ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body; it has been practiced for over 2000 years as a method of balancing the body and restoring health. Western Acupuncture, a modified version of traditional Chinese Acupuncture however is based on a medical diagnosis.

Benefits of Acupuncture:

  • Induces relaxation and the management of pain via a release of opioids which relaxes muscles, joints and reduces inflammation

  • Boosts the immune system which increases antibodies to destroy antigens which may help improve asthma and hay fever.

  • Reduces anxiety, stress and improves a sense of wellbeing

  • Causes an inflammatory response which in turn dilates the blood vessels to increase blood supply enabling more nutrients and oxygen to reach the tissues.

  • Balances hormones

Treatments

Since the 1970’s acupuncture has spread to the Western world and regarded as a safe and effective treatment to manage a wide variety of conditions including:

  • Fertility

  • menopause

  • Pain

  • Gynaecological issues

  • Digestive complaints

  • Migraine

  • Sciatica

  • Osteoarthritis and Gout

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Frozen Shoulder

  • Hay fever

  • Nervous Tension

  • Depression

  • Nausea as a result of pregnancy or chemotherapy

  • Bell’s Palsy and Trigeminal Neuralgia (TGM)

  • Asthma and Bronchitis

  • Cerebrovascular Accident

  • Cystitis

  • Dermatological issues

  • Dyspepsia

  • Haemorrhoids

  • Hiatus Hernia

  • Hyperhidrosis

  • Nocternal Enuresis

  • Peptic Ulcer

  • Petit Mal

  • Sinusitis and Rhinitis

  • Tinnitus

Fertility

Acupuncture is the most popular alternative treatment to assist couples with fertility issues. In many cases acupuncture alone can assist couples in conceiving by:

  • Regulating hormones

  • Helping to tackle issues such as endometriosis and polycystic ovaries

  • Increasing blood flow to reproductive system

  • Inducing relaxation

  • Research has shown acupuncture along with assisted reproduction therapy have a higher success rate of conceiving.

Cosmetic Acupuncture

Acupuncture has historically been used to treat facial conditions for example TGM and migraines. Traditional acupuncture has a longstanding history of facial enhancement however only recently has facial enhancement acupuncture been sought in the Western world as an alternative to invasive treatments. Cosmetic facial acupuncture has gained its reputation for rejuvenating the skin, lifting various facial muscles, toning the skin as well as the elimination of fine lines and wrinkles.

The insertion of needles into the face stimulates the muscles to lift the face; needles in fine lines and wrinkles cause a healing response in which natural collagen is produced and in turn ‘fills out’ the line or wrinkle. The results are subtle and require maintenance to give long term, natural results.

A holistic approach is taken in acupuncture facial enhancement, treatment will also be given for relaxation, lifestyle advice will be offered and a facial massage to complete session.

What to Expect

Your first treatment will last approximately 1 hour to gain a full detailed history and carryout the treatment. Each subsequent visit will last 30 - 40 minutes. You will require 8-10 treatments and recommended 2 treatments per week for the first 2 weeks and weekly thereafter. Booster sessions may be required on a monthly or 6 monthly basis depending on your condition.

Possible Side Effects

Common positive side effects of acupuncture include improvement in sleep, relaxation, improved sense of wellbeing and increased levels of energy.

Negative side effects of acupuncture are rare however you may experience bruising at the site of needle insertion, drowsiness, nausea or dizziness.

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