"Having worked as an acupuncturist for the past fourteen years, I have observed that acupuncture can be beneficial or effective in treating numerous conditions."
What is Acupuncture?
ACUPUNCTURE is a form of healing which originated in China where it has been practised continuously for the past 4,000 years. It is probably one of the oldest forms of medicine practised in the world today.
Acupuncture has traditionally been used to treat a wide range of health problems and has its own system of diagnosis which is now combined with Western anatomy and physiology to assess the body’s condition.
Acupuncture works by regulating the flow of the body’s own natural energy (which the Chinese call Chi). This in turn affects the fuctioning of the nervous system, endocrine system, immune system and all organ function within the body.
The principal method of treatment in Acupuncture involves the shallow insertion of very fine needles into specific points in the body. This in turn effects the flow of energy throughout the body and produces the healing response.
Acupuncture is generally painless when administered by a skilled practitioner. Often patients don’t even realise that a needle has been inserted.
Modern Acupuncture needles are disposable. They come in a sterile package and are for single use only.
Acupuncture can be safely used in conjunction with most medication. It can generally be combined with other forms of therapy and is suitable for patients of all ages.
A wide range of disorders can be treated by Acupuncture. You are advised to consult your Acupuncturist for an opinion.
What Can Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture has traditionally been used to treat a wide range of health disorders.
Having worked as an acupuncturist for the past fourteen years, I have observed that acupuncture can be beneficial or effective in treating the following conditions.
Digestive Disorders- Pancreatitis
- Colitis / Iritable bowel / Diverticular disease
- Constipation / Diarrhoea
- Haemorrhoids
- Nausea
- Reflux / Gas / Bloating / Heartburn
- Poor appetite
- Ulcers
- Liver & Gallbladder disorders
Cancer- Relief / Reduction of symptoms. Reduces pain & nausea. Strengthens immune system and digestion. Reduces side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy
Cardio-Vascular System- Blood pressure (high or low)
- Poor circulation / Claudication
- Angina
- Muscle cramp / Cold hands & feet
- Nose bleeds
Eyes- Simple cataracts
- Visual disorders
- Conjunctivitis
- Red / Sore / Itchy / Watery eyes
- Myopia in children
Glandular System- Adrenal exhaustion
- Glandular fever
Skin- Scars
- Adhesions
- Bruising easily
Gynaecology / Obstetrics- PMS / Period pain / Breast distention
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Endometriosis
- Ovarian cyst (below 2cm)
- Menopausal symptoms
- Infertility
- Re-current miscarriage
- Morning sickness
- Breech / Posterior presentation (31-34 weeks)
- Preparation for birth
- Induction
- Post-natal recovery
- Post-natal depression
- Poor lactation
- Mastitis
Infants I Children- Colic / Teething / Poor sleep
- Nose bleeds
- Bed wetting
- Juvenile arthritis
Musculo-Skeletal- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Tennis elbow
- Gout
- Calcaneal spur (heel)
- RSI
- Chronic back pain
- Sciatica
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
Psychological- Depression
- Anxiety
- Phobias
- Nervousness
- Panic attacks
- Addictions
Neurological- Insomnia
- Migraine / Headaches
- Nervous tension / Stress
- Shingles
- Motion sickness
- Neuralgia
- Bells palsy
- Post stroke syndrome
- Menieres disease
- Tinnitus
- Motor neuron disease (reduces symptoms)
Palliative Care- Relief / Reduction of the intensity of uncomfortable symptoms in treatment of the terminally ill & dying
Respiratory System- Asthma
- Emphysema (reduces symptoms)
- Sinus / Rhinitis / Hayfever
- Tonsilitis
- Influenza / Common cold
- Chronic cough
Uro-Genital System- Cystitis
- Prostatitis
- Frequent night-time urination
- Bed wetting (children)
- Low sexual vitality
- Premature ejaculation
- Kidney stonesc
A wide range of disorders can be treated by Acupuncture. You are advised to consult your Acupuncturist for an opinion.
Practitioner Profile
Rod is practitioner of traditional chinese internal medicine with over 20 years experience. He is currently working at the Wharangarei Midwives Group.
Rod specialises in treatment of:
- Chronic digestive disorders (including irritable bowel and crohn's disease)
- Depression / anxiety
- Hypertension
- Glandular fever and post viral syndrome
- Shingles
- Gynaecology / obstetrics / infertility
- musculo-skeletal injuries
Service Categories
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Bowen Therapy
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