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ARTHRITIS AWARENESS MONTH – October 2017

This October we will be raising awareness about Arthritis, with Health Information and Promotion of Complementary Therapies for it.

We are in support of Arthritis Research UK, their Nation’s #JointProblem Campaign and National Arthritis Awareness week. Arthritis affects the lives of over 10 million people in the UK, and is the biggest cause of pain and disability. It impacts every part of life from physical function to mental health, family life and relationships to work.

Despite this, the condition is often dismissed as simple aches and pains or an inevitable part of getting older. 1 in 5 people consult a GP about a musculoskeletal problem.

Arthritis Research UK has a whole section dedicated to Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Therapies most of which we offer at the Complementary Health Centre, and more.

 

Throughout October we will help you understand more about:

*   Arthritis and ways to reduce its impact including self-management approaches

*   Complementary Health Therapies and wellbeing exercises in easing and treating your, your family or friends’ arthritis or joint problems

 

*   Offer 10 -20% OFF our range of Complementary Therapies for anyone coming to CHC for first-time Arthritis/ joint care in October.

 

Watch Arthritis Research UK’s National Joint Problem video for more information.

 

To Find Out More and to Book a treatment or class:

*   Please CALL the Centre on: 020 8297 8887

*   EMAIL us on : info@chc-lee.co.uk

*   Explore our Complementary Health Centre at: www.chc-lee.co.uk

 

#jointproblem #arthritis #complementaryhealth #arthritischampion

#Leegreen #Blackheath #Hithergreen #Lewisham #Greenwich #Eltham #Bromley


Autumn 2019 Newsletter

Complementary Health Centre Lee

You can read your Autumn CHC Lee Newsletter here.

We’ve packed this issue with a huge range of articles on holistic complementary health, CHC
therapies, NEW classes, and courses.  

Our articles are all authored by our highly experienced CHC practitioners and therapists to help enhance and maintain your health and wellbeing.  

We hope you enjoy this issue!  

READ FREE CHC NEWSLETTER  

HAPPY READING!  

From All the Team at
CHC Lee x


AUTUMN VOCAL WORKSHOPS – BACK DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

We are pleased to be running another trio of Vocal Workshops this Autumn, lead by Portia Winters, at the Complementary Health Centre in Lee.

Read more here: CHC Vocal Workshop Autumn poster

 

Open to ALL adults, both with and without previous singing experience.

Our Summer Vocal Workshops proved to be extremely popular with excellent feedback as you can read here: 

 

Course details:

Saturday afternoons 2-4pm: 20th October, 17th November, 8th December

£20 per session/£55 for all three

 

For more info and to book: 020 8297 8887 or info@chc-lee.co.uk

Advance booking is advised and preferred.

 

Tune into your voice and explore a healthy and joyful relationship with singing using exercises, songs, meditations.

Together we will explore the voice through breathwork, physiology of the larynx, full body awareness, singing songs, sound making, and the art of listening.

Accessing this innate knowledge enhances quality of life and generates calm, energy, expression, presence, inner awareness, stress relief and increased physical and emotional health.

 

Small group work led by vocalist Portia Winters, BA(Hons) Music (Performance), MMus (Creative

Practice), MISM, Estill. Portia has been singing, writing and performing music for 18 years and teaching and mentoring for 9 years. She works with everyone from practicing artists to the tone deaf (although there really is no such thing as being tone deaf!).

 

 






CHC Men’s Health Month – dedicated to Movember

We are now Officially in Movember !

 

 

At chc-lee.co.uk we are Dedicating This MONTH to MEN’S HEALTH in support of the Movember Foundation !

 

 

We have upto 20% OFF all Therapies and discounts on classes throughout Movember for All Men who are either:  *New to CHC, or *New to a different Therapy at CHC.

 

 

We are posting tips and info, for Men, on physical and mental health issues, and Complementary Health Care. Please share!  Spread the word!  Tell your men folk!

 

We want to help make a difference for Men’s Health and Lives.

We want to help

STOP MEN DYING

TOO YOUNG

 

Men are facing a health crisis that isn’t being talked about. They are dying too young, before their time. We’re taking action and we need your help.

 

Knowledge is Power. The Moustache is King!

 

https://uk.movember.com/

 

 


CHC OPEN DAY 1st JULY 2017 10-7pm !!

 

CHC OPEN DAY 1st JULY 2017 10-7pm !!

Click here to download the programme for our open day. (PDF)

The Open Day Programme includes Inspiring Speakers on Complementary Therapies, Exercise Taster Sessions, and a dedicated Team of Therapists and Practitioners in the Therapy rooms.

All Practitioners, Therapists and Instructors will be available to inform and enhance your understanding of how our Complementary Therapies can help Maintain and Promote your Health and Wellbeing.

There will be a wide range of Tasters, Talks, resources and freebies on the Day and upto 20% off your first booked treatment!

Key note Studio Talks include  “The Benefit of Laughter”, “How Osteopathy Works & Pain Relief Strategies”, “The Benefits of Acupuncture”, “The Power of Just Saying It” , “How to Use Herbs” and “What Yoga Really Means” !

To book for Tasters or for more information Call 020 8297 8887.


Eat, sleep, run…..replete

So if you’re one of the 48 000 runners who took part in this year’s London marathon last Sunday, then congratulations!! What an incredible achievement! It’s not just about that one day either, but the months of cold and rainy runs that you put in through the winter to get you there.

So what now? Recovery is key.

Eat – think about good nutrition to aid muscle repair. Oily fish, legumes, pulses, nuts and seeds will help. There’s so much talk about anti inflammatory foods and their health benefits these days. Reaching for colourful foods like berries, dark chocolate and leafy green vegetables will help pack in those nutrient dense chemicals to help you restock.

Sleep – rest is key. You may need more sleep than normal. A couple of extra hours per night may be needed to help you repair those tired muscles. Think good sleep hygiene and turn off your phone at least an hour before bedtime. Try a warm bath to help you unwind. Essential oils or bath salts may aid your relaxation. Not a great sleeper? Did you know that the humble kiwi fruit can aid quicker, longer and better sleep? Various studies have shown their benefits in sleep promotion and quality.

Run – you’ve done that, so not yet but walk. Keep those legs turning over to help battle the dreaded stiffness.  You may soon feel ready to try a gentle cycle or swim. Yoga and gentle stretching are also helpful in getting your movement back, if you’re feeling like the tin man. Now is a good time to try a massage. If you’re keen to keep running, you can reverse taper up to a level of running you’d like to do regularly but if there’s no race in diary, take your time.

Replete – restock and restore. Check for injuries and seek help of a medical professional if you’re struggling. Foot care can be essential, your feet have taken you so far! Be kind to yourself. It’s common to feel low post race, what with all the build up, months of what can be lonely training culminating with one amazing day. Do something nice for yourself. Maybe meet up with friends, think of returning to some of the things you may have missed whilst training or formulate a new activity plan but most of all, show off that medal!!!

At The Complementary Health Centre in Hither Green we would love to talk to you if you’ve taken part in this year’s marathon to hear about your great achievement!

If you’d like to have a recovery plan devised just for you contact Kelly Harry, our amazing physiotherapist, for a consultation.




FREE Parent and Baby CPR Course – Delivered by the London Ambulance Service, at CHC Lee- 7th Dec 2017

As part of our local Community focused work, we are pleased to announce we will be hosting a FREE Parent and Baby CPR and basic First aid Course provided by the London Ambulance Service at:

 

The Complementary Health Centre, 174 Manor Lane, Lee

Thursday 7th December

9.30 – 11 am

 

  • The course is open to all parents in the local community with babies or very young children.
  • It teaches basic steps for resuscitating infants so that parents can feel confident at carrying out resuscitation techniques if required.

 

Below is the Course information form with booking details.

 

For more information or to book on the course call us at CHC on 020 8297 8887 or email info@chc-lee.co.uk.

 

Hurry as places are going fast !

 

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Have you had your Vitamin C?

nutritional therapy

Good nutrition is so important for your health and wellbeing. Especially so during this period of lockdown due to Covid-19

Here’s a Vitamin C tip sheet for you, from Theresa Webb, CHC Nutritional Therapist

Including vitamin C rich foods:

  • -Strengthens our immune response and keeps us healthy

Natural food sources of Vitamin C are: 

  • – Fresh fruit –  lime, lemon, strawberry & goji berries have highest levels
  • – Most vegetables including broccoli, parsley & kale

Whole fruit contains soluble fibre, for colon cleansing. Nutrient uptake is more efficient in refreshing mixed juices.

Tip: 

  • – Try a balance of carrot, celery, apple, lemon, + add spinach & root turmeric to taste. 
  • – A single glass serving provides beta carotene (vitamin A), potassium, sodium, & sufficient vitamin C to support you through the day. 
  • – Remember, uncooked fruit & vegetables remain full of Antioxidants. 

Theresa is available for video and telephone consultations Monday-Friday.

Email us at info@chc-lee.co.uk to book an appointment.

#nutrition #stayhealthy #nutritionaltherapy #healthandwellbeing

18th April 2020


Help for Voice Problems

Vocal and voice issues therapy with Osteopathy

With Registered Osteopaths
Nikki Moss and Lyndsay Mudford

Actors – Singers – Teachers – Public Speakers – Post-Operative Throat Surgery – Radiotherapy – Stroke Sufferers

Common Voice symptoms

Hoarseness – huskiness – croakiness – breathiness – loss of voice – loss of vocal stamina – loss of volume – loss of pitch range – throat pain or soreness – ‘lump in throat’ – effort to swallow

These problems can be caused by muscle tension in the vocal tract. This happens when you overuse your voice or develop faulty speaking or singing habits.

Sometimes the muscle tension occurs because there is something wrong in the vocal tract affecting voice production and you unwittingly work harder when you speak or sing to make your voice sound normal.

An example of this is nodules forming on the vocal cords. These prevent the vocal folds fully closing so air escapes giving rise to a breathy, husky quality.

Poor posture with a ‘forward head’ and hunched shoulders affects the position of your neck and can contribute to vocal problems.

What We Do For Voice Issues

Take a case history from you and examine you thoroughly – your standing and sitting postures, your whole vocal tract and and how you breathe.

Identify areas that are painful, tight and restricted, and stretch and release them using various hands-on techniques. (At the end of a treatment, patients often comment that their voice sounds fuller and more resonant.)

Draw your attention to any faults in your posture and breathing habits and help you correct them.

If we suspect there is an underlying pathology we will recommend you see a laryngologist who specialises in the voice and will examine the inside of your vocal tract.
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Why Muscle Tension in the Throat Affects the Voice

The larynx – Adam’s apple – the epicentre of the vocal tract, is suspended from the hyoid bone which sits just below the jaw and is itself suspended by various muscles and ligaments. This arrangement is designed so these structures can move freely, allowing the voice to have full resonance and a full scope of pitch, volume and expression.
If any of the controlling muscles become tight, these structures can no longer move freely and thus voice quality is adversely affected.

Read more about our Osteopath Therapy




It’s Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week

Studies have found that regular infant massage can improve the quality of interactions between mothers and their babies and reduce the incidence of postnatal depression.

Possible reasons for this include:

💜Massage increases the production of the hormone oxytocin, which as well as being important for bonding between parents and their babies, also induces feelings of calmness and relaxation in both mother and baby

💜Baby massage can help parents learn and respond to their baby’s cues even more effectively, which helps to build confidence

💜Baby massage can sometimes help improve infant sleep, which in turn has a positive impact on parents

💜Joining a baby massage group provides opportunities for parents to socialise and can reduce feelings of isolation

💜Baby massage group classes include opportunities for discussion between parents and a chance to share experiences in a non-judgemental environment.

If you are a new mum experiencing difficulties with low mood or anxiety, please reach out to your GP, midwife or health visitor for support. You can also contact the PANDAS Foundation free helpline for support on 0808 1961 776 (7 days a week, 11am- 10pm)

Baby massage courses take place on Friday mornings at the Complementary Health Centre. Please email Rachel (Little Marvels Baby Massage) at Lmbabymassage@gmail.com to book directly.


It’s Mental Health Awareness Week

What does that mean and how is it relevant to you?

Mental Health is the same as Physical Health in many ways; we can be well or unwell. However, being unwell mentally (or emotionally) is not always obvious and sometimes something we’re not comfortable talking about. We just accept that life is hard and everyone is in the same boat.

Here is an article by one of our hypnotherapists Antonios Koletsas about anxiety and how hypnotherapy can help you:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterized by feelings of unease, worry, and fear, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, and palpitations. While it is normal to experience anxiety from time to time, it can become a chronic and debilitating condition that interferes with daily life.

Fortunately, there are many effective treatments available for anxiety, and one of the most promising is hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy is a type of complementary therapy that uses hypnosis to induce a state of deep relaxation and heightened suggestibility. This state can help individuals overcome a wide range of mental and physical issues, including anxiety.

So how exactly can hypnotherapy help with anxiety? Let’s explore some of the key ways:

  1. Addressing the root cause: Hypnotherapy can help individuals uncover the root cause of their anxiety by exploring their subconscious mind. Often, anxiety is a result of past experiences or traumas that have not been fully processed or resolved. Through hypnosis, individuals can access these memories and emotions in a safe and controlled environment, allowing them to work through and release them.
  2. Changing negative thought patterns: Anxiety is often fueled by negative thought patterns and beliefs. Hypnotherapy can help individuals identify and challenge these negative thoughts, replacing them with more positive and empowering ones. This can help to reduce the frequency and intensity of anxiety symptoms over time.
  3. Relaxation and stress reduction: Hypnotherapy induces a state of deep relaxation, which can help to reduce stress and tension in the body. By practicing relaxation techniques during hypnosis sessions, individuals can learn to activate the relaxation response on their own, reducing anxiety in the moment and over the long term.
  4. Building self-confidence: Anxiety can erode self-confidence and self-esteem over time. Hypnotherapy can help individuals build self-confidence and a sense of self-worth by reinforcing positive beliefs and attitudes about themselves. This can help to reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being.

Overall, hypnotherapy is a powerful tool for managing anxiety and improving mental health. While it may not be a suitable treatment for everyone, it is worth considering for those who are open to complementary therapies and looking for a non-invasive and natural approach to anxiety management. If you are struggling with anxiety, speak to a qualified hypnotherapist to learn more about how hypnotherapy can help you overcome your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

If you’d like to see whether hypnotherapy would suit you click here.


It’s Spring !!!

A time for renewal and new energy. Much needed this year!

We are looking forward to welcoming you back to CHC Lee after this long and difficult winter.

To help lift you, click here for a great article by Suzie Maddison, one of our experienced Acupuncturists, on Acupuncture for Spring.

You can book an appointment online by clicking here, or call to speak to one of our friendly, welcoming and professional receptionists.

See you soon at the Practice!


Its Starting to Look a lot like Christmas

We have the tree up and a new welcoming skeleton –  it must be December.  The pictures on Facebook here have received some great reviews.  We are also selling our Christmas Vouchers so if you want to give the gift of a massage or any treatment this year talk to our ladies on the desk.


MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄and a HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR 🎉 to you, from Team CHC Lee!

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄and a
HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR 🎉 to you all, from Team CHC Lee!

 

A Huge Thank-You to our patients and students for making this year so special!

 

Your Health and Wellbeing are always at the heart of what we do at CHC and the focus of all our 2017 developments.

 

We are proud to have further built on the high standards and quality of professional holistic Complementary Care that CHC is renowned for, and given back to the local Community !

 

We are OPEN :

23rd Dec
27th – 30th Dec

-Please call the Practice if you would like to book treatments in for this period.
-Opening hours may vary.

 

2nd January – normal working hours resume

 

We look forward to seeing you all in 2018 !

Best wishes from all of us at

 

www.chc-lee.co.uk
@HealthCHC

020 82978887
info@chc-lee.co.uk

 



Mother’s Thumb

It’s perhaps one of the lesser-known conditions that can flare up during and after pregnancy – but mother’s thumb can be uncomfortable at best, and painful at worst.

The condition, which goes by the medical name of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, is caused by inflammation of the sheath that surrounds the two tendons that run between the wrist and the thumb. When aggravated, these tendons become thick and swollen, leading to pain that is made worse by pinching, grasping, or wringing movements.

Mother’s thumb is not exclusive to pregnant women – but ladies who are due to deliver or who have just given birth are much more susceptible to a strain in this area, as they will be using their hands more extensively whilst lifting, holding, and moving their baby. It’s also thought that the fluid retention caused by fluctuating hormone levels can contribute to the development of De Quervain’s syndrome.

In a similar way to De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by repetitive overuse – this time, of the wrist.

The carpal tunnel itself is the thin passageway of tendons, ligaments and bones that runs along the anterior portion of the wrist on each hand. When it becomes inflamed as a result of repetitive or overly strained hand movements, this pressure causes pain, numbness and tingling across the hand and up into the arm. Again, carpal tunnel syndrome is very prevalent in the later stages of pregnancy, whilst the body is holding onto much more water; the added swelling can begin to pinch the nerve, leading to the symptoms described above. It is exacerbated by bending the wrist at an acute angle, which compresses the nerves further, specially while you are breastfeeding or holding your little one.

How can mother’s wrist and thumb be treated?

De Quervain’s syndrome and carpal tunnel syndrome may be relatively common in pregnancy and beyond – but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer unnecessarily.

There are plenty of ways you can treat both conditions, either at home or with the help of a specialist Hand Therapist.

Treatment involves

-Splinting

-Resting

-Taping

-Activity Modification

Tailored exercise and strengthening programme for your hands and wrists.

If you have any hand or wrist problems make an appointment with our specialist Clare Corrans or speak to one of our receptionists.



NEW ANTENATAL BIRTHING CLASS – Daisy Birthing

Starting Sunday 30th September!

Daisy Birthing Classes, taught by Louise Dodimead

 

Daisy Birthing® classes offer a totally unique antenatal experience.  Combining yoga-based movement, breathing techniques and guided relaxation with evidence-based birth education.  These classes aim to help mums-to-be learn their antenatal education in a truly effective way.  Helping improve strength, balance, flexibility and mindfulness to decrease stress and tension in both the body and mind, so mums can look forward to a positive birth experience. 

 

For further information and to book please contact us on 020 8297 8887 or email info@chc-lee.co.uk

 

For more information about Daisy Birthing please click the document below.

Daisy Birthing Explained


NEW CHC YOGA CLASS ! Starting Wednesday 29th November

A class of young women doing the Tree Yoga pose.

NEW CHC YOGA CLASS!

Starting Wednesday 29th November…

 

HEADSPACE YOGA

 

Wednesdays 8.15-9.15pm

With Allison Hunter

 

Open to all levels!

This class combines a non-competitive, meditative posture flow with mindfulness insights.

You will work on anti-stress breathing techniques, flexibility, strength, energy and vitality in the body, while relaxing the mind.

This class brings you all the physical health benefits of a typical posture based yoga class, and more.

Sessions include specific breathing exercises (pranayama), deep relaxation and meditation techniques in addition to poses (asanas) with explanations of how they support a mindful way of being.

 

To Book or find out more:     Call: 020 8297 8887    Email:  info@chc-lee.co.uk    

 

Classes

£14 drop in

£75 pass of 6 classes (valid 8 weeks)

£100 pass of 10 classes (valid 12 weeks)

 

 

 


NEW CHC YOGA CLASS- IYENGAR YOGA

*NEW-  IYENGAR YOGA CLASS starting at CHC*

Every Wednesday evening 7pm – 8.15pm from 26th September – with Nicky Lowe

This is a General and Beginners class. 

 

You can find out more about Iyengar Yoga at https://iyengaryoga.org.uk/iyengar-yoga/frequently-asked-questions/ :

 

Iyengar Yoga is firmly based in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, an Indian sage who lived about 1700 years ago. The Yoga Sutras guide the yoga practitioner towards peace of mind and harmony and ultimately to bliss (Samadhi).

 

Iyengar yoga is characterised by precision and alignment in the execution of the postures (asanas), sequencing of the asanas towards a desired result,timing in the length of time the asanas are held for maximum benefit, and the use of props if required to help a student gain the maximum benefit from each asana.

 

Iyengar yoga concentrates on postural alignment and body awareness. This is not just for the alignment of one body part with another, but also for the proper functioning of the human being. If the body is aligned with precision then the breath is aligned with the same precision. If the breath is balanced then the mind, emotions and senses become balanced.

 

With regular guided practice, effects of Iyengar Yoga can include a general feeling of physical health and psychological and mental well-being.

 


NEW TO CHC – Tui Na Massage Therapy – Booking now open FROM JANUARY 2019

Tui Na (pronounced “Twee Na”) is a form of therapeutic massage, rooted in Taoist principles and is one of the branches of Chinese medicine. This hands-on therapy focusses on your posture, alignment and movement with a range of techniques used to help bring your body back into balance.

Techniques work on soft tissue, muscles and joints and may involve joint manipulation and acupressure or use of cloths and dowels. The treatments can be invigorating or calming, subtle or firm and help to get the blood and energy moving.

Well-known for its effectiveness in treating musculo-skeletal conditions such as arthritis, sciatica, sports related injuries and chronic pain, Tui Na may also be effective for other problems such as headaches, sleep difficulties, and stress amongst others. It can also be effective in maintaining and enhancing flexibility and mobility and promoting health and wellbeing.

Tui Na Treatment can be applied over loose clothing and there is no requirement to undress although some techniques may be applied directly to the skin.

To find out more about Tui Na Therapy or about our Tui Na Therapists please visit our Therapies and Practitioner pages.

For more information and to book:

Call CHC now on 020 8297 8887 or email us at info@chc-lee.co.uk




NEW- VOCAL WORKSHOPS – Learning to Listen with the Voice

We are pleased to announce A TRIO OF SUMMER VOCAL WORKSHOPS beginning Saturday 9th June 3-5pm.

 

These workshops will explore singing and listening.

Singing enhances our quality of life and generates calm, energy, expression, presence, inner awareness, stress relief and increased physical and emotional health. Tune into your voice and gain access to vocal control to develop a healthy and joyful relationship with singing.

 

Small group work led by vocalist Portia Winters (BA (Hons) Music, MMus, MISM, Estill) with 18years experience singing, writing, and performing and 9years teaching and mentoring.Open to all adults, both with and without previous singing experience.

3–5pm: 9th June, 14th July, 4th August
£20 per session/£55 for all three – advance booking advised.

For more info and to book please contact: 020 8297 8887 | info@chc-lee.co.uk


NEW! – Remote Video and Telephone Consultations are here!

We are now offering remote video and telephone consultations with some of our Therapists to help meet your health and wellbeing needs at this time. Please go to our Video and Telephone Consultation page for further details.

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THERAPIES & THERAPISTS AVAILABLE (click the Therapy or Therapist for details)

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HOW TO BOOK

The process is simple and straightforward from the comfort of your own home, at a time that suits you.

  • -Click the ‘Book Online’ button
  • -Select your Therapy
  • -Select your Practitioner
  • -Select your time and date
  • -Enter your details including contact details
  • -Your Therapist will get in touch with you

2nd May 2020