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  • Treatments for back pain

    The causes of back pain vary from a tensed never to a pulled muscle or slipped disk. An irritation here can spread pain throughout the body, causing muscle spasms. Back pain is a common condition, the severity can vary vastly.

     

     

     

    Here are some treatment options to consider easing the trauma;

     

     

    Acupuncture is a Chinese medicine that involves placing needles in your back to release Opioids (a naturally occurring brain chemical with an analgesic effect). This treatment is pain-free for most and helps play a significant role in reducing back pain.

     

    Those with chronic back issues say that a massage session once a week greatly improves pain levels and increases movement. It is vital that you choose the right massage technique thus not to increase pain and sensitivity. Be sure to talk through your therapist about your problem and any concerns you may have.

     

    • Talking therapies

    It may come as a surprise but talking therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Hypnotherapy are proven successful in reducing and even eradicating back pain. A 2010 study revealed that those who participated in talking therapies reported twice the amount of improvement as those who did not.

     

    • Interval training

    Whilst heavy workouts are a big no for those with back pain interval training with a professional has been proven to reduce pain and discomfort. It is vital that you inform the trainer of any pain or discomfort before, during and after a session. The trainer is there to guide you in exercises that will strengthen the back muscles and ease tension.

     

     

  • Back Pain and how to reduce it

    Chiropractor Torquay – Help with back pain

    Common causes of back pain:

    Quite often back pain can be caused by minor sprains, strains or injuries, or a pinched or irritated nerve. Back pain can also be set off by everyday activities at home or at work, or they can develop gradually, over time. Avoid bending awkwardly or for long periods, lifting heavy objects, slouching in chairs, twisting awkwardly, overstretching, driving or sitting in a hunched position or for long periods without taking a break or overusing the muscles.

    Back pain relief alternatives:

    Chiropractor TorquayChiropractor Torquay use a range of techniques which emphasises particularly on the manipulation of the spine to treat disorders of the bones, muscles and joints. Your chiropractor may choose to a treatment plan which involves manipulating the joints, using a controlled, sudden force to improve range and quality of motion to restore the function and prevention of injury in addition to back pain relief. Chiropractic care is generally considered a safe, effective treatment for acute low back pain.

     

     

    Chiropractor TorquayAcupuncture has proven to relieve chronic lower back pain effectively as many people have found it to be very helpful. Acupuncture treatment involves inserting very thin needles to various depths into strategic points on your body. Stimulating these strategic points of your body is said to correct the imbalance of qi and improve the flow of energy, according to traditional Chinese medicine. Some people believe that the effects come from stimulating the central nervous system which triggers the release of chemicals throughout the body through muscles, spinal cord, and brain. The chemicals then alter the experience of pain-causing relief for lower back pain.

     

    Chiropractor TorquayMassage therapy is seen as an aid for lower back pain and an effective adjunct to lower back treatments as it has proven to lessen and reduce lower back pain. Massage improves blood circulation, which aids in the recovery of muscle soreness from physical activity. In addition, massage relaxes muscles for an improved range of motion. Massage causes an increase in endorphin levels. The increase in endorphin levels is actually one of the greatest benefits of massage therapy. Endorphins are the chemicals the body produces that make you feel good, which is very effective in managing chronic pain and reducing it.

     

    Chiropractor TorquayBowen Technique A treatment consists of a series of gentle rolling moves with frequent pauses between moves giving the body time to benefit from each set. Practitioners treat the body as a whole or can target a specific problem, as they are able to pinpoint stress buildup in muscle groups and then release it.

  • Pain-Relief

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    What is Pain Relief?

    Pain Relief or Management is a branch of medicine employing an interdisciplinary approach for easing of suffering and improving the quality of life for those living with pain.

    There are two main types of pain; Acute pain, also known as short-term pain, is pain that has started recently and Chronic, or long-term pain, is pain that has lasted for three months or more.

    The Devon Clinic offers Acupuncture, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cranial-Sacral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Massage, Reiki, Reflexology and Swedish Massage to help with Pain Management

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

    Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

    What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

    CFS is a debilitating disorder characterised by extreme fatigue that does not dissipate after sleep and can not be explained by underlying health conditions.

    Common symptoms can include exhaustion, muscle and joint pain, frequent headaches and swollen lymph nodes in the neck and armpits. The cause of CFS is unknown and can affect anyone at any time.

     

  • Anne Nevill

    I support my clients with a range of therapeutic approaches and techniques. We’ll talk about what you want to get out of therapy and I’ll adapt my process to suit you, and your hopes and goals for our work. I offer counselling for all kinds of issues, including anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.

    I also have a specialism in chronic pain treatment, using evidence-based psychological techniques (I’m trained by Sirpa and Dr. Howard Schubiner) to help my clients radically improve their quality of life and even fully recover from chronic pain conditions.

    You can book with Anne via the Devon Clinic. Please call us on 01803 500300 or email reception@devonclinic.co.uk

  • Kevin Dudman

    Kevin specialises in treating trauma, including accidents, medical trauma, workplace & childhood bullying, domestic abuse, rape, sexual abuse and traumatic grief. He also works with depression, anxiety, worry, low self-esteem, OCD, phobias, body and self-esteem issues, chronic pain and porn & Internet addiction.

    Kevin is an Accredited EMDR Consultant and CBT Psychotherapist with over thirty-five years of experience working in Mental Health within the NHS. Twenty-five of these has been in senior positions supervising and supporting the clinical practice of a wide range of psychological therapists.
    EMDR is a therapy for PTSD aimed at symptom resolution and accepting what has happened.

    CBT offers effective treatment for a wide range of emotional health challenges. The National Institute of Clinical Excellence has recommended both approaches.

    Kevin is always happy to chat with potential patients over the phone to help them decide what might be the right therapy and therapist for them. He is happy to discuss supervision and how he can support accreditation for EMDR therapists. Please feel free to contact him to see if I can help.

    To book directly with Kevin, please email info@cbtandembrtherapysolutions.co.uk or visit www.cbtandemdrtherapysolutions.co.uk

    You can also book with Kevin via the Devon Clinic, please call us on 01803 500300 OR complete the form below (please name the Practitioner you are interested in booking with on form).

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  • Reiki Drum Healing Technique

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    Reiki Drum Technique is a method of Reiki combined with drumming over a person’s energy field. This technique helps to bring the person into balance by releasing tension(s) and promoting Harmony and relaxation.
    Results show in recent studies that drumming may help with:
    Asthma |Anxiety | Arthritis | Chronic pain | Fatigue | Healing after surgery | Hypertension |Mental illness | Migraines | Multiple Sclerosis | Parkinson‚’s |Paralysis | Sleep & emotional disorders | Stress | Stroke | Tension |
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  • Bowen Technique – Julie Flood

    What is the Bowen Technique?

    Being balanced and having our pelvic level allows our body to work at its best. If our bodies are not in balance when we walk, jog, exercise etc., we are creating more issues. Think of your vehicle. If the tires are not balanced, other issues arise and when we continue to drive out of alignment before we know it we are facing more repairs!

    If we get the tires aligned then the vehicle runs at its peak. Same as our bodies balanced with the Bowen Technique everything works at its best and our bodies health issues are given messages to repair and heal and our daily exercises are usually enhanced.

    Bowen does not just mask our pains and you have to come every week – Bowen encourages healing by balancing and correcting issues, usually within three visits then we function as we should. Those of us with chronic pain issues find great relief when balanced and when the body begins to show it is out of alignment again the technique once again relieves our pain.

  • IBS in Devon – How it is caused and symptoms

    IBS

    IBS

    Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in Devon is a common, LONG term condition of the digestion system.

    It can cause all sorts of problems such as stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and/or constipation. The symptom isn’t the same for everyone. It varies and changes. It can affect people more severely than others.

    Irritable Bowel Syndrome tends to come and go in periods lasting a few days to a few months at a time. Most occur during times of stress or after eating certain foods.

    Some symptoms can be found to improve after going to the toilet.

    IBS often develops when a person is between 20 to 30 years of age. Around twice as many women are affected as men.

    The condition is often life-long, although it may improve over several years.

    Symptoms

    The most common symptoms of IBS are abdominal stomach pain and cramping, which may be relieved by going to the toilet.

    A change in your bowel habits, such as diarrhoea, constipation or sometimes both

    Bloating and swelling of your stomach

    Excessive wind (flatulence)

    Occasionally experiencing an urgent need to go to the toilet

    A feeling that you have not fully emptied your bowels after going to the toilet

    Passing mucus from your bottom

    IBS can be helped by altering your diet and lifestyle.

     

    For example, it may help to:

    • Identify and possibly avoid foods or drinks that trigger your symptoms
    • Alter the amount of fibre in your diet
    • Exercise regularly
    • Reduce your stress levels

     

    Living with IBS

    Living with IBS can be somewhat difficult. You can go for months with no symptoms then have a sudden flare-up. The condition can be quite painful and have a negative impact on your quality of life and emotional state

    Treatments for IBS

    Hypnotherapy – Hypnotherapy, relaxation training, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) have all been shown to help alleviate symptoms of IBS.

    Allergy Testing – Allergy testing can help with symptoms of IBS by figuring out which foods, substances, and drinks make the IBS symptoms flare up.

    Acupuncture – Acupuncture is a popular alternative therapy for IBS and other conditions. It’s proven effective for treating chronic pain

     

  • Lily Allen‚ a story on how she dropped 2 dress sizes using Hypnotherapy!

    Lily first went under Hypnosis in 2009, for a while Lily was Bulimic, but soon realized that this was not a healthy way to control her weight so she took a more positive action, Hypnotherapy!

    Lily said, “After the Hypnotism, I wanted to go to the gym every day, otherwise I felt really bad. I just wanted to get more toned and healthy. I’m really good about everything at the moment, I’ve never been happier!”

    Lily Allen then went onto describe the process as “having her brain reprogrammed to enjoy healthy things”

    However, hypnosis is a professional method and is used as an approach for all types of reasons from helping people overcome fears, building confidence, quitting smoking and even managing chronic pain.

    A hypnotherapist helped Lily to undergo the changes in her life. Helping to reprogram her mind to develop a healthier attitude to food and exercise by boosting the enjoyment Lily has when heating healthy foods and also raising happiness levels when going to the gym or doing similar exercise.

    Hypnosis is not a magic cure though, you need to be prepared to work hard, both in terms of exercise and controlling what you eat. However, if you struggle to remain positive or have failed to stick to a plan before, hypnosis can help cultivate a more positive attitude.
    A hypnotherapist will deal with the sub-conscious part of the mind, that is the non-analytical or instinctive part.

    Here at The Devon Clinic, we offer a wide variety of weight loss packages.
    These can include Hypnotherapy to help ease cravings and comfort eating‚ allergy testing to check if you’re intolerant to certain foods, acupuncture to aid digestion and much more.

     

     

     

     

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