We’re very excited to share that Acupuncture South Downs, our brand-new sister clinic is now open in Liphook, Hampshire GU30.
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The universe moves in cycles of balance and transformation, reflected in the Four Directions and the Four Phases. These cycles represent the natural flow of energy within both the human body and the wider natural world.
Today, we enter the period of Qīngmíng, also known as 'Bright and Clear'. Qīngmíng is the fifth solar term, which occurs annually on April 6th. It denotes Qingming Festival—also known as 'Tomb Sweeping Day' or 'Pure Brightness' Festival.
On December 21st, we entered the period of Dōngzhì 冬至, also known as 'Winter Solstice'. Dōngzhì is the 21st solar term, which occurs annually around December 21st and symbolises the zenith of Yin energy as daylight reaches its minimum...
For pregnant women approaching or past their due date, acupuncture offers a gentle and non-invasive alternative to Western medical induction methods, one that is becoming increasingly popular with midwives and other health practitioners for this reason and due to...
In normal circumstances, the ileocecal valve is closed most of the time, opens briefly to let the contents of the small intestine move into the large intestine and then closes again quickly to prevent any materials in the large...
On August 7th, we entered the period of Liqiu 立秋, also known as the 'Beginning of Autumn'. Liqiu is the thirteenth solar term and the first node of autumn. It occurs annually on August 7th and marks a polarity change from yang to yin.
While acupuncture has gained popularity and recognition worldwide, it still often encounters scepticism within the framework of Western medicine (WM) research models. This disparity arises due to several factors that challenge the conventional scientific approach.
On July 22nd, we entered the period of Dàshǔ 大暑, also known as 'Great or Major Heat'. Dàshǔ is the twelfth solar term and the last node of summer. It occurs annually on July 22nd and marks the hottest time of the year in...
Today (May 6th) is Lìxià 立夏, also known as ‘the beginning of summer‘. Lìxià is the seventh solar term. It occurs annually on May 6th and signifies the beginning of summer.