Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient system of medicine, developed over thousands of years in China and other Eastern countries.

• It takes a holistic approach to health and treats the whole person – not just isolated symptoms.

• It is highly effective for a wide range of complaints – ranging from arthritis to headaches, back pain to depression.

• It’s perfectly safe for everyone, and can be used safely alongside western medical treatment and drugs

• Acupuncture is also ideal for prevention – it can help you regain that ‘lost spark’, increasing energy and vitality

• All consultations are fully confidential, and carried out to the highest standards of hygiene and pro- fessional conduct

• Contact the clinic now to make an appointment with Julia. Or just call for a short informal chat to find out how acupuncture can help you.

What can acupuncture treat?

The answer is, virtually anything! Here are just some of the conditions acupuncture can help:

· Anxiety and depression
· Arthritis and rheumatism
· Back pain
· Headache and migraine
· Asthma and allergies
· Skin rashes and eczema
· Stress, grief
· ME
· Urinary and bowel disorders
· Sciatica
· Digestive disorders
· IBS
· Fertility and pregnancy
· Menopause
· Menstrual problems

… and much, much more

There are a huge range of conditions acupuncture has been shown to be beneficial for. If your complaint isn’t listed here, just call to find out how it might help you specifically.

Please also bear in mind that the benefits of acupuncture frequently include more than just relief from a particular condition. Many people find that it can also lead to increased energy levels, bet- ter sleep as well as an enhanced sense of well being.

People often feel better in themselves with treatment, and more resourceful in facing the world and the challenges of work, family or relationships.

Julia Biggs is a member of British Acupuncture Council