Acupuncture

Acupuncture originated from China and over many thousands of years, many styles have emerged. There are a number of different styles in Japan, as well as in Korea. What we practice is not a style as such, but is actually ‘Classical Acupuncture’ and based upon the Japanese interpretations of the Ancient Chinese Classic texts.

Acupuncture together with all the components of Oriental Medicine is well equipped to improve our quality of life, and longevity. Oriental Medicine has been working on millions of people for thousands of years and is capable of giving everyone a better quality of life. 

Our acupuncture treatments are usually enjoyable and always interesting.

Our practitioners focus on the functions of the organs of the body and the way the energy systems and organs support each organ.  Using acupuncture, we circulate energy in the channels (meridians) systems of the body with a focus on the whole body rather than on the smallest parts (of the body) to create a feeling of overall wellbeing.

Acupuncture and moxibustion treatments aim to restore and strengthen the body’s natural ability to heal itself. This is achieved by regulating the flow of energy (Qi), Blood and Fluids in the body using specific meridian points and techniques. This approach can also prevent future problems.

Assuming we are born healthy, lifestyle choices or circumstance are the main reason our bodies become imbalanced.  Over-work, sport, poor diet, emotional stress, lack of sleep and chronic dehydration can all lead to dis-ease.

We determine how to treat an individual via ‘Pulse diagnosis’, and together with palpation, visual assessment and patient information  gathered. This determines the oriental diagnosis and the points and techniques to be used – and yes, acupuncture appears to work on everyone and is suitable for all ages.

Almost all aspects of ill-health may be either rectified, improved or controlled (with a few exceptions). Oriental Medicine focuses on treating the underlying cause of disease because, without a cause, there can be no symptoms.

Conditions That Acupuncture May Help:

• Headaches, migraines, stiff neck, shoulders, joints and back
  Skin conditions and emotional disorders
• Respiratory and cardiovascular conditions
• Digestive and urinary disorders
• Hormonal imbalances – from menarche to menopause
• Fertility issues and problems during and after pregnancy
• Babies from 6 weeks, children to the elderly may benefit from our gentle and highly effective style of acupuncture

What Is Moxibustion?
Moxibustion has a number of techniques that involve the burning of herb (mugwort) on acupuncture points or over local areas to enhance an acupuncture treatment. It has a powerful therapeutic effect on blood circulation and creates a pleasant and satisfy sensation.

How Often Should You Be Treated & How Long Does It Usually Take For Results?
Acute problems can be treated 2 or 3 times a week and are often quickly resolved. Chronic problems (more than 3 months) are typically treated weekly. A number of factors determine the number of treatments that are required- how long you have had the problem, your age, if the problem is genetic and lifestyle factors contributing to the problem. Results are sometimes surprisingly fast in some cases, even for some chronic problems.