Our clinic was one of the first of its type in the nation to open within a western health care environment. Clinical services are provided by an integrated team of medical practitioners in functional medicine and psychology, holistic physical therapists,
acupuncturists, chiropractors and providers such as energy workers and massage therapists. The clinic has several patient visits per month across the various therapies, with approximately 30% of them having been referred by their physicians. The BAKJA HEALTH MOVEMENT is an Alternative Medicine Clinic, situated on the East Coast of Demerara approximately 13 miles from Georgetown. The Clinic has been operating for the past 28 years and specializes in a variety of medical areas using Herbal and Alternative methods of treatment. Day and Night Home Care Services are available for children and adults. Special appointments can be arranged with appropriate accommodation and transportation for clients. Located in the neighborhood of Triumph, BAKJA Health Movement provides comprehensive health services including primary care, behavioral health care, substance abuse services, eye care, etc to patients. A trusted member of the community for over 26 years, BAKJA Health Movement is here to provide the care that you and your family need to get healthy and stay healthy. Contact us to schedule an appointment and begin your life of health and wellness. We offer the following services:
1.Personal Care-Personal care (sometimes referred to as residential care) is care that is provided by trained carers rather than nurses. Personal care is designed for those who need assistance with what we call the activities of daily living; for example washing, dressing, eating and mobility.
2.Nursing Care-This is care provided by specially trained Nurses and trained carers and is designed for those that require nursing care as well as what the activities of daily living. In many cases a social worker will have carried out an assessment to determine what level of care a person requires.
3.Respite Care-We offer a range of short-term or respite care packages in our homes for people that do not require long stay or permanent admission to a care home. Respite stays also build a relationship between the individual, the carer, the home and staff, that can be beneficial should a more permanent stay at the home become necessary at some point in the future. Our aim is to help those who come to live with us , however short their stay, to remain in control of their own lives, as far as possible, and enable them to maintain their independence.
4.Intermediate Care-It is our aim to provide people with a positive alternative to hospitalization be it avoidance of admission or to reduce the length of in patient stay. W are committed to help build links between the public and independent sector and we continue to seek ways to develop Intermediate Care services and improve opportunities for rehabilitation. A number of our homes throughout the UK contain small dedicated units within the care home that provide what is commonly called Intermediate Care. In some areas this is also referred to as step up or step down or rehabilitation care.
5.Dementia and Private Retirement-Expert staff and specialised facilities for people with dementia related illnesses such as Alzheimer’s. Security and independence in luxury, self-contained apartments and bungalows provided by Bakja Health Movement.
6.Nursing and End of Life Care-24-hour personal support and accommodation with specialist care from qualified nurses. Holistic care that gives the best quality of life for both residents and their families during a difficult and emotional time.
7.Residential and Physically Disabled Care-Accommodation, meals and expert care for people who find it difficult to cope at home or need full-time care. Registered care for people aged between 18 and 65 with physical disabilities.
8.Respite,Convalescent and Parkinson’s Disease Care-Temporary stays in BAKJA care homes, whether to recover from an operation or illness or to give full-time carers a rest. PRODUCTS
1.Capsules & Tablets
Making herbal capsules is a good way to make use of herbs that are bitter or unpleasant tasting, making them unsuitable to drink in a tea. Capsules are also more convenient at work or school, and can be stored in bulk in bottles, jars, or dispensers for ease of use.
2.Decoctions
Herbal decoctions are the herbal preparations made by slow simmering such parts of medicinal plants and herbs as bark, berries, seeds, roots and others. Slow simmering is obviously one of the best ways to extract all therapeutic powers and healing effects from these tenacious parts of medicinal herbs. Certainly, it is possible to make herbal decoctions from stems and leaves if you want to have a stronger and more powerful herbal preparation.
3.Tinctures
Herbal tincture can be used to preserve herbs for medicinal use. Herbal tinctures are generally comprised of alcohol and the herb to be preserved. Vinegar and glycerin are also used to preserve herbs and sometimes these solutions are also called tinctures, however vinegar and glycerin are not generally considered as effective as alcohol in preservation.
4.Poultices
An herbal poultice can increase blood flow, draw out toxins, reduce swelling and relax the tension of muscles. They can help draw out pus and embedded material from wounds and abscesses. They are also effective for sprains, bruises, enlarged lymph nodes, various skin ulcers and many other ailments.
5.Salves
Natural salves work quickly, effectively and without burning, itching or hurting.Salves are soothing, they quickly and gently penetrate the skin, virtually infusing all the goodness & healing herbal properties right where they are most needed.They don't burn of have harmful side effects and offer almost instant comforting relief from many different symptoms.
6.INFUSIONS
Herbal infusions are a natural healthy way to achieve excellent health.Why use dry herbs for infusions? Using dried organic herbs in this way allows all the nutrients, meaning minerals, vitamins, proteins, and other goodies to release into the water in a big way!
7.EYE DROPS
Eye Drops are useful in Eye Care, Red Itchy Eyes, Eye Allergies, Dryness in Eyes, Watering Eyes, Eye Strain, Conjunctivitis.
8.INJECTIONS
The herbal injectiones are aqueous preparations of herbs or combinations of herbs, intended for introduction into the cavities of the body by means of a syringe.These are available in the forms of solutions, emulsions, extract in the form of dried powder (to be made into solution when ready to use) and concentrates (to be diluted when ready to use).
9.LINIMENTS
The primary purpose and use for liniments is to relieve pain or stiffness in muscles and joints. Arthritis is commonly known to produce repeated use of herbal liniments which are usually formulated from alcohol, acetone, or other quick evaporating solvents.
10.HERBAL TONIC
An herbal tonic is used to help restore, tone and invigorate systems in the body or to promote general health and well-being.
11.COUGH MIXTURES
A soothing blend of herbs, free from sugar, preservatives and colorants. These syrups are made with fresh & dried herbs, water and honey to keep them fresh & viable. reduce cough spasms and encourage expectoration.
12.SUPPOSITORIES
Herbal suppositories are made using herbs and natural butters instead of chemicals and other harsh properties. Basically, a suppository is a single dose bolus or herbal mass made of solid oils or gelatinous semi solids containing herbs and/or essential oils that will melt at body temperature when placed in a body orifice other than the mouth.
13.BEAUTY PRODUCTS
HEALTH & WELLNESS SERVICES
1.Group and Individual Weight Loss Therapy.
2.Physical and Fitness Session
3.Alternative Medical Treatment for Various Ailments.
4.Convalescence Facilities.
5.Phytotherapy (Herbal).
6.Nutrition Therapy
