As I’ve written elsewhere, gastro-intestinal conditions are amongst the most common to be seen in Acupuncture clinics. Broadly these conditions might be grouped as 1) Non serious digestive complaints that can often be treated with changes to diet, lifestyle, over the counter medication, and alternative treatments such as acupuncture; and 2) Chronic gastro-intestinal conditions that […]

Some of the most common complaints to be seen in clinic arise from irritation or inflammation of the stomach, intestines and bowel. Often it will be clear what the problem is.  For example, if there is acid reflux, or burning pain (mild or intense) in the area just below the breast bone (epigastrium), and the […]

The shelves of anyone practising any kind of health care are groaning with books of all kinds – ranging from expensive, glossy, stunningly-illustrated, highly technical and complicated ones to cheap, plain and simple. Most people have their favourites, perhaps a handful, or maybe just one book, that always has something to offer, and a couple […]