Acupuncture for health
22 Aug 2014Acupuncture 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. The process aims to rebalance this energy by encouraging the body to heal itself. When to see an acupuncturist Acupuncture works in lots[...]
Moxibustion feels great
27 Apr 2014Moxibustion literally means the combustion of moxa. 'Moxa' describes the chalk-like cigar shaped compound of the Mugwort plant (Artemisia vulgaris). As the tip burns the moxa stick releases heat energy and a warm a smoky, spicy odour, which facilitates the expulsion of cold and dampness when held close to body channel points (see Acupuncture). More succinctly, moxa warms meridians to [...]
Fertility and IVF Preparation
27 Apr 2014Many Australian ART and IVF clinics now either encourage or directly offer acupuncture fertility treatment routinely to couples embarking upon an assisted reproduction journey. Acupuncture is thought to boost and improve male sperm production and in females, to promote optimal hormonal balance, increase blood circulation at the uterus, and reduce the likelihood of miscarriage. Further, when [...]
Allergy treatments
27 Apr 2014Inflammation of the nasal mucosa and sinuses (often called allergic rhinitis) is interpreted in TCM as an imbalance in Qi distribution. Symptoms can be alleviated by re-balancing the Qi using acupuncture and Chinese herbs. Allergy treatment with TCM can significantly attenuate allergic reactions and in some cases help the sufferer tolerate the causal element - pollen for example. It also[...]
Anxiety and depression relief
26 Mar 2014Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental disorders worldwide. Acupuncture and other complementary therapies are now properly recognised as effective and safe treatments for anxiety, depression and other illnesses. There are a variety of causes of anxiety; all have different treatments. A person’s personality, behaviour or thinking style can make them more susceptible to [...]
Pain treatment and management
26 Mar 2014Pain is the most widely researched indication for acupuncture, with hundreds of well designed clinical trials involving thousands of patients leading to firm conclusions on efficacy and positive health outcomes. There are a good number of meta-analyses of these trials in the literature. Chronic discomfort in the muscles and joints make everyday life miserable and over time can [...]
Antenatal care for mums
26 Mar 2014Antenatal care for uncomfortable pregnancies (is there any other kind??!!). Fairwater cares for mums and bubs to be with acupuncture and TCM for safe and effective treatments. There are many treatable issues but the main ones are lower back, neck and shoulder pain, nausea, heartburn, oedema, constipation, varicose veins, haemorrhoids anxiety and depression. As a general guide, acupuncture can be [...]
