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Maggie Moore

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Acupuncture is an ancient system of medicine. The earliest acupuncture books were written over two thousand years ago and today, world-wide, there are over three million practitioners.
Acupuncture began with the discovery that stimulating certain areas of the skin affected the functioning of specific organs. In time, a sophisticated map of the body was developed, consisting of twelve main meridians or channels each corresponding to a different organ, and countless smaller interconnecting channels.

According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health is dependent on the body's vital energy, known as Qi, moving in a smooth and balanced way through the meridians. If this energy flow is blocked or disrupted, ill health may result in the corresponding organ system.

Western medicine describes the functioning of our bodies as homeostatic, which means that it responds to changes in the external environment in such a way as to maintain a stable internal state. Mostly we don't have to think about this as our autonomic nervous system, hormones and other mechanisms work to regulate blood pressure, temperature, blood sugar levels, acidity, heart rate, etc. In Chinese medicine, this balance is described by two complementary energetic qualities, namely Yin and Yang.
Acupuncture aims to correct any imbalances of Yin and Yang in the channels and organs, which, if prolonged, may lead to physical, mental or emotional disease. Research has shown that it does this through the homeostatic functions, which are the body's own healing mechanisms.

Why do we get ill?

Our natural state of good health can be disturbed or compromised in a variety of ways -environmental factors such as infection or extremes of damp, cold or heat; emotional states such as anxiety, stress, anger, fear or grief; a weak constitution; inadequate diet or irregular or rushed eating habits; physical or mental overwork; lack of or unsuitable exercise; and physical trauma such as accidents, operations and so on.
Our systems can also be poisoned by pollution, contaminated food or inappropriate use of alcohol or drugs.

Can acupuncture help you?

Acupuncture can help people with a wide range of complaints. It can also be used to maintain good health and to help prevent disease. Many people come to acupuncture for help with a specific symptom or condition.
Common examples are: anxiety, arthritis, asthma, back pain or weakness, bowel or urinary problems, chest complaints, circulatory problems, some chronic degenerative diseases, depression, digestive problems, facial paralysis, fatigue, fibrositis, hay fever, headaches, indeterminate aches and pains, insomnia, joint pain, menstrual & menopausal symptoms, ME, migraines, palpitations, post-operative recovery, rheumatism, recurrent colds & infections, sciatica, stress-related symptoms, feeling tired,run-down or unable to cope.
Practice and research over many years has shown acupuncture's effectiveness in helping these and many other conditions.

What happens during a treatment?

At your first visit, your acupuncturist will ask you to describe in detail what is troubling you. She will ask about any symptoms and any treatment or medication you are having. She will ask about your medical and family history, your diet and your bodily functions, about your work, rest, sleep, exercise and your general physical and mental condition. She will take your pulse and look at your tongue.
This first consultation takes from one to two hours and from this information, your acupuncturist makes a diagnosis and plans your treatment. Before treating you, your acupuncturist will explain what she is going to do and will invite you to ask questions. She will ask for your consent to proceed with treatment, and will respect your decision to commence treatment or not.
Treatment is carried out in one of three ways. One is the insertion of very fine sterile needles into acupuncture points, just under the skin, where they remain from anything from a few seconds to twenty minutes. Many people feel relaxed and slightly sleepy during their acupuncture treatment. Another method of treatment is the application of warmth to the points, which is called moxibustion. Acupressure massage may also be used, especially for painful conditions of the muscles and joints.
Your acupuncturist may also ways in which you can help the treatment process through changes in your normal routine.
Follow-up treatments last from 45 to 60 minutes. Usually you will visit weekly to begin with, possibly more frequently if your condition is acute. As you feel better, treatments become less frequent. The rate of improvement varies from person to person and depends on many things such as what is wrong, how long you have been ill, your age and constitution, and any factors in your life or environment which may be affecting your health.
A few people notice a big difference after one or two treatments, but most people require treatment over a longer period. Many people who have got better continue to come at regular intervals, from 1 to 3 months, to maintain their health.

Does it hurt?

Some people would like to try acupuncture, but don't because they assume it will be painful. In fact, as the needles used are much finer than those used for injections, only a slight prick is felt as the needle goes through the skin.
When the needle reaches the desired point, usually an area 4-5mm below the surface of the skin, there is another sensation, often described as tingling, heaviness or a dull ache.
This sensation is rarely described as painful and usually lasts only 1-2 seconds.

Is it safe?

Acupuncture when practised by a professionally trained and qualified person is very safe, and serious side effects are very rare, fewer than one per 10,000 treatments. Some minor side-effects do occur, for example: some people feel drowsy after treatment, and if you do you are advised not to drive straight away; minor bleeding or bruising occurs in about 3% of treatments; pain occurs in about 1% of treatments; very occasionally a person can feel faint, particularly at the first treatment. In less than 3% of patients, symptoms get worse after treatment before getting better. You should tell your acupuncturist about this - it is usually a good sign.

Should my doctor know?

If you are receiving treatment from your doctor then it makes sense to tell him or her about your plans to have acupuncture.The acupuncture treatment may enable you to reduce or even stop taking some forms of medication, but your doctor should be consulted regarding any change of medication.

Treatment length First consultation one and a half to two hours, subsequently 45 mins - 1 hour.
Cost £55 first consultation, subsequently £35