Complementary Medicine

Many women wish to avail of alternative / complementary therapies such as reflexology and acupuncture.

Women who attend gynaecology clinics are increasingly opting to complement their traditional medical treatments with other therapies such as reflexology and acupuncture. The evidence with regard to such therapies is not clear-cut. Some studies have shown improved outcomes to IVF where reflexology or acupuncture is administered in conjunction with medical care.

Reflexology

Reflexology is an ancient holistic healing therapy which is based on manually stimulating reflex points on the feet. These points correspond to all the organs, glands and nerves of the body.
Reflexology may benefit stress, infertility and hormone imbalances, pregnancy/morning sickness and irritable bowel syndrome. 

Acupuncture

The concept of acupuncture is to balance energy by placing very fine needles along meridians or pathways of energy. The needles used in acupuncture are very fine with a sensation like the prick of a thorn.

 The staff at The Scotia Clinic is aware of a number of therapists with an interest, and training, in infertility and pregnancy.  The team will endeavour to find a therapist who complements the needs of individual women.

A number of such therapists operate on the same premises as Scotia Women's Clinic. These therapists, while supported by us, are independent of our practice.

Eileen Healy RGN  RM  NRRI   ITEC is a registered nurse/midwife who specialises in reflexology. She has specific interest in infertility and hormonal dysfunction. Her clinic is based in Oakpark, Tralee.       http://www.foyclinic.com/

Eithne Griffin Lic Ac CSTT is an acupuncturist and TCM therapist based at the Scotia Clinic. She also practices Cranio-sacral therapy and aromatherapy.

Health insurance companies may reimburse for such therapies.