Health at Work

Iridology Iridology uses the appearance of the eye, and in particular the iris, to assess mental and physical health. Practitioners can identify past and present disorders and predict future problems by studying the colour, condition and markings of a patient’s iris. Iridologists…

Metamorphic Technique This technique was designed in the 1960’s by British reflexologist Robert St John. It was originally called pre-natal therapy. Gentle massage of the feet, hands and head is used to release physical and emotional blocks which are believed to have…

Hellerwork Hellerwork is a system of bodywork based on the work of Ida Rolf, and adding elements of manipulation and movement therapy. It is based on the principle that by re-balancing the human structure within gravity and freeing ones natural movement an…

Chinese Herbal Medicine Along with Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine makes up the system of traditional chinese medicine which dates back some 3500 years. Chinese medicine believes in 2 equal but opposite life forces: “yin” (female, receptive, dark, cold, unconscious), and “yang” (male,…

Qi Gong Qi Gong is a component of Traditional Chinese Medicine and literally means “energy work”. Movement, breathing techniques and meditation are used to develop and improve the circulation of Qi (“lifeforce”) around the body. It is thought these practises help the…

Bach Flower Remedies The use of plants and flowers have a long standing tradition in folkloric medicine. This series of 38 preparations made from wild flowers and plants is called after its originator, an English physician named Dr Edward Bach. Bach thought…

Chiropractic Chiropractic was developed in the 19th Century by Daniel D Palmer. It aims to diagnose and treat disorders of the spine, joints and muscles with techniques of manipulation, and to maintain the health of the nervous system and organs. Chiropractors believe…

Meditation Meditation is a practice which is part of many world religions. It is designed to induce a state of profound relaxation, inner harmony and increased self-awareness.The actual method of practising mediation might vary between schools of thought: from mantras and watching…

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, rhythmic massage. It stimulates the lymphatic vessels leading to the re-absorption and removal of excess water, metabolic waste, debris and toxins from the body tissues. Lymph is the clear fluid that oozes from…