Greenwich Natural Health Centre: Acupuncture

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Acupuncture - what is it? Acupuncture, developed over two thousand years, forms part of what is known as 'traditional medicine' in China, Japan and other Eastern countries. The earliest records of Acupuncture date back over two thousand years and today there are over three million practitioners worldwide. The earliest written record of acupuncture is the Chinese text Shiji (史記, English: Records of the Grand Historian) with elaboration of its history in the second century BCE medical text Huangdi Neijing (黃帝內經, English: Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon).[1] Different variations of acupuncture are practiced and taught throughout the world. The practice of Acupuncture is thought to have begun with the discovery that the stimulation of specific areas on the skin appears to affect the functioning of certain organs of the body. How does it work? Acupuncture needles are inserted into specific points on the body depending on the diagnosis. The points follow specific paths along the body and are believed to have therapeutic effects. In Western terms, it is thought that it works by stimulating the nervous system in such a way that the body's natural chemicals, such as endorphins, are released into the body. Endorphins resemble the opiate class of chemicals in their ability to poduce analgesia and a feeling of well-being.

What to expect During your appointment the acupuncturist will enquire about your general health, your symptoms, your diet, quality of your bowel movements and sleep patterns. The acupuncturist may check your pulse and also press gently on various acupuncture points around the body to check for tenderness and pain. The sterile needles your acupuncturist uses are not like syringe needles. They are much thinner and can range in width and length dependent on where they are to be inserted in the body. The needles will be inserted by hand (sometimes through a guide tube) in various parts of the body such as the wrists, hands, feet, abdomen and back. You may feel a mild sensation when the needles are inserted but it should not be painful. Many patients find the sensation extremely relaxing. As with all complementary therapies, we recommend you seek the advice of your GP or regular medical practitioner before committing yourself to significant treatments, especially those that are physically invasive.

NHS positive evidence of effectiveness for the following conditions:


Chronic back pain Dental pain Headache	Pain and discomfort during oocyte retrieval (a procedure used during IVF) Nausea and vomiting after an operation	Osteoarthritis of the knee

Acupuncture may help with:

Addictions Asthma Chronic pain Depression	Insomnia Neck pain Sciatica Shoulder pain	Stroke Tinnitus

Practitioners

Rupert Lander MBAcc

Lic Ac.

I began my studies in Oriental Medicine in 1993 at the London College of Oriental Massage. I went on to train in Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin, Texas and at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading, Berks, where I graduated in acupuncture in 2003. I have been practising acupuncture in London for five years, in Greenwich and Borough.

More recently I have qualified in Chinese Herbal Medicine, which is a wonderful adjunct to acupuncture.I supervise students undergoing clinical training in acupuncture. I am particularly interested in the clinical application of the Chinese medical classical texts, which provide the fundamental orientation of Chinese medicine practice.

I am a member of the British Acupuncture Council, bound to abide by its code of ethics and fully insured.

Clinically, I am interested in large range of conditions, including: Allergies and Hay Fever, Arthritis and Pain, Digestive and Bowel Disorders, Fertility issues, Headaches, Insomnia and Stress. Respiratory Disorders, Skin Disorders, Tiredness and Chronic Fatigue, Urogenital Issues.

Rupert's web site

Price list:

First 75 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions

Children:
First 45 minute session
Subsequent 30 minute sessions

Combination therapy:
45 minutes Acupuncture & Herbal

£55
£45

£40
£30

£55*

Please enquire for concessionary rates.

*Price includes cost of herbs

Andrew Ogleby MBAcc

I am a fully qualified and experienced acupuncturist and graduated from the School of Five Element Acupuncture. I also studied at the London College of Traditional Acupuncture, the UK's leading school of Chinese medicine.

I receive continuous professional development, including post-graduate excellence training, and was one of the practitioners taking part in the King's Funded ‘CACTUS’ study (Classical Acupuncture for Treating Unexplained Symptoms) comprised of GP surgeries, researchers, statisticians, fellow acupuncturists and patients throughout London.

The CACTUS project ensures that the acupuncture treatment given to study patients is clinically relevant and that the scientific standard of the research conducted is high.

Read more about the CACTUS Study

I am a keen martial artist, practicing both 'hard' and 'soft' styles. As a result, I am also interested in helping both sportmen and others to discover which forms of complementary exercise or other lifestyle changes might be most beneficial for them.

Andrew's web site

Price list:

First 90 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions

£60
£45

First five appointments for the price of four

£195

Bernadette Reed BA (Hons)

Lic.Ac.
DIPTCH.
Certificate of Professional Practice in Cranio-sacral Therapy.

All practitioner members of the British Acupuncture Council's register are fully conversant with and must observe a Code of Practice containing strict rules regarding hygienic procedures and sterilisation of needles.

These procedures have been approved by the Department of Health.

Acupuncture carried out under the British Acupuncture Council's Code of Practice is approved by the Blood Transfusion Services of the UK for people who wish to donate blood.

Price list:

First 60 minute session
Subsequent 45 minute sessions

£50
£45

Please enquire for concessionary rates.

Peter Salt-Berrymen

MBac.

Lic Ac.

Between 1988 and 1993 I studied Reflexology, Tui Na, Shiatsu and Massage.

In 1993 I started an Acupuncture course with the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine and graduated in 1996, gaining the qualification, Licentiate in Acupuncture (LIC Ac.), and became a member of the Acupuncture Council at that time.

I have taken postgraduate courses in Patent Herbal Medicine (ready made pills not raw herbs); Advanced Needle Techniques; Point Location; treating infertility and I.V.F. Musculo-skeletal Problems; Tui Na massage; treatment of sports injuries and I am a practical skills tutor at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine.

I use all of my disciplines in my practice to achieve the best results for my patients.

Peter's web site

Price list:

First 90 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions

£50
£40

Please enquire for concessionary rates.

Footnotes and references

[1] Prioreschi, P (2004).

A history of Medicine, Volume 2. Horatius Press. pp. 147–8. ISBN 1888456019

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