Tag: News
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MND Association needs complementary therapists
The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association is on the look-out for trained therapists to volunteer at high profile events this year. Every year, high numbers of the public raise money in support of those with MND, including at the London Marathon in April and Prudential Ride London in July. The MND Association is in need of…
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Kevin’s story: My therapist helps me…
In the second in a series of case studies, the FHT looks at how sports therapy has helped real life client Kevin. To promote the health benefits of different therapies and direct people to the FHT’s independently Accredited Register when looking for a therapist, the FHT has…
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My therapist helps me… to manage my injuries
It’s our mission to make the public more aware of our members and the FHT’s Complementary Healthcare Therapist Register, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care, a body accountable to Parliament. As such we launched the ‘My therapist helps me…” Campaign in August of last year, showcasing FHT Fellow Alison, and her longtime…
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FHT Member & Accredited Training Provider Ziggie Bergman hits front page news!
FHT Accredited Training Provider Ziggie Bergman, and her holistic therapy practice, has recently been featured in popular publications such as Tatler, The Daily Mail and The Sunday Times. Ziggie has been showcasing her talents in facial reflexology and spreading the word about her FHT accredited Zone Face Lift course. Focusing on her “Botox Detox” she…
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FHT 2017 Training Congress launched!
We’re thrilled to reveal that this year’s 2017 FHT Training Congress will be held at the Holistic Health show, 21 – 22 May, at the NEC Birmingham. Featuring 32 educational sessions of CPD training over the two day event, the Training Congress is a fantastic opportunity to network, learn the latest therapy trends, grow your business…
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Why should you try Reflexology?
Ever considered trying Reflexology? The January issue of Natural Health gives you the top reasons why you should. Reflexology can help boost your circulation, offer relief from pain, help with fertility and much more. And according to Helen Atkinson, star of the new FHT “My therapist helps me…” campaign: ‘My [reflexology] treatment not only provides…
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FHT Vice President talks about the benefits of Vitamin D
FHT Vice President Jonathan Hobbs has contributed to an article extolling the virtues of Vitamin D in helping to beat a cold. Jon writes “If you’re feeling up to it, go for a stroll. Fresh air will improve your mood and the exercise will get your circulation pumping. And you’ll boost your vitamin D. “Winter…
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FHT Vice President contributes to article on ‘no more winter colds’
FHT Vice President, Mary Dalgleish has written an article about the use of aromatherapy oils to help cure the winter cold. “Essential oils are aromatic plant extracts that can be easily added to a bath or gently inhaled, to boost the immune system and help ward off colds and flu during the colder months,” Mary…
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NICE publishes updated guidelines on low back pain
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published its updated guidelines on low back pain and sciatica. NICE guidelines make recommendations on a wide range of topics, including preventing and managing specific conditions, to promote integrated care where appropriate. We’re pleased to report that the updated guidelines still recommend manual therapies and…
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FHT Vice President contributes to Natural Health mag
FHT Vice President, Jonathan Hobbs has contributed to an article in Natural Health focusing on gut health. Jon explains: “The relationship between your gut’s microbiota (microorganisms) and immune system is crucial for maintaining good health. If this relationship breaks down, it can lead to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), which has been linked to some of…
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FHT Member launches national campaign ‘helping those in need feel pampered’
FHT Member, Accredited Training Provider and award-winning entrepreneur Jemma Cooper has launched a national campaign ‘Look Good Feel Fab’ to offer free beauty treatments to those in need to help them look good on the outside and feel fabulous on the inside. ‘Look Good Feel Fab’ is teaming up with hundreds of salons and therapists to offer support…
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Helen’s story: My therapist helps me…
To promote the health benefits of complementary therapies and direct people to the FHT’s independently Accredited Register when looking for a therapist, the FHT has launched a new campaign called ‘My therapist helps me…’, which draws on the experiences of genuine clients. To support each of the campaign’s adverts – the first of which is…
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