In this first article of 2022 I will explore how to build and maintain general health and wellbeing throughout the winter months. Beginning with looking at the evidence that supports the use of dietary supplements, especially those connected to boosting immunity. For some adjusting diet to include more substantial and nourishing foods in order to … Read more
The Christmas holiday period is traditionally recognised as the time for meeting up with friends and loved ones. Last Christmas due to covid many were shielding and denied their annual get-together. 2021 has been tough with restrictions affecting all of us, some more than others. Overall, I have witnessed a fantastic community spirit with people … Read more
The Integrated Care Bill is expected to become Law in March 2022 this will bring about a great many changes to NHS healthcare provision going forward. The progress of this bill is no surprise to me as in 2018 I attended a conference at The Kings Fund London where the keynote speakers Sir Sam Etherington … Read more
90% of Bowel cancer cases can be treated successfully if diagnosed early Bowel cancer affects men and women almost equally and is the third most common type of cancer in 2009 41,142 cases registered with 18,431 female and 22,711 male. Depending on where the cancer starts, bowel cancer is sometimes called colon or rectal cancer. … Read more
A Clinical Reflexology (CR) Service was introduced to Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust DCHFT cancer patients in 2014 the aim being to enhance the cancer patient experience. Funded by Fortuneswell Cancer Trust the service is managed and delivered by self-employed Complementary Practitioner and Clinical Reflexologist Abbigail Langstone-Wring BSc FETC DHom MFHT MAR MCThA. The service … Read more
A stiff or painful neck is a common physical condition I regularly treat with Clinical Reflexology. Acute or chronic neck issues may originate from genetic or birth defects, accident or trauma, poor posture, age related degeneration and diseases such as arthritis. Whilst symptoms arising from problems in the neck such as headaches, shoulder mobility, tingling fingers etc… … Read more
We are all faced with making decisions daily. Some are easier to make than others. Such as what to cook for dinner this evening ? the solution is often guided by what is readily accessible in the fridge or freezer. If nothing suitable is found a trip to the local store will provide choices and … Read more
In the last article I discussed the importance of diet and nutrition in symptom management of diagnosed IBS. How I can help you identify your food intolerances and support you whilst you conduct an elimination diet safely and effectively. The focus of this article is symptom management of IBS using Clinical Reflexology and Counselling. Clinical … Read more
Patients diagnosed with the medical condition IBS often complain of experiencing a wide range of distressing symptoms. Reporting the acute or first stage of symptom development as being intestinal pain, bloating and gas with constipation or loose stools. Stomach symptoms at the second stage may involve indigestion, heartburn and acid reflux. Whilst the third or … Read more
From the title of this month’s article you might be forgiven for thinking I am getting out dusters and polish, mops and buckets to clean my therapy room. I have de-cluttered and cleaned my therapy room to the extent I would quite happily invite the bug police ( should they exist ) to enter and … Read more