2024 is the Year of the Wood Dragon, beginning on February 10th, 2024, and concluding on January 28th, 2025. Wood Dragon years like 1964 and 2024, are incredibly rare. They only come around once every 60 years, bringing a special kind of energy. According to Chinese astrology, the Wood element represents calmness, loyalty, and reliability,…
As the festive season unfolds and the air fills with the warmth of joy, it’s crucial to prioritise your well-being amidst the hustle and bustle. This holiday season, we invite you to embrace the spirit of giving back to yourself. Whether you’re seeking relief from holiday stress or aiming to start the new year on…
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Chinese cupping therapy is an ancient practice that offers a range of health benefits, from pain relief to relaxation. This technique involves placing special cups on the skin to create a vacuum, which gently draws the skin and underlying tissues upward. While it might leave temporary circular marks on the skin, the advantages it offers are truly remarkable.
Acupuncture can be a helpful treatment for sciatica, a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the lower back, hips, legs, and feet. By targeting the underlying inflammation and compression of the sciatic nerve, acupuncture can reduce pain, promote circulation, release muscle tension, and stimulate the body’s natural healing mechanisms.
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…
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medical therapy that involves burning dried mugwort herb over specific points on the body to stimulate healing. Moxibustion is performed by a licensed acupuncturist or practitioner trained in this technique. The heat from the burning herb helps to increase blood flow, relieve pain, and boost immunity, making it a popular…
Chinese New Year 2023 is here, and it’s time to celebrate with family and friends! The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most important traditional festival in China and is celebrated on the first day of the Chinese lunar calendar, which fell on January 22nd. This year’s zodiac sign is…
Our clinic will be closed from Wednesday 21 Dec 2022 through to 2 January 2023. If you would like to make a booking for acupuncture, Chinese medicine or massage in January, you can either: 1: Fill out and send the web contact form on the website; or 2: Email clinic@fairwaterhealth.com.au. Emails will be returned within…
Here’s something a little bit different, why not give a gift of health this Christmas (or any other time)? Fairwater Health and Wellness gift vouchers can be made out for any amount and used anytime. Ask next visit, email or call to purchase.