Amanda Preston Returning to Practice
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by michaela
3y ago
The anxiety caused by unpredictable lockdowns and Coronavirus is something the whole world has had to deal with this year. Which is why taking care of our physical and mental health is more important than ever. We’re incredibly pleased to be able to stay open serving the community through the second lockdown. In this series of blog posts we hear about our practitioners’ experience with lockdown and their return to work. Here’s our conversation with acupuncturist Amanda Preston. York Clinic: Tell us a bit about what you do… Amanda Preston: I have the best job ever! I meet many wonderful peopl ..read more
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The value of face to face consultations
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by michaela
3y ago
Louise Coughlin Pyschologist at York Clinic “We human beings are social beings. We come into the world as the result of others’ actions. We survive here in dependence on others. Whether we like it or not, there is hardly a moment of our lives when we do not benefit from others’ activities. For this reason, it is hardly surprising that most of our happiness arises in the context of our relationship with others” Dalai Lama The last 7 months have been a challenge for everyone. The measures put in place to restrict the spread of covid 19 have restricted our social interactions and left many fee ..read more
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Acupuncture can help relieve symptoms of the menopause:
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by michaela
3y ago
World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th of October to help raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available to help improve health and wellbeing during this phase of life.   The menopause is a natural part of ageing that usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age, as a woman’s oestrogen levels decline.   It is said to have occurred when a woman has not had a period for 12 consecutive months and can no longer get pregnant.  Many of the symptoms usually attributed to ‘the menopause’ actually occur during the peri-menopause phase, and include ..read more
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Treatment for sciatica: Using acupuncture to ease the pain.
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by michaela
4y ago
Sciatica (also known as lumbar radiculopathy) is a syndrome involving nerve root impingement and or inflammation that causes pain, numbness or tingling in the areas that are supplied by the affected nerve root. Nerves exit the spine via nerve roots in between the vertebrae. A group of nerves in the lower back merge to form the sciatic nerve. Sciatica occurs when something is pressing or rubbing the nerve as it exits the spine, such as: Slipped disc (herniated disc) Spinal Stenosis – where the part of the spine where the nerve passes through is narrowed Spondylolisthesis – where a vertebra (bon ..read more
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Acupuncture for tinnitus
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by michaela
4y ago
Tinnitus is the perception of sound in the ear or head that does not arise from the external environment, from within the body (e.g., vascular sounds), or from auditory hallucinations related to mental illness.   It is very common and is reported in all age groups, even young children. About 30% of people will experience tinnitus at some point in their lives but the number of people who live with persistent tinnitus is approximately 13% (over 1 in 8). Tinnitus is more common in people who have hearing loss or other ear problems, but it can also be found in people with normal hearing. Clinic Di ..read more
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Acupuncture for depression
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by michaela
4y ago
NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) came to York last week to interview York Clinic Director Hugh MacPherson about the benefits of acupuncture for depression. They came to York because a research team at the University of York, led by Hugh MacPherson, conducted a clinical trial for depression, where the benefits of acupuncture or counselling were compared to the effectiveness of usual medical care, such as antidepressants. The study involved 755 patients with depression, and showed that both acupuncture and counselling significantly reduced the severity of depression, and the benefits were su ..read more
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The Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
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by michaela
4y ago
Therapeutic massage has been used for centuries to improve overall health, reduce stress, and relieve muscle tension.  Pregnancy, with the extra stress and strain it brings both physically and emotionally can be a good time to experience the benefits of this therapy. Studies indicate that massage therapy performed during pregnancy can reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labour outcomes and new-born health.  Pregnancy massage aims to relax muscle tension and improve lymphatic and blood circulation through mild pressure applied to th ..read more
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Reducing Symptoms of the Menopause with Herbal Medicine
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by michaela
4y ago
Uncomfortable symptoms experienced by many women during the menopause can be effectively managed with herbal medicines prescribed by medical herbalists.  A recent study shows that herbal treatment led to significant improvements for many women. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2210803319300326?via%3Dihub The menopause affects women in different ways and there is a wide range of symptoms of varying intensity. The study lists sixteen symptoms including hot flushes, mood swings, and joint pain. Treatment with HRT prescribed by the GP is not a treatment choice for ..read more
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The benefits of self-care
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by michaela
4y ago
Roberta King writes: “Self-care is something I’ve come to value enormously over the last few years and it’s something I’m a huge advocate of. As a private counsellor and mental health practitioner working in GP surgeries I meet a lot of people who are struggling with their mental health and the general stresses and strains of everyday life. Something that a lot of these people have in common is that they don’t practice self-care. Many have forgotten in the midst of their unhappiness how good it can feel to take some time for yourself and do something that you enjoy.” So what are the benefits ..read more
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Acupuncture for Hayfever
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by michaela
5y ago
Hay fever is a common allergic reaction which occurs at this time of the year. Also known as seasonal allergic rhinitis, it shares symptoms with perennial (year round) allergic rhinitis, but occurs as a reaction to pollen from grass, trees and weeds during the early spring and summer months. The well know symptoms of itchy eyes/ throat, sneezing, blocked/runny nose, headaches, blocked sinuses, shortness of breath and post-nasal drip are caused by an allergic reaction to pollen.  When these tiny particles come into contact with the cells that line your mouth, nose, eyes and throat they irr ..read more
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