Category Archives: Acupuncture

Neck and Shoulder Pain? Try Acupuncture!

Cervical spondylosis, also known as localized cervical spondylosis, primarily manifests as pain in the shoulders, neck, head, and arms, often accompanied by tender points in these areas. While X-rays may not reveal significant degenerative changes, such as narrowed intervertebral spaces, alterations in the physiological curve of the cervical spine, vertebral instability, and mild bone proliferation […]

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Constipation: Tips and Tricks

When it comes to constipation, many people immediately think of using laxatives. However, for some people, using laxatives only provides temporary relief, and their constipation returns once they stop taking the medication. Why does this happen? It’s because you need to first understand what type of constipation you have in order to treat it effectively. […]

Chinese Medicine approach to stomach pain

Patients often come to me with these questions: “Whenever I get stressed, my stomach hurts and sometimes I even regurgitate acid. I’ve had a gastroscopy and was diagnosed with mild ulcers. Can traditional Chinese medicine help me?”  or  “Whenever I eat cold food, I feel unbearable pain in my stomach area. Using a hot water […]

Acupuncture for Male infertility

Male infertility refers to a sexually mature male’s inability to impregnate a fertile female. In humans it accounts for 40–50% of infertility.  Male infertility can be caused by low sperm production, abnormal sperm function or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm.   Chinese medicine approaches to  Male Infertility In China, Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been […]

7 reasons why acupuncture is good for a migraine

A systematic Cochrane review supports acupuncture for a migraine: A systematic review of acupuncture for migraine prophylaxis, conducted by Cochrane in 2016, included 4,985 participants in 25 randomised controlled trials, firmly placing it among the most well-studied treatments. The review found that adding acupuncture to symptomatic treatment of attacks reduces the frequency of headaches. Contrary […]

Carly’s success journey getting pregnant with PCOS

” After being diagnosed with PCOS and struggling with fertility issues for 2 years, I decided to take a holistic approach to my health issues and visit Dr Han. I opted for a course of acupuncture and herbs initially.

Trying to conceive? We could help

If you have been trying to conceive for 6 – 12 months without success you are probably starting to wonder why it’s not happening? You may have had some tests – and maybe there is an obvious reason or maybe not. There are a number of ways Chinese medicine may be able to help you. […]

Acupuncture work for menstrual cramps

Period pain is common and a normal part of your menstrual cycle. Up to 20% of women suffer from cramping severe enough to interfere with daily activities – and many menstruating women grimace through their pain in silence. For women who do speak up, their pain is often downplayed or ignored.

Acupuncture doubles chance of having a baby with IVF, study suggests

A British study, running by Homerton University Hospital in London, involved 160 couples suffering from fertility problems, found that rates of success were twice as high among those having acupuncture treatment.  Researchers found the women became more relaxed after time was invested in them.