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Alan is a fully qualified Five Element Acupuncturist and has been practising this wonderful system of medicine at Napiers Clinic in the West End of Glasgow for the past 18 years.
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Cat offers a range of massage including holistic, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, advanced sports stretching and pregnancy massge.
Claire is an experienced Western Medical Herbalist (BSc), a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (NIMH) and works at Napiers online clinic.
Clare is an experienced medical herbalist based in the West Highlands of Scotland, home to deer, livestock, ticks, and Lyme disease. She works for the Napier's CLAID clinic on a Thursday morning.
Clare began training at Edinburgh’s Napier University in 2005, gaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in Herbal Medicine in 2009. She joined the Napiers Clinic team shortly after her graduation, initially working in the dispensary before beginning her herbal practice in 2010. Since then she has been a key member of our clinical team, working alongside Dee Atkinson in running the general herbal clinics, as well as heading the Baby & Child Clinic.
Cybele is a passionate Sophrologist and founder of Chamapola, Healing Yourself - Healing Together.
Dean is a Naturopathic Practitioner experienced in Nutrition and Herbal Medicine. With interests in nerve problems, cardiovascular health, digestive disorders as well as male and female reproductive system wellbeing.
Dee is the senior herbal practitioner at Napiers the Herbalists in Edinburgh. She runs a general medicine clinic with a special interest in women’s health, managing hormonal health and ageing. More recently, Dee set up the Napiers Long Covid Clinic to facilitate an integrated approach between doctors, herbalists and nutritionist to this new disease.
Isabelle has over 20 years helping individuals and couples achieve their fertility goals through nutrition.
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Kate is a BANT registered Nutritionist who owns and runs the Edinburgh Clinic of Nutrition. She trained for three and a half years at Patrick Holford's renowned Institute of Optimum Nutrition in London and is currently studying with The Institute of Functional Medicine in the US.
Kim is qualified in Aromatherapy Massage and Indian Head Massage. Working with the needs of her massage clients led to a deeper interest in their health and Kim studied the BSc (Hons) Herbal Medicine degree at Napier University, Edinburgh. Kim is one of the lead herbalists within the Napiers CLAID Clinic and sees many patients.
Kirstin is a fully qualified member of the Society of Homeopaths and holds an RSHom distinction in Classical Homeopathy. Kirstin qualified from the Northwest College of Homeopathy's four-year training course in Manchester.
Lynn is a registered osteopath and has been practicing osteopathy for nineteen years. She studied osteopathy and cranial sacral therapy at the European School of Osteopathy and graduated in 1991. Lynn has a background in physiotherapy and is trained in structural, craniosacral, functional, fascial and visceral osteopathy.
Malgorzata graduated from the College of Naturopathic Medicine where she studied Western Herbal Medicine and Naturopathic Nutrition /Diplomas in Herbal Medicine (2017), Naturopathy (2017), and Naturopathic Nutrition (2020). She is also qualified in KORE Therapy, Anmo-fu - 5 Element Abdominal Massage, Craniosacral Balance and Stress Release Therapy and Cupping. Her first degree is a PhD in History.
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Mary trained in Edinburgh, and has been working as a complementary therapist since 1999, holding diplomas in Clinical Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Therapeutic Massage and Hopi Ear Candling gained from the International Therapy Examinations Council (ITEC). She is a member of, and is fully insured to practice with, the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA).
Melissa qualified from Middlesex University in 2000. She runs a general herbal practice from her boat, The Herbal Barge, which is based on the river Lea in North London. Melissa joined the CLAID Clinic Co-operative to work collaboratively in an integrated and specialised context to support patients with long covid.
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Monica has a Masters degree in herbal medicine from the University of Central Lancashire. She is the research herbalist heading up the Napiers CLAID Clinic. The CLAID Clinic specialism is Lyme disease Borrelia burgdorferi and co-infections - crypto-infections Bartonella, Babesia, Rickettsia, Erlichia, Anaplasma, Mycoplasma, etc. A research herbalist is not the same as a medical herbalist and Monica does not run a general clinical practice. This allows her to focus on Lyme disease and bacterial and viral infections.
Natasha is an experienced and qualified medical herbalist in Western herbal medicine, a forager and mycotherapist. As well as practicing as part of Napiers' general herbal medicine practice, she also sees patients as part of the CLAID Clinic.
Nikki was awarded a first class honours degree in Herbal Medicine from the University of East London and trained at clinics in Glasgow and London. She was also awarded the Arthur Barker prize for her final examination grades. Nikki also has ITEC Diplomas in Holistic Massage and Aromatherapy. She is a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists which is the UK’s leading professional body representing herbal practitioners. NIMH members follow a strict code of conduct and are committed to ongoing and continual practitioner development and training.
Ona Madorell is a qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist, graduating with distinction from the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM). She has further enhanced her expertise through a course in blood test interpretation and a postgraduate program focused on the microbiome.
Pearlyn is a licensed acupuncturist and a registered member of the Acupuncture Society, and is fully insured to practice acupuncture, tuina, cupping and moxibustion.
Rebecca is an Associate Nutritionist, specialising in gut health and women's health, from hormone imbalance to fertility, pregnancy and beyond.
Sara is qualified Medical Herbalist, Ayurvedic Therapist and Yoga teacher, holding an MSc. in Western Herbal Medicine from Middlesex University.
Satya trained at the School of Natural Medicine where she graduated with a Diploma in Healing Diets and additional immersion studies in Herbal Medicine, Healing Diets, Iridology & Naturopathy, Quantum Botanicals and Flower Essences. Satya has a Nonviolent Communication Leadership Certificate with Bay NVC and an MA in European Dance Theatre Practice from Trinity Laban.
Sheila is a Holistic Therapist who qualified in KCR in 2019 with the KCR Academy. After a long career in retail, an ankle injury led her to seek an alternative approach to healing.
Shona has worked at Napiers Clinic for 30 years where she has picked up a wealth of knowledge about various complementary therapies. She trained as a Food Sensitivity tester with The Health Partnership Company, where she was taught how to use the 3 point marker system.
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If you have earache you should book an appointment with your doctor to have your ear examined. This will rule out any serious infections or illness. Untreated ear infections can damage your ear drum or affect your hearing. In the meantime, the fol...
If you have earache you should book an appointment with your doctor to have your ear examined. This will rule out any serious infections or illness. Untreated ear infections can damage your ear drum or affect your hearing. In the meantime, the following home remedies may help to relieve the pressure and the pain - especially if you ears have decided to play up at a weekend or in the evening.
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Soak a flannel in hot water, and place over the ear to allow the heat to soften wax and take the edge off the pain. Keep the ear tilted downwards while you do this. Repeat as often as needed.
Alternatively a hot water bottle placed on a dampened cloth near the affected ear may also help to draw fluid.
Taking a hot shower, sitting in a sauna or a steam room can also help. Allow the steam to build up in the shower and take your time showering.
If heat seemed to help a bit, but you feel it is not quite getting there, a home steam treatment can help to open the Eustachian tube where fluid typically accumulates.
Pour boiling water into a large glass or ceramic bowl and add 2 to 3 drops each of eucalyptus oil, lavender oil or chamomile oil.
Cover your head with a towel, and hold your ear over the steam bath, breathing in the steam. Don’t stay under the towel for longer than 10 or 15 minutes.
Do not use too much oil or make the water too hot. If you start to feel lightheaded, drink a glass of water and keep sitting down until you feel steady again.
If you don't have any essential oils to hand, add a sprig of thyme, sage, oregano or lavender - woody herbs that naturally contain high levels of antiseptic essential oils.
Take up chewing gum. Chew on food, gum, yawn or just make chewing or swallowing movements.
This can help the inner ear tube to open as the Eustachian tubes attached to your ear canal are made to stretch and can release the fluid. Tilt your affected ear down while you chew to use gravity to assist in the draining of any fluid. You can also try pinching your nose as you make these chewing and yawning motions.
Creating your ear drops is a practical application of herbal remedies for ear infections. If earwax is present, warm a teaspoon of olive oil by placing it in just-boiled water for a few minutes. Carefully pour a few warmed drops into your ear, gently tugging at the outer ear to help the oil penetrate the ear canal. After a few minutes, plug the ear lightly with cotton and tilt your head to assist in wax removal.
Herbal oils such as Mullein, St. John’s Wort, and Garlic oil are beneficial in managing symptoms and fighting infections associated with ear conditions. Here is a step by step recipe. For internal use, Plantain tincture and Elderflower can be effective in alleviating sinus and ear infections, while tinctures like Echinacea and Pelargonium support the immune system.
In cases where there is no wax or if fluid drainage is noted, a mix of equal parts rubbing alcohol and white vinegar can be applied using a sterilised dropper. This mixture helps dry out the ear and reduce bacterial infection, making it a simple yet effective herbal remedy for ear infections.
Using a nasal irrigation tool, like a neti pot, is an effective method for relieving sinus congestion, which often accompanies ear infections.
This simple technique works by thinning and flushing out infected mucus from the nasal passages, thereby easing fluid pressure that can affect the ears.
For safe and effective results, always follow the instructions provided with your neti pot and use only sterilised saline solution. This approach is a supportive component of herbal remedies for ear infections, as it helps clear the nasal pathways connected to the ear, promoting overall sinus and ear health.
Applying heat, such as using a warm compress or a heating pad, can help soothe the pain by improving blood circulation to the affected area. Steam treatments, like inhaling steam from a hot shower or a bowl of hot water, can also help relieve ear pressure and reduce inflammation.
Additionally, chewing gum or other soft foods can help open the Eustachian tubes, which may reduce pressure and discomfort associated with ear infections.
Yes, you can make your ear drops at home using simple, natural ingredients. A popular remedy is olive oil ear drops, which involve gently warming a small amount of olive oil and placing a few drops into the ear.
Olive oil can help soothe the ear canal and may aid in removing any excess wax. Another option is an alcohol-vinegar ear drop mixture, which combines equal parts rubbing alcohol and white vinegar.
Mullein oil, derived from the mullein plant, is known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory effects, making it useful for relieving ear pain and swelling.
St. John's Wort oil is another option, offering both anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which can help ease discomfort.
Garlic oil, has natural antibiotic properties, is especially effective against bacteria and can be applied as ear drops to help clear infections.
Using a neti pot for nasal irrigation helps clear out mucus and allergens from the nasal passages, which can reduce congestion and improve drainage from the Eustachian tubes.
This process can alleviate pressure in the ears and potentially reduce the severity or duration of an ear infection.