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How Does Acupuncture Work?

The concept of Qi is central to acupuncture because it is this vital, Qi energy, which motivates and determines our physical and emotional health. When this energy is unbalanced, we develop ‘disease’.  It s the patients’ Qi therefore that the acupuncturist works with.

So How Does Acupuncture Work?

Well, Qi flows through the body along pathways known as meridians and at specific points on each meridian the energy can be accessed and rebalanced.  Acupuncturists rebalance the body’s energy by inserting needles into these acupuncture points, which will have been chosen with the help of a detailed diagnosis of the individual patient.

Lorna usually encourages patients to actively participate in their own healing by considering lifestyle issues, such as diet, exercise and stress triggers, which may be contributing to their condition with a view to making changes to complement their treatment with her. This also plays a profound role in the establishment of balance and greater well being for patients – as was Lorna’s personal experience in her own treatment

Once the Qi is balanced, the patient’s body -and mind -can begin to heal itself.

Call Lorna on 07960 852338 to book your acupuncture treatment at her clinics in Leigh-on-sea, Southend-on-Sea and London.

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Shambhala Studios
Therapy Room 1
11 Leighcliff Buildings
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Also at
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Southend-on-Sea
Essex SS0 0RX

Moxibustion

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Warming points through Moxibustion is an integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It utilises a substance called Moxa, which is made from the aged leaves of a herb called mugwort. Like the sun, moxa produces a comforting dry heat helping to eliminate dampness and cold in the body, alleviating Aches and Pains and supporting Aging Joints.

Pain Relief

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If you are one of those people who has exhausted the chemical pills and potions of Western Medicine, then Acupuncture could be for you.
There are many patients who have been sent home to grin and bear it and, after many months of putting up with discomfort, the discovery of natural pain relief in the form of an acupuncture treatment can be the most wonderful experience.

Battlefield

battlefield-acupuncture

Originally developed to treat pain in US Air Force pilots who were unable to take medication while flying, this ear acupuncture technique has proved so effective in the relief of pain that many soldiers across the american forces have been trained so they can treat each other on the battlefield.

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