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Soma Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is an allied health clinic offering acupuncture, cupping, and herbal medicine to our local community.

We support our patients by incorporating traditional and modern knowledge to support the body as a whole.

12/10/2025

What's in a pulse? 🫴🏽

I'm not just counting your heart rate! Reading the pulse is one way the body can speak to us.

Through the rhythm, depth, and quality of the pulse, I can feel your energy, flow of Blood, and the state of your fluids 🩸

I look for stagnation or blockages, areas where the flow may be stuck or depleted, and the vitality of each organ system ❌

My fingers sense tension, phlegm, fatigue, stress, and more 🤧

Every pulse is different and each of your pulses are forever changing... so are your treatments 💆🏽‍♀️

02/10/2025

A peek into what nutrients and types of foods will benefit us most at different times of our cycle.. and why!

Traditional Chinese medicine views the menstrual cycle as one that aligns with the seasons and their transitions.

Period = Winter ❄️
Follicular = Spring 🌱
Ovulation = Summer 🌞
Luteal = Autumn 🍂

Therefore, as we do for the seasons, we can incorporate different foods into each phase of the cycle to support our body's functions.

*Please note that cycle days and diet options differ greatly from person to person. This post shares general advice and an approximation of days. Talk with a practitioner for personalised suggestions if your cycle is irregular and/or you have food sensitivities.

Read deeper into this topic on my website's blog!

20/09/2025

Starting October, there will be more availability on Monday afternoons and evenings ✅

The new clinic space is just down the street, at 452 High St, Northcote, inside Rhythm Health 🏫

Wednesday afternoons and evenings will open up in the near future, keep your eyes peeled 👀

Reach out for any questions you have regarding the changes, treatments, etc.

- Michelle

09/09/2025

Shortly after the Spring equinox, we bring you a night of Yin Yoga and Acupuncture 💆🏽

Support your body through the seasonal transition as we work on gently waking up your dormant winter energy and settling those which have been too quick to rise 🌱 🌼

Friday October 3rd
7.30-9pm
Brunswick East
Hip Hop Yoga studio
With Michelle and Victoria

Booking link in bio

01/09/2025

What does our tongue tell us? 👅

In traditional Chinese medicine, the tongue is a window into your inner health.
Its colour, shape, and coating reflect the functional states of your organs, different body systems, energy, nutrients, and fluids 🩸

🔸Color shows the balance of heat, cold, and circulation.
🔸Shape reveals how strong, stuck, or depleted your body’s energy may be.
🔸Coating offers insight on digestion and how well you’re processing food and fluids.

Observing your tongue gives me valuable information that helps to guide your treatments and support your body’s functions on an individual level.

Feel free to inquire about your tongue during your next treatment!

25/07/2025

Chronic neck, back, or nerve pain CAN be from tight muscles and poor posture...

But I find the chronicity of these conditions often includes a nervous system component 🧠

Central sensitisation happens when your body becomes hypersensitive - the slightest movement can trigger amplified pain signals and prolong your symptoms long after your original strain has healed 💢

Acupuncture targets neck and back pain via multiple angles:

🔸it works on the nervous system to rewire how your body processes pain
🔸it increases blood flow to tight or undernourished areas
🔸it calms your stress response & nervous system
🔸it reduces local inflammation

Combining treatments with physical therapy, a nutrient dense diet, mindfulness, and sunshine can support a quicker route to less pain and long-lasting relief 😌

22/07/2025

Some quick hot tips on 2 supplements!! 💊

If you take Iron or Vitamin D supplements, this might influence when/how you take them.

Optimise your consumption so you get the most out of your supplements 🙌🏽

Here's also a reminder to get your bloods done and test your levels before taking supplements as your body may not have the same needs as your friends and family 💁🏽

Iron: 🩸
- take first thing in the morning, empty stomach, with vitamin C
- iron bisglycinate instead of ferrous sulfate if you have a sensitive gut / tend towards constipation
- take away from caffeine / dairy to maximise absorption

Vitamin D: 🌞
- up to 2000IU
- with fats / meal
- especially in winter
- before dinner as it affects melatonin production

17/07/2025

It's easy in this modern world to stay in go-go-go mode - brain always churning, you're feeling productive... you're ticking things off the list! ✔️

I see it often in my patients (myself included): full schedules, busy minds, and yet I also see the impact it has on our energy, sleep, cycles, mood, and overall wellbeing 🧠🏃🏽‍♂️

True rest allows our mind and body to recover from the constant demands of daily life. During rest our bodies undergo vital repair processes - supporting everything from our nervous system to our hormones and immune function 😌

Rest is not unproductive or lazy! Without it, our bodies struggle to regulate, and imbalances start to manifest in different ways.

Here are some different types of rest you can weave into your days to support your mind and body!

Address

452 High Street
Northcote, VIC
3070

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 8pm
Friday	7am - 1pm

Website

http://somachinesemedicine.com/

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