Alternate Therapy - Your Health, Our Priority

At Alternate Therapy, we believe that true healing begins by identifying and addressing the root cause of illness, pain and discomfort - not simply treating the symptoms. Our holistic approach focuses on supporting the whole person, helping to restore balance, improve wellbeing and promote long-term health. Established with a commitment to providing high-quality complementary healthcare, our clinic is home to a team of fully qualified and experienced practitioners, each specialising in a range of therapeutic disciplines. This allows us to offer personalised treatment plans tailored to your individual needs and health goals.

Conveniently located in Batley, West Yorkshire, just outside the town centre, our clinic is easily accessible with ample nearby parking and local amenities. We pride ourselves on delivering a welcoming, professional and client-focused service in a comfortable environment. Our modern treatment rooms are fully equipped with professional-grade equipment to support effective treatment, rehabilitation and recovery. Both male and female practitioners are available to ensure every client feels comfortable and well cared for.

For added convenience, we also offer a mobile therapy service, allowing you to receive treatment in the comfort of your own home. Mobile appointment fees may vary depending on travel distance and appointment duration. We also welcome group bookings and can arrange day clinics in other towns and cities by prior arrangement. At Alternate Therapy, our goal is to help you achieve better health through safe, natural, and evidence-informed complementary therapies delivered with professionalism, compassion, and care.

Our practitioners are fully qualified and experienced in a wide range of complementary and holistic therapies. Our areas of expertise include spinal manipulation using chiropractic and osteopathic techniques, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture, personalised herbal consultations and herbal medicine incorporating Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, Western Herbal Medicine and Tibb.

We also offer wet (Hijama), dry and fire cupping therapies, sports, remedial and deep tissue massage, reflexology, moxibustion, iridology and Ruqyah in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah. Every treatment is delivered with a personalised approach, focusing on supporting your health, wellbeing and long-term recovery.

Our Treatments

Herbal Consultations

Herbal medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of illness rather than simply managing symptoms. Using carefully selected natural remedies, we aim to support the body's own healing processes and promote long-term wellbeing. At Alternate Therapy, our qualified herbalist combines the principles of Western Herbal Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Unani Tibb and Ayurvedic Medicine to create personalised treatment plans tailored to your individual needs. Your consultation, lasting approximately one hour, includes a detailed discussion of your medical history, lifestyle, diet and symptoms. Where appropriate, diagnostic techniques such as pulse reading, iridology, tongue and nail analysis and blood pressure assessment may also be used to build a complete picture of your health. Alongside personalised herbal remedies, you'll receive practical advice on nutrition and lifestyle to help restore balance, improve your overall health, and support lasting recovery.

Sports Massage

Sports massage is a specialised form of soft tissue therapy designed to relieve muscle tension, improve flexibility and support recovery. While commonly associated with athletes, it is suitable for anyone experiencing muscle aches, stiffness, postural tension, or recovering from injury. This treatment targets muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues to help reduce pain, improve circulation and restore normal movement. It can also assist in preventing injuries, enhancing sporting performance and speeding up recovery after exercise or physical activity. Whether you're training regularly, recovering from an injury, or simply dealing with the physical demands of everyday life, sports massage can help reduce muscle soreness, improve mobility, relieve tight muscles and promote overall wellbeing. Sports massage is also an effective complement to physiotherapy, chiropractic care and osteopathic treatment, making it an excellent choice for both rehabilitation and ongoing maintenance of your physical health.

Cupping Therapy (Hijama)

At Alternate Therapy, we offer both Wet (Hijama) and Dry Cupping performed by fully trained male and female therapists in a safe, professional and hygienic environment. Cupping is an ancient therapy that has been practiced for thousands of years across many cultures. It works by creating gentle suction on the skin to stimulate blood flow, relieve muscle tension, encourage lymphatic drainage and support the body's natural healing processes. It is widely used to help with muscular pain, joint stiffness, sports recovery, stress and general wellbeing. Dry Cupping uses suction to improve circulation and ease tight muscles, while Wet Cupping involves a small, controlled incision made under strict hygiene procedures before suction is applied. This traditional technique is believed to help remove stagnant blood and promote healing. Cupping also holds great significance in Islam and is a well-known Sunnah practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Whether you are seeking pain relief, faster recovery, improved mobility, or simply wish to experience the benefits of this time-honoured therapy, our experienced practitioners are here to provide personalised care tailored to your needs - Please contact us to learn more or to book your consultation.

Chiropractic & Osteopathic Techniques

Chiropractic & Osteopathic Techniques is an effective hands-on treatment designed to improve joint mobility, reduce pain and restore normal movement. It is commonly used to help relieve neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, headaches, trapped nerves and muscle stiffness. At Alternate Therapy, our experienced practitioner uses chiropractic and osteopathic techniques to identify areas of restriction and gently restore alignment. By improving joint function and relieving pressure on muscles and nerves, treatment can enhance mobility, reduce discomfort and support the body's natural healing process. Taking a holistic approach, we focus on treating the underlying cause of your pain rather than simply masking the symptoms, helping you achieve long-term relief and improved wellbeing - If you would like to find out more or book an appointment, please get in touch with our team.

Mizan Therapy for Women

Mizan, meaning balance in Arabic, is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that supports women's reproductive, digestive and emotional health through traditional abdominal massage techniques. The treatment aims to restore balance by improving circulation, encouraging natural healing and promoting overall wellbeing. Mizan Therapy may benefit women experiencing menstrual pain, irregular cycles, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, fertility concerns, digestive issues such as IBS and bloating, menopausal symptoms, recovery after abdominal surgery or Caesarean section, as well as pregnancy and postnatal care. By encouraging healthy blood flow to the reproductive organs and gently supporting the alignment of the uterus, Mizan Therapy can help improve hormonal balance, reduce congestion, ease discomfort, break down scar tissue and support the body's natural detoxification processes. It also promotes relaxation and emotional wellbeing, helping to reduce stress and tension. For those trying to conceive, Mizan Therapy can be a valuable part of a pre-conception or fertility support programme, helping to optimise reproductive health and prepare the body for pregnancy. It can also complement assisted fertility treatments by supporting overall reproductive wellbeing. Our experienced therapist provides every treatment with care, professionalism, and a personalised approach tailored to your individual needs.

Mizan Therapy for Men

Mizan Therapy is also available for men and is provided by our qualified male practitioners, specialising in male reproductive and digestive health. This gentle abdominal therapy works by improving circulation to the pelvic region, supporting the body's natural healing processes and promoting overall wellbeing. Mizan Therapy may help with prostate health, fertility concerns, erectile dysfunction, digestive issues, IBS, constipation, indigestion, heartburn and stress-related digestive discomfort. By increasing blood flow and reducing congestion, it can support healthy reproductive function, improve digestion and encourage relaxation. Each treatment is tailored to your individual needs, with the aim of addressing the underlying cause of symptoms and supporting long-term health naturally.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a safe, time-honoured therapy rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It involves the gentle insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body to stimulate natural healing, improve circulation, relieve pain and restore balance. Acupuncture is commonly used to help manage back and neck pain, headaches and migraines, joint pain, sciatica, sports injuries, stress, digestive concerns and a range of other health conditions. Research has also shown it can be effective in supporting pain management and overall wellbeing. This natural, minimally invasive treatment has few side effects and can be used alongside other therapies to provide a holistic approach to improving your health and wellbeing.

Hot Stone Massage

Hot Stone Massage is a deeply relaxing treatment that uses smooth, heated basalt stones to ease muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote both physical and mental wellbeing. The warmth of the stones allows muscles to relax, enabling a deeper massage with greater comfort. This treatment may help relieve back pain, muscle stiffness, stress, anxiety, poor circulation, insomnia, and general tension. Each session is tailored to your comfort, with the temperature carefully monitored throughout to ensure a safe and soothing experience. Lasting approximately 50–60 minutes, Hot Stone Massage leaves you feeling relaxed, refreshed and restored. After your treatment, we recommend drinking plenty of water and allowing your body time to rest and recover for the best results.

Hopi Ear Candling

Hopi Ear Candling is a gentle, relaxing therapy that has been used for centuries to promote ear and sinus health. The treatment uses specially designed candles made from natural cotton, beeswax, honey and herbal extracts to create a gentle warming effect that may help relieve pressure and encourage relaxation. Many people choose Hopi Ear Candling to help with excess ear wax, sinus congestion, hay fever, colds, tension headaches, tinnitus, stress and sleep difficulties. The treatment also includes a soothing facial massage to help stimulate lymphatic drainage and enhance relaxation. A typical session lasts around 45–60 minutes, leaving many clients feeling calmer, with reduced pressure in the ears and sinuses and an improved sense of wellbeing. Please note that Hopi Ear Candling is not suitable for those with recent ear infections, perforated eardrums, ear inflammation or recent ear surgery.

Gua Sha & Graston Technique

Gua Sha and the Graston Technique are effective soft tissue therapies designed to reduce pain, improve mobility and support the body's natural healing process. Using specially designed tools, these treatments gently work over the skin and underlying tissues to increase circulation, release muscle tension and break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. These therapies may help with neck and back pain, sports injuries, chronic muscle tension, headaches, reduced mobility and soft tissue injuries. They can also aid recovery by improving blood flow, reducing inflammation and promoting faster healing. Treatment is tailored to your individual needs and may be used alongside massage, chiropractic care, osteopathy or physiotherapy. Mild redness or temporary bruising after treatment is normal and usually resolves within a few days.

Homeobotanical Therapy

Homeobotanical Therapy (HBs) combines the principles of herbal medicine and homeopathy to support the body's natural healing processes. These liquid remedies contain carefully selected botanical extracts designed to help restore balance, support specific organs and body systems and promote overall wellbeing. Suitable for both acute and long-term health concerns, Homeobotanicals can be used alongside conventional and complementary therapies. They are simple to use, highly effective and tailored to your individual needs. HBs may help support a wide range of conditions, including allergies, asthma, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, menopause, fertility, fatigue, stress, anxiety, migraines, joint and muscle pain, arthritis, colds and flu, insomnia and low energy. Our Homeobotanical remedies are produced in New Zealand using high-quality natural ingredients and are selected to provide safe, holistic support for your health.

Ruqyah (Quranic Healing)

Ruqyah is the Islamic practice of seeking healing through the recitation of verses from the Holy Qur'an and authentic supplications taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It is performed to seek Allah's cure for spiritual and physical ailments, including the evil eye ('ayn), magic (sihr) and other illnesses.

Allah ﷻ says:

"And We send down in the Qur'an that which is a healing and a mercy for the believers."(Qur'an 17:82)

Ruqyah is a means of strengthening faith, increasing reliance upon Allah, and seeking healing through His words. The Prophet ﷺ encouraged its practice and personally performed Ruqyah for himself, his family, and others. He also said:

"Make use of the two cures: honey and the Qur'an."(Ibn Mājah)

At Alternate Therapy, Ruqyah is performed in accordance with the Qur'an and authentic Sunnah, providing a safe, faith-based approach to spiritual wellbeing. Every session is conducted with sincerity, compassion, and complete adherence to Islamic teachings.

Vitamin IM Injections

Vitamin Intramuscular (IM) Injections are an effective way of delivering essential vitamins directly into the muscle, allowing them to be absorbed into the bloodstream quickly and efficiently. Unlike oral supplements, IM injections bypass the digestive system, making them an excellent option for individuals who may have difficulty absorbing nutrients through diet or tablets alone. They can help support energy levels, immune function, mental clarity, metabolism and overall wellbeing. They may also be beneficial for those experiencing fatigue, nutritional deficiencies, demanding lifestyles, or individuals looking to maintain optimal health. Before treatment, a consultation is carried out to discuss your medical history, current health and individual goals, ensuring the most appropriate vitamin therapy is recommended for you. All injections are administered by a trained healthcare professional using safe, sterile techniques in a clean clinical environment. We offer a range of vitamin injections, including Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and D, Biotin, Ginko, B Complex and other wellness formulations, depending on your individual needs and suitability. Whether you're looking to increase energy, support your immune system or optimise your nutritional health, our Vitamin IM Injection service provides a convenient and effective way to help you feel your best.