is applied to the skin after oil is put on it, a vacuum is obtained and a slight pulling sensation is felt along with an immediate release of tension. Slight discolouration of the skin can occur after treatment, this is normal and disappears after a few days.

Cost:

Treatment (60 mins) £46

Back, Neck & Shoulders: Treatment (45 mins) £36

Aromatherapy massage is a deeply relaxing therapy which works well on an emotional as well as a physical level. Aromatherapy oils are sourced from nature (leaves, berries and plant roots) each possessing their own excellent healing qualities. Prior to your massage, oils will be selected to suit your specific requirements at that time.

Massage with aromatherapy oils combines the effects of the oils themselves with the important element of human contact between the Aromatherapist and the client. What to expect during the treatment Following a consultation, a blend of essential oils, will be chosen individually for you, in response to how you are feeling emotionally and physically.

These will then be diluted in Vegetable carrier oil which is suitable for you, then applied using a variety of Aromatherapy massage techniques to soothe and ease tension whilst you are lying on a massage couch, covered for modesty by towels.

Potential benefits include:

• Sense of well-being and good health
• Deep relaxation to relieve symptoms of stress
• Deep relaxation to relieve symptoms of tension
• Positive impact on mood
• Relaxing the nervous system
• Improving the circulation
• Removal of toxins
• Hormonal balance

Cost:

Full Body Treatment (60 mins) £46

Back, Neck & Shoulders Treatment (45 mins) £36

This is massage incorporating the use of warmed basalt stones (Basalt stones are chosen for their heat-retaining properties). The stones are heated in a bath of water, dried and then run over the body during the massage to warm the muscles. The warmth from the stones penetrates to create a deeply soothing and relaxing experience.

Cost:

We have 4 different individual therapists that offer Hot Stone Massage, each work slightly differently, please contact us for more details.

Cost:

75 mins £55

45 mins £40

What is Indian Head Massage?

Indian Head Massage is a holistic treatment that concentrates on the shoulders, upper back, neck, head, scalp and face. It has been used in Asia over the last 5000 years and is commonly practised daily by the female side of families in India today. It was brought into the UK in the 1970's as a mixture of western and Indian techniques.

What to expect during the treatment

Following a consultation, you will be invited to be seated on a chair. For the treatment, you will just need to remove upper body clothing and a towel will be provided for your modesty and then oils will be applied using various massage movements to the back, neck, shoulder, head, scalp and face. If you prefer the treatment to be carried out without oils, this is possible, please just bring a t-shirt to wear.

Potential benefits include:

• Improved hair condition
• Improved circulation
• Improved energy levels
• Stimulation of Lymphatic system
• Reduced stress
• Removal of toxins

Cost:

Treatments - 45 minutes £36 30 minutes £33

What is Swedish Massage?

Swedish massage is the most common and widespread massage technique in the West, unlike the more spiritual disciplines associated with Eastern types of massage, Swedish is based entirely on Western concepts of Anatomy and Physiology. Combinations of techniques are used including effleurage (gliding strokes) petrissage (kneading) and tapotement (hacking) it is a firm yet often deeply relaxing type of massage.

Potential benefits include:

• Ease in muscle tension.
• Increased flexibility for muscles and joints
• Increased circulation
• Increased lymphatic drainage
• Decreased stress levels

Full body massage 60 minutes £46

Back and neck massage 45 minutes£36

Microsuction is a procedure that uses gentle suction to remove excessive ear wax. It’s is performed under direct vision with the use of magnifying glasses (Loupes) which enable a detailed view of the inner and outer ear.

One ear: £45.00

Both ears: £65.00

Home visits available on request at an additional cost.

Please note: a £20.00 non refundable deposit will be taken at booking and deducted from treatment cost. A consultation fee of £20.00 will be charged in the event of no wax found.

We offer a wide range of Aesthetic treatments with highly skilled therapists, Please see Therapist profile for our Aesthetic Therapists Abby Standerwick for more details on what treatments they each offer and how to book an appointment.