What is Acupunture?

Acupuncture is an ancient system of healing developed by the Chinese and has been practiced in China for thousands of years. It was first brought into Europe in the 17th Century. It is a system of diagnosis and treatment enabling a free flow of Energy or Qi (Chi) throughout the body. Needles are used to stimulate the bodies Qi to maintain a balance flow.

Does it Hurt?
Generally not, many patients feel relaxed during and after treatment although some points can give a slight discomfort.

What can it Treat?
Acupuncture can treat a wide variety of conditions; back pain, neck pain, headaches, arthritic conditions, sports injuries, stress, anxiety, gastrointestinal and gynecological problems, skin disorders can all be treated. It is also used to correct disharmonies or ill health caused by Stress, Anger, Grief, Infections, Hereditary Factors and Trauma.

What Illnesses can it help?

• Breathing and Lung Problems - Asthma, Bronchitis, Coughs, Colds, Hay Fever

• Circulatory Problems - Angina, Heart conditions, Low or High blood pressure, Palpitations, Stroke, Varicose veins.

• Digestive & Bowel Complaints - Nausea, Indigestion, Stomach Ulcers, Colitis, Vomiting, Constipation, IBS., Diarrhoea.

• Ear, Eye, Nose, Mouth and Throat Disorders - Conjunctivitis, Dry eyes, Sinusitis, Sore throats, Nose bleeds, Chronic catarrh, Tinnitus.

• Emotional - Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic Attacks, Insomnia.

• Joint Problems and Pain - Rheumatoid arthritis, Headaches.

• Pregnancy - Lower back pain, Morning sickness, Postnatal depression.

• Skin Conditions - Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis urtcaria.

• Reproductive and Urinary Problems - Cystitis, Infertility, Kidney stones.