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 …
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 …
Hay Fever and Lung Qi
From a Chinese medicine point of view Hay fever is often a result of “wind heat invading the lungs” To lessen the effects of hay fever one can try to …
UncategorizedI Like Saying Yes!
It’s become clear over the past week or so that a lot of people are still unaware of the fact that Acupuncture is classed as an essential service and so …
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, …
Living with the Seasons – Spring
2500 years ago the Yellow Emperor discussed health and life with one of his medical advisors. When talking about living in accordance with the seasons, it was said that Spring …
Feeling Stuck? Get your Qi moving…
The push of New year’s resolutions has passed, the old habits starting to kick back in – leading to the feeling that we have not got anywhere… it’s not true, …
Telehealth and Moxa at Home
Last Week, I had a telehealth consultation with a patient who was suffering with Post Covid Fatigue. It wasn’t possible for the patient to attend the clinic because of isolation …
I would like to thank all the patients for their custom and people for their help and support that allowed me to establish the Rory Ryan Acupuncture Health and Wellness …
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 …