Therapies - The Health Works

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Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a system of healing which has been practiced in the East for thousands of years. Although often described as a means of pain relief, it is in fact used to treat people with a wide range of illnesses. Its focus is on improving the overall well-being of the patient, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms.

The team:
Catherine Aubin | George Askounis | Vera Wong

Our team is registered with the British Acupuncture Council. The highest standards of needle hygiene are observed with only new needles being used and disposed of with the strictest methods

Fees:
Adults:
£70 first appointment 90 minutes.
£50 follow-ups 60 minutes.

Children:
£50 first appointment 60 minutes.
£30 follow-ups 30 minutes.

Pregnancy & induction:
£50 first appointment 60 minutes.
£60 follow-ups 75 minutes.

Auricular:
£50 first appointment 60 minutes.
£25 follow-ups 30 minutes.

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Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a natural medical system that uses safe, non-toxic medicines that have no side-effects. It is a gentle, natural alternative to potentially harmful drug treatment.

The team
Nicola Pendreich | Jo Redmond | George Askounis

Fees
Adults
£65 first appt 90 mins
£50 follow ups 45 mins
(Appts with George – £80 for a 2 hour initial appointment)
Children
£45 first apt 60 mins
£35 follow ups 30 mins
Discounted options:
£75 for 75 minute adult and child joint appointment
£60 for one hour follow up for two children joint appointment
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Cranial Osteopathy

Cranial osteopathy uses gentle and subtle techniques with very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses and strains in the cranium and throughout the body.

Cranial osteopathy can be a part of any osteopathic treatment and is often used for:

sinus problems
tinnitus
headaches
head injuries, whiplash, effects of accidents and traumas
effects of coughs, colds, flu, cranial can speed up the healing
all the usual musculoskeletal problems

The team
Manuel Ponce

Fees
Adults
£50 first appt 45 mins.
£55 45 minute follow-ups.
£45 30 minute follow-ups
Children
£45 first appt 45 mins.
£38 follow ups 30 mins.
Twin Children
£80 first appointment 1 hour and 15 minutes.
£70 follow ups 1 hour.

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Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment emphasising the structural function of the body. It recognises that much of the pain and disability which we suffer stems from abnormalities in the function of the body structure as well as damage caused to it by disease.

The team
Manuel Ponce

Fees
Adults
£50 first appt 45 mins.
£55 45 minute follow-ups.
£45 30 minute follow-ups.
Children
£45 first appt 45 mins.
£38 follow-ups 30 mins.
Twin Children
£80 first appointment 1 hour and 15 minutes.
£70 follow-ups 1 hour.

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Aromatherapy Massage

Essential oils absorbed through the skin, lungs and olfactory nerve are highly effective in treating a wide range of conditions including stress, insomnia, skin problems, aches and pains, PMS to name a few.

The team
Marina Pupkevich

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

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Aromatherapy Facial Massage

This luxurious treatment stimulates the blood supply increasing the oxygen level and improving skin tone. Combined with LD (Lymphatic Drainage) techniques, elimination of toxins helps to reduce conditions like sinusitis and puffy eyes. Essential oils, masks, poultices and compresses are used. These powerful essential oils not only have an effect on the face but also the body, through inhalation and absorption through the skin eventually entering the bloodstream. Immediate results can be seen with the skin looking refreshed and more dynamic, features are more relaxed and the face tends to take on a more youthful glow. The by-product of the treatment also gives the client an overall sense of well-being.

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage is a form of therapy that particularly focuses on stiff and knotted muscles in a deeper level of the body. The therapist uses slow and deep strokes across the grain of the muscles to release the tension. It can also release emotional stress in the deeper layers of the body. Throughout the treatment the therapist consults the client regarding the pressure level and the areas that need to be worked on.

The team
Marina Pupkevich | Vera Wong | Lucy Ead

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

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Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage relieves tense and knotted muscles, improves circulation, oxygenates the brain, and is a beneficial programme for de-stressing and balancing the whole body.

The team
Marina Pupkevich | Lucy Ead

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

This is a specialised therapy which is designed to improve the functioning of the lymphatic system and therefore the body’s immune system. This is achieved through gentle rhythmic movements to the skin which stimulate the contractions of the lymphatic vessels. By improving the flow of lymph a greater amount of metabolic waste and excess fluid is removed from the tissues and the circulation of nutrients is enhanced.

The team
Marina Pupkevich | Lucy Ead

Fees
£70 for 90 mins

Muscle Testing

The Team
Nicola Pendreich

This uses a simple muscle response procedure to identify toxins &

weaknesses which are causing ill health. Disease has its root causes in toxicity or

deficiency within the body. The toxins may include: bacteria or viruses; chemicals such as drugs, pesticides or household products; foods or other substances that are causing intolerance; emotional stress that unbalances our body chemistry.

Deficiencies may include: poor diet; lack of emotional support; inadequate exercise.

Patients will be prescribed Homeopathic remedies, flower essences and nutritional supplements according to the issues identified by their muscle tests. Dietary & lifestyle changes may also be suggested if they will benefit a person’s health.

Fees
Adults
First appointment is £65 for 90min – Follow up is £50 for 60min
Children
First appointment is £50 for 90min – Follow up is £45 for 60min

Pregnancy Massage

This lovely relaxing massage is tailored to the unique needs of women throughout the different stages of pregnancy. The massage practitioner has the skills and knowledge of the specific anatomy and physiology of a woman as she goes through her pregnancy.

The team
Marina Pupkevich | Lucy Ead

Fees
£48 for 60 mins

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Shiatsu

Shiatsu is a Japanese form of body-work based on traditional oriental medicine theory and is considered to be a highly potent way to achieve and maintain health and emotional balance.

The team
Catherine Aubin | Peter Cottrill

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

Sports Massage

As more people decide on following a healthier lifestyle, visits to the gym or general jogging can sometimes be undertaken a bit too enthusiastically, especially in the early days. Amateur or professional athletes have to train very hard to stay in peak condition. Over-exertion due to intensive exercise can cause a build up of lactic acid causing pain.

The team
Marina Pupkevich | Lucy Ead

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

Swedish Massage

The technique involves the use of hands, forearms or elbows to manipulate the muscle layers. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of the massage. The specific techniques used in Swedish massage involve the application of long gliding strokes, friction, kneading and tapping movements on the soft tissues of the body.

The team
Catherine Aubin | Marina Pupkevich | Vera Wong | Lucy Ead

Fees

30mins – £30
45mins – £40
60mins – £48
75mins – £60
90mins – £70

Back Massage

The team
Marina | Lucy Ead

Fees
£30 for 30 mins

Myofascial Massage

The team
Lucy Ead

Fees
£70 for 90 minutes

Reflexology

Reflexology is a 20th century version of an ancient healing and relaxation technique as old as acupuncture. Like other ancient therapies it utilises the energy that flows along the energy zones (meridians) of the body. These meridians correspond to all the major organs, glands and body parts. Based on the principle that congestion or tension in any part of the foot or hand mirrors congestion or tension in a related part of the body, a trained reflexologist applies gentle pressure to the feet or hands restoring the free-flow of energy to the whole body.

The team
Vera Wong

Fees
£45 for 60 mins

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Tui na

Tui na or Chinese Medical Massage shares the same in-depth theories and diagnostic techniques as Acupuncture (without the needles). Tui Na massage consists of various lifting, stretching, stroking, pushing and grasping massage techniques. This is accompanied by acupressure.

The team
George Askounis

Fees
£45 for 60 mins

Physiotherapy

Physioworld is a national organisation that operates a satellite clinic out of Healthworks. There are 5 physiotherapists working 1 or 2 days a week each from 8am until 7pm Monday to Friday.

The team
Imran | Sonya | Reem

Fees
£30 for 30 mins

Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique improves ease of movement, balance, stamina and muscular tension by identifying and addressing harmful postural habits that we have adopted over time. It is suitable for any fitness level and can be used as remedial movement education to complete recovery and provide pain management. Conditions that can be treated are: back and neck problems; chronic headaches; RSI; posture or balance problems; anxiety and stress-related conditions.

The team
Carol Summers

Fees
£45 for 60 minutes.

Reiki

Reiki balances body, mind and emotions as it releases tension and stress, creating a deep relaxation and feeling of well-being. Reiki complements other therapies and no belief is required, only a willingness to receive the Reiki energy is needed to improve health and enhance the quality of life. The therapist places their hands in several positions over the body where Reiki is channeled through the therapist to the recipient. Often a feeling of warmth or tingling is felt. Though extremely powerful, Reiki is safe for anyone – elderly, very young, pregnant, frail or post-surgery. Reiki benefits most ailments as it works in harmony with the body’s ability to heal itself, eg stress, tension, anxiety, depression, headaches, ME, arthritis, menopausal problems, aches and pains, insomnia and sciatica. Chronic ailments also respond well.

Fees
£45 for 60 minutes.

Buteyko Method for Asthma

The core of the Buteyko Method is to raise awareness of the way the client is breathing, and to use specific, gentle exercises to retrain the client to breathe appropriately for the level of activity they are doing. They will be trained to always breathe through the nose, and for many people, this in itself feels miraculous after years of mouth breathing. Over time, the exercises permanently retrain the chemo-receptor responsible for breathing rates, and many clients will eventually only need to monitor their breathing every so often. Exercises can be resumed in any stressful period to prevent a return of symptoms.

The team
George Askounis

Fees
Adults
£65 first appointment 90 minutes.
£50 follow ups 60 mins
Children
£45 first appointment 60 minutes.
£45 follow ups 60 mins

Nutritional therapy

Nutritional therapy is the application of nutrition science to promote health, peak performance and individual care. Based in the Functional Medicine paradigm, nutritional therapy seeks to address the underlying causes of poor health rather than addressing symptoms alone. In nutritional therapy, the ‘one size fits all’ approach is completely absent as each programme is bespoke to the individual’s health, medical history, diet and lifestyle.

Nutritional therapy uses diet & lifestyle adjustments bespoke to the individual to address chronic health concerns such as:

fatigue
weight management
healthy aging
digestive health
migraines
female health
inflammatory conditions

Team

Wrisley Magargal

Fees

1st appointment – £85 for 75 mins

2nd appointment – £65 for 60 mins

Follow up – £50 for 45 mins

Hopi Ear Candle

Fees
£50 for 60 mins

Craniosacral Therapy

Fees:

1st appointment – £60 for 60 minutes

Follow-up – £55 for 45 minutes

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle yet powerful hands-on therapy. It was developed by osteopaths over 100 years ago.

The client lies fully clothed on the treatment table and the therapist applies a very light and gentle touch to various parts of the body listening for subtle rhythmic motions in the body. When these rhythmic motions get compromised by various things like stress, injuries, accidents, toxicity and emotional problems, it can lead to a wide range of health problems. The therapist encourages a restoration of the rhythmic motions resulting in a return to health and thus supports the body’s ability to heal itself. Layers of stress or trauma may be resolved in a very gentle way.

Who is it for?

CST is probably best known for treating babies because it is so gentle and non-invasive, but it can be beneficial at any age.

Conditions that can respond well include problems associated with trauma and stress, headaches, back and neck pain, sciatica, bone/joint disorders, migraine, menstrual/hormonal disorders, muscular pain, sinusitis, anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, digestive issues, insomnia. It can also be used to provide a general support for the everyday challenges of life.

What is a typical session like?

The first session lasts 60 minutes as the therapist will take a case history. Follow-up sessions last 45 minutes.

The client lies fully clothed, either on his/her back or side, on a massage table or sits on a chair. The therapist then applies a light touch on various areas of the client’s body. CST is a holistic approach and benefits can happen in mind or body. After a session people mostly feel relaxed, calm and energised, but it’s recommended to allow the body a longer period of rest as the healing process can occur beyond the actual session. It’s often a good idea to drink some water after the session.

Some people may only need one or two sessions, others find a regular treatment over a longer period of time more beneficial. For full benefits a series of treatments are usually recommended. CST is a complementary therapy and clients should always check their symptoms with their GP.