Acupuncture can be really helpful in the management of menopausal symptoms and I see many women in my clinic who find they have fewer hot flashes and sleep better when they have regular acupuncture treatment. Current research supports my own...
Read moreAnxiety and depression in teenagers
In September this year I had the opportunity to hear Rebecca Avern, an acupuncturist with a special interest in paediatrics, speak about the causes and treatment of anxiety and depression in teenagers. What did I learn that I can pass on to you...
Read moreA day in the life of an acupuncturist
The work of an acupuncturist is interesting and varied and every day I see how acupuncture can make a positive difference to people’s lives. Confidentiality is essential so I have changed the names and clinical details in the cases below to...
Read moreAcupuncture for pain
Chronic pain affects between one-third and one-half of the population of the UK. It can dramatically reduce quality of life and prevent people from working or enjoying an active life. Acupuncture is a safe, effective and evidence-based option in...
Read moreFed up with chronic pain? Laser therapy is painless, safe and effective
Laser acupuncture: The no needle alternative Laser acupuncture is a safe, painless and effective no-needle alternative to traditional acupuncture. This makes it a valuable option for young children or those with a needle phobia who still want to...
Read moreFertility Research Round Up May 2018
The two recently published papers stand out this month. They are the Cochrane Reviews on the impact of follicular flushing during egg retrieval in assisted reproductive techniques (ART), and the review of research into metabolomics for improving...
Read moreFertility Research Round Up April 2018
So what have we learnt about how to improve our chances of pregnancy over the last few months? I have scoured the results published in the journals to find out what is new and useful for people trying to conceive. During procedures such as IVF...
Read moreHow many acupuncture sessions will I need to improve my fertility?
If you have had difficulty in conceiving then you will be keen to give yourself the best chance of becoming pregnant possible. You will have probably looked into making changes to your life that will help, such as improving your diet, keeping at...
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If you are looking on keeping up to date on the latest findings in fertility research then I hope you will find this summary of research useful. The notes below are on studies published in various journals during January and February 2018. I have...
Read moreAcupuncture in studies and practice
I like to keep an eye on the studies that have been published regarding acupuncture therapy, and will sometimes mention them in this blog if they have been published in a respected peer-reviewed journal. Anyone with an interest in this area will...
Read moreAre you interested in a Fertility Support Group in Pembrokeshire?
If you have been experiencing difficulties conceiving and live in Pembrokeshire then you are not alone. A new support group is starting on 27th February 2018, with further meetings planned on the last Tuesday of every month between 7–9 pm. The...
Read moreNew Year wishes
It is the last day of 2017 and now just a small step into 2018. This has been my first year working from our clinic, the Therapy Rooms, in Pembroke Dock and it has been every bit as satisfying and interesting as I hoped it would be. I feel so...
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