Initial acupuncture treatment visit

Please be prepared to stay for approximately 1-1.5 hours on the first treatment, which includes the initial consultation and treatment. This includes talking about the nature of your main complaint, any other complaints, your health history and general health.

Following this, there is a brief examination. This involves palpating your pulse, examining your tongue and taking your blood pressure if necessary. Pulse taking is an integral part of Chinese medicine and we tend to take your pulses often throughout your treatments. The pulse reading give acupuncturists information about your health as well as how the treatment is progressing.

Acupuncture needles will be placed into acupoints, which are located along the meridians in which Qi (Chi) flows through. Everything in life is imbued with Qi and these acupoints are where the Qi is most attainable and easily stimulated. The disposable, sterile needles will sit in place for 30 to 45 minutes whilst you relax or may be quickly removed, depending on the treatment principles.

Things to consider before arriving for treatment

Make sure to eat something light an hour or two hours before arriving.

Try to avoid the intake of caffeine or pain medications.

Wear loose fitting clothes.

Bring a list of medications you are taking if it possible.

Don't brush tongue.

Chronic and Acute Pain

Stiff neck, Neck and back pain, Sciatica, Knee pain, Muscle pain, Headaches, Tennis elbow, Cramps, Sprains, Bursitis, Arthritis, Tendonitis, Sports injuries

Digestive System

Ulcers, Indigestion, Stomach pain, Loss of appetite, Anorexia, Hiccups, Colitis, Intestinal disorders, Diarrhea, Constipation, Bloating, Liver and gallbladder disorder, Vomiting, Food allergies.

Respiratory System

Allergies, Asthma, Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Emphysema, Laryngitis, Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Cough colds, Flu, Sore throat.

Circulatory System

Cold limbs, Swelling, Edema, Hypertension, Hypotension.

Urinary System

Overactive bladder, Benign prostatic hyperplasia, Cystitis, Urinary tract infections, Involuntary loss of urine, Difficulty urinating.

Genital System

Painful menstruation, Irregular Menstruation, Heavy menstruation, Menopause, Libido disorders, Impotence, Infertility.

Auditory and ocular System

Deafness, Pain in the ears, Conjunctivitis.

Vegetative nervous System

Nervousness, Anxiety, Insomnia, Nervous tics, Phobias, Depression, General fatigue.

Nervous System

Migraines, Post-stroke recover, Bell's palsy, Trigeminal neuralgia, Peripheral neuropathy, Loss of balance, Multiple sclerosis, Epilepsy, Parkinson's symptopms, Vertigo, Numbness.

Dermatology System

Eczema, Shingles, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Acne.

Immune System

Recurrent infections, Cancer support.

Others

Diabetes, Arteriosclerosis, Cholesterol, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, Anemia, Weight control.

Chronic and Acute Pain

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Chronic and Acute Pain

We frequently use a machine rather like a little TENS machine to help balance the body. Many acupuncturists attach crocodile clips to the needles to help boost the treatment but we prefer to use copper tubes, which we get our clients to hold so that a better and more even circuit is achieved around the body. The frequency on which the machine is set helps to achieve homeostasis (balance) via neurotransmitter action.

It also releases endorphins and natural cortisone, which has a pain relieving effect (e.g. for painful periods) ---- Enhances the immune system, Increases blood flow to the organs, Releases anti-stress hormones, Helps ovulation, Helps to correct irregular cycles.