Acupuncture
Highly recommended Auckland Acupuncturists
The WYLD Acupuncture team offer an integrated approach working alongside doctors and consultants where appropriate to provide the best overall care. As a standalone therapy or as a complement to other treatments, acupuncture provides an effective solution for many conditions.
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The original theory behind acupuncture treatment is that the healthy functioning of the body is governed by the flow of “qi” (often translated as “energy”) through a system of channels under the skin. When this flow of qi is impaired, illness occurs. By inserting fine needles at various points along the channels, the body’s balance can be restored and the illness resolved.
Acupuncture points are believed to stimulate the central nervous system. This, in turn, releases chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. These biochemical changes may stimulate the body's natural healing abilities and promote physical and emotional well-being.
What does acupuncture feel like?
Acupuncture is done using hair-thin needles. Most people report feeling minimal pain as the needle is inserted. The needle is inserted to a point that produces a sensation of pressure or ache. Needles may be heated during the treatment or mild electric current may be applied to them. Some people report acupuncture makes them feel energized. Others say they feel relaxed.
Instead of needles, other forms of stimulation are sometimes used over the acupuncture points, including:
Heat (moxibustion)
Pressure (acupressure)
Friction
Suction (cupping)
Impulses of electromagnetic energy
National Institutes of Health (NIH) studies have shown that acupuncture is an effective treatment alone or in combination with conventional therapies to treat the following:
Nausea caused by surgical anesthesia and cancer chemotherapy
Dental pain after surgery
Addiction
Headaches
Menstrual cramps
Tennis elbow
Fibromyalgia
Myofascial pain
Osteoarthritis
Low back pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Asthma
What Conditions May Benefit From Acupuncture?
Musculoskeletal
Arthritis
Back pain
Muscle cramping
Muscle pain and weakness
Neck pain
Sciatica
Neurological
Headaches
Migraines
Neurogenic bladder dysfunction
Parkinson's disease
Postoperative pain
Stroke
Gynecological
Menstrual pain
Infertility
Respiratory
Allergic rhinitis
Sinusitis
Bronchitis
Eye-Ear-Throat
Rhinitis
Sinusitis
Sore throat
Sports Injuries
Ankle sprain
Groin pull
Hamstring strain
Shin splints
Knee injury: ACL tear
Knee injury
Tennis elbow (epicondylitis)
Digestive
Gastritis
Irritable bowel syndrome
Hepatitis
Hemorrhoids
Emotional
Anxiety
Depression
Insomnia
Nervousness
Neurosis
Miscellaneous
Irritable bladder
Prostatitis
Male infertility
Some forms of impotence
Addiction
+ Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin needles through your skin at strategic points on your body. A key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain. Increasingly, it is being used for overall wellness, including stress management.
+ Cosmetic Acupuncture
Cosmetic acupuncture works holistically to balance the body within and assist graceful aging while stimulating the skin to heal itself. During your consultation we will start with facial acupuncture and follow it with facial massage and Gua sha or facial cupping to increase blood flow and lymph drainage. Needles will also be inserted in the body, to address underlying imbalances that cause stress and premature aging.
During your treatment, hair thin needles are inserted into the dermis layer of the skin which creates a causing micro trauma. This causes the body to produce collagen and elastin and increases blood flow — resulting in; reduced pigmentation and age spots, Reduced acne breakouts, restored fine lines and wrinkles, increased hydration and improved skin complexion. For best results weekly treatments for a minimum or six weeks are needed.
+ Fertility Acupuncture
Our acupuncturists will insert very small, thin needles into specific points of a body to stimulate blood flow to that area. When used as a treatment for infertility, proponents of acupuncture say it can help by: boosting blood flow to reproductive organs. balancing hormones. relieving stress. Acupuncture as a treatment for infertility shows great results both in man and women. Acupuncture can be considered as successful treatment in restoring fertility in the patients, by improving the sperm quality and ovaries function and balancing the endocrine system and hormones.
+ Pregnancy Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment to prepare you, and your partner, for an efficient labour. Three to four weeks prior to the due date acupuncture treatment is aimed at preparing the pelvis, optimising the position of the baby, ripening the cervix and relieving anxiety.
+ Post Partum Acupuncure
Labour and birth isn't an easy process; many women experience pain and aches even after giving birth. This is when acupuncture comes to play; a session can help reduce soreness, fatigues, and pain, helping your body relax.
+ Weight Loss Acupuncture
Acupuncture can help with weight loss by regulating hormone production, improving the metabolism, optimizing digestion, reducing inflammation, suppressing the appetite, lessening water retention and optimizing other bodily functions that are related to obesity and weight loss.