Gold Coast Mobile Acupuncture

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What does Acupuncture Treat?

Acupuncture is known to treat a wide range of disorders including:

• Neurological conditions such as headaches, migraines, difficulty sleeping, nervous tension, stroke, some forms of deafness, facial and inter-costal neuralgia, trigeminal neuralgia, some forms of paralysis, sequelae of poliomyelitis, peripheral neuropathy, noises in the ears, dizziness, and Meniere's disease.

• Cardiovascular disorders such as high or low blood pressure, fluid retention, chest pain, angina pectoris, poor circulation, cold hands and feet, and muscle cramps.

• Respiratory conditions such as bronchial asthma, acute and chronic bronchitis, acute tonsillitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, hay fever, chronic cough, laryngitis, sore throat, influenza and the common cold.

• Digestive system disorders such as toothache, post-extraction pain, gingivitis, mouth ulcers, hiccough, spasms of the oesophagus, gastric and duodenal ulcers, gastric hyperacidity, gastritis, heartburn, hiatus hernia syndrome, flatulence, paralytic ileus, colitis, diarrhoea, constipation, haemorrhoids, liver and gall bladder disorders, and weight control.

• Urogenital disorders such as cystitis, prostatitis, orchitis, low sexual vitality, urinary retention, kidney disorders, nocturnal enuresis, and neurogenic bladder dysfunction.

• Gynaecological and obstetric health such as premenstrual tension, painful, heavy or irregular, or the absence of periods, abnormal uterine bleeding or discharge, hormonal disturbances, disorders associated with menopause, prolapse of the uterus or bladder, difficulty with conception, and morning sickness.

• Skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, nerve rash, herpes zoster, acne, scar tissue and resultant adhesions.

• Eye conditions such as visual disorders, red, sore, itchy or watery eyes, conjunctivitis, simple cataracts, myopia in children, and central retinitis.

• Musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoarthritis, sciatica, lumbago, weak back, low back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, tenosynovitis, shoulder and neck pain, cervicobrachial syndrome, 'frozen shoulder', and 'tennis elbow'.

• Sporting injuries such as sprained ankles and knees, cartilage problems, corking and tearing of muscles, torn ligaments and bruises.

• Psychological conditions such as depression, phobias, emotional disturbances, anxiety, nervousness and addictions such as smoking.

3. About Acupuncture/FAQ’s

If you are unfamiliar with Acupuncture, below is a quick introduction to Acupuncture.

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a treatment based on Chinese Medicine and is one of the most long-standing health care systems in the world. It is based upon thousands of years of clinical knowledge and experience that has helped millions of people worldwide.

How does it work?

At the core of Chinese medicine is the notion that Qi (or energy) travels along particular pathways (meridians) in the body – like water through a system of pipes. Each meridian connects to an organ, or group of organs and thus these meridians govern particular bodily functions. Achieving the proper flow of Qi creates health and wellness. An imbalance of Qi causes disease by supplying some cells, glands and organs with either too much energy (causing over-functioning) whilst other areas may not have enough energy/nourishment (causing that area to be under-functioning or not functioning at all). An Acupuncturist will assess how the energy is flowing to each organ or part of the body, and will manipulate that energy with Acupuncture needles to restore balanced flow of Qi. By restoring the balance to ones energy and clearing out the toxins we are able to balance the body’s hormones, eliminate symptoms and stop the progression of disease.

Can I claim on health insurance?

Yes. Acupuncture treatments are claimable by most health funds. Check with your health fund to make sure your level of cover also covers acupuncture treatments.