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At Gentle Acupuncture we provide a unique blend of classical acupuncture and moxibustion techniques to address specialist areas such as pregnancy support and paediatric treatments, alongside a wide range of other treatment specialities for adults as well.

Amazing seminar with Yasunori Noine Sensei this last long weekend! Going deep in this ancient and powerful medicine. 🙏✨️...
05/05/2026

Amazing seminar with Yasunori Noine Sensei this last long weekend! Going deep in this ancient and powerful medicine. 🙏✨️💜

Shoulder pain responds very well to acupuncture and moxibustion, especially when the treatment is tailored to the patter...
28/04/2026

Shoulder pain responds very well to acupuncture and moxibustion, especially when the treatment is tailored to the pattern behind the pain rather than just the location.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, shoulder pain is usually linked to one (or a mix) of these patterns:
1. Qi & Blood Stagnation (most common)
Sharp, fixed pain
Worse with movement or certain positions
Often from strain, injury, or overuse
Treatment:
Acupuncture to move Qi and Blood.
Moxibustion if there’s cold involvement
can be very helpful here
2. Wind-Cold-Damp Invasion
Heavy, aching shoulder
Worse with cold or damp weather
Better with warmth
Treatment:
Moxibustion is key 🔥
3. Liver Qi Stagnation (stress-related tension)
Tight, stiff shoulders (often upper trapezius)
Linked to stress, frustration, emotional holding
Gentle moxa if there’s cold or deficiency
4. Kidney Deficiency (chronic, deeper weakness)
Dull, chronic pain
Weakness in shoulder and arm
Often in older patients or long-term issues

How acupuncture helps
Relaxes muscle tension
Improves blood circulation
Reduces inflammation
Signals the nervous system to reduce pain
How moxibustion helps
Warms the channels
Disperses cold and damp
Deeply nourishes deficiency conditions
Especially effective if pain improves with heat.
Practical tip
If heat makes your shoulder feel better → moxa is likely beneficial
If ice feels better → more heat may not be appropriate initially

Acupuncture for pregnancy adults and children

In acupuncture, BL23 (Bladder 23) is a very important point known as Shenshu.🌿 Functions (TCM perspective)BL23 is the Ba...
22/04/2026

In acupuncture, BL23 (Bladder 23) is a very important point known as Shenshu.

🌿 Functions (TCM perspective)
BL23 is the Back-Shu point of the Kidney, so it strongly influences Kidney energy.
It is commonly used to:
Tonify Kidney Qi, Yin, and Yang
Strengthen the lower back and knees
Support Essence (Jing)
Regulate water metabolism
⚖️ Indications
Musculoskeletal
Lower back pain (especially chronic, deficiency-type)
Weak knees
Lumbar stiffness
Reproductive & hormonal
Infertility
Impotence
Irregular menstruation
General deficiency patterns
Fatigue
Tinnitus
Dizziness
Weakness
Urinary issues
Frequent urination
Incontinence

🧠 Energetic significance
BL23 is a cornerstone point for:
Aging and longevity
Constitutional weakness
Recovery from long-term overwork (very relevant in modern lifestyles)

Acupuncture for pregnancy adults and children

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is a deeply meaningful season linked to both nature and the human body. It repre...
16/04/2026

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is a deeply meaningful season linked to both nature and the human body. It represents a time of letting go, refining, and preparing for inward movement as we transition toward winter.
🍂 Element & Organs
Autumn corresponds to the Metal element, which governs:
Lungs (Fei)
Large Intestine (Da Chang)
These organs work together in the theme of receiving and releasing:
The Lungs take in pure Qi (breath, inspiration)
The Large Intestine eliminates what is no longer needed
🌬️ Key Qualities of Autumn
Dryness (main climatic factor)
Cooling energy
Contraction and inward movement
Dryness can easily injure the Lungs, leading to:
Dry cough
Dry skin
Thirst
Constipation
😌 Emotional Aspect
The emotion linked to autumn is grief or sadness.
This isn’t negative, it reflects the natural process of:
Letting go
Processing loss
Creating space for renewal
When balanced:
Clear thinking
Healthy boundaries
Ability to release
When imbalanced:
Prolonged sadness
Difficulty letting go
Shallow breathing
🍐 Supporting the Body in Autumn
1. Nourish Lung Yin & Fluids
Pear, apples, figs
Honey
White fungus
Almonds
2. Moisten Dryness
Soups, stews, warm fluids
Avoid excessive raw/drying foods
3. Protect the Lungs
Keep neck and chest warm
Gentle breathing exercises
Avoid overexposure to wind
4. Support Letting Go
Journaling, meditation
Decluttering physically and emotionally
🪡 Acupuncture Approach
In clinic, autumn treatments often focus on:
Tonifying Lung Qi and Yin
Moistening dryness
Regulating the Large Intestine

🌿 Seasonal Wisdom
Autumn invites us to slow down, simplify, and refine what truly matters.
Just like trees release their leaves, we’re encouraged to release what we no longer need, physically, emotionally, and energetically.

Acupuncture and Moxibustion for pregnancy adults and children

Japanese acupuncture is a refined style of acupuncture that developed in Japan, influenced by traditional Chinese medici...
06/04/2026

Japanese acupuncture is a refined style of acupuncture that developed in Japan, influenced by traditional Chinese medicine but shaped by its own philosophy, techniques, and aesthetics. It’s generally known for being gentler, more precise, and often less painful than other styles.

🌿 What makes Japanese acupuncture different?
1. Gentle needling
Uses very thin needles
Often inserted shallowly
Many techniques use minimal or no sensation
Ideal for sensitive patients, children, or those afraid of needles
🖐️ 2. Emphasis on palpation
Practitioners rely heavily on touch:
Abdomen (Hara diagnosis)
Meridians
Pulse
The abdomen becomes a map of imbalance this is a hallmark of Japanese practice.
⚖️ 3. Subtle energy work (Ki)
Focus on balancing Ki (Qi) rather than aggressively moving it
Treatments aim to harmonize the whole system, not just relieve symptoms
🔥 4. Use of moxibustion (very important)
Often uses small, direct moxa (rice-grain size)
Gentle warming techniques rather than strong heat
A key part of many treatments
🪡 5. Specialized tools & techniques
Some unique approaches include:
Guide tubes (for painless insertion)
Non-insertive techniques (e.g., contact needling)
Tools like the teishin (a blunt instrument used without penetrating the skin)
🧘‍♀️ Common styles within Japanese acupuncture
Meridian Therapy (Keiraku Chiryo)
Focuses on balancing meridians based on classical theory
Toyohari
A non-insertive style developed by blind practitioners—very refined and subtle
Shonishin
Pediatric acupuncture using tapping, brushing, or rubbing tools (no needles)
💆‍♀️ What conditions is it good for?
Japanese acupuncture is often used for:
Chronic pain (neck, back, joints)
Digestive issues
Stress, anxiety, fatigue
Hormonal balance
Women’s health
Postural and musculoskeletal conditions
🌸 Why people love it
Very relaxing and calming
Less discomfort than other acupuncture styles
Deeply regulating for the nervous system
Great for long-term healing, not just symptom relief.

Photos: From a patient that just came back from Japan.

✨🐰🎉Wishing everyone a Happy Easter filled with peace, joy, and rejuvenation! We hope your Easter is as relaxing and heal...
03/04/2026

✨🐰🎉Wishing everyone a Happy Easter filled with peace, joy, and rejuvenation! We hope your Easter is as relaxing and healing as an acupuncture session~🐰💕☯️
Back in clinic Tuesday 7th of April.

🔥 Needle Ondan Moxibustion 🔥A powerful combination of acupuncture + moxa, working deeply through to restore warmth, ener...
30/03/2026

🔥 Needle Ondan Moxibustion 🔥

A powerful combination of acupuncture + moxa, working deeply through to restore warmth, energy and balance from the core.

This treatment is beautiful for those who feel:✨ Constantly tired or depleted✨ Cold in the body (cold abdomen, hands & feet)✨ Struggling with digestion (bloating, loose stools)✨ Experiencing painful or irregular cycles✨ Recovering from burnout or long-term stress

By combining the precision of the needle with the penetrating warmth of moxa, we help the body rebuild its Yang energy, strengthen digestion and support the womb and lower back.

💫 This is not just a treatment… it’s a reset from within.

If your body is asking for warmth, nourishment and deep restoration — this is for you.

www.gentleacupuncture.com.au

Acupuncture and Moxibustion for tight calves!Whether you’re an athlete or simply love walking, this treatment works beau...
24/03/2026

Acupuncture and Moxibustion for tight calves!
Whether you’re an athlete or simply love walking, this treatment works beautifully to relieve tightness and discomfort. By helping release muscle tension and improve blood flow, it supports your body’s natural healing process and gets you moving freely again. 💪🦵
Feel the difference in your body.
Restore, recover, and reconnect.

www.gentleacupuncture.com.au

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2/22 Beach Road
Sunshine Coast, QLD
4567

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm

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