Colds, Flus and Hay Fever

Here on the Gold Coast colds, flus and hay fever are common and our acupuncture and chinese medicine clinic can help. So have you thought about boosting your immune system? Have you thought about acupuncture? Acupuncture studies have shown the benefits in managing the symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis with symptoms of runny nose, inflammation, which, did you know the immune system actually triggers in its attempt to fight off the virus/bacteria (2). A systematic review & meta analysis of

David Haynes2024-01-30T17:09:46+10:00

Acupuncture and PCOS Patients

Acupuncture combined with frequent physical activity is key to reducing hormonal imbalances in women suffering from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), according to a recent report from the University of Gothenberg, Sweden.

David Haynes2024-01-08T11:46:53+10:00

Acupuncture and TCM efficacy with Allergies

Just about any health condition can be a symptom of underlying allergies. It is very common for the allergies to go undiagnosed while the symptoms - headaches, depression, asthma, rashes, indigestion - are treated only with temporary success, possibly complicating the condition. Allergies are overreactions of the immune system to things in the environment, such as dust, pollen, animal dander, and foods. When an allergic person’s immune system is triggered by an allergen, it causes some degree of inflammation. The

David Haynes2024-01-08T11:48:23+10:00

Acupuncture to assist with Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

If you experience musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, dietary or sleep disorders, then this is an interesting read. In our Gold Coast Acupuncture clinic, we can offer acupuncture treatments specific to symptoms related to Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Fibromyalgia is commonly characterized by musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep and poor memory or mood issues. Fortunately acupuncture research is becoming more evident, with research suggesting that acupuncture can help neuroendocrine dysfunctions by stimulating endorphins in the mid brain (1). Endorphins have

David Haynes2024-01-08T11:49:41+10:00

How can acupuncture assist with migraines?

There is nothing fun about a migraine. The trigger for every person is different; stress, particular food or drinks, exercise or hormonal changes can all be the catalyst to bring on an episode. In a recent Cochrane database systematic review, 22 trials (almost 5000 participants) were analysed to conclude whether acupuncture was indeed effective for treatment/routine care or if it was no different to placebo or drug therapy (Linde et al. 2016). The review of the evidence concluded that ‘adding acupuncture

David Haynes2024-01-08T11:50:49+10:00