What a lovely message from a patient who had received acupuncture to help with plantar fasciitis, which is very painful and can affect mobility. My client’s experience is backed up by what is seen in studies of acupuncture for plantar...
Read moreGenetics point towards a holistic approach to back pain
Did you know that you can inherit back pain? A research team from Kings College London and the University of Washington have just published a study that investigated whether genes had any influence on long-term back pain, and the results were...
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 moreHave a lovely Christmas!
I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas. I will be putting up my feet for a week and will be back in the clinic on the 3rd January.
Read moreWhat happens when you have acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a tried and tested system of medicine which is used across the world to restore and maintain good health. You may have considered trying acupuncture but were unsure about what it involves. Rachel Edney, acupuncturist at the Therapy...
Read moreExperience life without period pain
Although it might not be the main reason women come to see me for acupuncture, during the in-depth consultation many report having heavy, irregular or painful periods. Sometimes these symptoms are due to fibroids, which are non-cancerous growths...
Read moreRecent findings in fibromylagia
People with fibromyalgia usually suffer from significant, long-term pain and are plagued by intense tiredness. They are also at risk of depression, whether as a fundamental element of the condition, or as a result of living with such a...
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