Acupuncture is a method of using fine needles to stimulate invisible lines of energy beneath the surface of the skin. This effect changes on many different levels - physical, emotional and spiritual. As well as treating disease, acupuncture may also help prevent illness by promoting the harmonious flow of "Qi", thus raising a person's level of vitality and resistance to disease.
In deciding a course of treatment, the acupuncturist needs a detailed understanding of all relevant factors.
This involves questioning, observation, physical examination and examination of the pulse and tongue. Treatment is usually once per week or fortnight, but may be daily with acute problems.
All practitioners are members of The British Acupuncture Council
ALL NEEDLES USED AT THE CLINIC ARE DISPOSABLE.
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Xiang Yun Zhang
Qualified in both Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (1985) Master's degree in Human Reproductive Medicine (1991) Ph.D. in Gynaecological Oncology (1996).Specialising in infertility; ante-natal and post-natal care; period, menopausal, and other women's health problems.
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Susana Pires
Susana is a Traditional Chinese acupuncture practitioner and a member of the British Acupuncture Council. As well as offering general health care, Susana offers specialist treatments for: fertility; gynecological disorders and musculo-skeletal conditions.
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Anna Kiff
Anna has 17 years acupuncture experience, having studied in London and China. She has worked both in private practice and the NHS. Particular areas of interest include fertility, pain relief and stress. Anna also practises Facial Acupuncture, a non surgical method of reducing the signs of the aging process. More than just a cosmetic procedure, it is designed to help the whole body look and feel younger by treating the underlying factors that contribute to the aging process.
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James Booth
James Booth practices a Japanese style of acupuncture based on hara diagnosis. His hands-on technique is centred on careful palpation of the stomach and neck leading directly to treatment of both root cause, and the symptoms of illness. Very fine needles and gentle moxa stimulation are used which allow the patient to relax but also to participate closely in the treatment.
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Neil Woodrow
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Kate Freemantle
Kate has a BSc in Acupuncture and MSc in Chinese herbal medicine and studied in the UK, China, and New York. She is a member of the British Acupuncture Council and Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine. Whilst practising as a generalist treating a wide range of conditions, Kate has a keen interest in the area of reproductive wellness (male and female).
