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Services include Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Cupping, Chinese Medicine, & Chinese Remedial Massage.
Anmian is an acupuncture point, its meaning is "peaceful sleep".
What are the benefits
of Acupuncture?
- Acupuncture can accelerate healing by reducing
pain, inflammation and bruising
- Decreases muscle spasms & cramps
- Can assist with withdrawal symptoms such as
cravings, anger, and cramps
- Balances hormones
- Can regulate the menstrual cycle
- Improve sleep by promoting a sense of calmness
How does Acupuncture
work?
Acupuncture has been around for thousands
of years. It was originally based on Taoist theories which is why Acupuncture
and Traditional Chinese Medicine is focused on harmonising the whole body. One
common translation of Tao is path.
The main theory of Acupuncture is that we all have “qi”, a life enhancing
energy which manifests within pathways
in our bodies. A disruption to these pathways leads to a disharmony.
Currently, there are a few different
theories about the way Acupuncture works:
Endorphins - Acupuncture releases endorphins
into the bloodstream. Endorphins are the body's own natural painkillers and
feel good chemical storehouse
Enhancing
immunity – Acupuncture
raises the levels of prostaglandins, white blood cells, gamma globulins, and
antibody levels
Circulation
– Acupuncture
may release vasodilators such as Histamine, this may have the effect of
dilating or constricting blood vessels
Neurotransmitters
– Acupuncture
may have a balancing effect on the levels of neurotransmitters such as
serotonin (feelings of wellbeing), and noradrenalin (stress hormone)
Gate
Control – Acupuncture
overloads nerve gates with impulses, thus reducing pain transmissions
Why not take the first step to better health by making an appointment today.
Rebates are available through most Private Health Funds
My Training
As a Registered Acupuncturists, I have
completed a Health Science degree. This was a four year full time course. As
well as studying the history, philosophy, theories and practice of Chinese
Medicine and Acupuncture, I studied Biochemistry, Western Nutrition, Human
Biology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Research skills, Community Education
& Public Health, and Business studies. In fact about 40% of the study
covered Western Medicine subjects. Like Physiotherapists, Chiropractors and
Osteopaths, Acupuncturists are Registered Health Care Providers, we are
governed by the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria (CMRBV). I am
also a member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) and
regularly participate in Continued Education and Training.
Practitioners Details:
Irene McMartin
Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture)
Accredited Certificate in Cosmetic Acupuncture (CATA)
Accredited Certificate in Ruri Facial Diagnosis
Cert IV Traditional Chinese Remedial Massage (An Mo Tui Na)
ATMS Member
CMRBV Registered
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