Apr 15, 2025
Acupuncture can successfully treat a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders from acute traumatic injuries to chronic inflammatory degenerative conditions. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) takes a holistic approach to the treatment of these conditions. Symptoms are considered within the functional context of the whole body and Chinese Medicine Practitioner will assess and treat the root cause of the condition as well as the presenting symptoms, with such treatments as Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, aiming to restore balance to and provide support for the musculoskeletal system.
Research studies have suggested that Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine when combined with exercise may be more effective than painkillers alone in the treatment of chronic pain conditions.
Acupuncture is recommended as a valuable treatment in pain management for acute and complex chronic pain. Acupuncture restores the body’s balance to reduce symptoms and to alleviate pain by:
Stimulating specific acupuncture points known to relieve pain.
Enhances the production of chemicals in the brain (endorphins and serotonin) which relieve pain and improve mood.
Stimulates nerves, muscles and connective tissue throughout the body to heal damaged tissue.
Can act as an analgesic for acute pain.
Can be combined with methods such as Chinese Herbal Medicine, Cupping and Moxibustion to expel pain and restore functioning.
Supports other forms of pain relief (such as exercise) by relaxing nerves and muscles throughout the body.
category: Acupuncture
Jan 23, 2025
Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) of the wood Snake
Wed 29th Jan 2025
According to traditional Chinese beliefs, getting acupuncture on Chinese New Year Day is not considered bad; in fact, it can be seen as a positive way to start the new year with a focus on wellness and balance, aligning with the overall theme of renewal and good fortune associated with the holiday.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture is used to harmonise the body's energy flow, and getting a treatment on New Year's Day can symbolize a fresh start and positive energy for the coming year.
Year of the wood Snake
The combination of the wood element and the snake is rare, occurring only once every 60 years.
The wood element adds creativity, growth, and flexibility to the snake's traits.
The snake represents wisdom and strategy, while the wood element represents stability, growth, and creativity.
It could be a good year for planning and transformation.
It could be a time to learn from the past and move forward with compassion, awareness, wisdom, and transformation.
It could be a time to focus on education.
Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chian, or Tai Chi) is based on the White Crane and Snake 😃
Summer Hill Acupuncture
category: Acupuncture
