Category: News
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Sally Kay awarded International Research Award
FHT Expert Adviser and 2012 Excellence in Practice Award winner Sally Kay, was a guest speaker at the International Council for Reflexologists (ICR) Silver Jubilee conference in Sheffield. The event was attended by more than 150 delegates from 20 different countries. Sally gave a presentation about Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD) – from the early stages of developing this treatment, through to the methodology and findings of the most recent, up-to-date…
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Doing the dots by Jane Johnson
FHT accredited training provider Jane Johnson writes about posture… “You coming over to see the New Year in?” asked my sister, crunching what I imagined was a handful of salted pretzels in the shape of small Christmas trees. “Yes if I can do your posture.” “What’s that?” “You know, where you stand in your underwear and…
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FHT accredited training provider launches meditative CD
FHT accredited training provider, Key Workshops, has launched ‘The key to your own melody’ – a meditative CD for just £10 or FREE when you sign up to the FHT accredited 5-Key Workshops Programme. Complementing the 5 Key Workshops Programme and used throughout the 5 workshops, this inspirational CD features meditations, reflections and songs. The meditations…
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Glyndŵr University staff and students raise £587 for hospice
Acupuncture and complementary therapy students at Glyndŵr University raised more than £587 for Nightingale House Hospice. An open week at the Wrexham institution’s on-site clinic saw staff and students carry out treatments in exchange for minimum £10 donations towards the hospice. Over three days, people dropped in for acupuncture, facial acupuncture, back massage, aromatherapy back and neck massage and reflexology. Treatments were delivered by students…
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Therapy speakers, workshops and events, near you…
Our local groups are a valuable hub for all those with a passion for therapies. Come along to hear from speakers on various topics within the fields of complementary, beauty and sports therapy. Visit www.fht.org.uk/lsgs to see what’s on!
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FHT Member News – February issue
The February issue of FHT News is on its way to members. In our monthly e-newsletter, we update you about your membership and what’s happening in the therapy world. This month, updates include: NICE Guideline update Have your say in our 2016 FHT Member Survey Promote your therapy practice this Valentine’s Day Free webinar for the…
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Breast cancer patients benefit from reflexology study using technique developed by Sally Kay
A new study conducted by researchers at Cardiff Metropolitan University has found that reflexology reduces arm swelling in women with breast-cancer related lymphoedema. This study was conducted after FHT accredited training provider, Sally Kay FFHT, developed the reflexology lymphatic drainage technique as part of her final year dissertation at the university. Sally won the 2012…
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NICE Guideline update – Professional Standards Authority letter to NICE
The Professional Standards Authority, which has independently accredited the FHT’s Complementary Healthcare Therapist Register, has written to NICE regarding the Supportive and Palliative Care in Adults guideline currently under consultation. The Authority suggests in its letter that “the guidelines proposed should include advice that providers ensure that wherever possible, professionals delivering care are registered with…
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NICE Guideline update
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is currently reviewing its guideline on supportive and palliative care in adults. As part of this process, it produced a ‘Draft scope consultation’, in which it proposed to remove the section on complementary therapy services. As a registered stakeholder, the FHT responded to NICE to outline…
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Check your loved ones moles this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and the British Skin Foundation is urging the public to check their loved ones moles! Whether it’s your boyfriend, girlfriend, spouse, friend or family – take the time to check for changes in moles. Things to look for include: Moles that are growing or changing shape Moles that are developing…
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Mandarin Oriental spa celebrates Chinese New Year
Mandarin Oriental spa is ringing in Chinese New Year on 7 February, with the Fire Monkey Spa Experience. Year of the Fire Monkey is said to be “one of change, requiring strength and agility in order to succeed”. “It begins with a relaxing foot ritual with rose oil, followed by a full body exfoliation incorporating…
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