Therapy Treatments in Glasgow AROMATHERAPY Aromatherapy is hugely popular nowadays and scientific research has shown it to be very effective for stress related conditions, insomnia and emotional problems. Yet again we are not pioneers in this field as our ancestors in ancient times, principally
in Egypt and the Far East, discovered the therapeutic use of the essential oils. The 1930's saw a revival with a further boost of popularity in the 1960's.
Where do these essential oils come from? They are extracted from flowers, fruits, leaves, stems and from the roots of trees, shrubs and flowers. A variety of processes are used to extract the oils but the most widely used is the steam distillation process
although some are best obtained by squeezing the oil from the peel, or by immersing the plant in hot oil to release the essence. In some cases, pressing the flowers between glass plates is still used.
To obtain the benefit of the oils, they have to be absorbed by the body either by inhalation or skin massage. They work in slightly different ways. The inhaled odour stimulates the olfactory centres in the nose and quickly passes to particular parts
of the brain. Oils, which are massaged into the skin, pass into the blood stream and so influence the central nervous function, mental function and emotions.
The therapeutic oils are highly concentrated and are only used sparingly.
Massage is an important part of an aromatherapy treatment combined with the beneficial properties of essential oils blended in a vegetable based carrier oil. It relaxes and revitalises a tired body, lifts depression and helps the body to heal. It promotes
well being of body, mind and spirit.
REIKI Reiki is a form of healing using "universal life energy" an energy which animates us all and is found all around us. Reiki helps to harmonize mind, body and spirit.
It is a hands-on healing technique and is based on a specific energy attunement using life energy channelled through the practitioner to the part of the recipient's body where it is most needed. It can be used for physical, mental or emotional healing
During the Reiki treatment, you relax, fully clothed, on a couch or seated, while the healer hold his/her hands on or above the client.
There is no pressure on the body which makes it ideal for all ages and conditions. The energy flows where it is required and can normally be felt as a warm sensation or tingling in the body. The treatment can last an hour or more.
Reiki can be used to reduce stress, relieve pain, headaches, anxiety, PMT, strengthen the immune system, clear toxins, release blocked and suppressed feelings.
Reiki should never be used instead of medical treatment. It should be used as a complement and a way to become and remain healthy.
REFLEXOLOGY Reflexology is a natural holistic therapy and helps to reduce stress by inducing deep relaxation.
It helps to restore hormonal balance and sleep patterns. It assists in boosting energy and the immune system. It also improves circulation and helps clear the system of impurities and toxins.
Reflexology works by using the pressure points on the hands and feet to stimulate the healing powers of the body. It is not new since it has been used widely in India and China for the past 4000 years.
There are ten invisible reflex zones passing down the body from the top of your head to the end of your toes, with all the organs and parts of the body lying in one or more of the zones. The reflex points on the feet and on the hands reflect all the
organs and structure of the body which is why reflexology can help a wide range of problems. The aim of the massage is to clear the energy channels that have become blocked and are causing problems. Once cleared, energy can flow freely and the body
can heal.
Get in Touch To find out more about my therapy treatments, please call me at Dolina Clark in Newlands or Glasgow on 0141 571 1413
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