Both in eastern cultures, and booming in popularity in the western world, we see Acupuncture is a widely used modality. So what makes Acupuncture so popular?
Easily accessible treatment
Practitioners need to be registered through AHPRA, so strict regulations and guidelines in treatment must be met
Acupuncturists perfect the artform of acupuncture needle insertion-it’s not a side note! We use this technique during our degree studies (at a minimum) 900 hours BEFORE we graduate. Experience is key when it comes to needling, and Acupuncturists have it!
It is relaxing, calming, and supports well over 100 conditions according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), and growing evidence to support acupuncture use gives this treatment mainstream momentum. Read more about acupuncture and the evidence here
Dr. Rebecca Brook is available for bookings for ANY health concern.
Her favourite areas of interest include
Reproductive health and sexual health (men and women)
Fertility and preconception care
Conception plans and BBT tracking support
Pain management and injury management
Migraines/headaches/neck and back pain
Chronic conditions
Paediatric care for children
Sleep and insomnia
Adelaide Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine treatments
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into various specific points on the body which have influence on your Qi (the body’s energy). It is based on a classical TCM theory that there are channels or meridians of energy running throughout our bodies which manage & maintain our energy flow. Each channel also corresponds to our bodily organs (internal medicine).
As a 4yr degree qualified and highly trained Acupuncturist, Dr. Rebecca Brook (BHSc Acu) will insert acu pins at various places on your body, depending on the severity and nature of that condition we are treating. These can be anywhere, including in the ears (auricular acupuncture), scalp, hands and feet, limbs, tummy or back.
Acupuncture actually feels good! It induces sensations like no other modality can. Some patients report feeling their energy shifting as they lay quietly, others report deep relaxation and calmness. Whatever you feel, it won’t be scary or painful or like you’re having blood taken! Nothing of the sort…but each person has their own experience. Come and find out what yours will be…
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Herbal medicine
Easy to use herbal formulas are often prescribed to support the work we do in clinic. Dr. Rebecca Brook views herbal formulas as essential in some cases, especially where patients have long term complaints-the body likes repetition, and treating yourself at home using herbs means consistency!
Giving the human body messages every day (by taking your herbs) means the body has support in-between physical acupuncture treatments.
There are variations of formulas including
capsules
tablets or pills
granules
liquid formulas
If you are prescribed a formula know that it is with purpose-to improve the condition you sought treatment for, and enhance overall health and wellbeing.
Different formulas are for different parts of the body, different organs, different chinese medicine patterns, or different conditions.
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Traditional Chinese Cupping
Cupping is everywhere these days.
However as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Dr. Rebecca Brook uses this for both diagnostic and treatment purposes. It doesn’t just look “cool”, it serves a much broader purpose!
Traditional flame cupping utilises a heat source to remove oxygen from the cup, thus creating suction. Cups are placed on your skin in various locations, depending on your treatment. Analysis is then done and results of this diagnostic tools are used to support diagnosis/treatment. OR, she may require further investigation to enhance your treatment and optimise outcomes.
As an Acupuncturist she utilises the results of your cupping for further treatment recommendations, differential diagnosis and as therapy. Being skilled with cupping techniques comes hand in hand with being a Dr. of Chinese Medicine/Acupuncturist.
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Chinese Dietetics
Are you unsure WHAT to eat?
Do you find meal planning confusing? Could the foods you eat be causing you some harm?
Book a Chinese Dietetics Package to receive your first two sessions, a comprehensive guide for your food intake, and a Review consult 2wks later. Take charge of something you do every single day - YOU EAT!
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Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture
If you've been wanting to get some tone back in your facial muscles, improve skin texture, combat acne or any other skin concern, or nourish those wrinkles, then this treatment is for you.
Dr. Rebecca Brook has a special offer for patients at the Christies Beach location @ Coast Osteopathy available until Dec 22nd 2023!
$69 for your 30min Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture session
Incl. only facial acupuncture and body points. Standard consults include all the extras like facial cupping, facial massage, guasha etc.
****You MUST have undergone your Initial Acupuncture Consult PRIOR to booking this appointment.****
Book in for your session BOOK IN TODAY!
Spots are limited…
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Manual therapies
Before studying her degree in Chinese Medicine, Dr. Rebecca Brook was a qualified Remedial Massage therapist and Clinical Aromatherapist for nearly 13yrs.
Her primary focus was on women’s health including pregnancy and postnatal massage. Her client base also consisted of chronic pain patients, those with headaches/migraines and people who needed to de-stress.
She often utilises other techniques in her toolkit during your acupuncture consult including
craniosacral therapy
soft tissue release
trigger point work
scalp massage
facial massage
tuina, or chinese remedial massage
All these help support diagnosis and treatment principles under a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) umbrella.
Treatments can differ from alot of other Acupuncturists by including manual treatment where necessary. But she believes it completes and enhances assessment of your body also.
