Acupuncture helps the recipient feel calmer and generally more relaxed as it brings the mind, body and spirit into balance. Acupuncture is part of the traditional medicine of China which includes herbs, dietary therapy, massage and exercise. It is one of the most ancient system of healing in the world and has been continuously refined during its 3000 year history. Chinese Medicine has its own understanding of physiology (how we function), pathology (how we become ill and diseased) and aetiology (what can make us unwell). Based on a person’s symptoms, general characteristics and lifestyle, a diagnosis is reached and an individual treatment plan is developed. The plan may well include a combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbs and lifestyle advice. A set of dietary guidelines to suit the individual is developed to assist in both the healing process and the maintenance of well-being.
I studied acupuncture for three years at The London College of Traditional Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine where I also worked in the herbal pharmacy during the last year of my training. I then went on to study Chinese Herbal Medicine at the college for a further two years. As part of my training I took an internship programme in Hangzhou hospital of TCM, the affiliated hospital to Zhejiang College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), China.
I studied acupuncture for three years at The London College of Traditional Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine where I also worked in the herbal pharmacy during the last year of my training. I then went on to study Chinese Herbal Medicine at the college for a further two years. As part of my training I took an internship programme in Hangzhou hospital of TCM, the affiliated hospital to Zhejiang College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), China.
