Acupuncture originated in China more than 3000 years ago is a complex medical system that is used to diagnose and treat illness, prevent disease and improve well being.
It involves the insertion of extremely fine pre-sterilised needles at predetermined points on the body’s surface to restore health on a physical, psychological and emotional level.
Acupuncture can be used alone or combined with other forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
In TCM the human body is seen as an energy system. The Chinese call this vital system Qi (pronounced ‘Chee’) The Qi flows along specific pathways (Meridians) in the body.
The severity of the illness and the location of the illness will depend on where and how the flow of Qi has been affected. Acupuncture can directly balance the flow of Qi in order to restore health.
The World Health Organisation recognises Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a viable means of treatment for a wide range of conditions.
Typical Conditions Treated
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Shoulder Pain
Neck Pain
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Back Pain
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
Neurological Conditions
Headaches
Migraines
Insomnia
Dizziness
Cardiovascular Conditions
High or Low Blood Pressure
Fluid Retention
Poor Circulation
Angina
Digestive System Disorders
Reflux Oesophagitis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Uro-Genital Disorders
Cystitis
Urinary Retention
Incontinence
Gynecological and Obstetric
Complaints
Infertility, Male and Female
Painful, Heavy or Irregular
Periods
Premenstrual Tension
Menopausal Problems
Morning Sickness
Respiratory Conditions
COPD (Chronic
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Pulmonary Hypertension
Emphysema
Cystic Fibrosis
Asthma
Bronchitis
Sinusitis
Sore Throat
Frequent Colds
Psychological Conditions
Depression
Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Addictions
Childrens Conditions
Colic
Bed Wetting
Frequent Colds
Other Conditions
General Fatigue, ME and
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Allergies
Skin Problems
Sports Injuries
Infertility
Loss of Libido
Tinnitus
If you are having trouble with any of these conditions, contact me - I can help
Moxibustion is a form of gentle and relaxing heat treatment that can be applied in the clinic or by the patient in their own home environment. It is very effective for certain types of painful or inflammatory conditions.
Cupping
Ba Guan – Cupping therapy has been used in China for thousands of years. The earliest records of its use date from 28 AD. Cupping regulates the flow of Qi and blood by drawing out and eliminating pathogenic factors.
Dietary Therapy
TCM places a lot of importance on the type and quality of food we eat and our eating habits. How we eat is as important as what we eat. Food therapy is a vast area within TCM and each patient needs to be assessed individually.
Prescribed Herbs
Prescribed Herbs are mixed by the practitioner according to individual patient symptoms and diagnosis. Generally speaking they are more effective than patented medicines because they are tailored specifically to the individual. They are generally taken as a tea.
Prepared Herbal Prescription
Patent Herbs are premixed herb combinations according to traditional formulas. They are usually in the form of a pill, a capsule, or in a liquid. The advantages are that they are convenient, easy to take and inexpensive.
Qi Gong
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese method of nourishing your life by focusing on energy, intelligence and the spirit. Qi Gong methods are simple to learn and easy to practise. However, Qi Gong methods are never random.
Most treatments are covered by the main Health Insurance providers
