Acupuncture Introduction
Acupuncture is a safe and effective practice, which can be used alongside conventional medicine in the treatment of acute and chronic conditions. These might include anxiety states, arthritis, asthma, back pain, circulatory problems, depression, digestive disorders, facial paralysis, fibrositis, high blood pressure, migraines, rheumatism, sciatica, skin conditions or ulcers. It has proved to be effective in pregnancy management and the relief of pain in labour. Acupuncture is also helpful for people trying to overcome addictions such as those related to smoking, alcohol, food or drugs.
Some people may choose to have acupuncture as a preventative measure to strengthen their constitution, or because they feel unwell in themselves without being ill in the Western sense. As with any therapy, the response to acupuncture can vary from one person to another.
How does it work?
Traditional acupuncture is an ancient Chinese system of healing which enables a person to achieve a more balanced physical and emotional state. Its philosophy is that in good health there is a continuous smooth flow of energy (Qi or Chi) through channels within the body. Illnesses, injury or emotional stress can disturb the smooth flow of Qi, leading to a range of symptoms and often the loss of a sense of well-being. The acupuncturist aims to balance the flow of Qi by inserting fine needles into specific points on the body. A person receiving acupuncture will often report both an improvement in symptoms and an increased sense of well-being.
All our practitioners are:
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Fully qualified graduates of leading colleges of complementary medicine.
Members of their appropriate professional bodies, bound by relevant codes of practice.
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Committed to continually improving and updating their practice.
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Able to work co-operatively with practitioners of conventional medicine to help each patient to optimal health.
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Dedicated to the principle that every person and condition is unique
