Within this Conditions & Treatments category we have provided you with information relating to various medical conditions and how they may be treated. The information provided does not take the place of a diagnosis from a medical professional.
If you are feeling unwell please refer to your NHS GP or Private GP for help. We are not trained medical professionals and cannot advise anyone on specific medical conditions & treatments pathways.
Articles about conditions such as gout or meningitis can be found here along with specific medical open events at local private hospital facilities. Events like this are free to attend and really informative. They provide the public with accurate medical information from Specialists and Consultants who work in the NHS and private sectors.
Acupressure is one of the better known Complimentary medicines and it treats the body as an energy system. By identifying and releasing blocked or congested energy centres known as acupoints, acupressure works to relieve individual symptoms.
An ultrasound is a type of scan that uses high frequency sound waves to produce an image of an organ in the body. Ultrasound is very high frequency sound that humans cannot hear, but can be detected using a machine called an ultrasound scanner.
Many people do not realise the extent to which the anaesthetist is involved with hospital procedures. On this basis we have therefore provided this brief guide for you. This information tells you what an anaesthetist is and what their role in your surgery may be.
The letters MRI stand for (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and this diagnostic test is a type of scan which uses magnets and radio waves to produce detailed pictures of the inside the body. These images can help medical professionals diagnose and monitor many different medical conditions. What parts of the body is an MRI scan suitable for? They can be used to examine most parts of the body including: – brain and spinal cord – bones and joints – breasts heart and blood vessels – internal organs, such as the liver, womb or prostate gland What should I expect when having…
You will have cover for diagnostic testing if you have a Health Insurance policy in the UK. However, if you have chosen a reduced out-patient cover policy, there may be an annual monetary limit applicable. Importantly, you should pre-authorise your treatment before having it done to ensure it is eligible for cover.
When it comes to food and drink allergies, you could exclude the foods/drinks which you believe are causing the allergy. Although this doesn’t seem difficult to do, you could avoid foods based on incomplete information about potential food and therefore it is always worth seeking professional advice.
There are a number of complementary therapies available. Here we look at the Bowen and Alexander techniques in more detail. You may not have ever heard about them so this information should provide a brief overview for you. The Bowen Technique The Bowen Association was set up in November 1997 and is the European arm of the Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia. They provide BowTech accreditation’s which are a recognised qualification for complementary therapists . If you have a cash plan you may be able to claim your cash back for this complementary therapy . How does Bowen Work? A…
As shiatsu is a holistic and natural therapy it can benefit most people. Many use it to help relieve everyday stresses, aid sleep and promote relaxation. Shiatsu also supports patients whilst receiving treatment for a range of health issues and to help them maintain their general wellbeing. Even if you are fit and healthy, the therapy can promote overall well-being.
As an example, you could visit a nutritional therapist for help in relation to the treatment of acne because there may be a nutritional deficiency. Just as your acne maybe due to hormone imbalance, your diet may also help you to control the symptoms. For this reason, you may find your consultation especially helpful.
Homeopathy is used by people of any age for physical and emotional reasons. It can also help where other forms of medicine find the symptoms too vague to treat, but you feel something isn’t right.