Supportive Therapies

This is a gentle and effective way to detoxify, cleanse and balance the body by drawing the impurities out of the body through the feet. As your feet soak in the ionic footbath, your body will undergo an amazing cleanse of years' worth of stored toxins.

How is this possible?

The Ionic Cleanse treatment works by osmosis. The ionater, which is placed in the footbath, releases ions through the water and into your body.

Your cells are energized by the ions and are finally able to release the toxins, oils, acids, fats, heavy metals, cellular debris and waste that have accumulated over your lifetime.

It is an amazing process to watch, as the presence of these cleansed toxins and waste are deposited back into the water around your feet in a murky display of residue.

Ionic body cleanse is an innovative technique for facilitating detox and drainage while simultaneously fostering healthy pH changes in the body.

Throughout the cleanse you will notice color changes in the water as toxins are being removed. The water color ranges from yellow-green, orange, brown, black, to dark green; you may notice white foam or white cheese-like particles floating on the water's surface, and/or black or red flecks resting at the bottom of the foot basin.

The color and texture indicates which organs or body systems are releasing toxins. The particles, fat and mucous residues found in the water reflect the wastes that have left your body. In addition, the body may also eliminate parasites, pinworms, and various colored mucous; even drawing massive amounts of nicotine from the tissue and joints of people that quit smoking several years ago.

As your body is detoxified, cleansed, balanced and able to function at its fullest capacity once again, many people experience a sense of relief throughout the body, increased energy, and improved mental clarity.

Ayurvedic oil massage. This is an integral part of the daily routine recommended by this healing system for overall health and well-being. Traditional ayurvedic practitioners claim -- "Give yourself a full body oil massage as it is nourishing, pacifies the doshas, relieves fatigue, provides stamina, pleasure and perfect sleep, enhances the complexion and the luster of the skin, promotes longevity and nourishes all parts of the body". Here are some of the benefits traditionally associated with regular performance of this pleasant ritual:

Increased circulation, especially to nerve endings
Toning of the muscles and the whole physiology
Calming for the nerves
Lubrication of the joints
Increased mental alertness
Improved elimination of impurities from the body
Softer, smoother skin
Increased levels of stamina through the day
Better, deeper sleep at night

Abhyanga provides the means for trans-dermal absorption of the healing qualities of the material used in the massage, and it helps the skin, which is the largest organ in the body, perform its diverse functions efficiently, whether it is allowing toxins to be released from the body or nourishment to be absorbed by the tissues. It is like oiling the engine of your car -- if you do it regularly, your engine will be in peak condition, and give you years and years of trouble-free performance.

At LifeSteps Health & Wellness your practitioner will also advise you on how to best perform the Abhyanga on yourself at home for long term benefits.

A classic Ayurvedic healing practice, Shirodhara calms the central nervous system using a stream of warmed herbal infused oil choreographed to flow onto your third eye, lulling the entire body into a state of profound calmness and tranquility.

Please note: Both Ayurveda services use organic oils. Please wear or bring old clothes. You will also need a small towel or old scarf to wrap your hair after treatment.
 

What is Healing Touch?

Healing Touch is a complementary (or integrative) energy therapy that can be used in conjunction with traditional therapies or as a stand-alone treatment.

Your 1st session with a Healing Touch Therapist lasts approximately 1 1/2 hrs. Typically, 1-2 additional sessions may be suggested.

Healing Touch Benefits that have been documented in at least one research study:

• Pain relief or decrease in pain level
• Acceleration of Post-operative recovery
• Symptom relief during or after chemotherapy
• Development or deepening of a spiritual connection
• Decreased agitation in those with dementia [calming of those with dementia]
• Decrease depression
• Decrease anxiety
• Improved quality of life
• Assistance with the dying process (relaxation, peace, acceptance)
• Improved mood
• Decreased stress
• Improved mobility after surgery
• Decreased use of pain medications post-operatively
• Decreasd negative effects of trauma/chronic pain/ and post traumatic stress
• Improved symptoms in auto-immune disorders
• Support for withdrawal from substance abuse
• Immune system strengthening and support

How does Healing Touch work?

Practitioners use their hands with light or near-body touch to help clear, balance and energize the human energy system, thus promoting healing for the mind, body and/or spirit.

How effective is Healing Touch?

Because of the effective results seen over recent years, Healing Touch is now part of patient care systems in more than 25 hospitals in the United States. Healing Touch skills are becoming increasingly validated in health care systems around the country. Hospitals that support the practice of Healing Touch as part of their integrative health care system have found that it facilitates the return of compassion to the forefront of patient care.

Hospitals, nursing and medical schools, and allied health professions throughout the world are increasingly embracing Integrative Medicine as consumer demand multiplies and as research supports its use. Healing Touch has had an active research program for over 10 years and more than 50 Healing Touch studies have been completed at universities, medical centers and in other settings. See research studies at www.healingtouchinternational.com