Whether you are trying to improve your health, manage pain, strengthen immunity, or are looking for adjunctive care for illnesses you are treating with mainstream medicine, acupuncture may be able to help you. Acupuncture is a safe, effective form of treatment for a great many conditions that range from allergic rhinitis, to post traumatic stress disorder, Acupuncture works well in conjunction with Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Chiropractic and other healing modalities.
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical practice that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate and manipulate the body's energy flow, known as "qi" or "chi." It is often used for therapeutic purposes and has been practiced for thousands of years.
Key components of acupuncture include:
Acupoints: Acupuncture points are specific locations on the body where needles are inserted. These points are believed to be connected by energy pathways or meridians, through which qi flows.
Needles: Acupuncture needles are typically very thin, solid, and made of stainless steel. They are inserted into the skin at various depths, depending on the condition being treated and the acupuncturist's training.
Stimulation: Once the needles are inserted, they may be manipulated in various ways, such as gently twirling or applying heat (moxibustion) to enhance the therapeutic effect. Some modern acupuncture techniques also use electrical stimulation.
Acupuncture is often used to address a wide range of health conditions and is commonly sought for pain management, including back pain, migraines, and osteoarthritis. It is also used for various other health issues, such as stress reduction, anxiety, and nausea associated with chemotherapy or pregnancy. Traditional Chinese medicine theory suggests that acupuncture can help balance the body's energy flow and promote natural healing processes.
What is Neuropuncuture?
Neuropuncture enhances overall wellness by balancing sympathetic and parasympathetic functions. This treatment supports mental health, boosts immune response, reduces inflammation and helps alleviate pain, complimented by nutritional and lifestyle advice for a healthier, more vibrant life.
This cutting-edge neuroscience based technique integrates research of electrical acupunctures effect on specific neural tissue while integrating it into a Holistic TCM model. Targeting neuropathways and neuromuscular nodes to neurorehabilitate neural tissue, bone and nerve and restore homeostasis balance.
Alex Rowberry - B.HSc (Acupuncture), Dip.Certified Neuropuncturist Medical Qi Gong TeacherMember of Acupuncture NZ & Chinese Medical CouncilACC Treatment ProviderGold Member Neuropuncture - Neurolab US
Alex Rowberry is a Neuropuncture acupuncture specialist, dedicated to using the only complete neuroscience acupuncture system that neuroregulates patients' nervous systems back into health using electrical stimulation. With a Bachelor of Health Science, Alex has over ten years of clinical experience as an acupuncturist teaching Qi Gong and breath work. She combines her extensive training to create individualized treatment plans that address neurological health. Both physical and emotional.
Inspired by her grandfather, a radionics practitioner, who used frequency, Alex is passionate about holistic healing. Her commitment to integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern techniques has led her to specialize in Neuropuncture, an innovative approach that further enhances the powerful modulating effects of the traditional acupuncture model. This method is particularly effective for conditions such as long COVID, neurodegenerative diseases, musculoskeletal issues including chronic pain and mental health.
Recently certified as a Neuropuncture specialist at the M.A.R.C Institute in Florida, Alex is committed to ongoing education and is applying for funding for her doctorate program, set to begin in 2025. She is also a proud member of Acupuncture NZ and the Chinese Medical Council.
Alex is particularly focused on mental wellness. Her goal is to empower her patients by combining neuropuncture with Qi Gong and breath work promoting active engagement in their own journey to health.
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