Acrosage was developed by Benjamin Marantz who was a circus performer and is thought to be a combination of acrobatics, massage and yoga. It is very much an inversion therapy where the patient will end up in a position where… Read more...
Active isolated stretching was developed by Aaron L. Mattes as a form of proper stretching for athletes. It is a method of stretching that involves holding the stretch for a period of 2 seconds and it thought to be a… Read more...
Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing system that is thought to be the forerunner to acupuncture. Acupressure uses the fingers and other part of the body to press the key points in the body that will activate the self-healing properties… Read more...
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine that involves inserting needles into various pressure points around the body. It is believed in Chinese medicine that energy flows around the body along certain lines. The insertion of needles along these lines can… Read more...
Balance method acupuncture is slightly different to traditional acupuncture in that it uses fewer points and concentrates on distal points on the limbs. It still works to the same theory that the body had chi or energy flowing along meridians… Read more...
Although it has been practised for thousands of years acupuncture has only recently been recognised by the World Health Organisation as an alternative therapy that can be used to treat a large number of different conditions. Even though most people… Read more...
Japanese acupuncture developed in the 6th century after information from China reached Japan. There are a large number of different styles but there are certain things that distinguish it significantly from Chinese acupuncture. The main thing is that in Japanese… Read more...
Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture is a form of Japanese acupuncture. This is different from Chinese acupuncture as it typically uses thinner needles and less deep insertions. This form of acupuncture was developed around 1,500 years ago at the time when… Read more...
Paediatric acupuncture uses all the same principles as normal acupuncture instead it is use don children. However very little time is spent in therapy as children often respond very quickly to the therapy, usually in a matter of minutes. It… Read more...
Su Jok acupuncture was developed by the Korean scientist Prof. Park Jae Woo. It uses a lot of the same principles as traditional acupuncture but works on the basis that the same affects can be obtained by just using the… Read more...
The term acuscen is an acronym for Adaptive Compact Universal Self-Correcting Electro Neuro-Stimulator and uses the principles of something called SCENAR therapy which was developed by Russian scientists for cosmonauts. SCENAR itself is an acronym for Self-Controlled Electro Neuro Adaptive… Read more...
The Akashic records are believed to be a universal filing system where every thought word or action is recorded. It is believed that people can access these records through certain levels of consciousness. This can be of a great help… Read more...
Alexander Technique is more of a teaching practise rather than a therapy but many people can get significant benefits from it. It is common for Alexander Technique to be practised between a student and a teacher on a one to… Read more...
Allopathy is normally associated with conventional western medicine. It is fact the process of treating a disease with a medicine that produces and effect which is different from those produced by the illness. It is believed the word allopathy was… Read more...
Amma Therapy is an ancient Chinese form of massage and is thought to date back over 5,000 years. The name of Am-ma is literally translated as push-pull which gives an indication of the type of massage that is engaged. This… Read more...
The practise of animism can be said to bring a level of spiritual understanding that can affect all aspects of your life. This is not as such a therapy to heal or manage illness but it can have significant benefits… Read more...
Anthroposophical Medicine was developed in the 1920s by Rudolf Steiner. The basic principal behind the theory is that all bodies have self healing properties and these are what need to be found. That is not to say a doctor practising… Read more...
Apitherapy is the process of treating conditions using bee products. This can be anything from honey to beeswax to venom. However most people think of apitherapy as bee venom therapy which can be used to treat a large number of… Read more...
Applied Kinesiology is a controversial form of medicine that many will disagree on. The practitioners of applied kinesiology will study the muscles of a person and can link muscle strength to health. It is believed that an organ dysfunction will… Read more...
Aquatic therapy is the process of doing a series of exercises in water. This is useful as the water aids movement but also gives resistance against the body. For that reason it is a very effective form of physical therapy.… Read more...
Plants have been used for their healing properties throughout many centuries as has been found documented. It is believed the Chinese used them around 3,000BC and the Egyptians were known to have used them in 1,500BC. There is also evidence… Read more...
The aim of art therapy is to help people express their emotions through the creative process. The origins of art therapy are seen in the late 19th Century when French psychiatrists Ambrose Tardieu and Paul-Max Simon saw the effect of… Read more...
Ashiatsu barefoot therapy is an ancient Chinese form of massage. The key is in the name the word “Ashi” means foot and “atsu” means pressure. So basically it is a massage give though the feet where the pressure id applied.… Read more...
An Ashram is a place where people come together for a spiritual experience. They originate in India from the Hindu religion and in some ways can be compared to a Christian monetary. They are place where people can visit for… Read more...
Aston Patterning is a bodywork technique that originated from Judith Aston in 1977. The aim of Aston Patterning is to teach the patient new ways of moving in order to reduce the pain on movement. Usually a session with an… Read more...
Astrology is something that has appeared in many traditions and the earliest recordings got back to approximately 3,000BC. The concept behind astrology is that the position of the planets when we were born and where they are in relation to… Read more...
Astrotherapy is a combination of both astrology and other forms of treatments for psychological healing. Usually the therapy will start with an astrological reading to help you determine where you are now. This will then be followed up with a… Read more...
Audiology is the study of hearing and its related disorders. Usually an audiologist is a medical professional that has specifically trained in the ears. It will deal with all sorts of conditions from hearing problems to balance. Most people that… Read more...
Auditory Integration training was developed by Dr. Alfred Tomatis and Dr. Guy Berard and deals specifically with central auditory processing. This is basically our perception of sound, the way we process it and how we remember it. Some people may… Read more...
An aura is a spiritual energy field that surrounds a person’s physical form. An aura will take a particular colour and this will be something that changes on a regular basis. However an aura can display the mood of a… Read more...
Auriculotherpy is basically another name for ear acupuncture. This is an ancient Chinese therapy that works on the basis of Chi or energy. The belief is the body has energy flowing through it along meridians and that illnesses are caused… Read more...
During the process of autogenic training a patient will learn a series of exercises to relax and get rid of the fight or flight response that we often experience. One of the biggest problems that people have is they often… Read more...
The Axiatonal lines in your body are basically the same as the lines that energy is believed to move along in acupuncture. During Axiatonal re-alignment the therapist will usually move from your head down to your feet tapping specific points… Read more...
Ayurvedic medicine originated in India several thousand years ago and is currently used by approximately 80% of the Indian population. It is also becoming more and more popular in western culture as more access to the ideals is available. … Read more...
Ba Gua Zhang is an ancient Chinese martial art. The word Zhang translates and palm and describes the way it is practised as an open hand martial art. The idea is to be able to change and overcome your opponent… Read more...
The use of flower remedies was introduced by a medical doctor Edward Bach in the 1920s. In a similar way to aromatherapy a different flower essence can be diagnosed to a patient to heal a physical or mental illness. … Read more...
Bates method dates back to the early 20th century and is a series of therapeutic eye exercises that can help with vision problems and even prevent the need for glasses. The concept behind the therapy is that all vision problems… Read more...
Behaviour Therapy is a technique used by psychotherapists all over the world and was developed in the 1950s by B.F. Skinner and Joseph Wolpe. The basic idea behind the therapy is that it looks at a patient’s behaviour that is… Read more...
Bio-magnetic touch healing is the process of using touch to heal the body. The therapy was originally developed in the 1970s and works on the principle that there are 17 special points in the body. The therapist will then use… Read more...
During the 19th century a German doctor Wilhelm Heinrich Schussler developed the concept of Biochemic medicine. The basic idea is that any disease that a person suffers is caused by a disturbance in the molecular motion of living tissue. The… Read more...
Bioenergetics is a therapy where the practitioner will study the body and its movements of the patient. This will tell the therapist a lot about the personality of the patient by understanding the energetic processes of the body. Bioenergetics is… Read more...
In Biofeedback a number of monitoring devices will be used to detect the body’s reaction to certain situation. The patient might be shown a series of images and then instantly get feedback on their body’s response to show what is… Read more...
Bioidentical hormone therapy is the use of natural hormones rather than synthetic ones to replace what the body has lost. As a person ages they the amount of each hormone in their body reduces and bioidentical hormone therapy is a… Read more...
Biorhythms are basically the life cycles that every human being is subjected to. For example we are all away of the lunar cycle that affects the whole of the planet we live on including people. Other parts of our life… Read more...
Live Blood cell demonstrations is something often used by homeopaths and nutritionists in order to develop a plan for a patient. During the consultation a drop of blood from the patient is placed under a microscope and then viewed on… Read more...
// Body psychotherapy is something that dates back to the 1920s and the time Wilhelm Reich. He noticed how emotional problems can inhibit the body and he developed a whole system to explain how people form certain body postures in… Read more...
The principle behind BodyTalk is that every cell and atom in the body is continually communicating with all the other around them. However everyday life can affect this communication which can lead to mental of physical illnesses. The aim of… Read more...
Botanical medicine is a therapy that utilises the healing properties of plants to treat or prevent diseases and illnesses. Botanical medicine is part of a number of other therapies including Chinese Medicine, Ayuvedic Medicine, homeopathy, aromatherapy and Bach flower essence… Read more...
Bowen technique is a light form of bodywork that was developed by Tom Bowen in the 1950s. It generally comprises of light massage and rest periods during the session which allow the healing process to take place. However general the… Read more...
Breath therapy is a broad term that is used to cover various therapies that use breath to aid the healing process. Some of the therapies that may use breath include Breathwork, Yoga, Meditation, and relaxation response. The aim in most… Read more...
Breathwork is a general term that is used for any therapy that involves breathing. This is something that is used in yoga and helps the person to connect with their inner self. Conscious connected breath is usually done lying down… Read more...
Breema is a form of bodywork that aims to balance the energy of the body. The principles are similar to many of the ancient Chinese therapies however it combines both hands on bodywork and exercises. Breema developed in the East… Read more...
The Buteyko method was developed in Russia in the 1950s and is a series of breathing exercises that help reduce the constriction of the airways and help people manage their asthma. When someone has an asthma attack they essential hyperventilate… Read more...
Canadian deep muscle massage was created by Therese Pfrimmer in the 1940s and is often also known as Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy. Canadian deep muscle massage uses a series of specially designed movements on the muscles with the aim of… Read more...
Cell salt therapy was developed in the 1870s by W.H. Schussler and uses 12 tissue salts. The aim is to use these salts to correct metabolic deficiencies in the body. The therapy is very similar in the way it is… Read more...
Chakras are a vital part of the ancient Indian healing systems and there is a belief that they are energy centres within the body. In the theory there are seven chakras within the body that are located at various points… Read more...
Chelation therapy was developed around the time of the Second World War with the aim of creating antidotes for poison gases. However this did not succeed but it was developed over the following 10 years to treat people who suffered… Read more...
In the Chinese belief system Chi is the energy that runs through everything. It is basically the life force that runs through us and appears in everything we do and are. There are many different therapies that act on our… Read more...
Chi Nei Tsang is an ancient Chinese healing practise that literally translates as “working the energy of the internal organs”. Chi Nei Tsang is an applied form of Chi Kung where the practitioner works mainly on the abdomen with deep,… Read more...
Chinese energetic healing is yet another form of ancient Chinese healing that very much has its roots in Chi Kung. There is no touch involved in this therapy so there are no physical limitations placed on it. This form of… Read more...
Chinese herbal medicine is one of the major parts of traditional Chinese medicine. However the approach to herbal medicine is very different in china than it is in the Western World. In Chinese medicine the principal of Chi or energy… Read more...
Chiropody is the practise of treating foot conditions and will focus on analysis and treatment. The foot is quite a complicated part of the body and includes a large number of ligaments on bones within it. They will help people… Read more...
Chiropractic comes from Greek and means done by hand which is a good description of the therapy. The basis behind the therapy is that the body can heal itself when the skeleton is aligned in the right way. A practitioner… Read more...
Cognitive behavioural therapy is a particular branch of psychotherapy that introduces thinking into understanding the way we feel. The idea is that our thoughts cause not only our feelings but also the way we act. Many people who are suffering… Read more...
Colloidal silver a liquid suspension of microscopic particles of silver. The idea in colloidal silver therapy is that the patient will use the colloidal silver either internally or externally. There are various different applications that can be bought in the… Read more...
Colonic irrigation is the process of passing several litres of water through the colon with the aim of removing any blocked faecal matter. Many practitioners believe that you should have one bowel movement for every meal that you eat. If… Read more...
Colour therapy believes that certain colours have different healing properties and is based on seven colours of the rainbow. The colours and their healing properties are below: Violet – enlightenment, revelation and spiritual awakening and can be used for… Read more...
Core Energeics is a form of therapy that works on an emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual level. It was developed by Wilhelm Reich and based on a lot of the theory developed by Sigmund Freud. // The aim of… Read more...
Cranial osteopathy can be a bit of a misleading name as it suggests it is only concerned with the head where as this is not the case. In fact cranial osteopathy is a gentle and refined form of osteopathy and… Read more...
Cranio-sacral therapy uses very light touching of the body with the aim of balancing the cranio-sacral system, which includes the bones, nerves, fluids, and connective tissues of the cranium and spinal area. The cranio-sacral form of therapy has its… Read more...
It is believed that crystals contain energies that can be used in the healing process of the body. Every crystal has a different property and can help with different aspects of the mind and body. Usually during therapy a number… Read more...
Cupping is another therapy that comes from ancient China. It was originally called horn therapy but due to the use in Turkey, Greece and Eastern Europe the term cupping has become widely used. It very much has its roots in… Read more...
Curanderismo is a Latin American form of medicine that uses a holistic approach. It incorporates a number of aspects that include faith, prayer, herbs, massage and other forms of traditional medicine. This is very particular to the area of the… Read more...
Dance therapy is actually a form of psychotherapy that uses movement in order to help people with a large number of different conditions. It can be used to treat people in all walks of life that have social, emotional, mental… Read more...
Daoyin or Dao-In is an ancient Chinese therapy that is aimed as a self-help therapy. It involves a series of stretches, exercises, breathing and meditations in order to bring you back into balance. Most of the techniques that are involved… Read more...
Deep bodywork is a form of massage that combines techniques from both deep tissue massage and Esalen massage. It was actually developed by the Esalen institute over the last 25 years. It will use long flowing movements that you see… Read more...
Diathermy will use high-frequency electrical currents that will be applied to the body with the aim of heating deep muscle tissue. It is believed that this heat will increase the blood flow which in turn will speed up the recovery… Read more...
You may often hear this called radiesthesia and is the process of locating something using what is called a dowsing rod. This is usually a Y shaped object made out of hazel, beech, alder or copper. Many people will have… Read more...
Dream therapy was originally developed by Sigmund Freud and involves the interpretation of a person’s dreams. The aim of the therapy is to help the patient to understand themselves and their unconscious thoughts. This is quote often used alongside other… Read more...
Ear acupuncture is a specialised form of acupuncture that focuses only on the ear area. There are over 200 acupuncture points on the ear that each represents a different part of the body. It is believed that by placing needles… Read more...
Ear coning or candling is an ancient therapy that has been documented as being used in many different cultures including Chinese, Egyptian and Native American. This is a completely non-invasive therapy and involves placing a hollow candle in the ear.… Read more...
Electro-acupuncture is based on the principles of traditional acupuncture. However in the therapy a number of electrodes are placed on acupoints around the body and then an electrical current is turned on. This will be left on and pulsate around… Read more...
Emotional Freedom Technique is a form of psychological acupuncture or acupressure. During a session the patient will think of a certain thought and then tap on certain pressure points. The aim of the treatment is to relieve the negative emotion… Read more...
In Chinese medicine it is believed that each person has a “Life Force” or energy within them. It is believed that when a person gets ill their energy is out of balance and it needs to be brought back to… Read more...
In energy field work the therapist will look for weaknesses in the patient’s energy field. This is the energy field that each person has in and around their body. Usually by the process of laying on hands the therapist will… Read more...
Enzyme therapy uses a number of plant and animal enzymes as supplements to someone’s diet with the aim of improving the body’s metabolism. They are normally administered in tablet form and the dose and time of taking will vary depending… Read more...
This is very much a spiritual treatment and can be used alongside conventional forms of medicine. It usually involves a faith healer laying their hands on a fully clothed patient and bringing about healing. It is believed that the healer… Read more...
Fasting is literally the process of not eating food for a certain length of time. Although this is often associated with a spiritual process there are also significant health benefits to fasting. It is thought that during fasting the body… Read more...
Similar to Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais Method is an educational system which helps the body to function more comfortably. During the treatment the nervous system will be re-educated and motor ability improved. Moshe Feldenkrais as a football player ho developed the… Read more...
Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese theory that claims the design and placement of objects in someone’s surroundings can have positive and negative effects on the person. This theory is related to the chi or life force that is found… Read more...
Flotation therapy is a form of therapy that allows people to relax both the mind and the body. During a session patients will float in a bath or flotation tank for a certain length of time to relax. Each patient… Read more...
Flower essences is another name for Bach Flower remedies that were developed by Dr Edward Bach in the early 20th Century. The basic idea is that we can use the essence of flowers to treat ourselves for a number of… Read more...
Max Gerson began developing his therapy in the 1920s in Germany and spent time curing people of a number of different illnesses. The basic idea is that people eat fresh fruit juice that uses only organic fruit and is drunk… Read more...
Grief counselling is a form of talking therapy that helps people to deal with loss. It can be practiced on a one on one basis or in a group situation. The type or people who undertake grief counselling will be… Read more...
Gua Sha is another therapy that dates back to ancient China with the aim of promoting free flowing of Chi or energy as well as blood around the body. The two words in the name of the therapy describe what… Read more...
Haelen therapy was developed by Janet f Quinn who realised people could benefit from a combination of therapeutic touch, psychotherapy and counselling. The basic idea to the therapy is that people who are seriously ill find it very difficult integrate… Read more...
Hakomi therapy is based on Eastern traditions but applied in with a western approach. It is described as a body-centred form of psychotherapy. Hakomi therapy will focus on a number of principles for human interaction in particular mindfulness, non-violence and… Read more...
Hand therapy is specifically focused on the action of the hands. A therapist will use a combination of both physical therapy and occupational therapy when working with the hands. The aim is to increase the movement as well as range… Read more...
A health spa is not really a therapy as such but it is somewhere you can go to experience a wide range of different therapies. They come in different types, they can either be day spas where you go just… Read more...
Hellerwork is a therapy that combines deep tissue massage, body alignment and movement education as well as discussion. The aim is to improve your posture as well as reduce mental a physical stress. // Deep Tissue Massage – the… Read more...
The Hemme approach is a therapy that focuses on soft tissue problems and stands for history, evaluation, modalities, manipulation, exercises. This gives a good idea about what you will undergo in your therapy sessions. Once the therapist has taken a… Read more...
Herbal medicine, often also called botanical medicine is the process of using any plant seeds, berries roots or any part for medicinal purposes. The theory of herbalism has been used by some cultures for many centuries but is now becoming… Read more...
Holistic dentistry dates back to the late 1800s when the risks of mercury fillings were fully recognised. Holistic dentistry aims to use natural non-toxic materials in order to give the maximum benefit to the patient. The aim is also to… Read more...
Holistic medicine is a general term that is used to describe therapies that treat the person as a whole. This is different to conventional medicine which treats the illness only. Holistic medicine will take into account emotional, mental, physical and… Read more...
Holographic repatterning which is also known and resonance repatterning is founded very much in science. The belief is that every thought, emotion or action has a resonance to it. So the way in which you resonate will determine what you… Read more...
Homeopathy is a therapy where the therapies will use natural substances to treat people who are suffering from a wide range of different illnesses. A basic principle is that people are treated with a substance that would normally cause the… Read more...
Hopi ear candles are the tools used in ear candling or ear coning. This is an ancient therapy that has been documented as being used in ancient Greece. The candles are made of natural ingredients that includes beeswax, honey extracts,… Read more...
Hoshino therapy is a form of massage therapy that was developed in the 1940s and is the process of applying pressure at certain points to relieve muscle pain and tension. The main benefits of Hoshino therapy are relief from chronic… Read more...
Hydrotherapy is the process of using water whether it be hot, cold, steam or ice in order to relieve pain and discomfort. The use of ancient baths is thought to date back to 4500 BC in Pakistan and it is… Read more...
Hyperthermia therapy involves raising the body’s temperature with the aim of bringing on a fever. There are various different method that are used to raise the body temperature and this should always be undertaken with care. If you have cardiac… Read more...
You would be forgiven for confusing hypnobirthing with hypnosis for childbirth but actually hypnobirthing as so much more. The aim is to prepare a mother for a natural child birth and incorporates a number of techniques. It can very much… Read more...
Hypnotherapy is the process of inducing an altered state through hypnosis in order to treat a number of different conditions. Hypnosis has been used for centuries for various different reasons but its first use in the western world is thought… Read more...
Integrative medicine is a combination of conventional and alternative medicine. Usually it is practised by medically trained doctors who also learn a number of alternative therapies. When treating a patient they will assess their needs and will usually prescribe conventional… Read more...
Iridology is the process of reading a person’s iris to diagnose their health problems and determine the best way to treat them. The concept of iridology has been around or centuries with it being documented in books in the 17th… Read more...
Jin Shin Jyutsu is an ancient Japanese therapy for binging the body’s energy back into balance. It had all but died out until it was revived in the early 20th century. Jin Shin Jyutsu works on the basis that there… Read more...
Johrei works on the premise both our physical and non-physical exist and that the non-physical part of us, mind and spirit, have a significant effect on our physical health. Johrei was developed in the 1920s in Japan and is something… Read more...
Juice therapy is basically the practice of consuming the juice of raw fruit and vegetables. This can be for a large number of reasons including maintaining good health as well as treating specific conditions. The way in which you take… Read more...
Kahuna bodywork is an ancient Hawaiian therapy that includes both massage and Hawaiian Shamanism and Hula. This means that the practitioner makes a connection with the patient during therapy that is thought of as taking place on a spiritual level.… Read more...
Kanpo or often called Kampo is a Japanese version of Chinese medicine. Kanpo uses herbs to treat people for all sorts of illnesses and is very much integrated into the Japanese medical system. Kanpo practitioners may also use techniques such… Read more...
Kinesiology is the study of the body’s muscles in relation to health. It is believed that each health problem is represented by a specific muscle weakness. Kinesiology brings together ancient Chinese theories of acupuncture and western medicine through muscle testing.… Read more...
Korean hand therapy often called Koryo hand therapy focuses on points on the hand. It uses both reflexology of the hand, similar to foot reflexology as well as acupuncture. Rather than using the meridians on the body it uses only… Read more...
Laser therapy is the use of lasers to remove abnormal body tissue. The application of light to the body has been used as far back as the ancient Greeks and Egyptians. However with the advance of technology in the 20th… Read more...
Life-coaching is a form of talking therapy where the therapist aims to help the client achieve specific goals. The therapist may help a person set their goals and then advise them on how to get there or may work with… Read more...
Live blood analysis also known as nutritional microscopy is the analysis of live blood under and extremely powerful microscope. It is believed that the red blood cells are an indication of health problems now and in the future. Often problems… Read more...
LooyenWork is a relatively new form of therapeutic massage and the aim of it is penetrate into the deep tissue while providing no pain. As well as help with physical complaints LooyenWork is also design to help people release emotional… Read more...
Low-energy emission therapy involves subjecting a patient to electromagnetic fields. Usually these are applied using a mouth piece and in very low levels. This is not recommended as a first port of call for an illness and that other things… Read more...
The Lymph is a fluid in the body that is used to balance out all of the body’s fluid, including the blood. Lymphatic drainage is a form of massage that is specifically designed to activate the lymph in the body… Read more...
M Technique is a form of touching therapy that is very gentle and so can be applied to people of all levels of health and is particularly useful where massage is not an option. The therapy works by applying a… Read more...
Macrobiotics is a life philosophy that uses a lot of the ancient Chinese theory in the form of life energy. Usually it involves people eating a macrobiotic diet that includes brown rice, grains and vegetables. It also requires that food… Read more...
Magnotherapy involves the application of a magnetic field to the body and has been used for hundreds of years in order to relieve pain and improve healing. Over recent times there has been much more of a use of magnotherapy.… Read more...
The Mantra is something that has been used in Indian traditions for centuries. It can be either a word, series of words or even a phrase. It is often thought of as a prayer or something said over and over… Read more...
Manual Lymph drainage was developed by Dr Emil Vodder in the 1930s and involves the practitioner using a number of rhythmic pumping movements on the body in the direction of the lymph flow. The lymph is plasma like fluid that… Read more...
The term Abhyanga directly translates as massage and this form originated in India and uses the principles of Ayurvedic medicine. There are various different types of Ayurvedic massages but they all use touch to help heal the body as well… Read more...
Aromatherapy massage is the therapy of using essential oils developed from plants as massage oil. The belief is that during the massage the oil is inhaled and so the benefits of the oil are transferred to the person. In addition… Read more...
Balinese massage is a traditional Indonesian form of massage that developed in Bali, hence the name. This form of massage incorporates massage, acupressure, reflexology and aromatherapy for the maximum benefit of the patient. As with other massages it is performed… Read more...
Belavi facelift massage is a new treatment that combines both a facial and massage. Many people will find it greatly relaxing and it is thought to reduce the signs of aging. A treatment will usually include a facial mask and… Read more...
Bindegewebsmassage is a massage that focuses on the thin tissue under the skin around the muscles and nerves, often called the superficial fascia. There are no oils or lubricants used in this form of massage that uses a lot of… Read more...
Bio-energy massage is a form of bodywork that heals the energy of the body. The principles of bio-energy say that there is an energy field around the body and that illnesses are caused by blockages in this energy field. Bio-energy… Read more...
Body alignment massage is a form of bodywork that concentrates on the soft connective tissue of the body. The aim is to use various forms of manipulation to help the body to come back into line with gravity and return… Read more...
Chair massage is exactly as it sounds, it is a massage sitting in a chair. There are great therapeutic benefits to massage in terms of stress relief and relaxation. However in the world we live in many people do not… Read more...
Deep tissue massage is a form of massage that will work on the deep layers of the muscle tissue. The aim of the therapy is to release deep seated tension from the muscles. It will generally use slower more focused… Read more...
This form of massage developed from Swedish massage but uses a lot of the movements of Tai Chi. The aim is to listen to the body and make moves that pay attention to the breath of the patient. The aim… Read more...
Facial massage is exactly as it sounds; it is the massage of the face. It is usually done with the hands and can be a very relaxing treatment. In the west it will often be offered at beauty salons as… Read more...
Hot stone massage is a form of deep tissue massage that involves the application of hot stones to the body during the massage. The use of heated stones being applied to change the temperature of the body has been seen… Read more...
Indian head massage is based on many of the principles of ayurvedic medicine which has been practised in India for thousands of years. The aim of the therapy as with other massages is to release the tension and stress in… Read more...
Infant massage is a form of massage that is specifically designed for and practised on children. It is a very gentle light massage using stroking actions. As with adult massage an oil or lotion is often used to ensure easy… Read more...
Integrative massage was developed Wilhelm Reich in the 1980s in order to release the tension from the muscles. It uses long, fluid strokes over the body and muscles in order to push energy from the head down and out at… Read more...
Jin Shin Do massage is an integrative and therapeutic massage that was very much developed from Jin Shin Jyutsu and uses a number of elements of acupressure. During a session a client is clothed and the practitioner will use both… Read more...
Lomi Lomi translates as rub, rub and reflects the fact that the therapist will use long strokes with the hands, fingers and elbows. The therapy is quite gentle however will penetrate deeply into the muscles. The therapy believes that memories… Read more...
MA-URI massage is an ancient technique that is based on a number of Polynesian principles. It is very much a dynamic therapy using a lot of rhythm in the movements applied to the body. Long sweeping movements are used with… Read more...
Mayan abdominal massage is a massage technique applied to the abdomen and pelvis in order to realign the uterus. If the uterus is out of position then the flow of energy is reduced and it can cause a lot of… Read more...
Neuromuscular massage is a deep tissue massage that is done on dry skin. It is usually focussed on a particular muscle and works on a rocking to a fro movement on that muscle. It provides alternating levels of pressure on… Read more...
Ohashiatsu massage was developed by Japanese healer Ohashi who is well known for bringing eastern practises to the west. The therapy is related to shiatsu and the aim is to balance the energy in the body. As well as including… Read more...
Pregnancy can be a very difficult time for a woman not only physically but also mentally. Pregnancy massage is a name given to a particular technique of massage that is aimed at reducing the discomforts of pregnancy. Using this can… Read more...
Russian massage is an alternative type of sports massage that was developed in Russia and the Soviet Union. It is thought to be more relaxing and less invasive then other types of sports massage. Russian massage uses kneading, stroking, rubbing… Read more...
Sports massage is a bodywork technique that is aimed specifically at people take part in regular exercise or professional sport. It can help competitors to recover from competing and even to prevent injury. The way in which the massage is… Read more...
Swedish massage is a full body massage therapy and the therapist will usually use massage oil either scented or not. There are 5 main techniques that are used during a session and theses are: // Effleurage – the most… Read more...
Thai medical practises are very much influenced by both Chinese and Indian beliefs and this is shown through Thai massage which incorporates techniques from both. Thai massage is often thought of as a combination of acupressure, reflexology and yoga stretches.… Read more...
Thai foot massage is aimed at opening the energy lines within the body and has developed from ancient Chinese principles. The therapy involves a stretching massage of the feet and the lower legs of the patient. In addition it also… Read more...
Tui Na Chinese massage or Tuina is a form of bodywork that has been used in China for over 2,000 years. Similar to many Chinese therapies Tuina uses the principle of Chi or energy. The idea is that by the… Read more...
A massage spa is somewhere you can go to get a therapeutic massage. There are various different types of massage spas and these may either be health farms, hotels or day spas. They vary in quality price and the number… Read more...
Massage therapy is the act of manipulating the soft tissue of the body for therapeutic benefits. Usually massage is done using the hands however arms, elbows, feet and even stones can be used to get the same effect. Touch is… Read more...
Medau movement is a form of exercise and dance class that is natural and flowing as well as dynamic. A lot of emphasis is put on the body to ensure there is proper posture and alignment of the body. The… Read more...
Meditation is the process of quieting the mind from all the everyday thoughts and distractions. It usually involves focussing the mind on a sound, object your breath and visualisation of just on yourself. Meditation has been used for centuries by… Read more...
Concentration meditation is exactly what you would think it is by the name. It is the process of concentration on something in order to bring you into a meditative state. What you concentrate on can very much depend on you.… Read more...
Guided meditation is basically a meditation where a teacher or a recording guides you through the steps. There are a large number of different types of guided meditations and you can find many on the internet to download for free.… Read more...
In mindfulness meditation the aim is to focus the mind on the present and to observe everything that is going on within and around you. Often the breath is used as an anchor to the present and helps people to… Read more...
Transcendental meditation is a form of mantra meditation that was introduce in India in the 1950’s and is now one of the most practised forms of meditation in the world. It is usually taught in a seven step process and… Read more...
Vipassana meditation is one of the oldest forms of meditation and originated in India. The term Vipassana literally translates as to see things as they are. This gives a good indication of the type of meditation that you will practise.… Read more...
Visualisation mediation is exactly what it sounds like. It is the process of visualising a certain scene, item of experience while meditating. This can take various forms depending on the aim you are trying to achieve. It could be an… Read more...
Meridians date back over 5,000 years and are at the root of ancient Chinese medicine. It is believed that there are several energy points around the body and these are all connected. The meridians of the body are the pathways… Read more...
It is well known that all of us process food in a different way. In metabolic typing you will be assessed to determine the way in which you process food and then a diet can be prepared that will suit… Read more...
Metamorphic technique is the process of applying light touch to the feet, hands and head at the spinal reflex points. It is a very gentle treatment that is completely non-invasive. It is so gentle that it can even be used… Read more...
Microwater was developed in Japan and is the process of treating tap water. First the water is filtered and then it is electronically restructured in order to increase the amount of active oxygen that can be transferred to the body.… Read more...
Moxibustion has its roots in ancient Chinese medicine and is very much related to acupuncture. In fact the Chinese symbol that is used for acupuncture literally translates as “acupuncture-moxibustion”. The process of moxibustion involves placing a cone of mugwort on… Read more...
Muscle activation technique is a process that has been designed to assess and treat muscular imbalances. The belief is that if you have muscular pain due to a tight muscle it may be caused by weak muscles elsewhere in the… Read more...
Muscle energy technique is the process of manually applying muscle contractions to the patient. The aim of doing this is to relax and lengthen the muscles as well as to improve joint movement. The therapy is very much an active… Read more...
Music therapy is the process of using music to help people deal with emotional, mental and physical problems. Usually it involves a therapist prescribing certain types of music for certain circumstances. There are various ways in which music can be… Read more...
Myofascial release therapy is a combination of both massage and stretching and involves a manipulation of the whole body. The idea behind the therapy is that poor posture, illness, stress or injury can put pressure on the body and its… Read more...
Myotherapy is the process of applying pressure to a number of trigger points around the body. Usually when someone feels pain in their body there is tension in the muscles and these are the trigger points. Normally the trigger points… Read more...
Naprapathy is a therapy that is based on osteopathy and chiropractic and involves the manual manipulation of the spine. Naprapathy also incorporates a number of other alternative therapies that include massage, laser therapy and dietary changes. Many practitioners are… Read more...
Native American medicine has been practised for at least 12,000 years by the various different tribes of indigenous Americans. The theory behind the medicine is very much on a spiritual level and it is believed healthy people are following the… Read more...
Naturopathy which you will also hear called naturopathic medicine is the process of using natural medicines and treatments. There are various different types of naturopathic medicines that include homeopathy, aromatherapy, diet, nutrition, physical manipulation, exercise and stress management. Usually in… Read more...
Network chiropractic is a therapy that involves network spinal analysis. The therapist will then use spinal manipulations to connect with the spirit and induce the healing process. The therapy was developed by Dr Donald Epstein with the aim of making… Read more...
Neural therapy is the process of injecting anaesthetic into scars, glands, peripheral nerves, acupuncture points and other tissue. The aim of these injections is to correct abnormal electrical signals that can cause illnesses or to detoxify tissues or to help… Read more...
Neurofeedback is the process of making people aware of their brain waves so that they are able to change the situation. During a Neurofeedback session technology is used to measure the electrical activity of the brain, this is then fed… Read more...
NLP was developed by 2 psychologists, Richard Bandler and John Grinder, in the 1970s after spending some time studying hypnotherapy. NLP works on the unconscious and uses a number of ideas from hypnotherapy in order to help people change destructive… Read more...
Neuromuscular therapy is a complete treatment that incorporates neuromuscular massage. It will also work with a patient on their posture, diet and their emotional wellbeing. The aim of neuromuscular therapy is to treat the whole person and not just the… Read more...
Norris Technique was developed by Patricia Norris and is a series of exercises that improve body alignment to help the body to function longer and better. It is something that will help you to stand up straight and reduce the… Read more...
Nutritional therapy uses a combination of science to assess the nutritional state and make up of a person and naturopathy to help treat illnesses. The aim is to treat the whole body to help someone maintain and return to good… Read more...
Occupational therapy is a very wide reaching thing and involves a therapist working with people of all ages to help them achieve different things. They can work with people who have physical, psychological or social problems and find ways to… Read more...
Ortho-Bionomy was developed by the British osteopath Dr. Arthur Lincoln Pauls in the 1970s and is very much based on the principles of osteopathy. The practitioner will use gentle manipulations of the body in order to eliminate tensions. The aim… Read more...
Orthomolecular medicine is the process of treating people using nutritional supplements. The aim is not only to cure illnesses but also to help people to obtain optimum health. The idea is that all people depending on their body, lifestyle and… Read more...
Osteopathy is designed to treat the whole person and not just the ailment. The practitioners of osteopathy believe that the person is one organism and all parts of the body act on each other and so you cannot treat one… Read more...
Oxygen therapy includes a number of different techniques of administering oxygen or ozone to a patient either in the form of gas or water. The idea behind the therapy is that the body is often lacking antioxidants and by supplying… Read more...
Palmistry is the process of reading the hands in order to give people information about themselves. People who read palms claim they can give others information about the length of their lives, their future health, relationships and children they may… Read more...
Past life regression is the process of putting people into a state, similar to a hypnotic state where they can go back and visit previous lives they have had. There are many theories as to what people are experiencing during… Read more...
Personal training is the system of devising an exercise routine for people. Usually a personal trainer will set the exercise the client needs to do that suits their level and then increase the difficulty over time. Most trainers will also… Read more...
Pfimmer deep muscle massage is something you may also hear referred to as Canadian deep muscle massage. It was developed by Therese Pfrimmer in Canada in the 1940s and is based on a lot o the techniques of deep tissue… Read more...
Physiotherapists work with people of all ages and body types with the aid of promoting movement. I is beneficial for people recovering from illnesses and injuries and they have movement problems or certain pain in their body. Physiotherapists identify and… Read more...
Pilates is an exercise therapy that incorporates a number of disciplines that are yoga, meditation, gymnastics, Alexander Technique and dance. There are a number of principles to Pilates and these must all be included to get the maximum benefits from… Read more...
A podiatrist is a healthcare professional that give preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of problems with the feet and lower limbs in order to improve mobility. The treatment they provide can be anything from shoe inserts to surgical treatments. In… Read more...
The basis of polarity therapy is that the body is an energy-based system that includes electro-magnetic force. Polarity therapy practitioners believe that illness and disease is causes by improperly dissipated energy. A polarity therapist will treat the whole person and… Read more...
Positional release is therapy with the aim of correcting imbalances is in the musculoskeletal system. It is involves the process of locating tender points in the muscles of the patients and then getting them to move into positions that relieve… Read more...
Postural integration is a holistic therapy with the aim of treating the whole body as well as the mind. During the process of postural integration a therapist will use a number of different techniques that include deep tissue massage, breathing… Read more...
Prana is a Sanskrit term and translates as breath. It is the main concept in Ayurvedic medicine and yoga and is basically thought of as the life force or energy in a person. It can be compared to Chi in… Read more...
Pranayama is a term you will heard used in the practise of yoga and is a Sanskrit term that means breathing. In fact breathing is a fundamental part to the practise of yoga as it is believed that by the… Read more...
Prayer or spirituality is the belief that there is a higher force that can help us and that we can communicate with them and ask for help. The process of spiritual healing can take place either in solitude through the… Read more...
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) is a system of advanced stretching exercises that can be taught to a patient. It involves both the stretching and contractions of muscles in a specific target area. There are many PNF exercises that can be… Read more...
Psychic healing is a completely non-invasive therapy that can be used alongside conventional medicine. It involves the process of channelling energy into a person’s body in order to heal illness, injury or distress. Usually the patient will be fully clothed… Read more...
Psychosomatic medicine very much focuses on the relationship between the mind and the body. It can be described as the study of physical illnesses that are caused by emotional problems. It is quite a common theory that many illnesses in… Read more...
Psychotherapy is a general term used to describe a branch of medicine that is focussed on helping people with emotional or mental illnesses. Psychotherapy can be thought of as a talking therapy where people talk through their problems and a… Read more...
Pulsing is a form of bodywork that uses movements. Some of the movements that are incorporated include stretching, lifting, jiggling, shaking, rotating and swinging these are all applied with a rhythmic rocking of the body. The aim is to connect… Read more...
Qi is another name for Chi and is the energy that according to Chinese medicine is believed to appear in everything including the human body. Qigong is a therapy that originates in China before records began and is a series… Read more...
Quantum touch is a therapy that works on the Chi or energy that flows around the body. It is believed that this energy needs to flow freely around the body in order for a person to be in good health.… Read more...
Radionics is a process of healing that uses electronic fields in order to diagnose and treat a patient. It is said that the patient does not even need to meet the therapist and that they can diagnose from a sample… Read more...
The Raindrop technique was developed by Gary Young based on what he learnt from the Lakota Native Americans. It is a form of massage that uses 10 aromatherapy essential oils. The oils are massaged on to the body using a… Read more...
Rapid eye technology which you will often hear called eye blinking has been developed as a technique to help people deal with and overcome stress. The aim is to put people into an alpha brainwave state which is often called… Read more...
Rebalancing is a bodywork technique that aims to work with both the body and the mind and ultimately bring them more into line with each other. Rebalancing uses some advanced for of massage in order to release muscle tension and… Read more...
Rebirthing is actually a breathing technique that can be learnt to induce the body’s natural healing systems. In a session of rebirthing you will spend some time at the beginning discussing the emotional issues you may have with your therapist.… Read more...
Reconnective healing is a form of healing that reconnects the person with their body’s natural healing ability. During a session the therapist will normally introduce a number of frequencies that result in the body vibrating in resonance. Usually during the… Read more...
Reflexology is an ancient therapy that dates back thousands of years and has been used in ancient China, Egypt and by the Romans. It works by the therapist pressing predefined pressure points in both the hands and feet in order… Read more...
Regression therapy is a technique often used by hypnotherapists to help people come to terms with events that have happened in the past. It usually involves the process of putting a patient into a hypnotic state and then guiding them… Read more...
Reiki originates from Japan and has the aim of detecting and correcting problems with the energy flow of the body and works on a physical, mental and emotional level. Reiki is a hands on therapy where the patient will usually… Read more...
Relationship counselling is specifically designed for couples who have problems in their relationship. It is a form of talking therapy where couples can get together with a therapist and discuss their feelings, values and expectations. The aim is to help… Read more...
Rolfing is a form of body work that uses a lot of the techniques of deep tissue massage. However it does not just work on the surface of the body but also goes deeper to reshape the body’s myofascial structure.… Read more...
Rosen Method is a gentle form of bodywork developed by physiotherapist Marion Rosen. It works with the client lying down and the practitioner using gentle non-manipulative touch. The aim is to draw the client’s attention to muscle tension and then… Read more...
The Rubenfeld synergy method is a combination of bodywork and psychotherapy that uses talk, touch and exercises. The aim of the therapy is to help remove emotional blockages from the patient. Rubenfeld synergy method was develop in the 1960s and… Read more...
Sclerology is a diagnostic tool rather than a treatment process. A practitioner will look at a person’s eye and read the red lines in the whites of the eye. This is a tool to show the quality of someone’s health… Read more...
Seichem is an advanced form of Reiki that works on the fact there are four elements that act on the body and they all need to be taken into account. These elements are: Reiki – this is the earth… Read more...
Seiki has been developed from Shiatsu with the main aim of working with the energy in the body. It is believed the body can heal itself once its energies have been brought back into balance. During the therapy the client… Read more...
Self-hypnosis is very similar to hypnosis however there is no therapist involved. It can either be done through the use of a CD that guides you though the steps or by practise creating your own visualisations. It can be a… Read more...
Sexology is a form of psychotherapy that focuses specifically on the sexual problems that many people have. It is quite common for people to feel uncomfortable talking about specific sexual problems they may have. However by visiting a sexologist the… Read more...
Shakti is a Sanskrit term that means power and it refers to the power that exists in every single person. By working with the Shakti in a person it is possible to increase self-awareness and help the person to heal… Read more...
SHEN therapy is a western form of bodywork. It focuses on the electromagnetic field produced by the body. In eastern medicine this is referred to as the body’s Chi. By using hands on techniques the therapist will gently touch the… Read more...
Shiatsu is a Japanese form of bodywork and incorporates a number of other techniques that include Amma, acupressure, massage and stretching. Shiatsu is a holistic treatment as it aims to treat the whole person and not just the condition. It… Read more...
Soma neuromuscular integration is a form of bodywork that was developed in the 1970s and concentrates on how the structure of the body responds to gravity. It is believed that the neurological and structural systems of the body are interrelated… Read more...
Somatic therapy is a series of bodywork exercises that were developed by Thomas Hanna in the 1970s. It is based on the premise that the body has three reflexes and these are: // Red Light Reflex – this occurs… Read more...
Sonopuncture is a therapy that has been developed from acupuncture and uses a lot of the same principles. However rather than actually puncturing the skin it involves using sound vibrations on the acupuncture points throughout the body. In this sense… Read more...
Sound therapy is a very broad area that covers a number of different ways in which sound can be used to treat both physical and mental illnesses. Some of the better known sound therapies are: // Chanting and toning… Read more...
Speech pathology is often called speech and language therapy is the process of working with people who have speech, language, voice and swallowing problems. It focuses on the communication problems that people have and can involve physical exercises, audio and… Read more...
Spinology is the practise of realigning the spine in order to promote good health. The spine consists of several parts and nerves that send out messages to the rest of the body. It is believed that if the spine is… Read more...
Shamanism is an ancient religion where healing plays a major role. In fact shamanic healing is the oldest form of healing and dates back over 25,000 years. Shamans believe that there are forces beyond those found on the earth and… Read more...
Spiritual counselling is a difficult practise to define as it means so much to so many people. However one way to think of it is that many people are not connected to their higher self or the universal power. This… Read more...
Structural integration is another name for the bodywork technique commonly called Rolfing. The technique was developed by Ida Pauline Rolf in the early half of the 20th century after she was in an accident as a young woman. The system… Read more...
T.E.N.S. therapy stands for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Therapy which is the process of using mild electrical impulses as treatment rather than drugs. The idea is that the electrical pulses stimulate the nerves in the body and block the signal… Read more...
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise program that developed from martial arts and uses slow, deliberate movements, meditation and deep breathing. It is based on the idea that there is need for balance in the mind, body and spirit.… Read more...
Tarot is a system of working with a psychic. Many psychics will use different tools to be able to tune into a person and give them advice. The tarot is a set of cards that all have different meanings. When… Read more...
Thalasso is derived from the Greek word for Sea and so Thalassotherapy is a wide term that is used to describe any treatment that uses sea water or seaweed. Some of the treatments that are covered by this term include… Read more...
Therapeutic touch is aimed at treating the whole person, mind, body and spirit rather than just a condition. It is an ancient technique that involves altering the energy field of a person to induce healing. This is done very simply… Read more...
Thought field therapy is a simple treatment for psychological problems. It works by tapping on acupressure points in the body in the correct order. It is something that can be carried out by a practitioner but can also be learned… Read more...
Tibetan medicine is different from the conventional type of medicines that we are used to in that it does not believe in the concept of illness. Instead it believes that all problems are caused by disharmony in the mind, body… Read more...
Toyohari is a refined form of Japanese acupuncture that is much more delicate and specialised. Often it means that the needles are not inserted and will work on pulse and palpation. It is mainly based on the practitioner’s ability to… Read more...
Traditional African medicine is very much a holistic approach to therapy and uses diviners, midwives and herbalists. Each role will have a different responsibility for example the diviners will be responsible for diagnosing the illness and the herbalist will find… Read more...
The basic idea behind traditional Chinese medicine is that every person has energy flowing through it and that most illnesses are caused by either blockages or imbalances in that energy. It also works on the basis that the body contains… Read more...
You might often hear Trager psychophysical integration Trager work and is a system that works very much with the body. The therapy incorporates various skills and these are massage like techniques, relaxation and movement education (called Menastics). The major parts… Read more...
Trauma erase is a massage therapy that was developed by Pauline Carte during her massage career which began in the 1950’s. She was thought to be a pioneer in the field of kinesiology from where she developed Trauma Erase. This… Read more...
Trauma is something that we all experience to one degree or another. It can simply be thought of as any event of series of events that are too difficult for people to deal with or cope with. The effects of… Read more...
Watsu is a holistic based form of hydro therapy. It involves the patient being immersed in warm water, usually at a level where the person can still stand. The practitioner will then support the patient’s body in a horizontal position… Read more...
Yoga comes from a Sanskrit word that means to unite or join. It is a series of poses or exercises that are combined with breathing and meditation to join the mind and the body. One of the great things about… Read more...
Acu-yoga is a combination of both yoga and acupressure by using poses and breathing exercises in order to put pressure on the acupressure points of the body. This therapy was developed in the 1970’s by Michael Reed Gach and uses… Read more...
Ananda yoga is a form of yoga that includes postures, breathing and meditation and usually involves saying a personal affirmation while in postures. When you begin practising ananda yoga it will be very gentle and will build up to being… Read more...
Anusara yoga is a relative new practise and began in the late 1990’s based on a lot of the principles of hatha yoga. It is a tantric philosophy of intrinsic goodness and is practised in this way. Each session will… Read more...
The word Ashtanga translates as eight limbs which refers to the limbs of yoga and basically means the mind can be purified in 8 steps. In this system of yoga each of the steps needs to be learnt, developed and… Read more...
Bhakti yoga is very much a religious form of yoga that is often called devotional yoga. The aim is that the person practising the yoga is called the bhakta and through the practise they form a relationship with the lord.… Read more...
Bikram yoga is a Hatha yoga technique that is one of the 8 limbs of yoga. However this form is usually practised in a hot room with 26 poses and 22 breathing exercises. The main purpose of this form of… Read more...
The aim of body-mind centring yoga is to help the mind to focus on the body and how it moves. The aim is to concentrate on each posture and understand them from a multi-body position. By doing this the person… Read more...
Hatha yoga is probably the most widely practised form of yoga and there are many disciplines that branch from hatha yoga. It is quite a physical form of yoga that focuses on postures done in a series and held for… Read more...
Integral yoga is very much a philosophy rather than a style of yoga. The aim is to go beyond the mind and body to reach a higher level of consciousness. Bu doing this the mind and body are also transformed.… Read more...
Iyengar yoga is a great place for people to start or for those who lack flexibility. The reason for that is that is uses a large number of props, blocks and straps to add support. Through this type of practise… Read more...
Jivanmukti is one of the more modern forms of yoga and in fact was not developed until the 1980s. It was created from the traditional ashtanga yoga. It is quite an intense form of yoga for people that want a… Read more...
Kripalu is a form of non-sectarian yoga that is aimed at people at all faiths. The only things that people practising Kripalu yoga are asked to do is trust themselves and have a commitment to authenticity. The aim of Kripalu… Read more...
The word kundalini literally translate a “the curl of the lock of hair”. This is a metaphor that describes the energy that exists in each one of us. Kundalini yoga is thought of the yoga of awareness and very much… Read more...
Natural yoga is often also called surrender meditation and the person who undertakes it literally surrenders themselves to what they believe to be divine. There are no set postures in natural yoga and instead the postures occur spontaneously based in… Read more...
Partner yoga is the process of practising yoga in a pair or as the name suggests with a partner. It is quite often for the partners to know each other before practising and the process can help to strengthen your… Read more...
Power yoga was developed from Ashtanga yoga in the 1990s primarily for a western audience. The main difference is that it does not follow a set series of poses and so session can be very different from one to the… Read more...
Restorative yoga is a less dynamic form of yoga than many others. The main aim of restorative yoga is to give a person and their body the opportunity to rejuvenate and restore themselves. During a restorative yoga session the person… Read more...
Sivananda yoga was developed by Swami Sivananda in the 1930s and is a form of Hatha yoga. It is very much a holistic approach to yoga and works on stretching and toning the body as well as focussing a lot… Read more...
Tantra yoga is a form of yoga than combines physical and ritual cleaning, breathing exercises, contemplation, visualisation as well as repetition of mantra. The aim is to reprogram the human mind to be able to control desires and to take… Read more...
Viviyoga is thought of as a personal yoga and includes various techniques such as meditation, yoga breathing and traditional yoga poses. The aim of the practise of Viniyoga is to heat the body in order to generate internal cleansing. This… Read more...
Zero balancing is a form of bodywork that uses both gentle pressure and stretching in order to balance the energy in the body. It specifically focuses on the bones and joints to create areas of stillness in the body. A… Read more...
Zhi Ya is a form of traditional Chinese massage that focuses on activating the acupuncture points in the body. Rather than using needles as in acupuncture Zhi Ya uses pinching and pressure on the acupuncture points to balance the energy… Read more...
