About Acupuncture
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine are part of an ancient form of medicine that have been practised for over 2,500 years. Find out more about the benefits of this holistic health modality and how it are used today for supporting clients living with either acute or chronic conditions.
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What is Traditional Chinese Medicine?
It has been estimated that Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture, was developed in China up to 2,500 years ago.
Primarily used as a preventative healthcare system, it has deviated very little since its inception and has somewhat withstood the test of time being that it is still extensively in use today.
TCM offers various treatment options for many health conditions and symptoms both acute and chronic in nature. The theory of TCM originates on the Chinese philosophical concept of Yin and Yang, which defines both opposing but interconnected complementing forces.
Its principles pertain that the body is governed by energy (Qi and Blood), which flows via an intricate series of organ systems, along a connection of pathways and channels. When this flow of energy is unrestricted and smooth, all organ systems are functioning well, and the body is in a state of harmony. When there are blockages and stagnation within these channels, the flow of energy is blocked and disturbed which in-turn leads the body into a state of disharmony. This energetic imbalance is therefore believed to be the cause of illness, dis-ease and suffering.
The blockages of energy within the body are referred to as patterns of disharmony; an underlying root cause responsible for health conditions and diseases and can be caused individually or in combination by emotional distress, physical trauma or injury, improper diet, excessive overwork and lifestyle choices or environmental influences.
Primarily used as a preventative healthcare system, it has deviated very little since its inception and has somewhat withstood the test of time being that it is still extensively in use today.
TCM offers various treatment options for many health conditions and symptoms both acute and chronic in nature. The theory of TCM originates on the Chinese philosophical concept of Yin and Yang, which defines both opposing but interconnected complementing forces.
Its principles pertain that the body is governed by energy (Qi and Blood), which flows via an intricate series of organ systems, along a connection of pathways and channels. When this flow of energy is unrestricted and smooth, all organ systems are functioning well, and the body is in a state of harmony. When there are blockages and stagnation within these channels, the flow of energy is blocked and disturbed which in-turn leads the body into a state of disharmony. This energetic imbalance is therefore believed to be the cause of illness, dis-ease and suffering.
The blockages of energy within the body are referred to as patterns of disharmony; an underlying root cause responsible for health conditions and diseases and can be caused individually or in combination by emotional distress, physical trauma or injury, improper diet, excessive overwork and lifestyle choices or environmental influences.
During your initial consultation, your pulse will be taken to help diagnose and form a treatment plan
How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture involves the practice of inserting thin, fine needles into the skin at specific locations throughout the body, known as acupuncture points.
The aim is to influence and direct the flow of energy or life force (Qi) along the channels, opening and unblocking the stagnation and encouraging the body to restore and return back to a state of harmony and balance.
The acupuncture needles can be stimulated to activate Qi through gentle and precise movements of the practitioner's fingers or with the uses of moxibustion or electrical stimulation to restore balance of the body’s Qi and promote relaxation and healing.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recognises a wide variety of conditions with strong evidence supporting the effectiveness of acupuncture.
The aim is to influence and direct the flow of energy or life force (Qi) along the channels, opening and unblocking the stagnation and encouraging the body to restore and return back to a state of harmony and balance.
The acupuncture needles can be stimulated to activate Qi through gentle and precise movements of the practitioner's fingers or with the uses of moxibustion or electrical stimulation to restore balance of the body’s Qi and promote relaxation and healing.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recognises a wide variety of conditions with strong evidence supporting the effectiveness of acupuncture.
