Vincent Wen-Hsien Liu - Musculoskeletal Acupuncturist

29/07/2025

The annual Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Conference wrapped up on Sunday - so much great content! 🙌
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, east meets west… loved it all.
Feeling refreshed and ready to try out some of what I learned 🌿✨

12/06/2025

A New Review Comparing Scalp and Traditional Acupuncture in Stroke Treatment:

Background Stroke recovery is a critical global-health priority; there is growing interest alternative therapies in scalp acupuncture (SA) to overcome the limitations of conventional treatments and improve outcomes. This study provides an overview of systematic reviews to evaluate the evidence on th...

05/05/2025

Effects of Acupuncture and Moxibustion on Heart Rate Variability in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Patients: Regulating the Autonomic Nervous System in a Clinical Randomized Controlled Trial
📣 NEW post - read the the full paper and join the discussion on the EBA Forum

www.evidencebasedacupuncture.org/forum

Results:
The results showed that both acupuncture and moxibustion can effectively alleviate fatigue symptoms in patients suffering from CFS, with combined acupuncture and moxibustion demonstrating greater effectiveness.

Conclusion:
Acupuncture excelled in regulating the immediate effects of HRV, while moxibustion excelled in regulating long-term effects. Acupuncture targeting both the Zusanli and Guanyuan points proved more effective than acupuncture targeting a single point, with this difference reflected in the distinct regulatory effects on the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The intervention mechanism of Zusanli may involve the parasympathetic nervous system, whereas Guanyuan may operate through the sympathetic nervous system.

19/04/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful and blessed Easter! 🐣🌷

04/04/2025

07/03/2025

Happy International Women's Day!

21/02/2025

Hi everyone! It’s been a while since I last posted—I’ve been busy with my daughter, Riley. She’s now 5 and just started kindergarten! It’s a big transition for her and for our whole family. Waking up early every morning has definitely challenged my Qi, but seeing her grow and thrive makes it all worth it. Grateful for this new chapter!

25/12/2024

Thank you all for your support and help this year. Wishing you and your families a wonderful Christmas and a happy, healthy new year. Happy holidays!

15/11/2024

Happy World Acupuncture Awareness Day!

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween 🎃

Ghost point acupuncture, traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat mental disturbances and spirit-related issues, seems perfectly fitting for Halloween. In ancient practice, ghost points address “ghost-like” ailments that might manifest as intense emotional states or psychological imbalances.

The 13 ghost points include: Du 26, Lung 11, Spleen 1, Pericardium 7, Bladder 62, Du 16, Stomach 6, Ren 24, Pericardium 8, Du 23, Ren 1, Large Intestine 11, and Yin Tang.

Each ghost point is selected for its potential to help clear disruptions and restore mental clarity. So, as Halloween invites us to face fears and transcend the old, ghost point acupuncture supports us in releasing our inner ”ghosts“ for a more balanced spirit and mind.

09/10/2024

As an acupuncturist, one of the most rewarding experiences is helping patients achieve life-changing goals, such as conceiving a child.

I vividly recall working with a woman who wanted to become a mother, feeling disheartened by various treatments.

Through regular acupuncture sessions, we focused on balancing her energy, reducing stress and anxiety, and improving blood flow to her reproductive system.

After several months of dedication, she was pregnant and gave birth to a baby girl in February this year.

Moments like these remind me how fortunate I am to help people achieve their dreams and improve their wellbeing. It is a truly rewarding experience.

13/08/2024

Peripheral Neuropathy (PN)

PN is a condition that results from damage to the peripheral nerves, leading to symptoms like pain, numbness, tingling, and burning sensation, often in the hands and feet.

Common causes of PN include:
Diabetes
Chemotherapy
Idiopathic - without a known cause
HIV

Acupuncture is believed to help relieve symptoms of PN by improving blood flow and reducing nerve sensitivity.

Research on acupuncture as a treatment for PN has shown promising results, especially in USA, though more rigorous studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness.