Oxytocin is a hormone and neuropeptide that has multiple functions in the body. It is most widely associated with childbirth and the follow-on stages. It is produced in the pituitary gland and stimulates contraction of the uterus during labour. Stimulation of the nipples can stimulate the release of oxytocin, and it plays a major role… Continue reading →

This is a picture of the acupuncture point called He Gu (“Joining Valley”) which in the west is known as Large Intestine 4. It is understood in traditional Chinese medicine to have many potential uses and is one of the most commonly-used points. Insertion of the needle here normally elicits a strong sensation that is… Continue reading →

Good luck to all the contestants in tomorrow’s London marathon. A couple of friends of mine are running and trying to raise some money for good causes at the same time.

Since I qualified in therapeutic and deep tissue massage a few years’ back, I have grown used to seeing lots of people for massage… Continue reading →

After five years in the role, Nick Pahl, the chief executive of the British Acupuncture Council, is standing down. He is leaving at the end of this month to take on a new role as chief executive of the Society of Occupational Medicine.

I have had contact with Nick a few times during his tenure… Continue reading →

Spring seems to have arrived in all its glory. It’s my favourite time of year with all its vitality and energy. The important thing is to try to channel that energy into our physical and emotional wellbeing.

I recently read a highly interesting piece about a conference at which Linda Woodhead, professor of sociology of religion at Lancaster University, made some stimulating observations about the role of complementary therapists today. In the west, in what many would argue is an increasingly secular environment, those involved in the complementary therapy professions have, she… Continue reading →

Here is a picture of a client I have been treating recently who suffered from chronic knee pain.

My friends at this listings site have recently listed for the Camberwell area the low-cost acupuncture clinic that I run at the Corner Surgery clinic. If you have a similar listing for a local business, then it might be worthwhile getting in touch with them.
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A study by authors of the US air force has shown that acupuncture treatment can reduce the symptoms of acute sore throat and reduce the use of pain medication.

The protocol used was an auricular acupuncture treatment that is referred to as Battlefield Auricular Acupuncture (BFA). It involves placing needles in five specific points in… Continue reading →

On 8 February 2016, the Chinese year of the Monkey began.

The Monkey is said to be one of the cleverest and most successful of the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac. They have limitless talent and ability, are confident, and are not afraid of hard work. It is easy for people to be drawn… Continue reading →