Copy of Body & Soul Medical Clinics: An official sponsor of Jinshan City Beach Triathlon
Our physical therapist Jessica Martin attended the race in order to provide on-site assistance and treatment in case of injury. Ben Xie, our nutritionist, was also present to provide nutrition tips for post-race recovery. After the race, winners were awarded with vouchers for treatments by an experienced acupuncturist at Body & Soul. This reinforces Body & Soul's positioning as the leading pain management and rehabilitation center in Shanghai. The Body &...
Copy of The Techniques and Benefits of Psycho-Oncology
Paula van Grieken Ferrer: "Psycho-oncology treatment works with the cancer patient and family through different stages and challenges to manage distress and equip them with coping tools. When a patient is newly diagnosed, for example, the psychologist might address anxiety and fear, assist the person in ways to take an active part in deciding on treatment options and provide psycho-education (what to expect, how to express one’s feelings, getting resources)." Read...
Copy of Doris Rathgeber and Catherine Du featured in “Culture Matters”
Doris Rathgeber and Catherine Du featured in "Culture Matters" on International Channel Shanghai (ICS) about dental and jaws issues - see the video!...
Blog: Health Problems that Love Shanghai Summers
Fungus, digestive issues and skin problems/rashes - read Doris' tips on how to deal with it during the Shanghai summer. Plus: a great recipe that helps with constipation and strengthens digestion. Read on ...
Blog: Health Problems that Love Shanghai Summers
Fungus, digestive issues and skin problems/rashes - read Doris' tips on how to deal with it during the Shanghai summer. Plus: a great recipe that helps with constipation and strengthens digestion. Read on ...
Blog: When the tongue speaks for your body
The human tongue is seen as a “map” of the internal body, standing not only for the blood and Qi fluency, but also for the harmony of all organs. Each part of the tongue mirrors an organical system according to the five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water). But how can someone come up with a diagnosis just by looking at a person’s tongue? Read on ...
Blog: When the tongue speaks for your body
The human tongue is seen as a “map” of the internal body, standing not only for the blood and Qi fluency, but also for the harmony of all organs. Each part of the tongue mirrors an organical system according to the five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water). But how can someone come up with a diagnosis just by looking at a person’s tongue? Read on ...
New Blogs: Psycho-Oncology and Lymphatic Drainage
Paula van Grieken Ferrer: "Over the years, I have worked with many cancer patients and families as a Clinical Psychologist and have seen the benefits of emotional support and psychological management techniques. The field of psycho-oncology, founded in the 1980s, is developing to further help patients fighting cancer (and adjusting after treatment), as well to better understand the links between the psychosocial and physical aspects of disease." Read on ...
Blog: Mind-Body Connections
As an osteopath, people come to me because of aches and pains and I treat their physical issues, whether from trauma, overuse, postural distortion, or old injuries. However, not all pain a patient feels is physical. Sometimes the pain comes from an emotional source, and we may greatly underestimate the role of emotion in all pain. During physical trauma, the person’s emotional state at that moment becomes part of the whole...
Blog: “Ergonomics and Back Pain Tips”
It is common to feel tired and restless after a long day at the office. You might start to experience small pains in your lower back, legs and neck when seated for long periods. You might feel a headache coming on and experience tension in your neck and tired eyes. Your body is signaling that you’ve been sitting too long in one position (or in the incorrect position). Over time,...