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Insomnia Acupuncture on the Northern Beaches: The Different Types of Insomnia in Chinese Medicine
“I can’t sleep” can mean very different things. One person lies awake for two hours with a racing mind. Another drops off fine and is wide awake at 2am. Another sleeps all night but wakes up feeling like they haven’t slept at all. In Chinese medicine these are treated as different patterns, not one condition called insomnia. The old texts describe the Shen (spirit or mind) as something that needs a calm, nourished home in the Heart at night. If the Heart is undernourished, overheated, or disturbed by something else in the body, the Shen doesn’t settle. Working out *why* … Continue reading Insomnia Acupuncture on the Northern Beaches: The Different Types of Insomnia in Chinese Medicine
The Benefits of Massage: Why Taking Time to Slow Down Matters
Life can move pretty quickly. Between work, family, responsibilities and the everyday demands of life, it’s easy to put yourself last. Before you know it, tension has built up in your shoulders, your back feels tight, your muscles are tired, and you haven’t had a proper moment to pause. Sometimes, what we need most is simply the opportunity to slow down. Massage offers a dedicated space to step away from the busyness of everyday life, relax and reconnect with your body. Whether you’re looking for some quiet time for yourself or want to address areas of muscular tension, a massage … Continue reading The Benefits of Massage: Why Taking Time to Slow Down Matters
Parasites and Naturopathic Treatment: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health
Intestinal parasites are organisms that live in or on a host and obtain nutrients at the host’s expense. Some parasites can inhabit the gastrointestinal tract, potentially affecting digestion, nutrient absorption and overall wellbeing. Parasitic infections can occur in people of all ages and may be acquired through contaminated food or water, undercooked meat, contact with contaminated soil or exposure to infected people or animals, depending on the parasite. Symptoms vary depending on the organism, the severity of infection and the individual’s health. Some people experience no symptoms, while others develop persistent digestive or systemic complaints. Symptoms can include: Persistent diarrhoea … Continue reading Parasites and Naturopathic Treatment: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health
Acupuncture for Bursitis: Supporting Your Body Through Inflammatory Pain
If you’ve ever experienced bursitis, you’ll know that inflammation around a joint can be surprisingly painful and frustrating. Whether it’s your shoulder, hip, knee or elbow, bursitis can make simple movements uncomfortable and leave you feeling like you can’t use your body the way you normally would. So, where can acupuncture fit into the picture? What is bursitis? Bursitis occurs when a bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that helps cushion your joints and reduce friction, becomes irritated and inflamed. It can be triggered by repetitive movement, overuse, injury, prolonged pressure or changes in the way you are moving. The result … Continue reading Acupuncture for Bursitis: Supporting Your Body Through Inflammatory Pain
Spring and the Wood Element: Why Symptoms Can Flare During Seasonal Change
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spring is associated with the Wood element and the Liver and Gall Bladder systems. It is traditionally considered a time of movement, change and increased activity. From a TCM perspective, seasonal change can be a time when existing patterns become more noticeable. For some people, this may coincide with allergies, sinus congestion, rhinitis, headaches, neck and shoulder tension, bloating or IBS symptoms. Chinese Medicine offers ways to help alleviate and reduce the severity of these symptoms. They’re actually what we commonly see in clinic but particularly in Spring. Spring, the Wood Element and the influence of … Continue reading Spring and the Wood Element: Why Symptoms Can Flare During Seasonal Change