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Acupuncture is a technique of inserting and manipulating fine filiform needles into specific points on the body with the aim of relieving pain and for therapeutic purposes. Note that these needles are much finer than the needles used for injections which clients will have experienced. 
Acupuncture therapy regulates the flow of Qi(Chi) and Blood, tonifying where there is deficiency, draining where there is excess, and promoting free flow where there is stagnation.
TCM operates on the human body as a whole, and that involves several “systems of function” generally named after anatomical organs but not directly associated with them.
Disease is understood as a loss of balance of Yin, Yang, Qi and Blood. Work on the disease is attempted by modifying the activity of one or more systems of function through the activity of needles, pressure, heat, etc. on sensitive parts of the body of small volume traditionally called “acupuncture points”.
Most of the main acupuncture points are found on the “twelve main meridians” and two of the “eight extra meridians” (Du Mai and Ren Mai) a total of “fourteen channels”. The first twelve channels correspond to systems of function: Lung, Large Intestine, Stomach, Spleen, Heart, Small Intestine, Bladder, Kidney, Pericardium, San Jiao (an intangible, also known as Triple Burner), Gall Bladder, and Liver. Other pathways include the Eight Extraordinary Pathways (Qi Jing Ba Mai). Ashi (tender) points are generally used for reduction or elimination of local pain.
Safety
Acupuncture needles penetrate the skin, and as such is an invasive procedure, where minor bleeding after removal of the needles, is seen in roughly 3% of patients; About 2% of patients experience minor bruising, which usually goes away after a few days; About 1% of patients have a conscious or unconscious fear of needles which can produce dizziness and other symptoms of anxiety.
What can acupuncture help with?
Below is a list of diseases and conditions which have been reported as being helped by acupuncture safely, and which the World Health Organisation lists acupuncture as benefiting or potentially benefiting.
Also note that in the first instance we always advise that you consult your GP for any health concerns you have, and that any alternative health therapy you consider should not prevent you from seeking such medical advice, nor from following any medical treatment the GP, or any other health professional, may advise you to undergo.
Psychological & Emotional Disorders
Addictions;
Anxiety;
Depression;
Insomnia;
Panic Attacks;
Stress
Skin Disorders
Acne;
Allergies;
Eczema;
Psoriasis;
Shingles
Respiratory Disorders
Asthma;
Bronchitis;
Catarrh;
Coughs & Colds
Eye, Nose & Ear Disorders
Conjunctivitis;
Rhinitis;
Hay Fever;
Tinnitus
Digestive Disorders
Colitis;
Constipation;
Diarrhoea;
Gum Disease;
IBS;
Haemorrhoids;
Heartburn;
Hiatus Hernia;
Ulcers
Musculo-skeletal Disorders
Arthritis;
Rheumatism;
Frozen Shoulder;
Muscular Pain;
Back Pain;
Repetitive Strain Injury;
Sciatica;
Tennis Elbow
Circulatory & Heart Disorders
Angina;
High Blood Pressure;
Palpitations;
Raynaulds Disease
Women’s Health
Menopausal Issues (hot flushes, night sweats);
Menstrual Issues (PMS, Pain, Irregularity);
Fibroids;
Polycystic Ovarian Disease;
Pregnancy;
Preparation for Birth
Miscellaneous Disorders
Cystitis;
Dizziness;
Headaches;
Migraines;
Fatigue;
Tiredness;
Infertility
For aesthetic benefit:
To help weight control
- Balancing gastroacid production and appetites
- Regulating hormone levels
- Increasing body energy
To maintain skin health
- Relaxes muscle tone
- Increases circulation
- Increases collagen production
- Tightens the pores, and brightens the eyes
- Keeps acne under control
- Nourishes the skin, giving you a healthy complexion with a natural glow
- Moisturizes the skin from the inside, and gives rosy cheeks to people with dull, tired looking skin
To prevent cellulite
- Improves metabolic function
- Detoxifies tissues
- Relieves stress
- Promotes elimination of fat and cellulite
- Smooths and firms skin
- Activates fluid circulation
- Helps to eliminate “orange peel” appearance of the skin
