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Movember: Time to Focus on Men’s Health
Movember is about so much more than moustaches. It is a time to focus on men's health. Men are still less likely to ask for help or take action when they notice symptoms. Make this the month to bring about change. Below we spotlight just a few of the therapies...
Stress Awareness Week 3rd – 7th November 2025
Stress is often known as the silent killer. So take charge today to make sure it's not taking control of your life. Here are just a few of the therapies we offer to help you do just that. Acupuncture Stress can have a negative impact on all areas of our health...
World Suicide Prevention Day 10th September – How Counselling Can Help
Today Wednesday 10th September is World Suicide Prevention Day – a day to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage connection and healing for those struggling with thoughts of suicide. Lindsay Chavasse shares how Counselling can help achieve a better...
Migraine Awareness Week 1st to 6th September – Treat Migraines Naturally
In Migraine Awareness Week, discover how Acupuncture and Massage offer you a natural way to alleviate this often debilitating condition Migraine affects nearly 1 in 7 adults. Three times more women are affected than men, due mainly to hormonal reasons....
Facial Acupuncture For Youthful Skin Naturally – Special Offer
6 Treatments for Price of 5 with our acupuncturist Claire Thorne – saving £60! Facial acupuncture is an increasingly popular alternative to chemical treatments such as Botox and injectables for achieving youthful, radiant skin. Until 30th September 2025, Claire Thorne...
Focus on Male Infertility during Men’s Health Week 9th-15th June
Male fertility is so often overlooked, with women taking most of the responsibility. Jill Glover explains how Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can help With the focus this week on Men's Health, it is a good moment to flag up the importance of paying attention...
Celebrate Aromatherapy Awareness Week 9th-15th June with 20% Off a Massage!
Book in for an Aromatherapy Massage in June with our practitioner Rowan Jamal and receive 20% off to celebrate Aromatherapy Awareness Week 9th – 15th June What is an Aromatherapy Massage? Essential oils used in an Aromatherapy Massage are made from pure...
Summer Special Offers!
Now the sunshine's here, take advantage of our Summer Offers to boost your health and wellbeing ready for the holiday season ahead A holistic massage is individually tailored to suit your body's needs. It can be physically restorative and mentally...
Avoiding Winter Viruses
There are some nasty viruses around at this time of year. Find out how to steer clear, and what to do with regards your acupuncture appointment if you do catch one. Stay Away If Infectious We have been very successful with our infection control at Alma...
Give the Gift of Wellbeing
Give the Gift of Wellbeing this Christmas by buying an AVC Gift Voucher for a friend or a loved one. Also take advantage of our Festive Offers – as a special gift or a treat for yourself! Order AVC Voucher Today for Perfect Gift Wellbeing Gift Voucher...
Physiotherapy to Recover from Common Autumn Injuries
Our Physiotherapist Alin Dorneanu explains how his treatment can help with a range of common sports injuries prevalent at this time of year. You can also take advantage of 50% off your first treatment this autumn! This is the time of year for many...
Introducing our Physiotherapist Alin Dorneanu
We are delighted to welcome Physiotherapist Alin Dorneanu to the Alma Vale Centre Alin Dorneanu has a clinic at the Alma Vale Centre on Tuesdays 1.00pm to 7.00pm; Thursdays 8.00am to 1.00pm. He also offers appointments on Wednesday and Friday mornings. Alin Dorneanu...