Acupuncture & Acupressure for PMS

We have seen many women over the years suffering PMS and they have come in for acupuncture here on the Gold Coast. Premenstrual syndrome can have symptoms of behavioural, physical and psychological, occurring anywhere from 5 to 11 days before menstruation. Symptoms often subside once bleeding has started, or soon thereafter. Some women experience mild symptoms, whilst others have severe debilitating symptoms. Fatigue Insomnia Irritability Food cravings Anxiety Anger Forgetfulness Breast tenderness Nausea Bloating Headaches Fluid retention These are just

2025-05-26T22:34:30+10:00By David Haynes|

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

2025-05-26T22:34:31+10:00By David Haynes|

Acupuncture for Stress Relief during IVF Fertility Treatments

Fertility and IVF treatments can be stressful for any woman but acupuncture has been shown to help reduce stress levels (Grant and Cochrane 2014). Here at Haynes Acupuncture Gold Coast we focus in assisting people going through IVF treatments. New research has shown that acupuncture helps to reduce stress in women during IVF treatments. Stress reduced significantly for women receiving several acupuncture treatments prior to the day of embryo transfer, along with acupuncture on the day of transfer (Sutton et al. 2015).

2025-05-26T22:34:33+10:00By David Haynes|

Breastfeeding, what they don’t always tell you

Mothers aren’t always aware of the full advantages of breastfeeding, nor are they told that it can be REALLY painful for some. However, perseverance can lead to some very positive advantages for both mum and baby. Breast milk is well-balanced and, readily utilized and biologically active with proteins, fats and carbohydrates that are adequately adapted to the needs of the baby. Advantages for baby Resistance to infection from pathogens due to the IgA, IgG and IgM antibodies in the breast

2025-05-26T22:34:34+10:00By David Haynes|

10 Simple Steps to Increase Your Fertility

Here at Haynes Acupuncture Gold Coast we take a holistic approach to fertility and have put together a few steps to support you on your journey to conception. Acupuncture can help to regulate your menstrual cycle, hormones and immune system which are important for natural conception (1). Combined with developing clean eating habits and positive lifestyle choices you can enhance your chances of conceiving and maintaining a healthy pregnancy. Include Eat more freshly grown organic foods: Vital for optimal health

2025-05-26T22:34:36+10:00By David Haynes|

Falling Pregnant with Traditional Chinese Medicine

Did you know that Traditional Chinese Medicine to assist with infertility actually works? A recent study on the effects of traditional Chinese medicine to assist female infertility has had astounding results. Australian researchers at Adelaide University have created hope for women suffering from infertility as a recent study sheds new light on effectively helping women with infertility issues with Traditional Chinese Medicine. The research, titled “Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine in the management of female infertility: A systematic review” concluded that using

2025-05-26T22:34:39+10:00By David Haynes|

Acupuncture beneficial in benign prostate hyperplasia

At our Acupuncture clinic on the Gold Coast, we see an array of patients with varying conditions and for men over 50, benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is the most common prostate problem. BPH is an enlarged prostate gland (non-cancerous) that squeezes the urethra as it gets bigger. This can be extremely painful and may also cause excessive urination at night, urge to urinate, sexual dysfunction and a weakened urinary system. This can often lead to infections, bladder stones and/or reduced kidney

2025-05-26T22:34:40+10:00By David Haynes|

Hormonal Imbalance

Acupuncture & Acupressure for PMS

Colds, Flus and Hay Fever

Acupuncture for Stress Relief during IVF Fertility Treatments

Breastfeeding, what they don’t always tell you

10 Simple Steps to Increase Your Fertility

Falling Pregnant with Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acupuncture beneficial in benign prostate hyperplasia