Yoga
NEW!
GENTLE
Mobility/Range of Motion Class
Tues. 4:30 p.m.
Mixed Level Classes:
Tuesday/Thursday
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Private/Semi-Private Classes Available by Appt.
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Monday & Wednesday
4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
By Appointment
In these challenging economic times, we know people can't always afford the care they need. We are happy to create this opportunity for you to receive quality acupuncture treatments at an affordable cost.
Because circumstances change, week to week, you choose what you can afford.
Note: Please wear loose clothing
Each visit thereafter:
$20-$50
To make your appointment, call today...
Alternative Therapy
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Alternative Therapy
6080 26th St. West
Bradenton, FL 34207
941-727-1500
A warm and inviting health care haven offering progressive therapy to ease pain in the body, center the mind and soothe the broken spirit through gentle and intuitive physical therapy, massage (including Bamboo-Fusion), acupuncture/oriental medicine and yoga.
Visit us online at:
myalternativetherapy.net
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Don't Miss this month's opportunity to save on an Alternative Therapy Evaluation & Treatment!
Remember Children as well as Adults benefit from an adjustment by Andrzej!
Call for your appointment today!
941-727-1500 |
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Relaxation...
Andrzej Strzalkowski, RPT |
The Element of Pain Free Living
The treatment at Alternative Therapy is based upon relaxation. Relaxation can be perceived by different people, in different ways; anything not related to work, anything that does not cause stress and participation in things that make us happy. To me, relaxation has a deeper meaning. It is like an onion, it has multiple layers. We can get relaxation superficially. For example: if you are a racing a car at 150 mph and then you stop and get out, you are instantly relaxed, compared to your condition when you were driving. A superficial layer of relaxation.
Due to the many challenges in our lives we become stressed without realizing it and continue to hold this tension in our bodies. The problems that are surrounding us are so intense that we stop paying attention when the body whispers to us. When it starts yelling at us, through pain and illnesses, we start reacting; "Whoa! What's going on? Why is this happening?" Then, we try to find and pinpoint external causes of this pain, responding; "Oh, I have fallen. I've lifted something heavy. I slept wrong"
What we don't realize is the cause of the pain and dysfunction in our body is caused by the tension that has developed over time due to all of these stressors.
So, the question is: "How do we get to the deepest layer of relaxation?" There are three steps: first is recognizing the need to relax, second is the willingness to commit to change and thirdly; we must work on controlling our thoughts and focusing on one activity.
Recognition
We have to acknowledge that we live an intense and stressful life. Realizing this is the primary factor in eliminating the stress and tensions and reaching any layer (stage) of relaxation.
Look for part II in the "Relaxation" series and contact Alternative Therapy for more information: 941-727-1500. |
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Acupuncture & Herbs
How Does Acupuncture Work?
Over 3,000 years ago the Chinese discovered that the secret to health and repairing injuries was found in the blood. Stimulating acupuncture points along the body affects blood flow into and out of the tissues.
How does this Help?
The blood circulating through your body contains natural pain killing substances called endorphins. Acupuncture increases the levels of these pain relieving substances while it improves blood flow. The increase in blood flow is healing and is effected by which particular points are stimulated.
But there's more in the blood!
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Hormones circulate in the blood, providing systemic balance
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Oxygen, which we can't live without
Infertility in women has been associated with decreased blood flow in the uterine artery, acupuncture has been shown to increase that flow. It has been shown that acupuncture increases the levels of nitrous oxide in treated regions, thereby increasing local circulation. Numerous other modern studies demonstrate what Oriental medicine has known all along, acupuncture increases blood flow and this facilitates the body's natural healing. Experience the healing benefits of acupuncture and herbal medicine with Ellen Teeter, DOM at Alternative Therapy. Call for an appointment: 941-727-1500. |
Raindrop Therapy- Essential Oils Add Healing Benefits to Massage
Nancy Enmeier-Bouffigny, LMT |
Continuing her education in effective wellness therapies, Nancy Bouffigny-Enmeier, LMT (originally of Normandy, France and a practicing therapist for Alternative Therapy) has expanded her practice to include Raindrop Therapy Technique. This remarkable procedure blends the use of naturally anti-bacterial, Grade A essential oils, "effleurage" (light rubbing to stimulate oils), finger-stroking of the spinal muscles and moist heat compresses to culminate in a healing therapeutic massage.
Raindrop Therapy Benefits
- Pain Reduction
- Improved Circulation
- Improved Immune Functions
- Prevention of Bacterial/Viral causes of Spinal Misalignment
- Relieve Stress (Increasing serotonin level 28%, dopamine 31% and decreasing the stresss hormone cortisol level by 31%)
Additionally, Raindrop Therapy Technique provides a healthy balance to the body allowing the essential oils to stimulate nerves and encourage tissue re-growth. Since its development over 20 years ago, the Raindrop Therapy Technique has brought relief to thousands who suffered chronic pain and saved many from expensive and traumatic surgical procedures.
Raindrop Therapy Massage provides the natural physical and emotional benefits of massage blended with vital health benefits and essential oils uniquely chosen for each recipient. Truly, a personalized massage everyone should experience. Schedule yours today at Alternative Therapy 941-727-1500. |
Yoga for Body & Soul
NEW: GENTLE Range & Mobility Class
Brook Longobardi, RYT |
Have you tried yoga and enjoyed the benefits, yet became overly challenged from the constant up and down positions on the mat? Try our alternative: Range & Mobility Class. Designed for students who wish to practice gentle yoga (practiced from a seated or standing position). Ideal for students with limited mobility due to arthritis, joint replacements or other concerns.
This gentle class is structured to improve mobility and range of motion for joints and muscles, reduce chronic pain, increase overall strength and relieve depression.
If you can stand, you can participate in this class and benefit from the proven therapeautic qualities of Hatha style yoga.
Join us Tuesdays at 4:30 for this moderate level class. See other class times above.
Enhance your physical, mental and
spiritual wellbeing with the gentle practice of yoga. Call Alternative Therapy at 941-727-1500 for more information. |
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Put yourself in charge of your health!
Alternative Therapy Evaluation & Treatment
Encounter this unique osteopathic physical therapy treatment which will open the path to total body and mind synchronicity. Join the hundreds of patients who have learned and maintained the balance between proper health and mental peace. Call 727-1500 to experience this intuitive healing practice. | |
Offer Expires: July 31, 2010 |
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Intentional Health