July 2015
Hayfever
Do You or anyone you know suffer with Hay fever it can make life a misery and many suffers end up not being able to live normal life during the season, unable to leave home and go to work. It affects 1 in 5 people and is an allergic reaction to pollen.
You can be allergic to tree, grass, or weed pollen. You can get hay fever at any age and often you can grow out of it as you get older.
Treatments are mostly over the counter antihistamines or corticosteroids (steroids) which reduce swelling and inflammation.
For those that wish to look at an alternative treatment then acupuncture maybe just what you looking for it may reduce the most severe symptoms. A course of treatments would be required.
Call today to find out more 01963 350405 and ask to speak with Jennifer.
June 2015
Well we are almost through half the year and its hard to believe where the time has gone.
The clinic has stayed steady over the year and we have our core of therapies and therapists offering a wide range of treatments.
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March 2015
I have just completed a Kinesio taping course also known as K Tape you may have seen athletes on television with bright coloured tape on. Its a flexible but supportive tape that moves and works with the body to relieve pain and swelling.
I have to say having had first hand experience of it I am a fan. Many of my regular clients will know I fell through the attic ceiling well part of me did any way for the past 10 weeks I have had low grade neck pain. The tape was put on during training I had it on for 3 days and the pain has gone and I did two full days at work and expected it to creep back - nothing yet and that was 5 days ago now.
I have already taped many of my clients so I look forward to feed back and I will bring you more news about taping as I am attending a further course at the end of September. K taping isnt just for sports people it can help in a wide range of problems so call and have a chat with me.
Towards the end of last year I also trained in Bellabaci cupping and bamboo massage and use these new modes in much of my sports massage. I am really liking the results and so are my clients.
January 2015
So the New Year has arrived and we all have great hopes for a new year, new beginnings and resolutions. Sadly after a chaotic festive period, daylight seems still to be at a premium, the year didn't start quite as hoped and a few weeks in its still not kick started that feel good feeling you had hoped for.
I have found it best to ride out January or get to at least the 25th before deciding on what course of action if any I would like to take for the coming year.
Wanting to get fit, loose weight are often top of a lot of peoples lists at this time of year and when we do not get up and at it in the first week of January heads start to drop and disappointment takes hold making it not such a great start to the year ahead.
So why not start some time after the 25th January allow this time to flow over you and get back into usual daily routines
START and then don't look back. You need to give your body a minimum of 3 months to start changing shape from exercise and diet. DO NOT deprive yourself of food just take smaller portions and try to cut down on chocolate, cake and crisps perhaps one of each in a week. Yes it takes at least 3 months to see results so give yourself the time to get to where you are looking and feeling good.
How can Pithers Yard Natural Health Clinic help you??
We offer a range of treatments that maybe of benefit to you. If you have problems with pain then come and see our Bowen Therapist or McTimoney Chiropractor.
Massage can help with sluggish lymphatic systems which is responsible for clearing waste and toxins from our bodies and will help it work more efficiently. It can help to improve the digestive system, all helping with wanting to loose weight.
Acupuncture can be of great benefit and can help with cravings as well as helping all body systems to work more efficiently.
We look forward to being of help call today
October 2014
Power walking - having just returned from a holiday in Ireland I was surprised to see how many ladies (sorry gentlemen) were out there power walking. Many with young babies and children in their buggies and walking in pairs having a great time and catching up.
What is power walking? well it is walking at a brisk pace, wider stride than walking and using your arms in a pumping action to raise your heartbeat. It is a great cardiovascular exercise to do and all levels of fitness can take part which is the best part. And its open to men, women and children.
The benefits of exercise are:
Weight management
Its FREE
Health benefits
Great for Stress
Its FREE
So pop on some comfortable clothing and some walking or training shoes and get out there. You will increase your fitness, make your bones upper and lower stronger and you will feel great being out seeing where you live and de-stressing at the same time.
How many of us pop to the shops, work, school run, friends house in the car rather than walk (yes my hands up too) We automatically jump in the car when really it would take very little time to walk to some of the places we drive too.
So for fun, healthy, FREE exercise get out and walk
For those that have not exercised or have medical problems which may limit you then please always seek medical advise on any kind of exercise before taking part.