Acupuncture is a form of wholistic healing and health support with its foundations in ancient Chinese Medicine. The theory recognises illness or discomfort as an imbalance of a person’s Qi (chee) or Life Force and this affects the body, mind and spirit.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive herbal medicine system that is used to diagnose and treat illness, prevent disease and improve well-being. It supports the energetic framework of the body to balance the flow of vital energy known as Qi (“chee”). If Qi is deficient, in excess, stagnant or scattered, then disease often follows….
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is caused by an overreaction of the immune system to allergens such as pollen, dust mites, and animal dander. Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, congestion, and itchy eyes. Traditional treatments for allergic rhinitis include antihistamines, decongestants, and…
Special needles are applied through the skin into specific ‘channel’ points of the body, with each point having its own therapeutic benefits. The needles are inserted into the skin and muscles at various depths – as is appropriate for that particular area of the body. For example, a needle in the wrist area will not…
Remedial massage is for musculoskeletal and stress relief
The practitioner usually prescribes formulas rather than individual herbs. Formulas are groups of herbs working together in complement. A group of herbs is usually safer and better suited to deal with a complicated clinical condition. Lastly, there will be an accurate adherence to the long tradition that ensures the effectiveness and safety of prescriptions given…
A simple treatment plan for a short IVF cycle may look something like this: Initial acupuncture treatment and prescribed Chinese herbs within 2 weeks of the beginning of menses. Continuation of herbs and ongoing acupuncture once weekly, including 2 on the day of embryo transfer (ET) – one before ET, and one after, both ideally…