WHAT IS MOXIBUSTION? In Chinese Medicine, moxibustion (commonly known as moxa) is a key treatment in a number of complaints. Moxa is made from a herb called mugwort. If I think moxa will be beneficial for you I will place the moxa either directly on the skin or I willRead more
Gua Sha (pronounced GwaShah) is an Eastern Medicine scraping technique. I apply oil to the skin, then treat the area with a rounded tool. This repetitive scraping action gradually brings up petechiae, tiny pinpricks on the skin which are usually purple or red. The procedure is pain-free and the markingsRead more
In this article, I will explain how you can get the maximum benefit from your treatments, specifically acupuncture combined with massage and how they can complement each other. Acupuncture is an ancient holistic treatment which can work very well alongside a variety of western medical therapies. Sports massage fights stress, tightRead more
So you have taken the leap and booked your first acupuncture treatment. Now you are wondering what to expect. Here are the 6 things you can expect at an acupuncture treatment with any acupuncturist with whom you book. Thorough Consultation Read more
“Does Acupuncture Hurt?“ is the question that people who haven’t had acupuncture always ask me. Well, my answer is that some people are more sensitive than others, and some points are more sensitive than others. But I also always tell that it is nothing like pricking yourself with a needle orRead more
So you have decided to take control of your health and have plucked up the courage to try acupuncture. Preparing for the first acupuncture session can be really just as easy as following the following eight steps. Preparing for the first acupuncture session in eight steps 1. Plan your first acupunctureRead more