What is Acupuncture?
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Acupuncture involves the insertion of hair like needles into prescribed acupoints proven to be effective in treating a broad range of health conditions.
How Does Acupuncture work?
Western medical theory believes that Acupuncture creates a number of changes within the body - it is known to increase blood circulation, release neurohormones key in relaxation and stress relief, increase white blood cell counts key in immune function, increase levels of Endorphins (bodies natural pain killer), increase blood flow to the area by creating a histamine reaction (used to treat musculoskeletal pain both acute and chronic) and is also able to block synapse signals to the brain through the Gate Control Theory (outcompeting pain signals hence blocking pain sensation) and is thus useful in pain control and ongoing pain management.
Chinese Medicine theory is that of the Meridian Theory involving the bodies energy - Qi (pronounced chi) and Blood. The Meridian theory involves a network
of channels that link the body as a whole entity carrying the Qi and Blood within it. By using acupoints on these meridians Acupuncture can regulate the flow of Qi and restore the harmonious balance of the Meridian system.
Chinese Herbal Medicine?
Chinese herbal medicine also takes a holistic approach to understanding normal function and disease processes and focuses as much on the prevention of illness as on the treatment. Most diseases or illnesses present with a core set of recognisable signs and symptoms, but the actual presentation of a particular disease or illness will vary from person to person. For this reason, people with similar health conditions may be provided with quite different Chinese herbal medicine prescriptions. If required a Chinese herbal formula that specifically matches and treats your individual health problem will be formulated. As your condition changes and improves with treatment, the Chinese herbal treatment is also adjusted and modified until the desired health outcome is achieved.
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Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
At Peninsula Acupuncture and Natural Medicine we have a special interest in a wide range of conditions including -
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Pain Management (Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Sciatica, Tennis Elbow, Knee Pain etc) including Sports Injuries
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Headaches and Migraines
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Fertility Support
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IVF Support
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Womens Health including conditions such as PMS, PCOS and Endometriosis
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Pregnancy Support
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Menopausal Symptoms
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Anxiety, Depression, Stress
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Digestive Conditions and Gut Health
If you have any of these conditions we encourage you to contact us to discuss how we can assist you!
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Acupuncture is an one of the 5 branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine that has existed for over 2000 years - the other branches include Herbal Medicine, Tuina Massage, Chinese Diet Therapy and Moxibustion.
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How many treatments will I need?
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This varies widely, depending on the duration, severity and nature of your health
concern. An acute condition may resolve within a few treatments, with chronic
problems being treated or managed over a longer period of time. It is best to
schedule once or twice a week to begin with to gauge the effectiveness for you.
Some conditions need continued treatment on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly
basis. The benefits of treatment are cumulative and once patients feel better they
come less frequently to maintain the results.
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Does insurance cover the treatment?
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Yes, different health funds cover varying amounts for treatments. We are registered with the major health funds and have a HICAPS facility to claim your rebate at the time of your treatment.
