HEALING & HELPING AT HUMAN HEALTH

Ruth Beresford,

What's a typical day for you?

I like to start my day with a routine that allows me to set and maintain my energy for the day ahead. I start with 20-30 minutes of breathwork and meditation followed by some gentle movement to wake myself up and get the blood flowing. I’m never far from a cup of herbal tea, so I’ll drink as many cups as possible (my favourite is vanilla Rooibos) before I’m out on the beach with my dog Babs to catch the sunrise. I’ll then head over to Human Health at either St. Helier or St. Peter and spend the day adjusting our amazing community

I like to wind down after work with a walk and some fresh air. I’ll cook dinner and either listen to music or podcasts and by then I’m ready to get a good night's sleep!

What do you enjoy most?

I moved to Jersey in December, so I’m really enjoying exploring by walking the cliff paths and hopping around the cafes and beaches. I generally enjoy being outdoors in nature with good company and delicious food, even better if all three are combined. Professionally, I love seeing people reconnect with themselves and prioritise their health. Witnessing a person's journey from discomfort to wellness and the recognition of their healing potential will never get old to me. An empowered person, able to trust the guidance of their body and living a happier, healthier life because of it, that’s what drives me everyday and I hope that everyone can experience that at some point in their lives.

Do you think it's a benefit to be a female in your industry?

I feel female representation in any industry has a positive impact.

How does chiropractic treatment help women specifically?

Chiropractic can support anyone through the ups and downs that life brings. It supports the body's natural healing ability by keeping the brain to body communication as clear and efficient as possible. This then allows your body and mind to function and thrive at your optimum.

Women benefit from chiropractic, particularly during hormonal transitions such as teenage years, pregnancy and menopause. With the significant changes a woman experiences in her body during pregnancy, birth and postpartum; Chiropractic can help with pelvic alignment and pelvic floor function, not only to ease any aches and pains but to also give the baby optimal space and position which helps with general comfort, growth and delivery. After we see Mums-to-be they often experience needing fewer interventions during labour, they feel more relaxed and emotionally prepared for birth.

What are your plans for the year ahead?

I feel it’s going to be a fun filled year with lots of new experiences to be had. In the short term I’m looking forward to establishing my exercise routine by finding a great gym and yoga class. I’m looking forward to getting to know Jersey more and hope to brave the elements by venturing into the ocean and I’m even toying with the idea of surf lessons. I look forward to working with the Human Health team and meeting the local community, both in the offices and also when we host educational and interactive events throughout the year.

“It was fantastic to meet Ruth, I loved our appointment and we covered so much, I came out feeling truly great. It really caused me to have to think about myself and know that I now need to be putting a focus on my body to ensure it stays working well as I head into my 40s. Ruth was so impressively knowledgeable, she linked together some back, alignment and jaw issues which have been bothering me for years, and started straight away on resolving them with some gentle chiropractic movements. She really is at the forefront of her profession and so many people have confirmed that she is one of the very best in the business. My appointment left me positive and ready to tackle my back and posture issues. I’m delighted to have come across someone so talented and lovely here in Jersey. I couldn’t recommend an appointment with her more highly and have been booking all my family and friends in to see her. It’s amazing that something so simple as booking that appointment will have such a huge, positive change on my life ahead.”

Elizabeth Baker