Acupuncture is fast becoming recognised as a safe and reliable method of treatment for many conditions - millions of people world-wide have benefited from this very effective therapy.
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Acupuncture is fast becoming recognised as a safe and reliable method of treatment for many conditions - millions of people world-wide have benefited from this very effective therapy.
Recent Western research is confirming the reason for the 3,000 year old survival of this tried and tested therapy: it works for many conditions.
Maybe you have had acupuncture before and therefore know about it, or you have been recommended to try it out, either by your GP, hearsay, a friend or relative.
We aim to inform you the best we can on questions you might have about acupuncture, and most importantly, if it might help your condition.
What Does Acupuncture Treat?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has produced a long list of conditions for which Traditional Chinese Medicine such as Acupuncture is of benefit.
This includes: asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, migraine and headaches, indigestion, constipation, IBS, osteo-and rheumatoid arthritis, back/neck and shoulder/knee pain, strains and sprains and other soft tissue injuries, PMT, irregular or painful periods, menopause, fluid retention, skin disorders and neurological disorders such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, insomnia and following cardiovascular accidents such as a stroke. In addition, acupuncture is used for addictions to smoking, alcohol, drugs and other substances.
We also see encouraging results for fertility treatments and support with IVF treatments. It is an excellent treatment for many pregnancy ailments, and a treatment of choice to prepare oneself for a more effective labour. It is also very effective for anxiety and depression, stress and tiredness.
Acupuncture is especially good for pain relief, from musculoskeletal pain, plantar fasciitis to Trigeminal neuralgia and Shingles.
How does Acupuncture work?
Acupuncture has been shown to raise levels of specific hormones, prostaglandins, white blood cells, gamma-globulins and anti-bodies generally.
It releases endorphins, our natural pain killers and "Feel Good" chemicals. Other theories involve the central nervous system and the cardio-vascular system.
Traditional Chinese Medicine believes the body and mind are to be kept in a fine balance of Yin and Yang to resist disease, and one of the ways is to keep Qi (Chi) flowing smoothly throughout the body.
This Qi flows through energy channels called meridians, on which acupuncture points are located. Injury and disease interrupt this smooth flow of Qi , which is restored through the use of acupuncture, thereby promoting good health.
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Acupuncture, Cupping, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Womens Health
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