Chronic back and neck pain are among the most common complaints of clients seeking acupuncture treatment and a high percentage of individuals respond very well to acupuncture for these conditions, usually early on in the treatment plan. A complete resolution of symptoms depends on the underlying cause, opportunities for treatment time and the extent to which any necessary adjustments are made to nutrition, lifestyle, exercise and other perpetuating factors.
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…
For some treatments in the clinic we use TDP heat lamps over the body. Apart from feeling really warm and lovely, the heat lamps help alleviate aches and pains as well as other symptoms by assisting the natural healing process. TDP is an acronym for the Chinese term ‘Teding Diancibo Pu’ (special electromagnetic spectrum). More…
Formulas supplied by Fairwater Health and Wellness are in the forms of concentrated granules / powders, capsules or black coated pills. They are usually taken orally. The powders can also be used topically if combined with other substances to make a paste, or as a foot soak or bath soak (for very young children).
Everyone comes with their own unique and often complex history. When coming in for a consultation with us we will consider your whole state of health and wellbeing – physical, mental and emotional. In Chinese medicine all of these aspects should be in a healthy balanced state in order to conceive well and to prepare…
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.
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.