Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic system of medicine that was first written about 2500 years ago. These scrolls are the oldest medical 'literature' known to humankind.

Treatment involves the use of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, moxa therapy in which the acupuncture points are warmed, massage (acupressure) and dietary therapy. TCM views diseases as coming from many origins and having different aspects in the body and mind.

The fundamental concepts are those of Yin and Yang. In health Yin and Yang are able to constantly rebalance. If there is disease in our body then there is an excess or deficiency in one or both of these. The other important concept in TCM is 'Qi' or energy. This Qi travels through specific pathways know as meridians that nourish the body, travelling along the limbs and connecting to the internal organs. Acupuncture points are areas along a channel where Qi concentrates. By needling these points, acupuncturists alter the flow of Qi in the channels and stimulate the healing potential of the body.

Research into the effect of acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbs have demonstrated that acupuncture can change levels of the body's painkillers, hormones and neurotransmitters. There are many natural substances in the herbs that can act to boost organ function, detoxify, calm anxiety or promote other bodily activities depending on the herbs prescribed.

All the acupuncturists working at this clinic are members of the New Zealand Registrar of Acupuncturists, and are ACC accredited. They use pre-sterilised needles, with new needles being used for each treatment. These are very fine, about the width of a hair; on insertion the patient may feel a warmth, tingling, numb or pleasant relaxing sensation. They will usually remain in place for 15 to 20 minutes.

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Janine Nana: Nat. Dip. Acupuncture, MNZRA, ACC Treatment Provider.  

Janine is an experienced acupuncturist who is able to add Chinese herbs, and Tuina (massage) to treat a wide range of health problems that include fatigue, stress, immune system problems and women’s health. She is also an ACC registered treatment provider experienced in musculoskeletal disorders and pain management. As a founding member of the Fertility Acupuncture and Childbirth Team (FACT), Janine is able to assist couples trying to conceive naturally, or employing assisted reproductive techniques, and assist women throughout pregnancy and labour.

Sharlene McInnes: Dip. Tuina, Dip. Acupuncture. MNZRA. ACC Treatment Provider

Sharlene qualified as an acupuncturist and Tuina massage therapist at the New Zealand School of Acupuncture. She describes herself as a down-to earth practitioner whose passion lies in medicine. Over the years her focus has been directed more towards complementary medicine. Her treatments cater to your individual needs. She is able to treat a wide variety of ailments or simply provide regular maintenance treatments for optimal health & wellbeing.

Gareth Powdrell: 
BHSc.Acup., Dip. Tuina, Dip. Qi Gong, MNZRA, ACC Treatment Provider