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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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What is Chi? How does acupuncture influence it?
Chi or Qi in simple terms is a person's energy, their life force. The man in the photo is practising Tai Chi - he is drawing in Chi from...

Michael Christopherson
Mar 16, 20181 min read
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What is Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM is an ancient healing art used in China to restore, maintain and improve health. Its origins in China...

Michael Christopherson
Feb 13, 20181 min read
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Are you needlephobic?
Many clients are apprehensive about their first acupuncture session. This is understandable - nobody likes needles after all! However...

Michael Christopherson
Feb 13, 20181 min read
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