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Traditional Chinese Medicine for modern times
Michael Christopherson
BSc (Hons) Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture
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Alternatives to Acupuncture: Tui Na
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Tui Na! The most dynamic and energising of massages... Pronounced TWEE NAH, Tui...

Michael Christopherson
Nov 30, 20191 min read


Alternatives to Acupuncture: Moxibustion!
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine - Moxibustion! Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM comprises a range of treatment...

Michael Christopherson
Nov 6, 20191 min read


Alternatives to Acupuncture: Gua Sha!
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Gua Sha! What is Gua Sha? The TCM practitioner uses a round edged object (traditionally...

Michael Christopherson
Nov 6, 20191 min read


Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Electro-acupuncture!
Alternatives to Acupuncture in Chinese Medicine: Electro-acupuncture! Hang on a sec - how is that an alternative to acupuncture? Ok yes,...

Michael Christopherson
Nov 6, 20191 min read


Can acupuncture cure hot flushes?
Can acupuncture cure hot flushes...? Yes, it certainly can! Its time for... an *Acupuncture Super Point* Name: ZHAOHAI Translation:...

Michael Christopherson
Jul 18, 20191 min read


Do you have symptoms of Lung Heat?
In Chinese Medicine excessive heat in the body is one the main imbalances we see. It causes unpleasant symptoms and diseases depending on...

Michael Christopherson
Jun 22, 20191 min read


Would you like a nice clear head...?
Would you like a nice clear head? Its time for another... *Acupuncture Super Point* Name: FENGCHI Translation: Wind Pool Location:...

Michael Christopherson
Jun 6, 20191 min read


Chinese Cupping - What's it all about?
We've all seen the photos of celebrities and sportspeople with red circles on their backs after having cupping - why do they put their...

Michael Christopherson
Apr 16, 20191 min read


Can acupuncture treat insomnia?
Are you desperate for a decent night of sleep? Insomnia is a common symptom of stress and anxiety but occasionally it occurs on its own...

Michael Christopherson
Apr 1, 20191 min read


Acupuncture for Rheumatoid Arthritis
*Acupuncture Super Point for arthritis of the hands* Name: BAXIE Translation: Eight Pathogens Location: web spaces of the hands Arthritis...

Michael Christopherson
Feb 9, 20191 min read


Can acupuncture prevent winter colds?
Can acupuncture prevent colds during the winter? We've all met someone who seems to stay well all year round, rarely getting even a short...

Michael Christopherson
Dec 5, 20181 min read


Acupuncture for women's health!
*Acupuncture Super Point* Name: QIHAI Translation: Sea of Qi Location: 6th point on the Ren Mai meridian This miraculous little acupoint...

Michael Christopherson
Nov 5, 20181 min read


Do you need an alternative treatment for IBS?
*Acupuncture Super Point* Name: TAIBAI Translation: Supreme White Location: 3rd point of the spleen channel TAIBAI is a wonderful...

Michael Christopherson
Oct 30, 20181 min read


Low energy and lower back pain
Low energy + lower back pain? They may be more closely connected than you think... *Acupuncture Super Point* Name: MINGMEN Translation:...

Michael Christopherson
Oct 13, 20181 min read


What is Yin/Yang? Which one am I?
What is Yin-Yang in Chinese Medicine? The Yin-Yang symbol is widely recognised in Traditional Chinese Medicine, but what does it...

Michael Christopherson
Sep 13, 20182 min read


An acupressure point that cures insomnia...?
*Acupuncture Super Point* Name: YONGQUAN Translation: Gushing Spring Location: 1st point of the kidney channel Do you struggle to unwind...

Michael Christopherson
Sep 1, 20181 min read


Is Trigeminal Neuralgia, Tinnitus or Toothache driving you insane?
* Acupuncture Super Point * Name: SHANGGUAN GB-3 Translation: Above the joint Location: 3rd point of the gallbladder channel This...

Michael Christopherson
Jul 27, 20181 min read


Would you like to clear your head?
* Acupuncture Super Point * Name: YINTANG Translation: Hall of impression Location: midway between the eyebrows This wonderful point...

Michael Christopherson
Jul 14, 20181 min read


* Acupuncture for Hayfever *
Hayfever is one of many troublesome conditions that acupuncture can treat. In Traditional Chinese Medicine hayfever is produced from an...

Michael Christopherson
Jun 12, 20181 min read


Acupuncture for migraine and other headaches...
* Acupuncture Super Point * Name: BAIHUI Translation: 'Hundred Meetings' Location: 20th point of the duodenum channel BAIHUI is a...

Michael Christopherson
May 10, 20181 min read
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