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3 Questions to Ask an Acupuncturist
We’ve compiled this handy guide with 3 questions to ask an acupuncturist – before you choose a practitioner, and when you’re in the treatment room.

4 Things You Should Tell Your Natural Therapist
You’ve booked an appointment to see an acupuncturist, naturopath, massage therapist or another practitioner. But what things should you tell your natural therapist?

Acupuncture
Conditions Commonly Treated by Acupuncture

Acupuncture - How it Works
Acupuncture is becoming an ever more popular natural therapy but how exactly does it work? Read on to find out more about this amazing therapy.

Acupuncture 101
Acupuncture can be traced back at least 2,500 years. It is based on the idea of patterns of energy flow through the body that are essential for health.

Acupuncture and Fertility
There are treatments that can help to increase the chances of conceiving, including acupuncture. Read on to find out how acupuncture can help with fertility

Acupuncture and Weight Loss
Weight loss is a concern for many people, and something that can be difficult to achieve. Acupuncture is one treatment that can be used in weight loss.

Acupuncture for Addiction
Most acupuncturists treat addiction with the use of needles on acupuncture points outside and around the ear.

Acupuncture for Bronchitis
Acupuncture is one of a range of natural therapies that can be accessed for the treatment of chest infections such as bronchitis.

Acupuncture for Headaches
A professional acupuncturist will work through your diagnosis with you to develop a suitable treatment plan according to your headache symptoms.

Acupuncture for Infants and Children
Acupuncture is a safe, alternative form of preventative medicine that works to strengthen the child and reduce symptoms of negative behavioral patterns and disease.

Acupuncture for Osteoporosis
Acupuncture is one of a range of natural therapies that are used to treat a number of ailments and conditions, including osteoporosis.

Acupuncture for Stress
Stress is something that we all suffer from at some point in our lives but there are things out there that can help to alleviate it. One such thing is acupuncture. As well as being great for physical conditions, it can also be used to relieve mental...

Acupuncture Points
Acupuncture is a therapy that makes use of fine needles being inserted into acupuncture points in order to re-establish correct energy flow through the body’s meridians and to clear any energy blockages

Acupuncture's History
Acupuncture is one of the major features in Traditional Chinese Medicine and has existed for thousands of years but what exactly is the history of acupuncture?

Arthritis
Arthritis is a joint disease which usually affects the knees, wrists, fingers or part of the spinal column. It is common in older people as joint diseases tend to develop gradually either as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.

Attention Deficit Disorder
Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is the most commonly reported childhood behaviour disorder, and is characterised by poor attention span, impulsive behaviour, and hyperactivity in some children. It is most common in childhood but some sufferers carr...

Auricular Therapy
The body comes equipped with its own complex system for healing itself whenever it gets sick. The immune system is a prime example of your body's defense mechanism against foreign antigens or micro-organisms that invade your body. You sneeze or cou...

Back Injury
Your back is composed of a complex structure of bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and disks. Any or some of these parts may be subjected to strain from physical activity, trauma or deformity, and lead to back injury.

Back Pain and Acupuncture
Acupuncture is very popular for the treatment of back pain and neck ailments.

Bloating
Is bloating sometimes a problem for you? It can cause pa

Bronchitis
Many people have suffered from bronchitis at one point or another, and know the discomfort that it can cause. But what exactly is bronchitis and are there natural therapies that can help? Read on to learn more.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Is an illness that affects both the brain and bodily systems. It is characterised by fatigue that is not alleviated by rest ...

Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive heart failure is a condition suffered by many Australian people but, while it is scary, it can be managed by natural therapies in conjunction with standard treatments. Natural therapies can help to make your life more comfortable if you h...

Cosmetic Acupuncture
Cosmetic acupuncture is a viable alternative to Botox, micro-dermabrasion, photo rejuvenation, chemical peels, or other processes that are designed to “wind back the clock” and reduce the signs of ageing. Best of all, it is natural and actually work...

Cost of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is fast becoming one of the most well known and most popular alternative therapies, but how much does it cost? The good news is that it’s cheaper than you may think.

Depression
Depression is a mental state that is characterized by low moods, and feelings of sadness, despair or discouragement. Depression that is long lasting is known as clinical depression.

Depression
Depression is a mental state that is characterized by low moods, and feelings of sadness, despair or discouragement. Depression that is long lasting is known as clinical depression.

Depression and Acupuncture
Acupuncture aims to heal the root cause of depression by addressing internal imbalances caused by external stress.

Dysmenorrhoea
Many women suffer from menstrual cramps just before and during their menstrual period, a condition known as ‘dysmenorrhoea’.

Easing Joint Pain Naturally
Your bones are connected closely by hinge-like structures called joints that allow them to move in relation to each other. Joints are bound together by fibrous bands called ligaments.

Emofree/Tapping
Emofree, also known as tapping or EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) can be thought of as a form of acupuncture without needles

Endometriosis
It is a painful condition that affects a surprising number of women, but the good news is that there are natural ways of managing the condition.

Fibromyalgia
Do you often hurt all over and feel exhausted? If you’ve been to the doctor and they haven’t been able to find anything specifically wrong with you then it’s possible that you are suffering from fibromyalgia. If this is the case, then you do not ha...

Fresh Breath
Do you ever worry that your breath may sometimes smell less than its best? Don’t rely on traditional mouthwashes and sprays. There are some natural remedies that will ensure that your breath always smells sweet.

Hair Loss and Acupuncture
For information about hair loss and acupuncture, read on.

Headaches
Everyone suffers from a headache at some point in their lives but there is no need to turn straight to drugs to get rid of the pain. Medication is not an optimal treatment choice as it just masks the symptoms, rather than addressing the cause of the...

Hepatitis
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver and the leading cause of liver damage worldwide. In many cases, hepatitis has led to life-threatening diseases such as liver cancer and cirrhosis.

How to Choose an Acupuncturist
To help your search, just use our handy checklist with tips on how to choose an acupuncturist.

How To Find The Right Course To Study
Natural therapy or natural medicine is an alternative approach used to treat diseases by helping the body heal itself. Its methods have gained popularity because these are natural and non-invasive.

Infertility
Infertility describes the inability of a couple to conceive a child, which is the primary symptom of this condition. `

Insomnia
Insomnia, whether temporary or chronic, is something that we will all suffer from at some point in our lives. However, there are some natural therapies that will help ease the frustration and making falling asleep and staying asleep easier. Read on...

Irritable Bowel Syndrome
characterised by abdominal pain, cramping, and changes in your bowel function, such as bloating, gas, diarrhea and constipation

Laser Acupuncture
The laser is used to focus energy on traditional acupuncture points in order to give the patient a non-invasive treatment with no pain at all.

Liver Detox
Are you sluggish it could mean you need to detox your liver

Menopause Naturally
There are conventional treatments available but if you prefer not to use these, there are plenty of natural therapies that are of help

Natural Arthritis Treatments
What Natural Therapies will aid the managment of Arthritis

Natural Back Pain Treatments
There are many non-invasive natural treatments to help with back pain. Read on for more.

Natural Depression Treatments
There are many natural depression treatments which can assist with managing depression.

Natural Hair Loss Treatments
Many people are turning to natural hair loss treatments to remedy baldness and hair thinning. Read on for more about natural hair loss treatments.

Natural Headache Treatments
Whilst modern medicine has come along way, more and more people are turning to alternative natural therapies to help alleviate headaches.

Natural Treatments for Addiction
There are many complementary therapies that may be used in conjunction with traditional medical treatment to relieve symptoms of addiction withdrawal.

Natural Treatments for Bronchitis
There are many natural treatments available to assist with bronchitis.

Natural Treatments for Osteoporosis
A range of natural treatments or medicines offer hope for osteoporosis sufferers.

Neurological Conditions
Neurology involves the study of the functions and disorders of the nervous system of the human body.

Osteoporosis
The word “osteoporosis” literally means porous bones and it occurs when bones lose too much of their protein and mineral content – especially calcium.

PMS – Premenstrual Syndrome
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), also known as Premenstrual Tension (PMT), is the name that is used to describe a collection of physical and emotional symptoms that affect women before the start of menstruation.

Pre Eclampsia
Pre eclampsia is a dangerous combination of high blood pressure, fluid retention, and high levels of protein in the urine of women after their 20th week of pregnancy. It is sometimes called toxemia and it affects roughly 1 in 20 pregnant women. If ...

Prevention Using Natural Therapies
Having regular natural therapy treatments can prevent you from becoming ill or dis-eased

Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a disease that affects many males. While conventional treatment is a must, there are some natural therapies that may be of benefit.

Quit Smoking
In Australia, over 23,000 people a year die from a smoking-related illness. Tobacco abuse costs Australians 21 billion dollars a year in health care, business and social costs and passive smoking kills over 200 people a year, half of which are childr...

Relieving your pain with acupuncture
In traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is linked to the belief that disease is caused by disruptions to the flow of energy, or qi, in the body.

Should You Study Acupuncture?
If you’ve experienced its healing benefits, you may be wondering if you should study acupuncture.

Sinusitis
Sinusitis can be a cause of misery for many people but the good news is that there are some natural ways that you can ease the discomfort. However, some of the remedies that are outlined here can be very potent and it is recommended that you always ...

Stomach Cramp
Stomach cramp is painful, sometimes to the point of being debilitating but there is no need to rely on traditional medication to ease the pain. There are some great natural remedies that can be very effective.

Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow is a common injury but, despite the name, it is not just caused by playing tennis. It can be caused by any repetitive action of the arm and can be defined as a form of tendonitis. However, you don’t have to rely on medications to manag...

Tinnitus
Tinnitus is characterised by a ringing in the ears, and is not a condition in itself, rather it is a symptom of a hearing defect.

TMJ Issues
TMJ or Temporomandibular joint syndrome is a disorder affecting the joints around the jaw, which is often referred to as “locked jaw.”

Traditional Chinese Medicine - An Easy Guide
A Brief Explanation of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Wrinkles
Fine lines and wrinkles on the face have always been regarded as signs of ageing. Most people accept wrinkles as inevitable, just like death and taxes, while a growing number resist the unsightly lines with skin products and invasive surgery.