A healthy immune system doesn’t mean you’ll never catch anything (although you’ll catch much less of what’s going around), but it means that if you do catch a bug and your immune system is doing its job, you’ll have milder symptoms and get over it quicker.
At our Gold Coast Acupuncture clinic, we work with you to obtain your desired health results. Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that is most common in younger adults ranging anywhere from 20 to 49 years. It is accompanied with symptoms of rectal bleeding, bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pains and cramps and systemic symptoms varying in degrees. Ulcerative Colitis patient's quality of life is often negatively impacted due to the lengthy disease course along with its frequent reoccurring nature.
At Haynes Acupuncture Gold Coast, we see a lot of patients who are experiencing the uncomfortable symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It is a relatively common condition, affecting 10% of the Australian population (1), and is characterised by abdominal pain and altered bowel function, so people may alternate between constipation and diarrhea. There may also be bloating, nausea, indigestion and food intolerances. It can also make people feel rather miserable as up to 90% of the body’s serotonin (the
Here on the Gold Coast colds, flus and hay fever are common and our acupuncture and chinese medicine clinic can help. So have you thought about boosting your immune system? Have you thought about acupuncture? Acupuncture studies have shown the benefits in managing the symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis with symptoms of runny nose, inflammation, which, did you know the immune system actually triggers in its attempt to fight off the virus/bacteria (2). A systematic review & meta analysis of
Just about any health condition can be a symptom of underlying allergies. It is very common for the allergies to go undiagnosed while the symptoms - headaches, depression, asthma, rashes, indigestion - are treated only with temporary success, possibly complicating the condition. Allergies are overreactions of the immune system to things in the environment, such as dust, pollen, animal dander, and foods. When an allergic person’s immune system is triggered by an allergen, it causes some degree of inflammation. The
Did you know that Traditional Chinese Medicine to assist with infertility actually works? A recent study on the effects of traditional Chinese medicine to assist female infertility has had astounding results. Australian researchers at Adelaide University have created hope for women suffering from infertility as a recent study sheds new light on effectively helping women with infertility issues with Traditional Chinese Medicine. The research, titled “Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine in the management of female infertility: A systematic review” concluded that using
At our Gold Coast Acupuncture clinic we like to talk about a lot of topics and one of them is your bowel motions! Whilst for some this may seem strange, for us, it can tell us a lot about what’s going on with you. Chronic constipation is infrequent (less than daily) passing of hard, dry stools that can often be difficult to pass. Common causes include dehydration, lack of exercise, medications or supplements and a diet lacking in dietary fibre.
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These are the fundamentals to David’s work as an Acupuncturist. Throughout his time in the industry, David has worked patients to improve their quality of life. With a particular focus on fertility, pain, and stress, David’s clinic, Haynes Acupuncture, has patients travelling both near and far, to be treated by David and his team.
First assisting, then practicing since 2008, David committed to continued education early on. This means regularly travelling to conventions, exhibitions, and workshops with international leaders in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Including a three-month internship at a Chinese Hospital in 2009, where he gained certification in Advanced Practice (Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University, Nanning, China).
David’s commitment to continued education results in a comprehensive acupuncture treatments, that can be tailored 100% to the individuals needs. David’s passion for acupuncture and holistic living, is unwavering. Which is obvious to his patients at each and every treatment.
Rather than resting on the usual diagnosis, David comprehensively assesses his patients every time, to ensure that nothing is ever missed.
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David firmly believes in balancing career with a healthy and vibrant lifestyle. For David, this includes fishing, kite surfing, mountain biking, camping, lots of time with his wife Claire, son Kyan, Kelpie pup Esher, and overseas trips.
Ségolène's passion for this medicine began years ago when she was suffering from chronic pain for many years. After experiencing acupuncture her sleepless nights transformed into peaceful rest.
Being a Mum of three, she understands how difficult and sometimes complicated looking after your own health can be, so she is dedicated to helping others find energy and balance in their busy life. What Eastern Medicine offers is a philosophy that empowers you, it teaches you to listen to emotions, to pay attention to the changes in your body and cultivates your mind.
The body has this amazing ability to heal, always seeking for the perfect balance; acupuncture acts as a guide to help bring the body back to homeostasis.
Ségolène is passionate about assisting others find the keys to unlock their fullest potential through reconnection with their body and mind.
Mark moved to Australia from England in 2012, and in 2013 began his formal training in Chinese Medicine at Endeavour College of Natural Health. Mark achieved a Bachelor in Health Sciences (BHSc) with distinction. During the course of his degree, Mark learnt from a variety of teachers and has spent time in different acupuncture clinics to further advance his understanding of Chinese Medicine.
Mark has been assisting David at Coastal Natural Therapies since 2016, further developing his skills and knowledge.
Mark first became interested in acupuncture 25 years ago, after successfully being treated by an English acupuncturist. He subsequently developed a deep passion for Chinese Medicine, reading widely on the subject and having regular treatment with the intention to eventually train to be acupuncturist.
Mark has always held a desire to help people and worked first as a disability support worker, then as a social worker for many years.
Mark has a deep commitment to helping patients reach and maintain wellness with a gentle and empathic approach. Mark has a particular interest in treating chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, mental and emotional health, digestive issues and fertility.
Raisa first discovered East Asian Medicine whilst studying for a Bachelor of Physical Therapy in Spain, which led her to pursue a diploma in Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies (Japanese Remedial Massage) and then further her studies by completing a Bachelor of Health Science Acupuncture.
Starting a family and being far away from her home country was a challenging time in her life. During her fertility journey, she realised how much the focus is put on the egg, overemphasising the women’s role when a couple can’t conceive. Therefore, she has a special interest in understanding, educating, and treating Male Reproductive Health. She is also passionate about assisting families and individuals experiencing "Expat Grief.”
Now a mother of two, she enjoys supporting women through all stages of pregnancy, labour preparation, and postpartum.
She is also a foodie and often shares recipes and talks about her favourite dishes during a session.
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