Omnia Pain Relief & Management

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) based on the principle that pain and illness are due to an imbalance of Qi, which is the natural vital force that flows through the body. The technique involves inserting ultra-fine needles into the skin to stimulate specific points called acupressure points to balance the flow of Qi through the body’s meridians. An analgesic effect results which increases the body’s release of natural painkillers such as serotonin and endorphins. Acupuncture also initiates a process called purinergic signaling, a system using ATP and purine for signaling and regulation of all tissues and organs.

Photobiomodulation

Photobiomodulation (aka Low-Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) or Red-Light Therapy) is the use of monochromatic light emission from a low-intensity laser diode (250 milliwatts or less) or an array of high-intensity Super Luminous Diodes (providing optical power in the 1000-2000 milliwatt range) to treat musculoskeletal injuries, chronic and degenerative conditions and to heal wounds.

Photobiomodulation is used to increase the speed, quality, and tensile strength of tissue repair; resolve inflammation, and relieve pain (analgesia).

Photobiomodulation for the Treatment of Oral Mucositis

Oral mucositis (OM) is a common side effect of chemotherapy or radiotherapy used for treating head and neck cancer or before bone marrow transplantation. Symptoms usually start 5 to 10 days after chemotherapy or 14 days after radiotherapy and include dryness, halitosis, pain, inflammation and oral mucosa ulceration. Chemotherapy-associated OM can resolve within a few days after completion of chemotherapy, but radiotherapy-associated OM can last for weeks. OM can affect nutritional status (which may need enteral or parental nutrition) and quality of life and can increase hospital stay. It can also require interruptions or dose reductions in chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatment.

According to  NICE guidelines¸PBM can be safely used to address Oral Mucositis.

PBM or red-light therapy aims to treat or prevent OM by promoting healing, reducing inflammation, and increasing cell metabolism. The procedure typically takes 20 to 30 minutes and is delivered 2 to 5 times a week for the duration of the oncology treatment. The procedure may be started before treatment with chemotherapy or radiotherapy begins, with the intention of preventing OM.

Osteopathy

Osteopathy focuses on the musculoskeletal-skeletal system (the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue) and the way in which this inter-relates with the body as a whole. It combines scientific knowledge of anatomy and physiology and clinical methods of investigation.

It may not be as well-known as some other forms of healthcare, but osteopathy has an important role to play in helping people to manage their health and wellbeing.  It is one of 14 Allied Health Professions recognized by the NHS in England and offers a flexible and rewarding career for those interested in supporting the health of others.

What is Cranial Osteopathy: Cranial osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the body, including the head. It is extremely effective in treating a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age.

Body Ballancer  ( Lymphatic Drainage )

Body Ballancer® is a versatile, relaxing and invigorating compression therapy system adapted from the proven principles of manual lymphatic drainage massage.

The Body Ballancer® uses patented inflating compression garments to apply a gentle or firm massage. Each garment contains 24 individual air chambers that overlap to apply fluent compression strokes that target every inch of the treated area. The

Body Ballancer® action accelerates the removal of toxins and excess fluid via the lymphatic system, reducing the appearance of cellulite, improving skin tone and reducing volume in areas affected by excess fluid retention whilst its gentle rhythmic actions promote relaxation and stress relief.

Ayurveda

Ayurveda translates as the science or knowledge of life. Ayurveda originated in the mists of time in India and was passed down as an oral tradition from one generation to the next until it was committed to text in the Sanskrit Vedas, which are among the oldest works of literature. The focus of the treatment is to find out the root cause behind the symptoms of a disease and accelerate the healing process using a combination of massage, diet, and herbal medicine.

In Ayurveda, health is defined as a state of well-being in which the three Doshas – Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are aligned and your soul is in harmony with the five senses and mind. Once you have identified your Dosha type, you can tailor your medication, lifestyle, and diet to maintain your Dosha type.

Our experienced practitioners perform relaxing and strengthening Ayurvedic massages using medicated herbal oils as well as offer lifestyle and diet advice using proven and time-tested Ayurvedic principles.

Our leading Ayurvedic practitioner, Dr Palitha Serasinghe, holds a First-Class Honours degree in Ayurvedic Medicine awarded by the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka as well as a PhD in Medicine and Pharmacology from Toyama Medical and Pharmaceutical University in Japan. This unique combination of study and training has enabled him to bridge the elusive divide between traditional and modern medicine.

My treatment has been World class

“I have been in consultation with the Ayurvedic doctors at Omnia since May, following a month in hospital with Lyme Disease. My treatment has been world class with caring and knowledgeable practitioners. All the staff are incredibly helpful and the environment welcoming. I highly recommend Ayurvedic treatment at Omnia for anyone suffering chronic illness. Most importantly, the treatment is working. I am recovering, and I credit the staff at Omnia for this.”

Rebecca W

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