Christine Smyth Acupuncture- Acupuncture for All is the first acupuncture clinic on the Isle of Wight to offer individual and community based treatments. The clinics (Cowes and Ryde ) specialise in integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Elements acupuncture. The two clinics are well equipped and are located in Cowes and Ryde; both clinics offer Individual treatments but the Community Acupuncture takes place at Ryde. Christine is a professional acupuncturist with a First class honours degree from the renown College of Integrated Chinese Medicine. Christine is a fully insured member of the British Acupuncturist Council (BAcC) and she aims to provide the highest level of acupuncture on the Isle of Wight. Alongside acupuncture, the Ryde Clinic offers a full range of chiropractic and complementary therapies which can assist, support and strengthen your health and well being.
Christine was very thorough, kind and encouraging. This will be the first of possibly several sessions to treat a bladder problem, I have every confidence that ultimately it will be successful. The needles definitely don't hurt and it was all most relaxing. Chose this clinic as it is the nearest to my home. Christine took many notes on my whole medical history and explained the treatment[s] available very well. I was very relaxed and could easily have drifted off to sleep!
Acupuncture
Facials and Makeup
Massage Therapy
Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Home visits
Open weekends - Request appointments and times
Treatments offered: ear and body acupuncture; electroacupuncture; Indian head massage; moxibustion; guasha; Tuina massage, facial 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
In electro acupuncture a mild electrical current is passed between needles. It is a well-researched method of treatment and evidence suggests that it is may be beneficial for pain in muscles, joints and tendons.
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.
The NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) five-point ear acupuncture protocol is used successfully in US and UK drug rehabilitation clinics. It been shown to decrease significantly:• .Cravings for alcohol and drugs e.g. nicotine, cocaine• Withdrawal symptoms• Relapse• Anxiety, insomnia and agitation.
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).
The NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) five-point ear acupuncture protocol is used successfully in US and UK drug rehabilitation clinics. It been shown to decrease significantly:• .Cravings for alcohol and drugs e.g. nicotine,cocaine• Withdrawal symptoms• Relapse• Anxiety, insomnia and agitation
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.
Tui na massage is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine which uses acupressure massage to promote circulation, reduce pain and discomfort in the muscles or sinews, and promote health. It can be done through clothing, if preferred. Tui na is often used alongside acupuncture. In addition, Indian Head Massage is also offered.
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.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture is one of the oldest and longest surviving forms of medicine in the world. Acupuncture is a tried and tested system of complementary therapies and includes cupping and guasha. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine sterile needles into specific points on the body. Five Element Acupuncture restores the overall balance of energy in the body; it may help you to feel better in a general way, by promoting an improved quality of well-being.
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.
Cash and cheque accepted. The initial consultation and treatment fee is £45 and follow up treatments are £38.
Private Patients Welcome
I am a qualified acupuncturist practising both Five-element and TCM styles of acupuncture.
I gained a First Class BSc (Hons) Degree in Acupuncture from CICM (College of Integrated Chinese Medicine) in Reading and I am a member of the British Acupuncture Council, NADA-UK, Five Element Acupuncture and ACMAC (Community Acupuncture).
