Tag Archives: cause of disease

Acupuncture – evidence from my practice

Posted on August 21, 2021 by charlottepaterson2013

During lockdown I analysed all of my acupuncture notes for the last 5yrs – who I treated, what problems, number and types of treatment, and to what extent they did, or didn’t, benefit. I have treated 134 patients in my … Continue reading →

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Sleeping problems – giving the Shen a strong calm place to rest

Posted on August 3, 2016 by charlottepaterson2013

Chinese medicine treats every person as an individual. So when you come to me for help with your sleep my first job is to understand your health in an all-round way, by asking you about every aspect of your health. … Continue reading →

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Acupuncture for people with headaches

Posted on July 19, 2016 by charlottepaterson2013

Maybe you suffer from migraines – vicious sick headaches that send you to bed for the day; or severe tension headaches – a gripping pounding pain round your head that can last all day; or  dull daily headaches- spoilers that … Continue reading →

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Exercise your body and mind to keep your Qi flowing.

Posted on July 13, 2016 by charlottepaterson2013

How much exercise should I do? Do you want to keep healthy but feel confused by all the different advice that doctors give you? Chinese medical advice is based on three principles: ‘moderation in all things’, ‘we are all different’ … Continue reading →

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Can acupuncture help with incontinence and other urinary problems?

Posted on March 19, 2016 by charlottepaterson2013

Problems with weeing are difficult to talk about! When passing water/urine is painful and frequent, it is usually called cystitis, but when it is too slow, too urgent, or just not fully under your control it is more difficult to … Continue reading →

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