Blood Building in Summer: Why It Matters (and How to Do It Right)

Chinese Medicine Insights for a Healthier, Happier Season Summer is the season of warmth, expansion, long days, and high energy. In Chinese medicine, it’s associated with the Heart and Fire element—a time when our Yang energy is at its peak. But beneath the sunshine and activity, there’s an important principle many people overlook: 👉 Summer is one of the best times to build and nourish your Blood. Suppose we don’t support Blood and Yang during the hotter months. In

2025-12-08T19:37:46+10:00By David Haynes|

Dry Needling and the Mechanism of Acupuncture: What You Need to Know

Exploring two powerful tools for pain and musculoskeletal health In recent years, dry needling has gained popularity across physiotherapy and musculoskeletal clinics as a proven method for addressing muscular dysfunction, stiffness, and pain. But for many, it bears a striking resemblance to an older and legitimate therapy — acupuncture. At our Gold Coast Acupuncture clinic, we are frequently asked, "What's the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?" The truth is that although they have different philosophies and origins, the techniques are pretty similar in application and therapy. Let us delve deeper into how dry needling differs from acupuncture, their commonalities of benefits, and why they are both important in modern integrative health care. What Is Dry Needling? Dry needling is a new Western therapy that uses very fine solid needles to penetrate the skin and stimulate trigger points — bands

2025-10-24T08:09:00+10:00By David Haynes|

Unlock the Power of Kiiko Style Acupuncture

Blending ancient wisdom with modern clinical insight, Kiiko Style Acupuncture on the Gold Coast is a distinctive and highly effective Japanese style that's increasingly popular across Australia for its success in resolving long-standing and challenging health problems. With its pain-free methods and palpation-based diagnostic system, this approach to acupuncture offers a patient-centred approach that produces concrete results—even for those who've endured for years with unresolved health problems. What Is Kiiko Style Acupuncture? Renowned Japanese acupuncturist Kiiko Matsumoto developed Kiiko

2025-10-24T08:09:57+10:00By David Haynes|

Prolotherapy vs. Acupuncture: Pain Relief on the Gold Coast

If you're dealing with ongoing pain or joint problems, two popular natural treatments might help: Prolotherapy and Acupuncture. Both are offered locally, and many people are searching for effective Prolotherapy Gold Coast or Acupuncture Gold Coast services to manage their pain naturally. Here's how each therapy works and what science says about them. What is Prolotherapy? Prolotherapy, short for "proliferation therapy," is when a practitioner injects a natural solution—usually made of saline—into weak or damaged joints, ligaments, or

2025-05-26T22:33:48+10:00By David Haynes|

Exploring Chinese Cupping Therapy

Introduction Chinese cupping therapy, an ancient healing practice that dates back thousands of years, has garnered widespread attention in recent years for its potential health benefits. This traditional Chinese medicine technique involves placing cups on the skin to create suction, promoting blood flow and relieving various ailments. Let's delve into the fascinating world of Chinese cupping therapy and explore how it works wonders. Understanding the Basics of Chinese Cupping Origins: Chinese cupping therapy traces its roots to ancient

2025-05-26T22:33:49+10:00By David Haynes|

Acupuncture in the Management of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Haynes Acupuncture on the Gold Coast focuses on providing personalised acupuncture treatments that effectively alleviate the symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia through targeted point stimulation and comprehensive care. Trigeminal neuralgia, often described as one of the most excruciating pains known to humanity, affects the trigeminal nerve responsible for facial sensation. While conventional treatments like medication and surgery exist, an increasing number of individuals are turning to alternative therapies such as acupuncture for relief. Let's delve into how acupuncture effectively addresses trigeminal

2025-05-26T22:33:50+10:00By David Haynes|

Tinnitus: An Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Approach

We often treat people with tinnitus at Haynes Acupuncture on the Gold Coast. We understand that it can be a distressing and frustrating condition, often affecting sleep and having an impact on mental health. It is a poorly understood condition, and Western medicine has no therapy or drug that has eliminated tinnitus. What causes it? Tinnitus can have many causes: Prolonged loud noises over a long period, such as working and being in loud environments can cause tinnitus and hearing

2025-05-26T22:33:51+10:00By David Haynes|

Get to Know Your Practitioners – Meet Sègoléne

Ségolène's passion for this medicine began years ago when she was suffering from chronic pain for many years, after experiencing acupuncture her sleepless nights transformed into peaceful rest. Being a Mum of three, she understands how difficult and sometimes complicated looking after your own health can be, so she is dedicated to helping others find energy and balance in their busy life. What Eastern Medicine offers is a philosophy that empowers you; it teaches you to listen to emotions, to

2025-05-26T22:33:52+10:00By David Haynes|