Although Acupuncture is often described as a means of pain relief, it is in fact used to treat a wide range of illnesses. Its focus is on improving the overall well being of the patient, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms.

It involves the insertion of very fine disposable needles into specific points on the body to rebalance the flow of the body's Qi.

Qi (pronounced 'chee') can be roughly translated as the body's life force or energy. Under normal circumstances, it flows smoothly around the body through concentrated pathways known as meridians. If, however, this flow is disrupted or blocked then illness can occur. The flow of Qi can be disrupted by a number of factors including emotional states, poor nutrition, weather conditions, hereditary factors, infections, poisons/environmental toxins and trauma.

By encouraging the body to move energy, blood and fluids efficiently around the whole body, Acupuncture restores balance to all body systems.

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