head2toe4health

introducing

On-Site Therapies

for Workplace Stress

head2toe4health operates in the Rhondda Cynon Taff area and is now offering a range of holistic therapies to companies and organisations. These therapies can be used on-site in business and are proving to be effective not to mention cost effective - in dealing with the ever-increasing problem of … *Workplace Stress* Not convinced? Click here to see some of the research and findings on this subject		The Facts about Stress in the Workplace
		How head2toe4health can help
		On-site therapies offered …
		Reiki
		Reflexology
		Indian Head Massage
		Bach Flower Remedies
		Other services
		Short talks and demonstrations
		Short Courses, Weekend Workshops
		Stress Busting Workshops
		Corporate Events, Conferences Exhibitions, Health Promotion days

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head2toe4health

could help you achieve a healthier, happier working environment, save you money and decrease the risk of costly and embarrassing litigation!

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A team of therapists

All hold internationally recognised qualifications,

are trained to high standards and are fully insured

against Public Liability and Malpractice claims.

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The Treatments

[Reiki

Reiki (pronounced 'ray-key') is a Japanese word - 'rei' means universal and 'ki' means life force or energy. This ancient healing art was re-discovered in the 19th century by a Japanese priest named Dr Mikao Usui. This system of natural healing was subsequently passed on by ensuing reiki masters and is practised worldwide today.

Reiki is based upon the flow of 'ki' or energy around the body. Otherwise known as 'chi' or 'qi' in Chinese and 'prana' in Hindu, ki is the energy of life itself. Reiki clears away blockages in the flow of ki which lead to illness and stress.

A holistic form of healing, reiki treats the physical body and the mind together, strengthening the body's own healing ability and rebalancing its energy. Reiki may be used for self-healing or to promote healing in others. It can also be used safely with other complementary therapies and there is no risk when using it alongside orthodox treatment.

Touch is a wonderful thing that can be both comforting and soothing but it can also be used to heal illnesses and bring balance and a sense of well-being into your life. Reiki is a deeply relaxing, health promoting system of hands-on energy healing. Reiki was virtually unheard of only a few short years ago but it is fast becoming one of the most recognised and popular forms of complementary therapy today.

For the more scientific and possibly skeptical mind please follow this link The Science behind Reiki.

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[Reflexology

This ancient healing art which dates back to Egyptian times is becoming increasingly popular, as many people are now seeking a more holistic approach to health.

Reflexology is a therapy which involves the stimulation of certain points on the feet, known as reflex points. The theory is that the feet are a mini-map of the entire body and that by applying pressure to specific areas on the feet, balance and harmony are restored to the various body systems.

Reflexology works to improve circulation, aid in the elimination of toxins from the system, relieve stress and tension, and help restore the body to its normal state – known as homeostasis.

If you would like to learn more about research done into this therapy you may follow the links provided:

[Indian Head Massage

Champissage as it is known in India, has been practised for over a thousand years and is an important part of the country's culture. It is an integral part of family life, as well as a profession, where massage is combined with bathing and shampooing to refresh, stimulate and unite body, mind and spirit. Indian Head Massage can still be seen as an everyday part of life - in barber shops, in markets, on street corners and even on the beach!

The treatment may last anything from 15 to 45 minutes and works on the upper body, back, shoulders, neck and head where a great deal of the physical and psychological tensions that accumulate in our everyday lives are stored. It is a wonderful and extremely beneficial therapy for de-stressing the whole body. The treatment is so relaxing that it is not unusual for the recipient to fall asleep during the massage! However, the massage helps to improve concentration and energy levels, and often people will report feeling energised after having had an Indian Head Massage.

It disperses toxins from tense and knotted muscles, improves blood-circulation in congested muscles, and helps oxygenate the brain. It also helps with eye-strain, tinnitus, jaw pain, sinusitis and aids restful sleep. The massage stimulates lymphatic drainage, boosts the immune system, and encourages the body to ward off disease. It is tremendously useful in dealing with a variety of stress-related disorders.

Indian Head Massage induces a state of calm, peace and tranquillity and promotes high levels of alertness and concentration. Relaxing, yet invigorating, Indian Head Massage creates a wonderful feeling of well-being.

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[Bach Flower Remedies

The 38 Bach Flower Remedies, created by a Harley Street Doctor, Edward Bach in the 1930’s, make up a complete and unique system of medicine. Dr Bach’s belief that "A Healthy Mind Ensures A Healthy Body” was ahead of its time. Today medical experts are proving beyond doubt, how our thoughts have a direct effect upon the cells of our bodies. The Bach Flower Remedies are being described as “The Medicine Of The Future”.

The Bach Flower Remedies comprise 38 homeopathically prepared plant and flower based remedies, each one specifically devised to treat a different emotion. The Bach Flower Remedies work by stimulating the body’s own capacity to heal itself, by balancing negative emotions.

Click here for descriptions of each individual remedy.

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[Talks, Presentations and Demonstrations

Introductory talks, presentations and demonstrations may be arranged on request and provide a useful opening to discuss ways in which complementary therapies may be put to good use in the workplace. They also allow an opportunity for taster sessions or mini-treatments to take place in a relaxed atmosphere so that employers and employees can more easily decide how they feel about the various treatments and how they could be integrated into the work environment with maximum ease and benefit.

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[Stress Busting Workshops

These workshops explore what we mean by the term "stress" and how it can affect our daily lives. Advice on the many and varied methods of dealing with stress and preventing it becoming a problem for us is given at the sessions. However the sessions also involve the practice of a variety of stress busting techniques. These include:

· relaxation

· visualisation

· head massage

· foot massage

· yoga/pilates

· meditation

· gentle exercise

This is a very popular workshop because it is such a great opportunity for people to learn how to help themselves to a healthier and less stressful life.

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[ Short Courses in Complementary Therapies

These courses are run by Andrea Williams who has almost 20 years of lecturing experience. Andrea has been running short introductory courses and weekend workshops for the University of Glamorgan for many years and many people have found the knowledge and practical skills that they have learned to be of enormous benefit.

Here are just a few of the comments made by students on the courses

“These courses provide a fascinating insight into complementary therapies. The therapies themselves are very stimulating and effective as well as having a soothing and relaxing effect. The techniques are easy to learn and the courses are well structured and clearly outlined by the tutor”

Tony Edwards - Cardiff

“I found the Indian Head massage course wonderful, there were days when I felt awful and really felt I couldn't face it. Then I would come out of there feeling a completely new person - everything would have lifted. I also lost someone extremely close to me during the time on the course and this helped me to relax and get through the grief.”

Helen James - Port Talbot

“ I really enjoyed the Indian Head Massage course and the good thing is that the more you receive the treatment, the more you enjoy it... it gets better and better.

“If you are a 'feet person' the Reflexology course is definitely the thing for you... it gives you the tools to relax and chill out - the course also helped me decide whether I wanted to take my training further and gain an accredited qualification. It was so good ... I could do it all over again.”

Florence Lavit - Pontypridd

“I recently attended an Indian Head Massage course and thoroughly enjoyed it. The course was very rewarding and relaxing and I looked forward to my Thursday evenings every week . I would recommend that even the strongest
sceptic try the courses.”

June Elliot - Pontyclun

“The Reflexology course is a great way to learn a new skill in a relaxed and informal environment. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and looked forward to attending each week knowing that afterwards I would feel calm and stress-free. I found the course to be informative without being too intense and it was interesting to discover alternative treatments for everyday ailments.”

Rhian Morgan - Tonyrefail

“This is my third course and each one gets better. The tutor makes it so interesting, it’s a pleasure to attend”

Mavis Rawlings, Tonteg

“The course gave me confidence, taught me a lot about the person I am, and helped to improve my relationships”

Vicky Norris, Gwaun Miskin

“Very interesing, informative and entertaining. It makes you reassess your lifestyle and opens your mind”

Janet Goodfield - Tonteg

“These courses raise people’s awareness to many of the different therapies available, which in turn, helps people to help themselves”

Christine Rowlands – Talbot Green

“The course was informative and enjoyable. - It was great!”

Linda Pugh - Tonteg

If your company or organisation would like to offer a course like this to employees or clients, it could take place on a weekly basis for a number of weeks or as a workshop which could take place on a designated weekend(s). These courses and workshops are aimed at helping people to help themselves. They enable those attending to learn the therapies for themselves so that they can utilise them to help their colleagues, friends and family.

For further information on the courses available click here. Please note: You will need to use the "Back" button to return to this page.