Relieving pre-menstrual syndrome

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of unwanted physical, emotional and mental symptoms that occur after ovulation and are relieved as the period gets started. Most women (and their partners) are well aware of the changes in mood alongside minor physical complaints...

Acupuncture and Bells Palsy

Acupuncture is a great choice for patients with Bells Palsy –  I recommend acupuncture once or twice a week to speed up recovery. My patients tell me they feel an improvement within several hours of the acupuncture session, which then plateaus until the next session...

Tips for a successful IVF round

Okay, obviously a successful IVF round depends on your IVF clinic and all the hard work of those who work there – but is there anything else that can make a difference? Research is limited in this area, we are beginning to see some relating to diet and IVF...

Painful periods – Dysmennorhoea

Woman of all ages regularly come to see me at the acupuncture clinic for help with pain around menstruation. A small amount of cramping and aching is normal on the first day, but for many the pain is unbearable and disrupts everyday life. Painful periods with no...

Open Day – Fertility Acupuncture in Norwich

As part of The Norwich Natural Fertility Partnership open day, I will be available for free advice and chats at the clinic on Thursday 13th June. If you would like to know more about which complementary therapies are best suited to you and your partner, whether trying...

Prepare for Childbirth

We see many women at various stages of pregnancy at our clinic – what is particularly rewarding is seeing women in the last few weeks as they prepare for the big day. Acupuncture is well known for it’s ‘labour inductions’ – but what does...