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Hormonal Balancing Therapy
HOW
DOES HORMONAL
BALANCING THERAPY HELP?
Hormones
are chemical substances and messengers that are involved in functions
of
growth, development of reproductive organs and general metabolic
effects. A
hormone can exert various effects in different tissues. For instance, estrogens with other hormones are involved
in reproductive processes – promoting growth of ovarian follicles,
altering the
cervical secretions to favor survival & transport of sperm and
promote
development of endometrial
lining in the event of pregnancy.
A wide
variety of hormones,
including growth hormones, thyroid hormone and the reproductive
hormones are
responsive to stressful situations. Systems
responsible for growth, reproduction
and immunity are directly
linked to the stress system and the hormonal effects of the stress
response
profoundly influence these systems.
The
Hormonal Balancing Therapy is a 90
minutes hands-on therapy, which
includes therapeutic massage and
lymphatic drainage techniques with the use of specific combination of
essential
oils to restore hormonal balance to the body. The
blend of pure essential oils is customized
to the unique needs of
the client’s hormonal status and according to their menstrual cycle.
Recommended
Sessions for the Hormonal Balancing Program:
Initial
1st
and 2nd months – weekly
sessions
Day 5, Day
12, Day 19 and Day 26 of menstrual cycle (28 days
menstrual cycle)
Thereafter,
treatments are scheduled every alternate week
Day 10 and
Day 24 of menstrual cycle (28 days menstrual
cycle)
*the above
mentioned days of menstrual cycle also varies
according to each clients.
Hormonal
Balancing Program can help
alleviate problems such as:
Irregular
Menstrual Cycle
Menstrual
Cramps
Premenstrual
Syndrome
Menopause
Female
Infertility
Irregular Menstrual Cycle
The
average menstrual cycle lasts 28 days but may occur as often as every
24 days
or 35 days. Menstrual bleeding normally
lasts between 2 and 7 days. Variations
in the length of the menstrual cycle are usually the result of hormonal
imbalance. Hormonal Imbalance may be the
result of stress, depression, chronic illness, excessive exercise or
anorexia
nervosa. Irregular menstruation may also
be a symptom of polycystic ovary syndrome (imbalance of sex hormones)
or
endometriosis.
Hormonal
Balancing Therapy is useful to restore the hormonal balance and bring
back
regular menstrual cycle in about 3 months. (It
varies individual cases.)
Menstrual
Cramps
Menstrual
cramps may be caused by a chemical substance called prostaglandin,
Prostaglandin promotes the contraction of the uterus pushing the uterus
lining
out during menstruation. When
prostaglandin levels are too high, the contractions of the uterus
become
excessive and hence menstrual cramps. Menstrual
cramps may also result from a narrow
cervical canal, poor
blood circulation in the pelvic region and heavy blood flow during
menstruation.
Hormonal
Balancing Therapy is a useful therapy to alleviate the menstrual cramps
caused
by poor blood circulation, heavy blood flow and excessive contraction
of the
uterus. The usage of Petitgrain,
Lavender & Clary Sage essential oils which have analgesics
properties can
ease he contraction of uterus and alleviate menstrual pain. Orange & Cypress in a hot
bath
before the onset of menstruation can promote better blood circulation
in the
pelvic region. Stretching & Yoga can
aid in improving blood circulation.
Premenstrual
Syndrome
The
premenstrual syndrome is characterized by physical &
psychological symptoms occurring from 3 to 14 days before menstruation. The symptoms of PMS include painful
&
swollen breasts, bloating, abdominal pain, headaches and backache. There may be depression, anxiety,
irritability and behavioral changes.
PMS
is linked with endocrine imbalance such as estrogen excess and
alteration in
the estrogen-progesterone ratio. Estrogens
stimulate anxiety and nervous tension while increased progesterone
levels may produce depression. Other
hypotheses suggest increased aldosterone may
contribute to headache, bloating,
breast tenderness, weight gain
while pyrodoxine (Vit
B6) deficiency may lead to estrogen excess or decreased production of
dopamine
& serotonin. Decreased prostaglandin
E1 levels can lead to abnormal sensitivity to prolactin which affects
sodium
& water retention.
Management
of PMS is
directed towards relief of pain, and an integrated program on regular
exercise,
avoidance of caffeine, a diet low in simple sugars and high in lean
proteins,
vitamin or mineral supplements (pyrixodine, Vit E & magnesium) and
evening
primrose oil (contain linoleic acid, a precursor or prostaglandin E1).
Hormonal
Balancing
Therapy, using right combination of essential oils and a relaxation
technique
is helpful in alleviating the physical and psychological symptoms of
PMS.
Menopause
Menopause
occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 and is characterized by menstrual
irregularity, cessation of the menstrual cycle and other menopausal
symptoms.
Menopause results from the gradual cessation of ovarian function and
diminished
levels of estrogen & progesterone. A
woman’s ovaries stop responding to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
and
produce less of the sex hormones estrogen and progesterone.
This
permanent drop in hormone levels brings an end to ovulation and
menstruation. The hormone changes
produce physical symptoms such as “hot flashes, palpitations, mood
swings,
dizziness and headaches as the blood vessels dilate.
Insomnia or frequent awakening because of
“night sweats” (hot flashes and significant perspirations at night)
lead to
sleep deprivation and a woman may experience irritability, anxiety and
depression as a result of these uncontrollable and unpredictable
events.
The
decline in estrogen levels also causes drying & wrinkling of the
skin,
vaginal dryness & discomfort during sexual intercourse due to
thinning of
the lining of the vagina and urinary tract infection due to thinning of
the
lining of the urethra. Osteoporosis can
also occur because of the long-term estrogen deprivation.
Today’s
society tends to emphasize youthfulness, fitness and
vigor. Most of women may feel frustrated
or depressed by the above mentioned problems. We women deserve to
maintain our
beauty and youth as long as possible.
Hormonal
Balancing Therapy is helpful to boost the declining
estrogen/progesterone levels to ease the above mentioned problems. The
therapy
also makes women feel young and beautiful, since it focuses on internal
cleansing which bring external youth and beauty as well.
Female Infertility
Infertility
is the inability to conceive a child after 1
year of unprotected intercourse. Many
factors contribute to infertility.
The
increase in environment & workplace pollutions &
toxins, radiation, alcohol and smoking may affect the production of
sperms. Women are at risk from hormonal
factors as well as conditions like endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory
disease,
gonorrhea, polycystic ovarian syndrome which cause difficulty in
conceiving.
Ovulation
is controlled by a complex interaction of hormones produced by the
hypothalamus, pituitary and thyroid glands. In
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome an excess of LH
and testosterone hormone
prevents ovulation and reduce fertility while Hypothyroidism may cause
a
hormonal imbalance that affect the frequency of ovulation.
Pelvic
Inflammatory Disease and Endometriosis may damaged
the fallopian tubes and prevent the passage of an egg from the ovary to
the
uterus thus resulting in difficulty in conceiving.
In some women the mucus produced naturally by
the cervix contains antibodies that destroy the partner’s sperm before
they
reach the egg.
Gonorrhea
may damage the lining of the uterus making
implantation of a fertilized egg not possible. Hormonal
problems may also result in the
uterine lining not be
adequately prepared for successful implantation.
Other than
the cause being structural, essentials oils can
help with conditions like endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome,
pelvic
inflammatory disease, chlamydia and adjusting the hormones and reducing
stress. Pure essential oils such as
Clary Sage, Fennel, Cypress
can help boost estrogen levels. Estrogens
are important to promote healthy
eggs. When a woman gets older, her
estrogen levels
drops and some extra help become necessary. Progesterone
is important to thicken the walls
of the uterus for fetus
implantation.
The use of
specific pure essential oils with its highly
concentrated and bio-chemical properties can aid in regulating women’s
fertility cycles. With a regular menstrual
cycle & restored hormonal balance, and a stress relieving &
relax body
and mind, a woman’s chance of having children improves.
Anti-Ageing Therapy
HOW DOES
ANTI-AGEING
THERAPY HELP?
Anti-Ageing
Therapy focuses on internal cleansing of the body and regenerate the
cells by
using Lymph Drainage techniques. It also combines with the art of
essential
oils to restore hormonal balance that is essential to maintain our
youth and
beauty.
The
proper functioning of the lymphatic system is critical to our body’s
ability to
detoxify & regenerate tissues, filter toxins & foreign
substances,
recover crucial substances that have escaped from the blood and
maintain a
healthy immune system.
Lymph
vessels rely upon hundred of tiny muscular units contracting throughout
the
body to propel the lymph. These contractions enable the lymph vessels
to
transport numerous substances to the lymph nodes, which can then
process
them. The action of these muscular units
can be hindered or stopped due to fatigue, stress, lack of physical
activity,
emotional shock, cold temperatures infections, age, chemical or food
additives. When the lymph circulation
stagnates fluids, protein, cells and toxin accumulate and cellular
functioning
is significantly compromised. This opens
the way to many physical ailments and may hasten the aging process.
At Healing
Gardens,
we use Lymphatic
Drainage Therapy developed by French physician, Bruno Chikly. It is a
gentle hands-on technique designed to
activate and cleanses the human fluid system. The
LDT process involves the use of subtle
manual maneuvers to aid in
the recirculation of the lymphatic flow; the pressure applied is
generally
around 5 grams.
In
essence, Lymph Drainage Therapy works to activate fluid circulation and
stimulate the functioning of the immune system and parasympathetic
nervous
system. Lymph Drainage Therapy can assist in the
Detoxification
of the body
Deep
relaxation to aid insomnia, loss of vitality
Alleviate
pregnancy related swollen legs & edemas
Improve
the conditions of muscles before and after a sport event by draining
lactic
acid & other wastes
Alleviate
breast pain & swollen breast related to menstrual cycle,
engorgement, sore
nipples related to pregnancy & breast feeding
Subacute
or chronic bruises
Muscle
spasms, cramps or pain
Relief
of chronic and subacute inflammation e.g. sinusitis, bronchitis,
allergies
Improvement
of venous conditions
Pre
Surgical - prepares tissue for surgery as surgeons find it easier to
make an
incision through clean, well-drained tissue
Post
Surgical – alleviates post surgical edema & spasms, improve skin
regeneration & wound healing and reduce formation & severity of
scars,
stimulate immune system and helps prevent post surgical infections
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