“The greatest gift is a portion of thyself” Ralph Waldo Emerson At this time of year when hearing the word resolution can feel overwhelming, I hope you’ll forgive me for bringing up legacy, another word with mighty connotations it seems. Often bringing to mind visions of lofty accomplishments, philanthropic gifts, […]
Health
Even though we are in the middle of rain, sleet, snow and ice, it will not be long before gardening starts in earnest, so January is the perfect time to start planning your herb garden. The first decision is to decide if you want one dedicated to culinary herbs or […]
The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down the leg to the foot. Sciatica a condition where the sciatic nerve becomes irritated, compressed, or inflamed. It is characterised by pain that radiates along part or the length of the sciatic nerve. One might assume […]
Opening Helios Clinic in Clonakilty has marked a significant milestone in the professional journey of Orla Gallagher, who brings over two decades of experience as a registered general nurse. Orla worked in Intensive Care in Dublin before returning to Clonakilty to work at Bushmount and Fairfield Nursing Homes. After recognising […]
TMS is know as Tension Myocitis Syndrome or Mindbody syndrome, a term first coined by Dr John Sarno, a medical doctor practicing in America in the 1970s, who pioneered work in the field of psychogenic pain or, as its come to be known, mind-body pain. His method to help cure […]
Women face diverse health challenges during their reproductive years, from menstrual irregularities to fertility struggles, pregnancy-related issues, and postpartum recovery. Acupuncture and Chinese herbalism are the cornerstones of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and have been treating gynaecological issues successfully for thousands of years. TCM takes a holistic approach to understanding […]