Category Archives: Gynaecology

Gynaecology and Acupuncture

Posted on September 27, 2011 by

Gynaecology   In Chinese medicine there are numerous gynaecological conditions. The most common include: Irregular periods PMT Polycystic Ovary PCOS Infertility (including male) Vaginal thrush (candidiasis) Habitual miscarriage Menopause Painful periods Endometriosis Mourning sickness Amenorrhea – absence of period Pregnancy … Continue reading →

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Detox to Boost Fertility?

Posted on August 15, 2011 by

This is something that we support in our clinic.  It is something we cover in our initial consultation for anyone trying to conceive or hoping to start in the near future.  This article is from the Sydney Morning Herald and … Continue reading →

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Midwives Using Acupuncture

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

Midwives are widely using acupuncture in countries around the world with great sucess.  This article highlights just how much it is being used without getting a huge amount of press!  I found the article on PulseToday and it is from … Continue reading →

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Miscarriage & Acupuncture

Posted on August 4, 2011 by

Miscarriage is defined as any pregnancy which ends spontaneously, before the fetus can survive.  It occurs in 15% to 25% of all pregnancies. This rate can be higher with A.R.T    Miscarriage usually occurs before 13 weeks. It can have a … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture reduces Hot Flushes after Chemotherapy

Posted on July 29, 2011 by

A new study done by Yale Universtity/University of Pittsburg, has shown a 30% reduction in hot flushes suffered by women as a result of their chemotherapy treatment of breast cancer.  The acupuncture points that were used are traditional ones used … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture & Acupressure for Labour Pain Relief.

Posted on July 20, 2011 by

A review of studies was carried out.  Data from 13 trials was considered.  9 were based on acupuncture treatment and 4 on acupressure.  The conclusions included the following: Acupuncture patients experienced less intense pain There was increased satisfaction with pain … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture & Ginger Treat Morning Sickness!

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

The “New England Journal of Medicine” recently published an article which states that acupuncture and ginger may be beneficial to women suffering with nausea and vomitting in pregnancy.  The article is from the Health Care Medical Institute.  Anything that helps … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture may help with Infertility

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

Evidence is now sugesting that acupuncture can help with certain types of infertility.  This is an interesting article by Hilary Easmom highlighting this.  Acupuncture is increasingly becoming thought of as main stream treatment of fertility issues.  Acupuncture can be used … Continue reading →

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