Absolute Beginners Yoga

Holistic support for anxiety, stress and associated symptoms such as insomnia

Emotions, according to traditional Chinese Medicine (tCM), affect our energy or Qi. It's completely normal to feel emotions, it's part of being alive. It's when we get stuck in an emotional state or we repress emotions that they may become harmful.

Chronic anxiety and habitual worrying about what may happen in the future depletes the body, mind and spirit. Mental health is a cornerstone of good overall health.

Natural support for anxiety and stress

These treatments may be offered in combination. For example, massage then acupuncture or head massage with body acupuncture.

- acupuncture
- acupressure (plus self-acupressure remote support via the Jing Self-care App)
- massage
- mindfulness
- yoga

A tCM approach with acupuncture/acupressure

Traditional Chinese Medicine (tCM) interprets anxiety as an energetic imbalance. From a tCM perspective there are a number of patterns which explain anxiety. There are too many to list but a common theme is a turbulent mind or Shen. Whatever the cause, activities which help develop mental resilience and stability such as acupuncture, acupressure, mindfulness and yoga all have a role to play in anchoring the Shen.

What happens at your initial consultation

Your anxiety is unique to you. This will be discussed at your first consultation which can last up to 90 minutes. The same case-history is taken for both acupuncture and acupressure. Acupressure is an option if you don't like needles. You will be asked about your anxiety history, triggers and other key lifestyle factors - emotions, diet and exercise. Your tongue will be observed as it maps your internal health.

You will then lie down on a couch or remain comfortably seated. If you are having acupuncture fine acupuncture needles will be inserted into different parts of your body (acu-points). The points chosen will depend on the type of your anxiety (your diagnosis). You rest for 20 minutes or so.

How many treatments will you need?

Commonly, a course of weekly treatment is recommended. After 6 weeks your progress is reviewed and you may be prescribed further weekly or fortnightly appointments. Monthly maintenance treatment may be recommended. As a rule, the longer you have had a condition the longer the treatment plan.

Free remote support

Patients have free access to the Jing Self-Care App. This provides you with ongoing treatment between your appointments. Generally, patients who follow their prescription make quicker and longer lasting improvement. For example, you may be recommended to follow a daily 15 minute self-acupressure routine for anxiety or insomnia.

For up-to-date information on Ruth's acupuncture services visit her revised website at www.ruthirvingacupunctureyoga.co.uk

Toosie Bawden
Musculoskeletal & Women's Health Physio
Chartered Physiotherapist

Toosie is a Chartered Physiotherapist who specialises in Musculoskeletal as well as Women’s Health physiotherapy.

After graduating from The University of Cape Town, South Africa with an honours degree in Physiotherapy in 2002, Toosie worked in private practice for 3 years, specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and hydrotherapy, whilst also working the sidelines for various sports teams and events within the city. She relocated to the UK and has since worked within the NHS and in private practice.

She completed my post-graduate Women’s Health training with the POGP in 2010 and has extensive experience treating a wide range of uro-gynaecological complaints from urinary incontinence to pelvic pain as well as sports related pelvic dysfunction.

Being an active sportswoman myself, from long distance running to cycling to triathlons, Toosie is aware of the importance of exercise in any form on one’s general wellbeing. Her main aim is to empower her clients to take control of their health and challenge themselves to overcome the difficulties that injuries can present. And most of all, to enjoy a happy healthy lifestyle!

Treatments:

45mins Physiotherapy (Manual release, Dry needling, Taping etc)

60mins Womens Health Assessment (Pelvic Floor and Pelvic Girdle)

60mins Post Natal Check (Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Girdle Diastasis Recti)

45mins Pessary insertion with Pelvic Floor exam

60mins Pilates / Sports Specific rehab 1-2-1

Clinic Times
Friday 8 am - 12

Hypnotherapy is a form of therapy that uses the power of suggestion to encourage positive change.

During a hypnotherapy session you will be guided into a deep state of relaxation (hypnosis). This trance-like state is similar to being completely absorbed in a book, movie, music, or even one’s own thoughts or meditations. While you are in this pleasant, dreamlike state your sub-conscious mind becomes open to positive suggestions and change.

Hypnosis allows you to reprogramme your thought patterns, process your emotions, get rid of old, unwanted behaviour patterns and replace them with new, positive alternatives. This medically accepted approach is highly effective for a wide range of emotional and behavioural issues, including pain management.

Regular sports therapy may help improve sports performance. Specialist rehabilitation and sports injury treatment is available at our Carlisle Therapies sports injury clinic.

A session may include:

Injury assessment and diagnosis Injury assessment by means of a thorough subjective and objective examination

Remedial/Sports Massage Massage is a common intervention for recovery and rehabilitation from sports injury and may include tigger point therapy and myofacial release.

Stretching and Strengthening Programme
Functional Rehabilitation

Contact us to book your initial sports therapy assessment.

Reiki is a gentle, yet effective therapy to aid relaxation, reduce anxiety, relieve stress and help boost your immune system. As Reiki helps relax your body and calm your mind, it helps whether you are experiencing an illness, stress or anxieties.

When you have a Reiki session, you remain fully clothed and can receive Reiki on a couch or seated, whatever is most comfortable for you. By placing their hands on, or near your body, Reiki energy flows through the therapist’s hands to help boost your own energy levels. This energy is often felt as a warmth, a pleasant tingling or a gentle wave sensation.

Most people experience a deep sense of relaxation and calm when they receive Reiki. Some experience a reduction in physical symptoms as well as relief of emotional concerns. Reiki can also aid restful sleep, calm the mind and boost your energy levels.

Reiki is now widely recognized as an effective Complementary Therapy, working well alongside conventional medicine and other therapies.

Reiki’s gentle energy can be experienced safely by people of all ages, including babies, children, the frail and elderly as well as pregnant women.

Do talk to your GP if you have any concerns regarding your health and Reiki treatments.