Aromatherapy at the Neuromuscular Centre - Beverley Langley

Hello!  My name is Beverley and I run the Complementary Therapy Clinic at the NMC.   One of the therapies I practice is Aromatherapy.   Aromatherapy can be traced back to 3,500 years B.C..  At that time it was linked to aromatic medicine which was associated with religion and magic. Ancient Egyptians burnt incense from woods, herbs and spices to honour their Gods and used Frankincense, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Cedarwood and Juniperberry to preserve the bodies of their Royalty in the afterlife.

Modern Aromatherapy uses natural oils extracted from various parts of a plant to enhance physical and emotional wellbeing.  The oils may be extracted by distillation or cold pressing.  Essential oils consist of tiny aromatic molecules that are absorbed via the skin thereby entering the bloodstream and being carried around the body to deliver their beneficial effects.  When inhaling the aroma, a signal is sent to the limbic system of the brain which is the centre of emotions and memory and is directly connected to parts of the brain that control heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, stress, and hormone balance.

Essential oils are concentrated and must always be diluted by a qualified Aromatherapist into a carrier oil before being applied to the skin.   Massage is most commonly associated with aromatherapy, but there are a variety of other methods that essential oils can be used including diluting the oils and adding them to the bath, by steam inhalation and diffusers.

Here at the NMC, I use aromatherapy for a variety of applications including pain relief, stress relief, mood enhancement and cognitive function.  Each essential oil has its own properties that may give health benefits.  Some oils are thought to have an anti inflammatory effect which may help with arthritis and muscular pain.

The therapeutic effects of essential oils together with massage can help relax and calm you and boost your wellbeing. I choose the oils that I feel may help manage your symptoms and help you the most.  I also do a full consultation at your first visit to ensure there is no medical reason why you should not have aromatherapy.   It is important not to use oils instead of taking prescribed medicines or seeing your G.P.

I am happy to see service users, carers and staff by appointment on Wednesdays and Thursdays.  Please feel free to have a chat with me when I am not with a client or contact me on 07756853089.