Acupuncture for skin conditions
Facing the world clear and bright
Acupuncture for skin problems can be a big help Problems with your skin can seem very unfair in that there's often no hiding them! Your skin may worsen with certain foods, when you're run down, or if you're pre-menstrual. Jessica will ask lots of questions to reach a fully individualised diagnosis of your problem.
Acne, dry skin, eczema, psoriasis and rashes all have different diagnoses in Chinese medicine, and can respond well to treatment. Acupuncture helps restore harmony across your body, helping re-establish natural processes and rhythms, giving your skin the balance it needs.
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Research |
A 2003 report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) found that acne vulgaris, pruritus (itchiness), neurodermatitis, and herpes zoster (shingles) are among the conditions "for which the therapeutic effect of acupuncture has been shown but for which further proof is needed."
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Case study |
"On hitting 30 I started to suffer from acne vulgaris and spent the last 3 years on and off antibiotics, which did not seem to work effectively. I was also suffering from stress at work, so decided to try alternative medicine. After a few sessions with Jessica, my skin had improved and I felt like a weight had been lifted from my shoulders with regard to my work stresses. I now see Jessica once every 6 weeks, just to keep myself in-check. She has a friendly and informative approach, so I feel very relaxed during the sessions. I would certainly recommend her to my family, friends and colleagues." An administrator in her 30s |
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