what is
acupuncture
Acupuncture is a system of healing, which has been practised in China and other eastern countries for thousands of years. Although often described as a means of pain relief, it is in fact used to treat people with a wide range of illnesses. Its focus is on improving the overall well being of the patient, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms.
According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health is dependent on the body's motivating energy - known as Qi - moving in a smooth and balanced way through a series of channels beneath the skin. This in turn affects our body, mind and spirit. The channels are also known as meridians. Qi consists of Yin and Yang - and when these become unbalanced, illness may result.
By inserting fine needles into the channels of energy, an acupuncturist can stimulate the body's own healing response by making connection with the flow of Qi, and help restore its natural balance. The flow of Qi can be disturbed by a number of factors. These include emotional states such as anxiety, stress, anger, fear or grief, poor nutrition, weather conditions, hereditary factors, infections, poisons and trauma. The Chinese clearly understood the links between mind and body.
Traditional acupuncture works on a mind, body and spirit level. The aim of the acupuncturist is to assist the body in balancing the energies of the mind, body and spirit, helping to enhance the patient's own powers of recovery. As with any therapy, the response to acupuncture can vary from one person to another.
Members of the British Acupuncture Council follow a strict Code of Ethics, and this includes confidentiality and communication with other health professionals. Personal Indemnity and Public Liability insurance are standard.
According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health is dependent on the body's motivating energy - known as Qi - moving in a smooth and balanced way through a series of channels beneath the skin. This in turn affects our body, mind and spirit. The channels are also known as meridians. Qi consists of Yin and Yang - and when these become unbalanced, illness may result.
By inserting fine needles into the channels of energy, an acupuncturist can stimulate the body's own healing response by making connection with the flow of Qi, and help restore its natural balance. The flow of Qi can be disturbed by a number of factors. These include emotional states such as anxiety, stress, anger, fear or grief, poor nutrition, weather conditions, hereditary factors, infections, poisons and trauma. The Chinese clearly understood the links between mind and body.
Traditional acupuncture works on a mind, body and spirit level. The aim of the acupuncturist is to assist the body in balancing the energies of the mind, body and spirit, helping to enhance the patient's own powers of recovery. As with any therapy, the response to acupuncture can vary from one person to another.
Members of the British Acupuncture Council follow a strict Code of Ethics, and this includes confidentiality and communication with other health professionals. Personal Indemnity and Public Liability insurance are standard.
