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What can Acupuncture do for you?
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine involving needles being inserted to specific areas of the body. it is often used alongside conventional physiotherapy techniques to help promote natural self healing. Did you know that there are over 350 acupuncture sites on the body?! Acupuncture has been shown to improve bodily functions through stimulating neural activity
Have you had your 5-a-day?
Did you know that 1 banana contains: Vitamin B6 (for nerve, brain, skin and circulatory health) Manganese (for bone production, skin health and blood pressure control) Vitamin C (for brain and immune system health) Potassium (to aid nutrient intake and remove waste products) Fibre (for healthy digestion) Copper (for antioxidant protection and cholesterol balance) Biotin (helps to
What are Mobilisations?
Mobilisations are a form of manual therapy; ’…the use of hands in a curative and healing manner or a hands-on technique with therapeutic intent…’ used to treat and manage dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system. Physiotherapists use mobilisations as a treatment technique to address joint pain and stiffness associated with joint, muscle, tendon or ligament injury.
Blueberries!
This fruit has been shown to contain one of the ‘highest antioxidant capacities amongst fruit, vegetables and spices’. Studies have highlighted that blueberries can promote health through combatting free radicals that can damage cellular structures. Whether you eat them frozen or fresh, they still contain the same amount of vitamins and minerals! 1 cup of
Ultrasound, but not as we know it!
Therapeutic Ultrasound is used by therapists to provide deeper treatment to injured tissues. The ultrasound machine emits sound waves which travel beyond the epidermis (top layers of skin) to the dermis barrier zone, resulting in deeper and enhanced healing. How does it work? 1. Sound waves pass through the skin 2. Vibration of local tissues
What can Acupuncture do for you?
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine involving needles being inserted to specific areas of the body. it is often used alongside conventional physiotherapy techniques to help promote natural self healing. Did you know that there are over 350 acupuncture sites on the body?! Acupuncture has been shown to improve bodily functions through stimulating neural activity
Have you had your 5-a-day?
Did you know that 1 banana contains: Vitamin B6 (for nerve, brain, skin and circulatory health) Manganese (for bone production, skin health and blood pressure control) Vitamin C (for brain and immune system health) Potassium (to aid nutrient intake and remove waste products) Fibre (for healthy digestion) Copper (for antioxidant protection and cholesterol balance) Biotin (helps to
What are Mobilisations?
Mobilisations are a form of manual therapy; ’…the use of hands in a curative and healing manner or a hands-on technique with therapeutic intent…’ used to treat and manage dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system. Physiotherapists use mobilisations as a treatment technique to address joint pain and stiffness associated with joint, muscle, tendon or ligament injury.
Blueberries!
This fruit has been shown to contain one of the ‘highest antioxidant capacities amongst fruit, vegetables and spices’. Studies have highlighted that blueberries can promote health through combatting free radicals that can damage cellular structures. Whether you eat them frozen or fresh, they still contain the same amount of vitamins and minerals! 1 cup of
Ultrasound, but not as we know it!
Therapeutic Ultrasound is used by therapists to provide deeper treatment to injured tissues. The ultrasound machine emits sound waves which travel beyond the epidermis (top layers of skin) to the dermis barrier zone, resulting in deeper and enhanced healing. How does it work? 1. Sound waves pass through the skin 2. Vibration of local tissues
