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Acupuncture

Treatment for relief from a wide range of conditions.

Helping restore your bodies natural balance through the application of gentle techniques.

  • Achieve and maintain good health
  • Reduce the use of prescription medication
  • Very few side-effects

Acupuncture is a treatment derived from ancient Chinese medicine in which fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body for therapeutic or preventative purposes.  It is used in many NHS general practices, as well as the majority of pain clinics and hospices in the UK.

Currently, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends considering acupuncture as a treatment option for chronic lower back pain, chronic tension-type headaches and migraines. NICE makes these recommendations on the basis of scientific evidence.

Acupuncture is a wonderful treatment, which can bring relief to a wide range of short term or long term conditions, including:

  • Chronic pain
  • Headaches/migraines
  • Arthritis
  • Digestive problems
  • Menstrual and menopausal problems
  • Stress and depression
  • Chronic fatigue

There is also some evidence that acupuncture works for a small number of other problems, including neck pain and post-chemotherapy nausea and vomiting.

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Call us today

To book an appointment, or if you have any queries about our Low cost clinic call Wellspring reception 0117 304 1400

complementary health gift voucher

How about a gift voucher?

You can buy vouchers for treatments as gifts for loved ones, friends and special occasions. Vouchers start at £20, you can then add any amount you wish as long as it is a multiple of £5.

Vouchers can be purchased from the Wellspring reception. We can only accept cash or cheque payment.

Meet the team

 

Practitioner: Anwar Ratha
Treatments: Aromatherapy, Holistic Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Sports Massage, Thai Massage

In 2005, I qualified with a diploma in Aromatherapy.  In 2010 I graduated with a BSc Hons in Complementary Health and joined Wellspring as a massage practitioner.

I work with many health issues and I always try my best to help every individual. What I love about my job is seeing a client walk into my room with pain, sad facial expressions and worry but leave the room smiling, with more energy and improved movement.

I am a member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists.  Membership requires therapists to demonstrate regular CPD training and skills updates.

For further information contact:
anwarcomplementary@gmail.com  07951 960 713

Practitioner: Barney Scott Rhythm
Treatments: Reiki

Barney has been studying Reiki for more than 15 years. He originally trained and earned his certificates in Reiki 1&2 in India whilst travelling. It was on this journey that he learned the art of self healing and the use of energy work.

He decided to take his practice even further about 8 years ago by retraining with a renowned Reiki master in Bristol. He retook his certificates again over a 2 year period which gave him a deeper connection and greater understanding of how to best use this Universal energy.

He currently supports and treats a wide variety of people across Bristol. Including Off The Record, Bristol Drugs project, Cityzen Yoga, Stonebridge Park Hostel (places for people) and individuals in his private practice.

His mission is to help as many people as he can to cope with life’s problems and to start them on their own self healing journey.

For further information contact:
reikibarney@gmail.com or call 07846 012166

Practitioner: Bea Hansen
Treatments: Acupuncture, Bach Flower Remedies

Bea has been with the Wellspring Clinic since 2012. She is experienced in both complementary health and conventional medicine, having worked for more than 25 years in nursing. She has done a 3 year degree course in acupuncture and is a member of the British Acupuncture Council.

Bea is a practitioner of Bach Flower Remedies and a member of the Bach Foundation. She also runs healing and meditation groups.

For further information contact:
 beahnsn@blueyonder.co.uk 07853 212 872

 

Practitioner: Niki Blake
Treatments: Reiki, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage and Facial Acupressure, Story Massage

Niki's treatments are gently led by the person for that day, all aimed at supporting the body to encourage it's physical, emotional and mental health and always with some self care tips as wanted.

Reiki 

An energy healing treatment done whilst clothed, using hands off or on to encourage physical and emotional health and wellbeing.

Reflexology

Using the feet or hands to encourage and maintain physical and mental health. Niki can provide an all body treatment and focus on calming anxiety, and the effects of stress and  trauma.

Indian head massage and Facial acupressure 
Head, lower back, spine, shoulders, neck and arms using gentle massage, led by the receiver. The benefits are similar to as above - reflexology.
Story Massage
This combines the benefits of positive touch with the fun and creativity of words – whether as story, rhyme or song for ages  0 - 110!

Niki is happy to talk / have e mail contact with anyone interested in coming along

For further information contact:
niki@tranquilsolereflexology.co.uk    07733242345

 

Practitioner: Trevor Jefferies
Treatments: McTimoney Chiropractic, Diversified Chiropractic

I qualified as a chiropractor from McTimoney College of Chiropractic. Since graduating I have undergone extensive training in the Diversified Chiropractic technique. Understanding both these techniques gives me the opportunity to choose which adjustment is appropriate to the patient and when to apply them.

Alongside these techniques I am also qualified in soft tissue work and personal training. My expertise and experience in these areas gives me a unique and complete Chiropractic approach. The added value of these additional skills means I have the ability to relieve muscle tone as well as provide individual exercise rehabilitation and rehabilitation programmes.

My aim is not for clients to be dependent on chiropractic care to live with pain but to be able to self-manage and limit the experience of discomfort in everyday life through the understanding of their condition and actively participating in programmes provided.

 

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