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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive medical system with a history in China of over 4000 years. TCM holds that health primarily depends on the smooth flow of our vital energy called Qi, pronounced 'Chee', and on the harmony of opposing forces known as Yin and Yang. These factors are all interlinked and, when in unison, maintain your spiritual, emotional, mental and physical balance.
For this reason TCM observes the body holistically, consisting of different internal organs which must work together as a whole in order to maintain the smooth flow of Qi and the correct balance between Yin and Yang.
When imbalance occurs, each organ produces a different pattern of symptoms. An in-depth history of your current symptoms and other aspects of your lifestyle will reveal where the underlying disharmony exists. TCM aims to restore balance by treating the root cause of the disharmony as well as the manifesting symptoms, returning harmony to your body and restoring health.
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Your Practitioner will normally recommend one or more of the following therapies:
Fine needles are inserted at specific points across the body. These points run along energy pathways called meridians. Stimulation encourages the flow of blood, qi and lymph around the body. Returning your body to its natural balance.
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Glass jars create a vacuum stimulating the area of the body being treated. Cupping enhances the action of acupuncture and is excellent for removing toxins from the body. It is extremely useful in treating Cold, Flu and Acne. Moving cupping therapy can also be applied in the he case of muscular pain and is similar to a deep tissue massage.
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Is the burning of Mugwort to create heat at a specific point. Uses are numerous, but has been proven to correct breach.
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Comes in various forms: granules, pills and capsules. Pills are the form most commonly used. Laura also offers a bespoke formula service, with formulas tailor made specific to your needs. (All Herbs are from RCHM aproved supliers and are GMP aproved)
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From 2000 to 2005 Laura studied a unique course in TCM, under some of the countries leading TCM doctors. The course ran by Middlesex University is a Five Year Honors degree and is based on the training given by Beijing University to TCM doctors in China.
Laura also spent 5 months intesive training in Beijing, at two of the largest TCM hospitals in China. During her time in Beijing Laura was able to work with some of the hospitals most prominent physicians and observe the integrated approach to health care used in China Today. During this time Laura was tutored on all the latest techniques and treatments, and spent time studying in the cardiology, neurology, respiratory, gynecology, dermatology and pediatric wards.
Laura has also studied and treated at The Asante Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (London), The Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine Haverstock Hill (London) and The Whittington Hospital (London).
Laura now runs her own practice within Durham and Newcastle. Laura has also spent time studying the specialty of Fertility and Obstetrics at The Northern College of Acupuncture, as this is a particular field of great interest. Laura is fully liscenced and is a practioner member of The Association of Traditional Chinese Medicne (The UK main regulatory body for Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine) and the Acupuncture Fertility Network.
Laura has the knowledge and experience to deal with most conditions, but has found particular success in the field of Fertility problems, Voice disorders, Raynauds Disease, Menstrual problems, Back pain, sinusitis and migraine.
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Laura has a particular interest in Gynecology and specializes in the treatment of infertility and TCM support during IVF, but also has experience in treating most conditions. Some examples are listed on the right.
For further information or to book an appointment:
Clinic: 0191
375 7507
Mobile: 07962406476
Email: info@oriental-health.co.uk
Website: www.oriental-health.co.uk
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