RosWin meeting Jan 2012

Thanks to Ronan and Geraldine for their talks last night.

Geraldine’s talk was great and helping us to remember all these social media tools are “another channel to engage with prospective and current customers”.
Ronan’s talk was lovely. “Taking each day as a special day” is a very important. “Having passion for what we do” is key. If that is massage and neuromuscular therapy as in my case or what ever your business is.  Thanks again to the 2 speakers.

Have a look at some of the photos we took on the night on my www.facebook.com/AOBTherapies. 

Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

Telephone 087 272 1757

www.aobtherapies.com 

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RosWin’s new website

RosWin have a new website. Check it out. www.roswin.ie

The first RosWin meeting of the year is taking place on Tuesday in Hannons Hotel in Roscommon. Check out the news section on the website for details.

It should be a good meeting. –  ”Success is Yours” by Ronan is the main speaker and there’s also Geraldine who will be talking about “New Ways of Marketing”.

2 of the members will show case their businesses on the night. Good luck to Bernie and Evelyn

See you there.

Anne

AOB Therapies

Telephone 087 272 1757

www.aobtherapies.com 

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Greetings

I would just like to wish everyone a peaceful Christmas and all the best for the new year!

Thank you all so much for your custom and support during the year and may 2012 be all you wish it to be.

I am available for appointments in my Roscommon Clinic on the 28th of Dec and 3rd – 6th of Jan 2012.  The Athlone Clinic is closed until the 9th of Jan 2012.

Best Regards

 Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

Telephone 087 272 1757

www.aobtherapies.com 

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A gift of health this Christmas

Give a gift focusing on health and well being this xmas and you can avail of the discount on the vouchers you purchase. Contact me directly on 087 272 1757. I am going to me in Molloy’s Roscommon from 11 to 1 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Anne

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The Winner is

Congratulations!!!!!! to Siobhan Lohan!!!! on winning the aromatherapy treatment. Thanks to every one who entered.

Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

Telephone 087 272 1757

www.aobtherapies.com 

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Do you want to Win a free aromatherapy treatment!

Anyone who like’s my facebook page by the 8^th of Dec will be entered into a draw to win an aromatherapy treatment in my clinic in Roscommon

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Aromatherapy massage – what is it?

Using a blend of essential oils for a massage is called aromatherapy massage. Body or part body massage is the most effective way to use essential oils but note the essential oils need to be blended in carrier oil. I use customised blend of essential oils for each massage treatment in Roscommon and Athlone. For example I might blend Bergamot, Frankincense and Ylang Ylang in a carrier oil for some who feels like their immune system is struggling and they are in a heighten state of anxiety or suffering from panic attacks. The blend is absorbed into the persons system and continues to work after the massage treatment creating feelings of calm and well being. 

The time taken for the essential oils to pass around the body is dictated by the individual metabolic rate. i.e. children will react quicker to oils than adults. 

Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

Telephone 087 272 1757

www.aobtherapies.com

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Ylang Ylang essential oil – it’s uses

Please dilute the essential oil in a carrier oil before using it for massage.

Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) 

Ylang Ylang oil is distilled from the flowers of the plant.

During the process a number of different grades of oil are taken off. The first is ylang extra, and it is the most expensive and most desired by perfumers.

3 succesive distillations follow - grade I, II & III which are progressively less complex and lose more of the subtle top notes

The first oil that is drawn from the flowers is the best quality, though subsequent yields have similar therapeutic features, but the perfume is less refined.

 Mind; Excellent for excitable conditions regulating the adrenaline flow and relaxing the nervous system, resulting in a feeling of joy. It could well ease feelings of anger, anxiety, shock, panic and fear.

Body; 

It is very good at regulating the flow of adrenaline and thus slows its effects reducing stress, anger, frustration, panic and fear.

It is very good at balancing the hormones making it valuable for problems associated with the reproductive system. It is an antidepressant.

Its sedative properties are helpful with rapid breathing, rapid heartbeat and high blood pressure. Has a relaxing effect on the nervous system.

Ylang Ylang is heralded by many as an aphrodisiac.

Effect on the skin; Versatile oil, having a balancing action on sebum so making it effective on both oily and dry skins. Also a tonic and stimulating effect on the scalp promoting a more luxurious hair growth.

Precaution; Excessive use may lead to headaches and nausea.

One thing to remember: Ylang Ylang has a euphoric effect, promoting positive emotions in the user and calming and sedating in times of stress.

Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

Telephone 087 272 1757

www.aobtherapies.com

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Frankincense essential oil – it’s uses

Frankincense        (Boswellia carteria)

It has a spicy, balsamic aroma. Frankincense was known as one of the most precious substances to ancient man. I use Frankincense quite a lot in my practice as a massage therapist.

 

Mind; Frankincense is emotionally balancing, producing a sense of calm. Its comforting and somewhat refreshing action is helpful for anxious and obsessional states linked to the past.

Body; Slows down breathing.  It has a pronounced effect on the mucous membranes, helpful in clearing the lungs. Excellent effect on the respiration – eases shortness of breath and useful to asthma sufferers. Has a soothing action on head colds and bronchitis.

It soothes the stomach, easing digestion and belching.

Effect on the skin; Gives new life to ageing skin and reputedly smooths out wrinkles. It is a real tonic to the skin. It’s astringent properties also helps balance oily conditions. Found to be effective against wounds, sores, ulcers and inflammation.

One thing to remember: Frankincense is emotionally balancing and producing a sense of calm.

Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

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Bergamot essential oil

This is the first review of the different essential oils that I use in my massage treatments. If you are going to use essential oils at home for massage please dilute the essential oil in a carrier oil.

Bergamot    (Citrus bergamia)

Bergamot essential oil is cold pressed from the fruit peel.

The bergamot fruit is not edible because the pulp is far too sour. As a result, the bergamot tree is primarily cultivated for its valuable essential oil.

 

Mind; It’s sedative yet uplifting character is excellent to relieve helplessness, grief and depression. It’s combined cooling and refreshing qualities seem to reduce anger and frustration.

Body; Antiseptic property makes it useful for urinary tract infections and inflammation like cystitis. Bergamot works on the digestive tract relieving flatulence, colic and painful digestion.

It strengthens the immune system.

Helpful with respiratory infections relieving symptoms of colds, flu and bronchitis as well as reducing inflammation and infection such as tonsillitis and sore throats.

Effect on the skin; It’s antiseptic and healing action seems to benefit skin conditions linked with stress. These may include eczema, psoriasis and acne.

Precaution: Bergamot may cause skin sensitivity to bright sunlight.  This is due to the chemical bergaptene which will help with tanning but not protect from burning. (This was an ingredient in sun tan lotions years ago.)

One thing to remember: Bergamot essential oil loves skin.

 

Anne O’Brien

AOB Therapies

Molloy’s HealthStore, Roscommon

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