The body keeps score: The Healer’s Way
When stress goes unprocessed, the emotional tension can be the root of many physical diseases. “Stress is not just a passing experience; it is something we carry in the body,” says energy healer Nina Campbell of The Healer’s Way. A certified practitioner of Reiki, acupressure, ThetaHealing technique, and regression therapy, Nina approaches healing […]
Step back into comfort: Footprints Podiatry
Whether you spend your day at standing at work or chasing after grandchildren, life becomes much harder with sore feet. According to senior podiatrist Howard Nicholas from Footprints Podiatry, the key to healthy feet is regular maintenance. “Addressing foot problems as early as possible is the key,” Howard says. “The longer people leave […]
Your guide to nuclear medicine and treatment: Reform Radiology
If your doctor or specialist has referred you for nuclear medicine imaging or treatment, you may have questions about what this involves. These specialised imaging techniques offer accurate diagnosis, and treatment of a range of conditions, and is available from Reform Radiology’s state-of-the-art facility in central Christchurch. To provide you with peace of […]
From stuck to starting again: I Get It
Work or study no longer feels fulfilling? Relationships feel strained, or there’s a sense that something needs to change but the next step isn’t clear? That’s where life coaching can make a difference. For life coach Dianne Heslop, her website messaging is ‘I get it’ because she does. She understands what it’s like […]
Hard as nails: Dr Tom Nailcare
Autumn is the season to prep for healthy, beautiful nails that can stand up to winter. After a social summer, our nails have done more heavy lifting than we realise. From holidays and outdoor adventures to festivals and parties, they’ve been filed, painted, polished and often layered with gels or acrylics to look […]
Sounds right: Bellbird Hearing
As World Hearing Month shines a spotlight on ear health, one locally-owned clinic is encouraging Cantabrians to rethink their approach to hearing care. In the heart of Canterbury, Bellbird Hearing is helping locals rediscover the sounds that shape their lives. In a region where conversations connect generations, the team at Bellbird Hearing are […]
Stop teeth shifting: OrthodontiX
When teeth are always moving, even after orthodontic treatment, how do you protect your investment? Teeth still shift when braces come off. The process, called relapse, commonly occurs in the first three to six months after treatment. Teeth are at their most unstable and retention is at its most important. Daily movement between […]
Resilient bodies for Christchurch lives: Muscle People Physiotherapy
Christchurch is a city that moves. We walk the hills. We paddle, cycle, garden, renovate, rebuild, and work long hours. We juggle family life with sport and community. “Increasingly, we’re seeing the physical impact of all that movement – and sometimes lack of it,” says practice manager for Muscle People Physiotherapy, Nicholas Moore. […]
The magic window with breast cancer and lymphoedema: Hands on Clinic
For women facing breast cancer surgery, a little-known risk after treatment is lymphoedema. Thanks to early detection through new technology, there is now a powerful window of opportunity to dramatically reduce that risk before it takes hold. “I’m now getting new referrals for lymphoedema every week, most of which are due to breast […]
Pelvic restoration: iWellness
The solution for restoring the strength of your pelvic floor. I ntimate health can change over time, yet as we age it’s something many people hesitate to talk about. After childbirth, during menopause, following prostate surgery, or simply with age, the pelvic floor muscles can weaken. This may affect important aspects of sexual […]
