Lin Du Acupuncturist, Chinese herbal medicine practitioner

Lin is a member of The British Acupuncture Council, Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Acupuncture Fertility Network. She holds a Bachelor in Acupuncture, a Master in Integration of Traditional Chinese medicine and Western Medicine, and a PhD in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

She has been a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine for more than 10 years, and is experienced in treating a wide range of conditions, especially gynaegological and fertility problems. In her practice, she may use acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine, or a combination of both, to obtain the very best result. Find more information on Lin and her practice on www.tcmcentre.com.

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine involving stainless steel needles being inserted into various points of the body. Body's energy flow or 'chi' as it is known is connected by merdians that flow throughout the body organs and their functions.

Acupuncture helps to stimulate this energy flow enabling the patient's well-being and promotes healing. Traditionally there were said to be 365 points in the body corresponding to the days of the year, but over the past 2,000 years proponents have discovered there are almost 2,000 points. Acupuncturists can also include moxi-bustion (the burning of herbs applied to the skin).

What is Chinese herbal medicine?

Chinese Herbal Medicine is one of the great herbal systems of the world. With two core theories (Yin-Yang and Five Elements), it aims to understand and treat many ways where fundamental balance and harmony are undermined. Clinical strategies are based upon diagnosis of patterns of signs and symptoms that reflect an imbalance. Chinese herbs are usually recommended in formulas so that they can be customized to each patient. The prescription of herbal remedies takes a practitioner years to master because it requires a deep understanding of medical theory and the complexity of herbs.

Where can I receive more guidance about Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal treatments?

Our Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal clinic (The Cenacle Treatment Centre) is located at former St Mary's Rectory, Stockport, next to Manchester and Cheshire, provides Acupuncture & Chiese Herbal treatments along with many other alternative and complementary therapies. Our location is set in peaceful relaxing grounds, adding to the healing and calming atmosphere of our clinic.

The aim of our Acupuncture & Chinese herbal treatment centre is to focus a number of alternative health therapies under one roof, thereby offering a comprehensive range of treatments for clients in the North West region.

For further information, call us on 0161 483 9005 or complete an enquiry form and one of our friendly staff will be happy to help with your enquiry.

 

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