Other Therapies
The staff at our Sports Medicine, Science and Lifestyle centre can offer a range of other therapies to the public in our world-class recently-constructed faciltiies:
Acupuncture
A traditional Chinese method based on the theory that an energy force (Qi) moves through the body. If this Qi is blocked then ill health or injury can result. Treatment consists of needles being placed in specific points in the body to restore the balance within the body. Can be used for a wide variety of conditions such as muscle and joint pain, stress and insomnia, headaches and fatigue, sports injuries, digestive disorders, allergies, arthritis, asthma, depression.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the systematic use of essential oils in holistic treatments to improve physical and emotional well-being. Essential oils, extracted from plants, possess distinctive therapeutic properties, which can be utilised to improve health and prevent disease. These natural plant oils are applied in a variety of ways the most common of which is through massage
Reflexology
This is a popular and relaxing holistic treatment based on the principle that the reflex points on the soles, tops and sides of the feet are connected to corresponding areas on the body. In this way the feet can be seen as a ‘map’ of the body. Reflexologists work on the reflexes using specialised massage techniques to correct imbalances in the body and help release blocked energy and restore equilibrium.
Reflexology has been shown to be effective for back pain, migraine, infertility, arthritis, sleep disorders, hormonal imbalances, sports injuries, digestive disorders and stress related conditions.
Core Stability
We have a world leader in Core Stability and Gym Ball Training on our staff and you can benefit from one-to-one or group sessions to strengthen your core stability to improve posture and prevent back injury.
Orthotic Advice
Our Orthotic Advice service is available as part of the physiotherapy service.
