Back Pain
Back Pain is one of the most common medical complaints within the UK and it is estimated that 80% of the worlds population will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives.  Millions of hours of time are spent away from work, which comes at a hefty financial cost both for individuals and businesses.  Once a back condition arises research shows that recurrence can be as high as 50% in the first few months.  Prevention of back pain is therefore desirable with exercises such as Pilates and Yoga proven to help as is general healthy living.
  
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment that concerns the  identification and correction of functional abnormalities in the body, which can result from structural imbalance. It shares many of the same goals as traditional medicine, but places greater emphasis on the relationship between organs and the muscloskeletal system, as well as treating the individual rather than the disease. After a diagnosis has been made, treatment may consist of various  massage, stretching and joint positioning techniques, manipulation or more  gentle rhythmic or cranial methods.
  
 Massage and Aromatherapy
 Therapeutic massage used with essential oils is a very effective treatment when pain is due to muscular fatigue, spasm or tension. There are a large number of essential oils that can help reduce pain in the short term and treat muscular problems in the longer term. Regular use of the oils and massage can help  prevent pain by relaxing tight muscles, relieving stress, improving muscle tone and increasing the general level of well being.
  
Acupuncture
The use of Acupuncture to treat back pain has increased dramatically in the last few decades. There have been a large number of placebo-controlled studies that have validated Acupuncture as a safe and reliable method of pain relief.  Positive therapeutic outcome can be expected for periods from 6 months upwards. The needles are often inserted locally near the site of pain and maybe in other locations such as arms and legs. The practitioner will provide a  tailor-made programme of “spinal health” individually suited to your condition and you as a unique individual.
  
 Reflexology
 The reflexologist will use their hands to apply pressure to the feet. The  application and the effect of the therapy is unique to each person. It is a  non-invasive therapy and can offer relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.