Our Services
The Signol Centre provides a range of services. Click on each service to find out more information about what they are, and how they can help you.
Physiotherapy
What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is defined as: 'a health profession concerned with human function and movement and maximising potential; it uses physical approaches to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well-being, taking account of variations in health status.'
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
The benefits of immediate advice and treatment of a wide range of problems such as sports injuries, low back pain and post-operative conditions is well known.
We use a combination of hands-on therapy, electrotherapy and exercises to get you back in top form.
So whatever your problem, let us help you help yourself.
Acupuncture & Moxibustion
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has an extraordinary ability to change people’s lives and its effectiveness is the reason for its increasing popularity and acceptance by orthodox health practitioners. A survey recently in the Times described acupuncture as one of the best researched and most effective of the complementary medicines.
It is not painful to have done. Acupuncture is often used in combination with other physiotherapy techniques, such as massage or joint mobilisations. All needles are sterile and single use only.
Acupuncture as practised at the Signol Centre and by members of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC), is an holistic approach to health, based on over 2,000 years of development and refinement in the Far East. The tradition is as much about the maintenance of health as the management of disease.
Although sometimes described merely as a means of pain relief, traditional acupuncture is actually used to treat people with a wide range of illnesses. Its focus is on improving the overall wellbeing of the patient, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms. The skill of an acupuncturist lies in their ability to make a traditional diagnosis from what is often a complex pattern of disharmony. The exact pattern and degree of disharmony is unique to each individual and so following diagnosis, the acupuncturist puts together a personalised treatment plan.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a procedure whereby moxa, a dried herb, is used on specific acupuncture points. At our clinic, the herb is lit and placed on the end of the acupuncture needle. As it smoulders slowly, heat and vibration permeates into the body and affects the flow of energy and blood in the area being treated.
The choice of when, where and which form of moxibustion to use is a matter of clinical judgement for the properly trained practitioner as care is needed to ensure that the burning moxa does not make direct contact with the skin.
Moxibustion produces a smoke while being applied. If you have any concerns with this type of therapy, please speak to one of the therapists prior to your treatment.
Here is a list of diseases, symptoms or conditions that has been compiled by the World Health Organisation for which TCM acupuncture and moxibustion therapy has been tested in controlled clinical trials and has been proved to be an effective treatment:
- Reactions to radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy
- Depression
- Allergic rhinitis (including hay fever)
- Dysentery, acute bacillary
- Dysmenorrhoea, primary
- Epigastralgia, acute
- Facial pain
- Headache
- Hypertension, essential
- Hypotension, primary
- Induction of labour
- Knee pain
- Leukopenia
- Abdominal pain
- Acne vulgaris
- Alcohol dependence and detoxification
- Bell's palsy
- Bronchial asthma
- Cancer pain
- Cardiac neurosis
- Cholecystitis, chronic, with acute exacerbation
- Competition stress syndrome
- Craniocerebral injury, closed
- Diabetes mellitus, non-insulin-dependent
- Earache
- Epistaxis
- Female infertility
- Facial spasm
- Female urethral syndrome
- Fibromyalgia and fasciitis
- Gouty arthritis
- Herpes zoster
- Hyperlipaemia
- Hypo-ovarianism
- Insomnia
- Labour pain
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- Low back pain
- Malposition of fetus, correction of
- Morning sickness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Neck pain
- Pain in dentistry
- Periarthritis of shoulder (frozen
- shoulder)
- Postoperative pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Sciatica
- Sprain
- Stroke
- Tennis elbow
- Male sexual dysfunction, non-organic
- Ménières disease
- Neuralgia, post-herpetic
- Neurodermatitis
- Obesity
- Opium, cocaine and heroin dependence
- Osteoarthritis
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Postoperative convalescence
- Premenstrual syndrome
- Prostatitis
- Pruritus
- Raynaud syndrome, primary
- Recurrent lower urinary-tract infection
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- Sore throat (including tonsillitis)
- Spine pain, acute
- Stiff neck
- Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
- Tietze syndrome
- Tobacco dependence
- Tourette syndrome
- Ulcerative colitis
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Auricular Acupuncture
Ear acupuncture is a unique complimentary therapy that originated in China 3000 years ago. Over the years ear acupuncture has always been a popular method of treatment in China, however, much research and development has been carried out in Europe over the past 50 years. Therefore, it is now considered effective by both Chinese and Western Medicine.
Ear acupuncture is a very effective holistic method of treatment for most chronic complaints. This sophisticated mechanism aids the body’s natural healing process in many ways.
Conditions it can help alleviate
Migraine, arthritis, eczema, asthma, hay fever, stress, alcohol/drug/nicotine withdrawal, headaches, anxiety, obesity, IBS, joint pain, muscle pain, insomnia, menopause, liver disease, sciatica, eating disorders, depression, PMS, infertility, frozen shoulder, sinusitis, hypotension, indigestion.
Signol Centre Body Health Check
What is the Signol Centre Body Health Check?
Staff at the Signol Centre have over fifteen years’ experience of using the latest bioenergetic equipment, which provides a non-invasive testing method by performing a multitude of tests in a short space of time. The Signol Centre Body Health Check simplifies diagnosis and optimises therapy. This test helps ascertain the most compatible and effective treatment or prescription for each individual patient.
Why have a Signol Centre Body Health Check?
Allergy testing for food and airborne sensitivities is done using the latest bioenergetic technology to measure the body's reaction to food, airborne and chemical substances, as most ailments and everyday symptoms can be caused through sensitivities in the body.
Once the offending items are identified advice on the appropriate treatment and exclusion of the sensitivities is tailored to the individual to help restore health and balance to its maximum potential and avoid recurrence of the symptoms.
It can help with many ailments from Irritable Bowel Syndrome/Constipation/Diahorrea/
digestive problems/weight issues/fatigue/depression/Eczema/Asthma/headaches/ME/ hyperactivity/Arthritis and many more ailments which may be caused by these sensitivities.
The Signol Centre Body Health Check includes an evaluation of the following:
- Acid/alkali balance
- Lymph stress
- Bacterial and viral infections
- Vitamin/mineral trace element deficiencies
- Mercury intox test
- Energetic health of organs
- Microbial plane – fungi, parasites, worms, bacteria, viruses, yeasts, moulds, Candida
- Allergy indicators - allergies and environmental sensitivities
- Food sensitivities
- Chakra and psychological stresses
- Immune deficiency
- Therapy check – advice on which therapies are most effective
Many patients come to us because they have lost faith with Western Medicine testing and have had little or no success in diagnosing and treating their symptoms.
Using the Signol Centre Body Health Check, we have identified the root cause of health concerns for countless patients who have experienced symptoms such as extreme fatigue, joint pains, unexplained weight gain and feeling generally unwell and advised an appropriate treatment strategy to help them to regain their health.
How is the Signol Centre Body Health Check carried out?
The test takes approximately 45 minutes and is performed using a probe against the finger or relevant points on the body. We are only assessing energy, and this is done by passing a small frequency from the finger of one hand to the brass held in the opposite hand (no sensation is felt). From the information we gain we make recommendations using holistic methods such as detoxification, dietary advice, homeopathic remedies, acupuncture, nutritional supplements and lifestyle changes.
After the test has been satisfactorily completed, the patient receives a printed report and explanation of their test results. Appropriate treatment strategies will be discussed and advice given, however, at the Signol Centre, we leave it up to the patient to decide whether they wish to purchase any additional supplements or book any treatment sessions.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a complementary therapy widely accepted in the UK and recognised by the NHS, many GP’s and hospices. By applying pressure to the reflex points on the hands and/or feet, the blood circulation is improved, the body relaxes and organs and glands become balanced. Doctors agree that over 75% of our health problems can be linked to nervous stress and tension. Reflexology is fantastic for relaxing and clearing these blockages.
Reflexology is not a beauty therapy or a foot massage; it is a clinical treatment with proven results. It is totally safe for people of all ages, from babies to the elderly, for pregnant women and those undergoing chemotherapy.
A typical foot reflexology treatment lasts 45-50 minutes and it is generally recommended that a course of 4-6 weekly treatments is considered, however the frequency of treatments is up to you, and may vary depending on your state of health and long term objectives.
Massage
Massage at the Signol Centre can be used for relaxation or sports/injury specific.
Massage therapy helps you relax, re-align and rejuvenate. There are many positive aspects to receiving massage therapy on an ongoing basis, and with the busy lives we lead, we can all benefit from a little stress-management. The experienced, professional therapists at the Signol Centre provide exceptional care and will design an effective customized massage treatment to address your individual needs.
Blackmores Mineral Therapy
At the Signol Centre, we only use the highest quality professional grade minerals and vitamin supplements, that is why we choose Blackmores.
Why use mineral supplements?
With a few exceptions, the body cannot synthesise vitamins; they must be supplied in the diet or in dietary supplements. To maintain health it is essential that we receive nutrients at an adequate level. Taking vitamins and minerals to supplement the diet is necessary as insufficient soil nutrient levels, poor digestion, age, stress and cooking/storage all deplete the nutrients from our food.
Blackmores' products are developed by experts, using a combination of scientific evidence and hundreds of years of traditional knowledge. Our staff have over fifteen years’ experience and are Blackmores certified practitioners.
Hopi Ear Candle Therapy
What are Hopi Ear Candles?
Thermal Auricular Therapy (also known as Hopi Ear Candles) is a pleasant and non-invasive treatment of the ears, used to treat a variety of conditions.
How do Hopi Ear Candles work?
The candles are made from natural ingredients. The candles work on a chimney principle, drawing any impurities to the surface where they can be gently removed. They equalise the pressure in the head and ears, making them suitable for most conditions. Secretion flow is gently stimulated and the vapour collects and removes impurities or deposits. Most of these are carried away through the candle "chimney", although some of them can be found in the condensed candle wax residue after removal from the ear, or could even work their way up to the surface 24-48 hours after.
What are Hopi Ear Candles used for?
Though results may vary, some of our patients have reported Hopi Candles to be helpful with:
- Excessive or compacted wax in the ears
- Irritation in ears and sinuses
- Pressure regulation in cases of : sinusitis/rhinitis/glue ear/colds/flu/headaches/migraine
- Energetic revitalisation in cases of hearing impairment
- Relaxing and calming effect in cases of stress
- Noises in the ears, ringing, tinnitus
Whatever your problem, please contact us for a free, no obligation, consultation
on 0161 430 3697, or email:
info@signolcentre.co.uk.
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Get in Touch
We are always happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us on 0161 430 3697, or email:
info@signolcentre.co.uk
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