by kathleenmurphy | May 10, 2019 | Acupuncture, Preconception Care, Research, Women's Health
It is estimated that 1 in 6 Australian couples will experience fertility challenges1, and there may be a number of reasons that contribute to this. Acupuncture treatment can be very beneficial when fertility support is needed; and has a long history of use for...
by kathleenmurphy | Feb 21, 2019 | Acupuncture, Preconception Care, Women's Health
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a very common condition, affecting 12-18% of women1, some say more. Despite its name, PCOS is more than just cysts on the ovaries and involves a complex hormonal interaction. If you have PCOS, you may experience a number of...
by kathleenmurphy | Jan 16, 2018 | Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves needling. It is, after all, acu-PUNCTURE. And this can really freak some people out. I get it, needles aren’t fun. Except, I am here to tell you, if they’re acupuncture needles. Acupuncture needles are rad. During a treatment, I use...
by kathleenmurphy | Sep 12, 2017 | Digestive health, Emotional wellbeing, Nutrition, Seasonal health, Women's Health
Throughout September and October, we are running a Spring Cleanse program at the clinic, to help our patients transition out of the ‘hibernation’ period of Winter and into the warm sunshine of Spring! During the colder months, many of us can relate to...
by kathleenmurphy | May 23, 2017 | Acupuncture, Tales from my life
I am deep in acupuncture study at the moment, as I’m about to head to RMIT for mid-year exams, then almost immediately off to Guangzhou for an internship at a TCM* hospital. Am excited! Am bamboozled. But, I’ll get there! Integrating all this new...