Health & care

NIR is a non-invasive laser treatment designed to stimulate collagen production and tighten lax skin, and is very effective when used to treat the signs of ageing on the lower face, jawline and neck, usually in conjunction with Laser Lift. It can also be used on the body, such as the stomach, cellulite areas, backs of arms and inner thighs, but is not suitable for treatment around the eyes or forehead, or for sensitive skin. Light near the infrared spectrum is used to briefly elevate the temperature of the skin, deeply penetrating it. This produces microscopic thermal injury to the tissues in the dermis, which contracts existing elastin fibres, and stimulates the formation of new, thicker, uniformly aligned collagen. Typically, a course of six treatments is recommended, at fortnightly intervals. Thereafter a programme of one treatment every four months will maintain the benefits. There may be some variation in your prescribed treatment plan, depending on the severity of your condition....

Poor pelvic floor strength and urinary incontinence are as common as they’re embarrassing. It is a condition which can affect us at any age or stage of life. It is a myth that only women who have given birth suffer from this, though certainly it helps! Chronic constipation can also take its toll. Most of us just put up with it and resign ourselves to a life of Tena Ladies and being careful when we laugh/cough/sneeze/run/jump/just about anything. Pelvic floor dysfunction is when we’re unable to correctly relax and coordinate the muscles in our pelvic floors to pee or to have a bowel movement and can also be the source of pain during sex. Although we use humour to mask our embarrassment, it really is no joke. It can severely affect the quality of our lives and limit the activities we undertake. It won’t kill us, but it is certainly lifestyle-limiting. Kegel (pelvic floor) exercises are recommended to maintain strength and condition in the pelvic area but by the time trouble strikes, it’s...

7 Myths about Counselling and Psychotherapy 1. There is no difference between counselling and psychotherapy Counselling is normally considered short term and looking at a specific issue, whereas, Psychotherapy is considered long term and the therapist may look at the early childhood experiences and how this has influenced the current issues. 2. Therapy is for people with mental illness only Therapy is not only for people with mental illness, people come to therapy to get help with more specific issues such as stress at work, relationship breakdown, loss. 3. Any Counsellor/Therapist will do The relationship is vital in the successful outcomes of therapy. This is important because some people have gone to different therapist till the found the right fit. So, it is important to find the right therapist to support you on this journey. At City Therapy we pay particular attention in trying to get the best fit so the therapist will work where the client is at.  4. Its just a chat sure I...

EMSELA, is a medical-grade clinically proven, physiotherapy treatment for pelvic floor rehabilitation. It is a treatment that substantially improves the quality of life for those suffering from serious urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence can take two forms: (1) Stress Incontinence – leaking during exercise or sneezing, for example (2) Urge Incontinence – can’t hold on when you need to go These can have a dramatic effect on your quality of life. We can now offer you a solution: the BTL EMSELLA chair uses  H igh  I ntensity  F ocused  E lectro M agnetic energy ( HIFEM ) to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles to contract and strengthen so that they support the pelvic organs. You remain fully clothed during treatment The BTL EMSELLA treatment is non-invasive and comfortable, and you remain fully clothed while sitting on the physiotherapy chair throughout. It’s not a gimmick; it’s endorsed by highly regarded gynaecologists worldwide, and it works – the results real...

Life presents us with many challenges and with them we experience normal ups and downs. This means that everyone gets sad or gets the so-called "blues" from time to time. When your feelings turn to emptiness and hopelessness and you don't want to leave, it may be time to seek help. Depression can affect the things you enjoy and can affect how you function in your daily life. Just getting through each day can be hard and feel overwhelming. Understanding depression can be the first step in overcoming this problem. Depression: what is it? Depression is a mental illness that affects thinking, energy, feelings, and behavior. It can range from mild to severe and in some cases can be mentally and physically debilitating, affecting a person's family and professional life. It is possible to minimize the effects of depression by accessing information and support and finding ways to manage the condition. What should I do if I think I have depression? Depression has eight main sy...

There is a misconception that our pelvic floor is fine when we are not suffering from urine leakage. However, one sign that your pelvic floor is weakening is if you have to go to the bathroom at night most nights. Another sign is that the flow is weak at night, which can be frustrating when you're waiting to get back into bed as soon as possible. Frequent sleep disturbances have profound health consequences Unfortunately, our pelvic floor is destined to deteriorate with age if we don't do something about it. Therefore, it is a good idea to investigate these symptoms even before a leak occurs. Sleep disturbances often don't just make us tired and grumpy: they disrupt stress pathways, slowly make our bodies more inflamed and vulnerable to chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer's, and affect our concentration, mood, and overall abilities. to work. Free and non-binding consultation at a secret clinic Many of the women we worked with Emsella...