Archive for the 'Healthy Lifestyle Choices' Category
5 Surprising Health Benefits of Qi Gong
Qi gong is a system of energetic and meditative practices that originated in Ancient China, however it’s efficiency in repairing and improving the body are still as effective today. The simple movements of Qigong help balance the flow of Qi (life force energy) so that physical, energetic and spiritual vitality can be restored and maintained. […]
Acupuncture for Adult Acne
Acne, unfortunately, doesn’t just affect teenagers. Adult Acne can appear when you are in your 20’s, 30’s or even 40’s. Because the causes of acne can be affected not only by hormonal changes in the body but also by your stress levels, your diet and lifestyle choices. So while you may have escaped with the […]
Naturopathy
Naturopathy at The elbowroom Naturopathy is for people who are ready to take control of their wellbeing and are willing to do the work to make changes that will benefit their health now and into the future. It’s a medicine of empowerment and of self-healing. Working with plant medicine, nutrition, sleep hygiene, lifestyle medicine, […]
Q&A with Naturopath Siobhán Carroll
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself? My name is Siobhán. I love potatoes, like a good Irishwoman, and avocados, like a good vegan. I love plants and can often be found hugging trees. My favourite herb is Calendula, so much so that my friends from my Naturopathy school and my Herbal Medicine Internship […]
5 Medication-Free Strategies to Help Prevent Heart Disease
Here are 5 ways you can help protect your heart. The Irish heart foundation report that it is Ireland’s no 1 killer. See here for statistics. We all know diet and exercise are primary factors for your well-but here are some motivating tips for you. 1. Don’t smoke or use tobacco Smoking or using tobacco […]
A Special Invite
The elbowroom team is delighted to invite you to the opening of our exciting new venture Yin & Tonic this Friday evening (12th January) at 7pm. Relax and chill in our inviting community space and sample our new menu designed to boost your health and wellbeing. Our Specialities include a selection of healthy supercharged kava, superfood […]
Rolfing: Easing Scar Tissue Discomfort Through Massage
A few words from our resident Rolfing therapist, Caitriona Foley In my time as a Rolfer, I have seen many clients who have had their appendix removed. This often occurs in childhood or during their teenage years. This obviously is a very necessary operation and is often life-saving. But sometimes there can be unexpected side […]
5 Myths & Misconceptions About Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is a very common condition, with 80% of adults experiencing it at some point in their lives. However, despite the high prevalence, low back pain is rarely serious and much can be done by patients to self-manage the condition. Pilates or physical therapy is a great way to help and prevent back issues. […]
Caught a winter cold? 6 tips to help beat it
Our resident Acupuncturists Gregg Hartnett & Sam Taylor have 6 great tips to help beat those winter coughs and colds. ‘Many of our clients are turning up with colds and flu in the last week. Some of them have an existing medical condition and because of this, it’s even more important to shift these irritating infections quicker. And let’s be honest, none of […]
Don’t Let Your Back Pain Define You!
Many of us have experienced back pain at some stage in our lives. Varying diagnoses can be given to people and often we have difficulty seeing any improvements. Your back is an incredibly complex structure, an evolutionary masterpiece comprised of bone, muscle, ligaments, fascia, nerves, and disks. Studies suggest that 80% of our population will […]