Gloucester Natural Therapies Clinic

By treating the structural and mechanical problems of the body using gentle soft tissue techniques and manipulation, pain can be relieved, the risk of wear and tear reduced and general health restored. NST can address conditions caused by injury, sporting activities and long-term postural or occupational stress, as well as emotional/psychological trauma.

What is NST

NST is an established, recognised system of treatment, very similar to Osteopathy, in that it lays its main emphasis on the structural integrity of the body. It is distinctive in the fact that it recognises much of the pain and disability we suffer stems from abnormalities in the function of the body structure as well as damage caused to it by disease. NST’s main strength, however, lies in the unique way the patient is assessed from a mechanical, functional and postural standpoint and the manual methods of treatment applied to suit the needs of the individual patient.

What about treatment?

NST practitioners use their hands both to investigate the underlying causes of pain and to carry out treatment using a variety of manipulative techniques. These include gentle muscle and connective tissue releases, stretches, rhythmic joint movements or high velocity thrust techniques to improve the structural integrity of the joints and structure as a whole.

What does our NST practitioner treat?

Half suffer back trouble

Most back pains result from mechanical disturbances of the spine-postural strains, joint derangement's and spinal disc injuries. NST, with its comprehensive approach to healthcare, is a particularly successful approach to treatment.

Over half are women

Many women are working mothers and combining both aspects of their lives can give rise to problems from the perennial headache to debilitating musculo-skeletal disorders. Many headaches originate from stiffness and tension in the neck and NST treatment can often bring relief. Pregnancy can put a strain on the whole spine and NST treatment can help the body adapt to the many changes it experiences.

A quarter are in their forties

Many patients are losing fitness at this stage in their lives and are more prone to injury. NST consider the whole person, examining posture and the strength and flexibility of muscles, ligaments and tendons. Treatment is designed to alleviate current problems and to help prevent recurrences.

Many are elderly

Pain-killers are not the only solution for the aches and pains associated with ageing. For more permanent relief it is necessary to eliminate the underlying causes of pain, a job for which the NST practitioner is specifically trained.

Many problems relate to work

Work, whether at a computer terminal or in heavy industry, can give rise to disorders of muscles, tendons and joints, particularly in the back, neck, hands and arms. Practitioners treat many conditions related to the workplace and can give remedial advice and preventative exercise.

Visiting

When you visit for the first time a full health history will be taken and you will be given a postural examination.

During treatment the NST practitioner will then use a highly developed sense of touch, called palpation, to identify any points of weakness or excessive strain throughout the body.

It is very helpful to have additional information such as x-ray or MRI scans, information on current medical diagnosis and details of any medication you are taking. This will allow a full diagnosis and suitable treatment plan to be developed with you.

Jen Walker has completed over 13years in professional practice. She has three main trainings in bio-energetic medicine; Healing (Reiki & Tibetan) , Shiatsu Massage, and Bowen Technique (neurostructural integration). Jen enjoys a broad spectrum of practice and has specific knowledge and experience in the treatment of musculoskeletal and soft tissue trauma, and stress related injuries and illness. Email Jen Walker

Neurostructural Integration	Duration	Adults	Child 13-16yrs	Child 0-12yrs
First Appointment	60mins	£55	£45	£35
Follow-Ups	45mins	£40	£35	£25

Prices correct at time of publishing April 2007

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