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What is Acupuncture?
 
Acupuncture is part of the traditional medicine of China, which is based on
thousands of years of study, research, observation and experience.
It is used to promote and maintain good health and to restore the sick, unwell or unhappy to a state of good health and well- being.
Traditional acupuncture works to maintain the body’s equilibrium by focusing on all areas of discomfort in order to be able to recognise the full landscape of the client’s health, that is, the particular patterns of disharmony as understood in the Chinese system of medical theory.
This state of balance is achieved by the insertion of fine sterile needles at
particular points on the body which are sensitive to and can influence the flow of
subtle energy, ‘qi’ , which flows beneath the skin at varying depths. 
 
The nature of the holistic system necessitates  extensive history taking for which an extra hour is allowed at the first consultation. This is then followed in the second hour and in subsequent visits by pulse taking and checking the appearance of the tongue.
A back massage is then given which relaxes the  client and further informs me.
The last half-hour is the time for insertion of the needles in appropriate points, where they remain for 20-30 minutes whilst the client rests on the couch.
This is a surprisingly pleasant experience and usually induces a state of deep relaxation and well- being .
 
How can acupuncture help me?
 
Traditional Acupuncture can be beneficial for a wide range of illnesses and symptoms, from clearly defined complaints such as headaches, vomiting, pain, insomnia and swellings to more general feelings of ill health such as nausea, low energy, unhappiness and low motivation, or vague aches.
Common disorders treated can be of eyes, ears, nose and throat; gastro-intestinal; genito-urinary; gynaecological; immune system; musculo-skeletal; neurological; respiratory; emotional and psychological.
Many women choose to have treatment throughout pregnancy and childbirth. In addition acupuncture is used to help infertility or to support IVF procedures.
Two areas of special interest and success for Diana Pullen are in pregnancy, childbirth and problems of infertility; and muscle skeletal disorders, particularly back pain and
sciatica.
 
 
 

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 Who are we?

Hereford’s longest established centre for Complementary Therapies has a great deal of experience to draw upon. All of our therapists are highly qualified and experienced and offer an excellent level of care. We operate a friendly and welcoming clinic in Belmont, Hereford, with trained Reception staff able to offer advice where needed. With 19 different therapies available, we can treat many physical and emotional conditions, ailments and allergies.
 
How can therapies help?
Therapies work to address the causes of ill health, unlike conventional medicine where the outward symptoms may be treated without actually resolving the root of the problem.
The results are often excellent, and can offer a solution where conventional medicine has been unable to bring about a good result - and all of this without the need for prescription drugs or unwanted side-effects.
 
Natural Health is just that. Our therapies work on the basis of tried and tested systems for helping the body or mind to heal itself, whether this is stimulating the immune system, identifying acquired allergies, or treating aches, pains and other underlying conditions.
 
Contact us for advice
Our Receptionists have a very good knowledge of the therapies we offer and can usually assist in selecting a suitable form of treatment. We are also able to put you in touch with an individual therapist to help you decide if a particular therapy is suitable for you.