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Finding Relief from Cervicogenic Headaches: A Holistic Approach

Do you often experience headaches that seem to originate from the neck or upper spine? Does the pain radiate from the back of your head to the front, accompanied by neck stiffness or discomfort? You may be suffering from cervicogenic headaches, a type of headache caused by underlying neck issues. At Freedom Clinics, we specialise … Read more

The Power of Acupuncture: A Natural Approach to Relieving Migraine

Introduction Migraines are much more than just headaches; they are debilitating episodes of intense pain, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. If you’re one of the millions who suffer from migraines, you know how crucial it is to find effective relief. While medication is often the first line of defence, … Read more

Acupuncture for Women’s Health: A Holistic Approach to Wellness

Women’s health is a multifaceted subject, encompassing a wide range of conditions and concerns that affect women throughout their lives. While conventional medicine provides effective treatments for many women’s health issues, an increasing number of women are turning to complementary and alternative therapies to complement their healthcare regimen. Acupuncture has gained popularity in recent years … Read more

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The Effectiveness of Acupuncture in Treating Sleep Issues

Introduction Sleep is a fundamental aspect of human health, and disruptions in sleep patterns can have a profound impact on our well-being. While there are various treatment options available for sleep issues, acupuncture has gained popularity as a natural and effective method to improve sleep quality. In this article, we will explore the effectiveness of … Read more

Acupuncture: An Effective Treatment for Back Pain Relief

Introduction: Back pain is a prevalent condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing discomfort, limited mobility, and reduced quality of life. While there are various treatment options available, acupuncture has gained recognition as an effective therapy for back pain relief. Read on to explore the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating back pain, supported by … Read more

Acupuncture: An Effective Treatment for Anxiety Relief

Introduction Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing excessive worry, fear, and emotional distress. While there are various treatment options available, acupuncture has gained recognition as an effective therapy for anxiety relief. Understanding Anxiety Anxiety disorders encompass a range of conditions, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, … Read more

Back Awareness Week - Young woman with good posture meditating at home, back view

Back Awareness Week

It’s probably fair to say that there’s a lot riding on your back! After all, it’s your main structural support, acting as a column to keep you upright and helps in performing day-to-day activities with ease. The great thing about the spinal column is that it is unique in a way compared to other parts … Read more

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Working from home – Joint and spine care

With more localised lockdowns predicted over the winter season, we thought it would be an ideal time to share with you some of our experiences with lockdown, the number of joint and back issues we have seen due to WFH and how you can avoid further back and spine damage. As lovely as it can … Read more

Back Pain Can Be A Sign Of Vitamin D Deficiency?

Vitamin D is very important to our musculoskeletal function and our immune system. Yet many of us are deficient in our levels of vitamin D. In fact, 27% of the population is vitamin D deficient.

80% of our vitamin D intake comes from the sun, so in the depths of winter, we expect a higher percentage of UK residents will drop below normal parameters.

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Acupuncture for runners and how it works

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As we approach acupuncture week 2019, we explore how it can help with running, especially while training for the London marathon!

Derived from Chinese medicine, acupuncture is intended to improve blood flow and stimulate healing. Unlike its original philosophy (yin and yang balance), western/modern medicine claims that acupuncture works by releasing the body’s natural chemicals.
Whichever metaphysic you choose to believe, thousands of people in the UK each year use acupuncture to aid mobility and reduce pain, regardless of the the controversial science of how it actually works.

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