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I have evolved and grown as a massage practitioner, fitness and exercise
rehabilitation teacher and teacher of massage and complementary therapies over the last 20 years.
Through my own experience of pain and posture imbalances I have created and developed a unique approach to my practice.
Training in exercise and fitness in the 80’s/90’s I ran regular community “aerobics classes” which naturally progressed to my interest in sports and remedial massage and qualifying as a massage therapist.
My private clinical practice has been established since 1997 where I treat patients with a range of symptoms and needs. Working as part of a team of integrated practitioners and my continual interest and development as a practitioner has enabled me to develop more specialist skills working in rehabilitation exercise and remedial massage.
With my additional skills I developed my approach in teaching exercise with “awakening the senses” a community group exercise programme using sensory equipment enabling people affected by stroke to develop and regain movement and sense of touch. Bencare exercise programmes have also benefited people with disabilities, mobility problems and muscle and joint imbalances.
With my own interest and active involvement in yoga, fitness and more recently distance running my approach as a practitioner and teacher incorporates principles and techniques of all these disciplines. Mindfulness, physical awareness and breathing techniques enabling balance and re-alignment to be restored.
Bencare and Julie Benham work to a Code of Ethics is a member of the Complementary and Natural Health Council and registered with LCSP. Remedial Masseurs and Manipulative Therapists.
Training in exercise and fitness in the 80’s/90’s I ran regular community “aerobics classes” which naturally progressed to my interest in sports and remedial massage and qualifying as a massage therapist.
My private clinical practice has been established since 1997 where I treat patients with a range of symptoms and needs. Working as part of a team of integrated practitioners and my continual interest and development as a practitioner has enabled me to develop more specialist skills working in rehabilitation exercise and remedial massage.
With my additional skills I developed my approach in teaching exercise with “awakening the senses” a community group exercise programme using sensory equipment enabling people affected by stroke to develop and regain movement and sense of touch. Bencare exercise programmes have also benefited people with disabilities, mobility problems and muscle and joint imbalances.
With my own interest and active involvement in yoga, fitness and more recently distance running my approach as a practitioner and teacher incorporates principles and techniques of all these disciplines. Mindfulness, physical awareness and breathing techniques enabling balance and re-alignment to be restored.
Bencare and Julie Benham work to a Code of Ethics is a member of the Complementary and Natural Health Council and registered with LCSP. Remedial Masseurs and Manipulative Therapists.
ABOUT
JULIE BENHAM
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Julie
Benham
Bencare
www.bencare.co.uk
www.bencare.co.uk
London and Counties Society of Physiologists Register for Masseurs and Manipulative Therapists
www.lcsp.uk.com
Complementary and National Health Council Register for Complementary Therapists
www.CNHC.org.uk
The Register of Exercise Professionals
www.exerciseregister.org
Extend exercise and movement for older people and people with disabilities
www.extend.org.uk
Northern Institute of Massage
www.nim.co.uk
Purple Flame School of Aromatherapy
www.purpleflame.co.uk
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WHAT
AROMATHERAPY CAN HELP WITH
AROMATHERAPY
/ REMEDIAL MASSAGE AT THE 'BACCENTRE'
Remedial Massage is an effective treatment for a wide range of conditions
and injuries that have an effect on the function of ligaments, tendons, muscles
and joints.
Injury and overuse or poor posture can lead to imbalance in the soft tissue causing pain, tension and restriction in movement around joints. This then can have an effect on our everyday movement, activities and lifestyle.
Aromatherapy is a treatment combining massage with natural essential oils. The oils are an important part of the Aromatherapy treatment as they contain powerful therapeutic properties which help to bring about balance in the body's systems. When the body is out of balance, we feel unwell, either physically or emotionally or possibly both.
The Essential Oils are extracted from nature i.e. from herbs, plants, flowers and fruits. They have a variety of therapeutic uses and when used in Aromatherapy Massage they are utilised in the body helping to restore balance, strengthen the immune system and help to prevent future illness.
Essential Oils can have either Relaxing, Calming or Stimulating effects on the body and mind. It is the skill of the Aromatherapist in their choice of oils to create a suitable blend for treatment of a particular condition. At the end of an Aromatherapy treatment, generally you will feel more relaxed and revitalised with more energy to cope with every day life.
Injury and overuse or poor posture can lead to imbalance in the soft tissue causing pain, tension and restriction in movement around joints. This then can have an effect on our everyday movement, activities and lifestyle.
Aromatherapy is a treatment combining massage with natural essential oils. The oils are an important part of the Aromatherapy treatment as they contain powerful therapeutic properties which help to bring about balance in the body's systems. When the body is out of balance, we feel unwell, either physically or emotionally or possibly both.
The Essential Oils are extracted from nature i.e. from herbs, plants, flowers and fruits. They have a variety of therapeutic uses and when used in Aromatherapy Massage they are utilised in the body helping to restore balance, strengthen the immune system and help to prevent future illness.
Essential Oils can have either Relaxing, Calming or Stimulating effects on the body and mind. It is the skill of the Aromatherapist in their choice of oils to create a suitable blend for treatment of a particular condition. At the end of an Aromatherapy treatment, generally you will feel more relaxed and revitalised with more energy to cope with every day life.
Remedial Massage/Sports Therapy and or Aromatherapy are effective forms
of treatment for a wide range of conditions and ailments both physical and
emotional:
· Back and neck pain
· Whiplash, Headaches, Sinusitis
· Menopause, PMT
· Muscle aches, Joint pain
· Sciatica, Shoulder problems
· Arthritic pain
· Sprains and strains
· Sports injuries
· Stress related problems
· Anxiety and Insomnia
What happens at a treatment?
Your first appointment involves a consultation where details of your condition, type of injury, general health and lifestyle are discussed. Your condition or injury will then be examined and assessed.
This is done by checking the movement of a joint and assessing any restrictions, signs and symptoms that are presented. Having done this allows the practitioner to decide what techniques to use during your treatment.
Does Aromatherapy use any special techniques?
During a treatment it is usual for the therapist to combine deep tissue massage with mobilising and stretching techniques. The use of either heat pads or a combination of heat and cold may be used. Electrotherapy equipment (sound wave) may also be used during a treatment.
As an active part of your treatment it is usual for the therapist to prescribe specific rehabilitation exercises to do in between treatments.
The aim of the treatment is to promote effective recovery and aid the healing process in injuries or conditions (either sports related or caused through everyday living). Deep Massage combined with Mobilising and stretching techniques promotes improved flexibility, increased movement and reduces painful symptoms whilst aiding the natural healing process.
How many sessions will I need?
Remedial Massage usually involves a course of treatment and the patient will be advised at the beginning how many treatments are recommended and how often they should receive them. This can vary from a course of three to six sessions and be between six to twelve weeks. During the course of treatment your progress will be monitored and re-assessed.
Will I need any additional treatments?
It is common for patients receiving either Chiropractic or Osteopathic treatment to receive Remedial Massage in between to aid recovery.
However Remedial Massage and Sports therapy are also independent forms of treatment.
Your first appointment involves a consultation where details of your condition, type of injury, general health and lifestyle are discussed. Your condition or injury will then be examined and assessed.
This is done by checking the movement of a joint and assessing any restrictions, signs and symptoms that are presented. Having done this allows the practitioner to decide what techniques to use during your treatment.
Does Aromatherapy use any special techniques?
During a treatment it is usual for the therapist to combine deep tissue massage with mobilising and stretching techniques. The use of either heat pads or a combination of heat and cold may be used. Electrotherapy equipment (sound wave) may also be used during a treatment.
As an active part of your treatment it is usual for the therapist to prescribe specific rehabilitation exercises to do in between treatments.
The aim of the treatment is to promote effective recovery and aid the healing process in injuries or conditions (either sports related or caused through everyday living). Deep Massage combined with Mobilising and stretching techniques promotes improved flexibility, increased movement and reduces painful symptoms whilst aiding the natural healing process.
How many sessions will I need?
Remedial Massage usually involves a course of treatment and the patient will be advised at the beginning how many treatments are recommended and how often they should receive them. This can vary from a course of three to six sessions and be between six to twelve weeks. During the course of treatment your progress will be monitored and re-assessed.
Will I need any additional treatments?
It is common for patients receiving either Chiropractic or Osteopathic treatment to receive Remedial Massage in between to aid recovery.
However Remedial Massage and Sports therapy are also independent forms of treatment.
One hour consultation: £40