Complementary Therapies
We currently offer acupuncture as a complementary therapy for clients in Ealing.
Acupuncture - What is it?
Acupuncture is an anciet system of healing developed over thousands of years as part of the traditional medicine of China, Japan and other eastern countries.
The practice began with the discovery that the stimualtion of specific areas on the skin affects the functioning of certain organs in the body. It has dveloped into a system of medicine that restores and maintains health by the insertion of fine needles into acupuncture points just beneath the skin. The points are at very specific locations and lie along channels of enery known as Qi. Qi flows throughout the body but is concentrated in the channels known a meridians. The state and balance of flow of Qi has implications for our mental and emotional health as well as our physical condition.
The aim of acupunture treatment is to restore the balance between the equal and yet opposite qualities of Qi, namely the Yin and the Yang.
Auricular Acupuncture
The use of acupuncture in treating substance misuse was pioneered in the 1970's in the USA.
The system of auricular accupuncture (using acupuncture in the ear), is where five very fine needles are inserted into the points on the ear which energise organ and body functions concerned with cleaning the body such as the liver, kidney and lung and into points that calm the spirit and settle the sympathetic nervous system.
Response to Treatment
The effects of acupuncture treatment are experienced by each person differently. Some people notice the effects immediately, while for others the changes may be more subtle. The effectiveness usually depends on age, general health and substance abuse history.
We use acupuncture treatment to help our clients reduce their withdrawal symptoms and to intensify the detoxification process, to help reduce craving and to strengthen their mental and emotional energy.
The symptoms for which acupuncture treatment may be helpful include:
Insomnia, Agitation, Apathy, Mood swings, Tension, Irritability, Low energy, Low spirit, Excess perspiration, Poor circulation, Cramps and Lower backache.
Overall, acupunture can provide a person with a chance to break free from a life pattern or habit.
Access to the service
Clients who are receiving 1:1 support from TASHA Foundation can be assessed to see if this treatment is appropriate.
For information, please contact 020 8571 9981
Other complimentary treatments
We have a range of detox and relaxation teas.
Self-help packs and audio tapes are also available upon request to assist and deal with stress, overcoming depression, agoraphobia, anxiety, panic attacks, drug withdrawal. etc.
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