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 Acupuncture
          
 
 
 
 
  Bronze Chinaman with acupuncture points engravedAn ancient treatment based on knowledge developed over thousands of years in Asia. Current research including MRI and double blind experiments concur with acupuncture's empirical uses.

Acupuncture treats
The World Health Organisation recognises acupuncture's effectiveness in treating various diseases. In addition acupuncture benefits acute and chronic disorders, can counteract side effects of medication and it strengthens the underlying constitution.

Acupuncture is a holistic process which takes into account causes, signs and symptoms. So syndromes like stress which affect people in countless different ways are treatable. Numerous conditions can be treated with acupuncture:
  • Physical: pain, fatigue, infertility, menstrual or digestive disorders
  • Mental: depression, addictions
  • Emotional: bereavement, anxiety, PMS
  • Spiritual: balance through changes, inner alchemy and cultivation to enable to make choices to free from the condition of lives

During treatment
Diagnosis is reached through a combination of questions, observation, palpation, pulse-taking and tongue examination.

Depending on the treatment required, loose fitting comfortable clothes will not need to be removed.

Fine, sterile and disposable needles are then gently inserted at certain points along energy pathways in the body, to regulate the flow of energy and maintain harmony. Auricular and electro-acupuncture may also be used if appropriate.

During acupuncture you may experience a dull vibration, pressure or tingly sensation.

Moxibustion moxa
In order to stimulate energy flows a smouldering herb - artemesia vulgaris - may be used on or near the skin to warm acupuncture points.

cupsCupping
Washable glass cups are placed onto the body, helping to move stagnant energy.

Other therapies may include gua sha or massage. Acupressure is possible if needles are not appreciated.

After treatment
You can expect to feel calm. Some people feel exceptionally relaxed after treatment. Individuals' experiences vary; for some people improvements are evident immediately after treatment whilst for others the effects are more subtle.

 
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Testimonial
"I consulted Sylvie because I was feeling both physically and emotionally exhausted and blocked. Even on my first treatment something really released as emotions and bodily sensations shifted and balanced. Now somehow I am freer than I was. I really feel as if I am rejuvenating under her wise and caring healing hands."
Sabina, Film director

Testimonial
"Sylvie is a sensitive, skilful professional who is both thorough and extremely caring. Her reassurance, warmth and excellent treatment has helped me with both chronic pain relief and anxiety problems and I would recommend her services to anyone, and everyone!!"
Anouska, Borehamwood

Testimonial
"Thank you Sylvie, for your professional, caring and supportive approach. You instilled in me a confidence in you. Speaking to you has awoken something in me and I felt an amazing sense of peace and serenity after the treatments. It is wonderful to feel more energised and healthy."
Karen, Occupational therapist
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