Some studies have shown that Acupuncture activates the same areas of the brain that are activated by pain. “No surprise there!” sceptics would say since the treatment involves inserting needles …
Acupuncture, the Brain and Fibromyalgia
Pain? What is it and can Acupuncture Help?
Pain is a result of the brain interpreting signals from the nerves alerting it of damage to tissues in the body. Chinese medicine sees pain as a result of the …
What is Yin?
Yin is one half of the balance which exists in all things. It’s nature is that of nurturing, stillness, cooling, calming. Anxiety, restlessness, poor sleep, nervousness, irritability, agitation, dry skin, …
Worried about back pain ruining Christmas. Act Now! ..here’s 7 things you can do every day. With winter rolling in and temperatures dropping many of us know that the annual …
musculoskeletal painCase Review of Back Pain Treatment
One of my recent patients arrived at the clinic in Monasterevin, Co. Kildare with quite a bad case of long term back pain and sciatica radiating down one leg causing …
musculoskeletal pain Sports InjuriesMissing Work Due To Back Pain?
Many people end up missing out on being able to work to their full potential thanks to back pain and sciatica. For some, it’s loss of income, not being able …
musculoskeletal pain Sports Injuries80% of Irish Adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives – many suffer in silence.
Anyone that has ever suffered with back pain knows just how debilitating it can be. Not being able to stay in the same position too long, missing out on work …
musculoskeletal pain Sports InjuriesGreat Weekend, but I Can’t Lift my Arm Over my Head!
After a weekend of gardening, playing with the kids, a run and a bit of dancing I’m left with a niggling pain in my shoulder. I’m not sure exactly what …
musculoskeletal pain Sports InjuriesShooting Pain in My Foot Stopped Me from Training
Foot Pain affecting running, exercise and training. Plantar Fasciitis, advice and treatment.