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Dr Chatterjee’s latest podcast looks at the link between human performance and mindset
Dr Rangan Chatterjee is a GP, TV presenter and best-selling author of The Stress Solution and The 4 Pillar Plan, who kindly contributed an article to International Therapist magazine last year about lifestyle medicine. He also produces Feel Better, Live More, the number one health podcast in the UK. In episode 73 of his podcast,…
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Quote of the week
Looking to make your therapy business more eco-friendly? We look at a few suggestions that could help to protect the planet and show your clients that you care (Article first published in International Therapist, Issue 128, Spring 2019): fht.org.uk/green-salon #OBWW19 #oneSmallSwap #OrganicSeptember #OrganicSkincare
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An NHS therapy school that works for all
The NHS Natural Health School is the first NHS-approved and owned complementary school, developed and run by NHS employees. Located in Harrogate District Hospital – part of Harrogate and District Foundation Trust – it was officially launched in May 2018 after four years of hard work by its dedicated team. The school was developed to…
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Celebrating organic beauty and wellbeing
This week is Organic Beauty & Wellbeing Week (9 – 14 September). Organised by the Soil Association, this annual campaign aims to raise awareness of certified organic beauty and wellbeing products and the importance of certification and making sustainable choices. And it’s something we’re confident FHT members will be keen to support, with 58% indicating…
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Population health – a new approach for better wellbeing
Health is not just defined by the absence of illness. It’s also about our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Access to traditional health services are of course important, but there are lots of other factors that affect our health and wellbeing. These include access to green spaces, social activities, education and employment opportunities, healthy food,…
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Quote of the week
Access to therapies is often unequal, with wealthier people far more likely to have the disposable income to pay for treatments. We are proud that many FHT members have been championing initiatives to break down financial barriers to therapies.
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FHT supports Olympia Beauty this September
FHT is delighted to sponsor the National Massage Championship again this year, held at Olympia Beauty on Sunday 29 and Monday 30 September. Olympia Beauty, Autumn’s biggest event for beauty professionals and celebrating its fifteenth year, prides itself in bringing the beauty industry together, with a continued focus on education, training and standards. Education, standards…
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Discussing pain perception at an FHT local group
During our previous meeting, we had a fascinating talk on rethinking pain by Lin Leong, a neurophysiotherapist and yoga teacher, writes Hereford group coordinator Carina Stinchcombe. Lin gave us an overview of the mechanisms active in persistent pain. As our collective understanding of pain perception develops, it seems that tissue damage, misalignment or degradation are…
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Complementary therapy gaining popularity in England
The article below was first published in International Therapist issue 129 (Summer 2019) Complementary therapy use in England has grown by 4% between 2005 and 2015, according to a national survey (sharp et al, 2018). Ipsos MORI asked 4,862 adults in England about their complementary therapy use over the past 12 months, with 766 saying…
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World Reflexology Week 2019
World Reflexology Week 2019, which runs from 23-29 September, is a wonderful opportunity to show potential clients and employers the many benefits reflexology has to offer. To help spread the word, you can: Download our free promotional leaflet/poster, to print and distribute in your area. Download our promotional image and cover/banner image for use on your social media profiles. Contact…
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Quote of the week
Bees are essential pollinators, vital for the environment, the economy and our food. Without them we wouldn’t have apples, pears, coffee or even cotton. Thanks to bees and other pollinating insects, our aromatherapist members are able to harness the therapeutic power of plants for supporting client health.
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Promoting positive body image as a therapist
Body satisfaction refers to a positive relationship a person has with their body involving both unconditional approval and respect. Research indicates, however, that many people are unhappy with their bodies, with a recent study suggesting that 60% of UK adults feel ashamed of how they look. For many therapists, the primary motivation for working in…
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