Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient system of complementary medicine that has been practiced for over 2,000 years. Traditional acupuncture is based on a model of balance and equilibrium, which has been refined and developed over time and is widely accepted throughout the world.
Our Acupuncturist has retired. If you are interested in practicing as an Acupuncturist at our clinic, or know anyone who might be, we would love to hear from you!
About Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient system of complementary medicine that has been practiced for over 2,000 years. It developed as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with an outlook different to Western Medicine. It sees the body as an interaction of energies that maintain homeostasis and therefore health. You might have a pain in your shoulder or be finding it difficult to get pregnant, but the underlying cause could be linked to a deeper imbalance.
The aim of every treatment is to stimulate the body’s own response, to restore and maintain health, by inserting a small number of very fine needles into acupuncture points along meridian lines to re-establish the smooth flow of Qi (pronounced ‘chee’).
Qi is also known as “vital”, or “metabolic”, energy and in Chinese Medicine underlies balance within the body. When Qi becomes blocked or depleted, the result is illness or pain. Each patient is treated individually and two patients with the same Western Medical diagnosis will not necessarily receive the same treatment.
Five Element Acupuncture is a part of TCM that looks at the body as though controlled by five different qualities which need to be in balance for health. Your practitioner will make their diagnosis, through taking a medical history, examining your tongue and feeling your pulse. will gently place their needles at positions that relieve blockages, stimulate weakness, or calm the tissue down, to restore balance.
They may also use Moxibustion (Heat from a herbal stick) in conjunction with needles or on its own. TCM practitioners also advice on lifestyle and diet, according to traditional principles.
What does it treat?
Acupuncture is a system of medicine that is considered to be beneficial for a wide range of illnesses and symptoms, here are a few for which there is some evidence of its help.
Anxiety and Depression
Abdominal pain
- Allergies
- Allergic Rhinitis
Cancer Pain
- Chronic Back Pain
- Dental Pain
- Diabetes
Headaches
Hypertension
- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Induction of Labour
- Knee Pain
- Neck Pain
- Menstrual Cramps
Malposition of foetus
- Migrains
- Morning Sickness
- Nausea & Vomitting
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Headaches
- Sciatica
- Stroke
- Tennis Elbow
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What our customers say
“Many years ago, I had a frozen shoulder after an accident which physiotherapy and even surgery did not help. I had 2 acupuncture appointments and it was freed, so when I got Sciatica I went straight to Damon and in just one appointment it disappeared. Then 3 days before my son’s wedding I got bursitis diagnosed by my GP who advised acupuncture. I went straight to Damon, and once again, one appointment saved “the day “as I'd spent a fortune on that dress. I was so thankful.”
“My family have been treated by Damon for a number of years and have benefitted immensely. From migraine and joint pain to low energy and low mood and always a listening ear. The list is endless! We highly recommend Damon, and frequently do!”
“Damon brings a kind and empathetic approach to acupuncture to add to the efficacy of the treatment.”
“Recently I got blinding headaches that came from nowhere, had MRI scans etc, couldn’t detect why. Went to Damon, and once again, he worked his magic on me. I would heartily recommend Damon as a fantastic, very professional, health practitioner. I have recommended him to several friends who have all had successful outcomes with Damon. I cannot sing his praises more fervently. Acupuncture is painless, non-invasive and really does work!”
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