Acupuncture is a complex medical system that is used to diagnose and treat illness, prevent disease and improve well being. It originated in China more than 3,000 years ago and due to it's proven effectiveness has been embraced throughout the world. It involves the insertion of extremely fine pre-sterilised needles at predetermined points on the body's surface to restore health.
Acupuncture can be used alone or combined with Western Medicine or with other forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) such as Herbal Medicine, Moxibustion (Heat Treatment), Qigong, (Theraputic Exercise) and Tui-na (Chinese massage)
Commonly Treated Conditions:
The World Health Organization recognizes Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine as a viable means of treatment for a wide range of conditions. Some of the most commonly seen complaints in the acupuncture clinic are as follows:
Infections: Colds, Flu, Viral Infections.
Ear, Nose and Throat Conditions: Sinusitis, Hay fever, Rhinitis, Catarrh.
Dermatology: Eczema, Psoriasis, Acne.
Psychological: Depression, Stress, Insomnia, Anxiety
Musculoskeletal: Arthritis, Sciatica, Pain Relief, Sports Injury, Bells Palsy.
Internal Disease: Asthma, Bronchitis, Blood Pressure, Indigestion, Bowel Problems, Diabetes, M.E., Headaches/ Migraine, M.S, Trigeminal Neuralgia.
Genitourinary/ Gynaecology: Infertility, Impotence, Premenstrual Syndrome, Menstrual Problems, Menopause, Cystitis.
A typical Acupuncture Session
Number of Treatments
Since each person is unique the number of treatments needed, will vary.
Chronic long term conditions will take longer to treat than acute conditions that have just occurred. If the patient is in good health recovery may be quicker.
Also the frequency of treatment prescribed will have an impact. Initially treatments may be administered close together and then become less frequent as the condition improves.
The adherence of the patient to the instructions provided can also influence the speed of recovery.
The Practitioner will usually discuss the treatment plan with the patient.
Patient Safety
Acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment when performed by a well trained, conscientious practitioner. All our members use pre-sterilized, disposable needles.
If you are pregnant or trying for a baby it is important you let your practitioner know as the treatment will need to be modified as Acupuncture is used extensively for fertility and pregnancy issues.
Insurance
It is a condition of membership that each member carries Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance Cover. Members of the ACI are approved by Hibernian Aviva Health, VHI and Quinn Healthcare and HSA for out-patient insurance purposes.
