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Confi dential, one-on-one consultation to understand and identify underlying causes, formulate individual treatment plan and advise on post-treatment wellbeing and maintenance. Specializing in: Spine and joint pain Upper and lower back pain Shoulder and neck stiff ness Help available for: Rheumatic/ arthritic conditions  Plantar fasciitis  Gout Digestive disorders (IBD/ IBS/ Refl ux)  Allergies / Rhinitis Skin conditions (eczema/acne)  Migraine Depression, stress and anxiety  Period pain Contact Lulu Dai for a free consultation: t: 07469188657 e: l uludai1@outlook.com /tsianacupuncture YAXLEY-BASED | STRICT HYGIENE STANDARDS FOLLOWED

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FOR BOTH Specialising in: MMA JUNIORS AND ADULTS Muay Thai Strength & Conditioning aj@kingdom-fi tness.co.uk www.kingdom-fi tness.co.uk Complementary TherapyExplainedWith such an array of complementary therapies on offer, it can be difficult to know which one might best suit your particular ailment or condition. Here's the low-down on some of the most popular therapies and the kinds of conditions they can help. Acupuncture

Acupuncture uses the insertion of fine needles into particular points in the skin. Where the needles are placed will depend on your condition. Acupuncturists believe that stimulating these points can correct imbalances in the flow of qi or energy (see also Traditional Chinese Medicine below).

Good for: pain relief (it is sometimes used post-surgery), menstrual and menopausal problems, tendonitis, urinary problems, sports injuries.

Chiropractors work to correct dysfunction in the joints and muscles and work particularly on the spinal column, where problems such as neck and back pain can originate. Through manual treatments, such as spinal manipulation and adjustment, it can treat and help to prevent mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Good for: headaches, lower back pain, neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, Scoliosis, stress.

Homeopathy uses highly diluted substances – usually given in tablet form – that are said to help to trigger the body's own natural system of healing. Based on the principle of treating 'like with like', the tablets contain minute amounts of substances, which in large doses would trigger a reaction, but in minute doses actually help to alleviate the condition.

Good for: allergies, upper respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, hay fever, pre-menstrual syndrome, sinusitis.

Naturopathy uses a combination of natural therapies to help the body to heal itself. Therapies include diet, hydrotherapy, osteopathy, herbalism, homeopathy and exercise, which can all help the body to cleanse itself of toxins and alleviate stress.

Good for: chronic and acute conditions, such as digestive problems, chronic fatigue, hormonal problems, anxiety.

Osteopathy is considered mainstream these days and you can often be treated on the NHS. Working on the bones, joints and muscles, osteopathy uses manipulation, massage and light movements to holistically rebalance physical, mental and emotional problems. Good for: back pain, pregnancyrelated problems, sports injuries.

TCM works on the belief that illness is caused by disharmony (or dis-ease) in the body due to an imbalance of the flow of qi or energy. Qi is made up of two forces, yin and yang, and illness occurs when one of these forces dominates. A combination of Chinese herbs and acupuncture is usually used. Good for: asthma and chest conditions, skin conditions such as eczema and rosacea.

During the first consultation with your therapist you will be asked a lot of questions about your overall health, not just about your particular condition. This is because complementary therapists look at the body as a whole, not just one part of it.

Remember to always consult your GP about your condition and don't stop taking any prescribed medicine without discussing it with your GP first.