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An introduction to Compression therapy
Compression therapy is a treatment that involves techniques of dynamic compression where gentle pressure is placed on the lower limbs to enhance blood flow. Compression therapy, therefore, enhances recovery and rehab. Other effects of the treatment are decreased swelling, pain and improve recovery time: There are many research articles that support this type of treatment:
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Top tips for naturally beautiful nails
There’s nothing classier than clean, healthy nails. How can you keep yours in tip-top shape? Follow these simple guidelines to find out, and start your nail care regime today:
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Antenatal Classes: Why They’re Essential for a Confident Birth Experience
Antenatal classes empower expectant parents with essential knowledge on labor, newborn care, and midwife and antenatal services. Whether choosing a hospital or home birth, these classes help you feel confident and prepared for the journey ahead. Discover options across South Africa today!
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Aerobics
Aerobics I’m pretty sure that I can guess what came to mind: neon, leg warmers and some I-wonder-if-that-will-come-back again blue eye shadow. However, aerobics is far more of a vigorous form of exercise than the spandex-wearing ladies of the 80’s would lead you to believe. What is Aerobics? Aerobics is a specific form of cardio that focuses on upping your heart rate and hopefully lessening the scale. The upbeat practice focuses on cardio-vascular based exercises as well as combining strength training, muscle toning and flexibility. It’s p
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Corporate massage: Bringing relaxation into the workplace
For many, an office environment is a place of extreme stress, strict deadlines and tense relationships. In today's corporate world, many employees suffer from the physical and mental side effects of living unbalanced lives where work seems to dominate every waking hour.
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Aromatherapy: Therapy that engages your sense of smell
Aromatherapy aims to improve one’s psychological and physical well being through the use of aromatic plant oils, aroma compounds and essential oils. The practice of Aromatherapy has ancient roots going back to early civilisations in China, India, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Aromatherapy can be used in conjunction with other therapy methods or more standard medical practices.
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A beginner’s guide to the art of Chiropractic
Chiropractic is an alternative form of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis of disorders in areas of the musculoskeletal system, such as the spine. One of the central techniques in Chiropractic is spinal manipulation therapy (SMT), which can be described as a form of manual therapy of the joints and areas of soft tissue.
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When Should You See a Dermatologist?
A look at how dermatologists detect and treat various forms of skin cancer, including melanoma
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Bikram Yoga
What many people don’t know prior to their Yoga journey is that there are a variety of practices to choose from. Each practice is designed to suit certain physical and mental goals or preferences, and choosing the right one is key. This article will be focused on the strenuous and sweat inducing practice known as Bikram Yoga. What is Bikram Yoga? Bikram Yoga is a practice that follows a very specific flow. The practice must contain twenty-six poses and two breathing exercises in the space of 90 minutes in a room that is heated to approximatel
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Top tips for choosing the perfect diet clinic
For many people, no matter their gender or age, losing weight can be a considerable struggle that is often unpleasant and fill with setbacks. Seeking professional help from a weight loss clinic can make your weight loss goals easier to achieve in a safe manner and reasonable time frame. Read on to find out what factors you should consider if you need to lose weight and are considering teaming up with a weight loss clinic to help you succeed:
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Five facts you need to know about Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is a form of alternative therapy that has its roots in ancient Eastern medicine. During a cupping therapy session, a therapist will create a suction effect on the skin using cups specially designed for cupping therapy. The therapist uses the cups to create a vacuum effect, which pulls the area of the skin that is in contact with the cup into the hollow of the cup.
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Animal Therapy
When many of us think of having animals in our homes and for companionship, it is likely that we haven’t thought of them being used as a form of therapy to those suffering from depressio
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Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy Massage. During the course of your pregnancy, it is inevitable that you will be bombarded with numerous words of advice. Whether it comes from your mother, your great aunt or a stranger on the street, the constant grappling with new information can be overwhelming and stressful. It is important that you cope with your pregnancy t
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Facials
You either love them, or you hate them. Regardless, your skin may need them every once in a while to keep healthy, glowing and clean. Facials range from being very simple to very, very complicated. Whether you are getting a basic exfoliation and extraction or a gold plated experience of the rich and famous, facials are something that should be a priority for your skin.
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Navigating Healing Trauma with Somatic Experiencing Therapy
Moreover, Somatic Experiencing Therapy equips individuals with invaluable tools for navigating future challenges
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