"There's no real evidence to suggest that acupuncture really works." Let's evaluate how statements like this are inherently flawed and point to a continued lack of awareness of and potential bias against research showing the efficacy and effectiveness of acupuncture.
At Acupuncture West London, we are very concerned following the news of the injury caused to Ellen White by an elite Sports Physiotherapist, who was practising 'dry needling'.
What's the difference between acupuncture and dry needling? It's an excellent and essential question for anyone looking to try acupuncture and find the right practitioner. Let's explore them both.
The ancient Chinese frequently spoke of possession by demons and ghosts. Ghosts (or gui/ guei 鬼 ) were often attributed to the onset of conditions such as mania, paranoia, addiction, seizures, paralysis, lockjaw, headaches, nightmares, epilepsy and mental illness...
Research shows acupuncture to be at least as effective as (and in some cases more effective than) existing conventional drugs in treating insomnia but without their associated side effects.
How do I know which acupuncturist to choose? There are many styles of acupuncture, and it can be difficult for a patient to understand where best to seek treatment. It is important to ask the right questions: How do...