Today’s busy lifestyles demand that we regularly take time to reflect, relax and pamper ourselves. That’s why Carroll Hospital Center’s Complementary Health Services offer a range of programs and therapies to help you care for your mind, body and spirit.
Complementary health therapies are used in conjunction with traditional medicine to help relieve symptoms of illness and disease, boost energy, reduce stress, manage pain and foster recovery. Many of these therapies have been practiced around the world for thousands of years. Today, more and people are realizing their benefits.
Whether you’re looking for a way to treat yourself or trying to find the perfect gift for that busy person in your life, Carroll Hospital Center brings these benefits to you by offering individual treatments, group classes and educational programs. All of the following therapies are available at The Women’s Place. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Health Access at 410-871-7000.
Individual Treatments
Acupuncture
One of the oldest methods of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is based on the belief that life energy flows throughout the body and affects physical, mental and emotional health. During an acupuncture session, a trained practitioner inserts tiny, hair-thin needles into specific points on the body to help restore proper energy flow. When this energy is unblocked, the body is able to function more effectively. A comfortable therapy, acupuncture is used for a variety of therapeutic reasons-from relieving pain to promoting fertility.
Massage
Anyone can benefit from the soothing effects of massage. Our certified therapists offer a variety of bodywork techniques--including Swedish, hot stone body, pregnancy, cancer and mastectomy massage--to promote mental and physical relaxation, relieve muscle tension and increase energy, circulation and alertness.
Hot Stone Massage
Using polished, smooth, round stones, our therapists provide a soothing, 30-minute treatment that stimulates tissues and nerves, while increasing blood circulation. This brings added moisture and nutrients to the tissues and promotes cell regeneration for a healthy, glowing complexion.
Infant Massage
Infants and parents alike can benefit from this participatory therapy. The release of "feel good" hormones during massage offers babies ages three weeks to six months welcome relief from the discomforts of teething, colic, congestion and emotional stress. One or both parents work directly with a certified message therapist to provide the treatment, which fosters family bonding. An introductory one-hour session includes personalized instruction, massage, oil and a resource book.
Japanese Hot Stone Facial Massage
Using polished, smooth, round stones, our therapists provide a soothing, 30-minute treatment that stimulates facial tissues and nerves, while increasing blood circulation in the face. This brings added moisture and nutrients to the tissues and promotes cell regeneration for a healthy, glowing complexion.
Reflexology
During this gentle treatment, pressure is applied to specific points on the feet that correspond to various parts of the body. Skilled reflexologists use their thumbs and fingers to relax the feet and, in turn, stimulate reflex zones that help to relieve tension, ease pain and improve circulation.
Reiki
A Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation, Reiki creates many beneficial effects, including feelings of peace, security and well-being. During the treatment, a Reiki practitioner transfers energy to the patient through light touch or by placing his or her hands above specific parts of the body. Like other complementary therapies, Reiki also can help to promote recovery and relieve side effects and symptoms of illness or disease.
Group Classes
Yoga
During our four- or six-week yoga sessions, participants have the opportunity to experience this ancient exercise practice, which combines controlled breathing and a series of postures to help build strength, increase flexibility and promote balance. Beginner, advanced, gentle and prenatal classes are offered.
Educational Programs
Throughout the year, Carroll Hospital Center offers a series of introductory classes that allow you to explore how traditional medicine therapies as well as mind-body techniques can enhance your health and well-being. Presented by medical experts and complementary health specialists, these programs focus on a range of timely and popular topics—from orthopaedic joint health, nutrition or preventative heart health practices to meditation, stress management and acupuncture.
For more information or to schedule an appointment for any of these services or programs, call Health Access at 410-871-7000.