Christine Smyth Acupuncture

Ear acupuncture, also called auricular acupuncture, involves the insertion of very fine needles into acupuncture points on the ear. It has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine and is largely helpful in treating problems such as addictions, insomnia, stress, anxiety, joint pain and fertility

Treatments seek to optimise natural conception and improve the pregnancy success rates of IVF and fertility treatment. An integrated approach to fertility and pregnancy combining Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with modern findings coming from clinical trials and scientific research is offered.

Some acupuncture clinical trials suggest that acupuncture increases sperm count (Siterman, 2009), improves sperm motility (Dieterle, 2009) and has a beneficial effect on psychogenic erectile dysfunction (Engelhardt, 2003).

I am a fully insured members of the British Acupuncture Council and aim to provide the highest level of acupuncture. Alongside acupuncture I offer a full range of complementary therapies which can assist, support and strengthen your health and wellbeing for a wide range of womens health issues.

Acupressure is related to acupuncture and it is sometimes referred to as acupuncture without needles. Key points on the surface of the body are pressed or massaged to stimulate the bodys ability to heal itself. Stimulating the points can trigger the release of endorphins, chemicals that relieve pain. Acupressure can offer many benefits to patients by increasing circulation, reducing tension and enabling the body to relax.

Cosmetic acupuncture may result in the reduction or erasure of fine lines and the softening of deeper ones; patients may experience a firming of the jaw and a reduction in the size of under-eye bulges.This treatment can enhance not only your physical appearance but also your overall health.