ACUPUNCTURE

Both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine has been used successfully for thousands of years for the treatment of a wide range of conditions. Acupuncture focuses on inserting needs into specific points along the meridians to restore the balance of the body. Acupuncture does not only work on the point of the injury but also the whole body. Needles during acupuncture stay in place for approximately 20 minutes and usually no more than 6-10 needles are used per treatment session. Acupuncture is painless, as it may come as a surprise to many of you.

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Moxibustion and Cupping:

Moxibustion is the therapeutic method of applying the stimulation of heat generated by the burning of leaves of the herb Artemisia. In Chinese medicine, certain conditions accumulate cold and dampness from the environment resulting in making joints stiff and muscles weak. Moxa warms these areas and improved circulation, relieving discomfort and aiding in healing.

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Conditions Treated:

Musculoskeletal- lower back pain, joint pain, sciatica, arthritis, sports injuries

Respiratory- sinus problems, hay fever, allergies, asthma

Gastrointestinal - constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, heartburn, reflux

Cardiovascular - angina, high blood pressure, low blood pressure

Women's health- irregular periods, some fertility disorders, menopausal symptoms

Pregnancy - morning sickness, heartburn, lower back pain,

Neurological- headaches, shingles, Meniere's disease, tinnitus, insomnia

Metabolic disorders- chronic fatigue syndrome, hormonal irregularities, adrenal insufficiency.

Psychological disorders- post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, smoking/drug addiction.

Men's Health- fertility, erectile dysfunction, prostate difficulties, hair loss.

Other - Skin conditions, sports performance, bladder disorders, skin beauty treatments.

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Is there an age limit for acupuncture?

There is no age limit for treatment- everyone from babies to adults can benefit from treatment.

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What should I wear?

Please arrive in comfortable clothing, bringing your owns or a loose top or singlet can assist us but we do have these available for you here.

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Treatment of Lower Back Pain

There are benefits for utilizing acupuncture in treating your lower back pain. Acupuncture works meridian and/or energy pathways of the entire body, the results are not only a decreases in pain levels but also improves overall general health. The World Health Organisation has endorsed acupuncture as a treatment of lower back pain for more than 20 years. ALL New Zealand Registered Acupuncturists are recognised ACC treatment providers and your back pain will be covered by ACC if you seek acupuncture as a treatment method.

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