Bloom Pregnancy Acupuncture

16/06/2024

Let's delve into the fascinating world of acupuncture and its profound effects on treating back pain.
Understanding Acupuncture: Acupuncture is a traditional and classical Chinese medical practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body. These points correspond to pathways, or meridians, through which Qi (pronounced "chee"), or vital energy, flows. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), blockages or imbalances in the flow of Qi can lead to pain and illness.
How Acupuncture Helps with Back Pain:
1. Pain Relief: Acupuncture is known for its ability to relieve pain by stimulating the release of endorphins, the body's natural painkillers. It can also reduce inflammation and improve blood circulation to the affected area, promoting healing.
2. Muscle Relaxation: Acupuncture can help relax tense muscles and reduce muscle spasms, which are common causes of back pain.
3. Improving Qi Flow: According to TCM principles, back pain can be caused by stagnation or blockages of Qi in the meridians related to the back and spine. Acupuncture aims to restore the smooth flow of Qi, thereby alleviating pain and promoting overall health.
What to Expect During an Acupuncture Session: During an acupuncture session:
• Thin, sterile needles are gently inserted into specific points on your body.
• You may feel a slight tingling sensation, a dull ache feeling or nothing at all.
• The needles are usually left in place for about 30 minutes while you relax.
Is Acupuncture Safe? When performed by a trained and licensed acupuncturist, acupuncture is generally considered safe. The needles used are single-use, sterile, and disposable, minimizing the risk of infection.
Conclusion: Acupuncture offers a holistic approach to managing back pain, addressing both the symptoms and underlying causes. Many individuals find acupuncture to be a powerful standalone treatment or a valuable complement to conventional medical treatments. As well an alternative for those seeking drug-free pain relief.
If you're suffering from back pain or curious about acupuncture, we encourage you to consult with our qualified acupuncturist to explore whether this ancient therapy used in a modern world could benefit you.

A patient focused professional pregnancy Acupuncture Clinic located within a specialised obstetrics, gynaecology and midwife medical practice.

22/05/2024

Combating the Flu Season: Integrating Acupuncture into your Prevention Plan.

As the flu season approaches, many of us gearing up to protect ourselves and our loved ones from the annual onslaught of sniffles, sneezes and fevers. Using Chinese Medicine and its principles, you can arm yourself with defenses to keep you healthy all season long.

Acupuncture has been shown to boost immunity by regulating the production and activity of immune cells, such as white blood cells. By tapping into the immune response acupuncture may help ward off infections, including the flu! Additionally, it can reduce stress and inflammation both of which are known to weaken the immune system, making you more susceptible to illness. Thereby making acupuncture a fantastic natural solution to not only keep the flu at a distance, but also help you to recover faster if you do end up catching the flu.

Some tips to get you started in flu prevention strategy:

Begin treatments from a licensed acupuncturist before flu season hits. This gives you the best chance to strengthen your immune system preemptively.
Healthy balanced lifestyle with regular gentle exercise like Qi Gong, adequate sleep and keeping stress levels in check.
Healthy nutritious food can fill you up with the vitality you need to combat nasty viruses. Such foods coming into the cooler dryer months should be warming and hydrating. Such foods include hearty soups and stews, add plenty of garlic, ginger, onions and chilies. Avoid high amounts of sugar, deep fried food, and cool foods like ice.
Keep your body warm. Where socks, keep your lower back warm and pick out your favorite scarf to keep your neck and chest warm.
Herbal support can be incorporated into your immune boosting routine. Chinese Medicine have been using formulas for centuries to help boost your immunity to prevent flu attack and formulas to help recover faster once a flu has taken hold. Consult your Licensed Chinese Herbalist for a personalized immune boosting herbal formula.
Acupuncture helps facilitates your body’s own innate healing capacity, not only in prevention from viral attacks such as the flu but promoting a swifter and more complete recovery from the flu. Embrace the wisdom of Chinese Medicine and empower your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive!

Contact Bloom Pregnancy Acupuncture for a consult and treatment with our licensed acupuncturist and herbalist Suzzanne Sunner.

09/10/2023

It was an absolute pleasure to work along side this mum with labour preparation acupuncture, to help bring this little girl Willow into the world. 💖

07/10/2023

Dreaming beneath the Jacaranda Tree

As the days grow longer, we notice with delight that nature is bursting with colour, heat and energy! This is your personal invitation to explore the harmonious connections between the ancient to modern wisdom of Chinese Medicine and your wellness, as we transition out of the spring (wood) season and into the summer (fire) season.
One of the many theories in Chinese Medicine, is we the people are in fact a walking, talking micro universe. And when we are living in perfect harmony with nature, our personal universe vibrates at perfect harmony in health. Easier said than done right! Well Chinese medicine has a few tips on how to do this 😊. Each season is allocated an element, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Wood. No surprise Fire goes with summer, and it is the season of activity, expansion and vitality. So too does our spirit reflect this energy and begins to crave adventure, playtime and joy. As the sun brilliantly radiates across our southern skies, we find ourselves wake up earlier and stay up later. This is the season where our Qi (energy) is at its peak and its time to get things done. This is the perfect time to incorporate cooling foods with high water content into your diet. Eating foods that are mostly green such as salads, lettuce, bok-choy, bamboo shoots, cucumbers, watercress, mung-beans and fresh fruit like watermelon. Bitter foods like bitter-melon are said to drain and clear excess heat out of the body, which is great to eat if you spent a little too much time in the sun. Stay hydrated through with filtered water with a pinch of mint, cucumber lemon or lime as these also have cooling properties and slightly detoxifying. However, you do not want to over consume to much cold food which is easily done in summer with icy drinks and ice-cream, as this will likely impair your digestion. However, if you do find yourself feeling out of sorts this summer, possibly due to much indulgence in ice cream or icy cocktails, acupuncture and Chinese herbs are significantly effective at bringing you back to balance.
In Chinese Medicine, summer is associated with the heart, and therefore is the season for laughter, joy and healing old emotional wounds. Time to open our hearts and let our spirits soar as we allow this warm season to wash its vibrant energy over us as we embark on this enlighten adventure together.

08/08/2023

Absolutely pleasure working with this muma to bring her baby boy into the world. Treatment of acupuncture and electric acupuncture (acupuncture on a tens machine) from Week 36, to help soften and ripen the cervix. And help relieve hip pain, lower back pain and pelvic pain. As well as eliminate acid reflux. 🩵💙🩵

08/08/2023

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31281404

93 women in this study had breech presentation, after treatment of acupuncture and moxibustion 62.4% of the women was observed having a cephalic presentation at birth. Concluding acupuncture and Moxibustion are effective non invasive treatments to help turn your baby.

On the basis of our results, self-administered home treatment moxibustion followed by moxibustion and needle stimulations may be an effective and low-cost treatment for inducing cephalic version.

09/07/2023

Acupuncture can help reduce neck, shoulder and back pain.

06/07/2023

What is carpal tunnel? How effective is Acupuncture for carpal tunnel. And some simple stretches you can do at home to help ease carpal tunnel syndrome.

30/06/2023

https://youtu.be/_CxgdnRFOdQ

Acupuncture has been shown to quickly, effectively and safely reduce neck pain. You can find me at https://bloompregnancyacupuncture.com.au/ Instagram ...

30/06/2023

Welcome, my name is Suzzanne Sunner and I am a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist based in Brisbane. This channel will touch on episodes such as re...

23/06/2023

Acupuncture has been shown to be significantly effective at reducing pain in carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel is common during pregnancy, and acupuncture is a safe and effective way to decrease pain and bring back functionality. Visit https//bloompregnancyacupuncture.com.au for full blog and research articles.

13/03/2023

Big List Birth Worker
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Introducing Rachel Di Re
Private Practice Midwife
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Located in Loganholme and supporting women in greater Brisbane and northern Gold Coast suburbs
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Rachel’s contact details are
Integratedmidwife@yahoo.com

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https://integratedmidwife.com/