Our lives have become a constant juggling act; we’re on the go from the moment we wake until our head touches the pillow at night. We often exhaust our body’s energy. Between the demands of our job, finding time for exercise, maintaining relationships and caring for a family, we deplete the energy we earn from sleep, food, exercise and the company of others. Our daily needs repeatedly outpace our intake of energy, with self-care and maintaining a healthy lifestyle often falling down the 'to do' list.
There’s so much conflicting information about what is actually good for us and trying to figure it out is confusing and daunting. I aim to bring things back to basics to help you find a simple, healthy, balanced lifestyle that’s right for you. I will help you to reflect on what works for you and together we'll create a plan which will cover both your physical and mental health.
The appointment will start with a conversation about the reason for your visit and your health history based on the details given in your returned initial consultation form. I will then carry out a physical exam including looking at your tongue, taking your pulse, testing range of movement for musculoskeletal conditions, carefully palpating areas of pain (if possible) and taking your blood pressure. I will then begin the treatment which may require you to move or remove items of clothing. This will be discussed and agreed with you beforehand. Your privacy and ease will be maintained as towels will be used to ensure you are covered at all times.
Increasingly private health insurance is covering the cost of acupuncture treatment but it is best to check with your provider.
Like any health professional, I keep everything you share with me strictly confidential.