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Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm

Matthew Pajo Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Matthew Pajo Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a comprehensive health system integrating the body, mind and emotions.

Matthew provides a range of services including acupuncture, Shiatsu, Chinese massage, nutritional information & Chinese herbal medicine
Originally from NZ Matt had been studying & practicing TCM in Australia for 30 years before moving to Scotland in 2020. Originally from New Zealand Matthew has been studying and practising in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 25 years, both in Australia and had recently moved to Dumfries and Galloway. It can include the practice of acupuncture, massage, herbal medicine, dietary therapy and cupping. With consultation between a qualified practitioner and the client Chinese Medicine aims to diagnose imbalances, promote health, and enhance wellbeing gently and without side effects. Emphasis is on the prevention of illness by treating physical disharmonies in the body before they lead to disease. Chinese Medicine is a safe and natural way to rebuild and maintain optimum health by treating the underlying cause of illness while being ale to alleviate the symptoms of disease. Traditional Chinese Medicine can assist with:

Pain Management: Back and neck pain, arthritis, sciatica, tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, sports injury. Women's health: Menopausal symptoms, premenstrual stress, fatigue, painful periods, PCOS, endometriosis, irregular menstruation, fertility. Men's health: Stress, sports injury, cardiovascualr disease, chronic fatigue, erectile dysfunction. Neurological and emotional disorders: Headaches, migraine, numbness, dizziness, tinnitus, sleep disturbances, depression and anxiety, smoking cessation. Digestive disharmonies: irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, indigestion, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, reflux, nausea. Skin problems: eczema, acne, pimples, psoriasis, dry itchy skin, scars. Respiratory complaints: Colds, flu's, hay fever, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis, allergies.

17/02/2026

02/01/2026

Back in the clinic tomorrow call or message for an appointment 07786 079845

02/01/2026

Winter Yoga Timetable

MONDAY:
Adaptive Yoga 10-11 AM
Yoga for Strength 12-1 PM

TUESDAY:
Adaptive Yoga at St Ninian’s 10-11 AM
Flow + Restore 7:15-8:15 PM

WEDNESDAY:
Yoga at Tribe Kirkcudbright 10:45-11:35 AM

THURSDAY:
Adaptive Yoga at Root & Rise 10-11 AM
Yoga for Strength at Root & Rise 12:15-1 PM

EVENTS:
Winter Renewal Yoga & Sound Journey Retreat Morning, Sun, 11 Jan 10-1 *2 places left*

All sessions are held at The Johnston, Kirkcudbright unless stated otherwise.

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10/12/2025

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Christmas Hours

Normal hours until December 23rd.
Open until 4pm December 24th and 27th.
Normal hours resume January 6th 2026

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25/11/2025

Interesting review regarding acupuncture assisting in managing diabetes.

https://www.diabetes.co.uk/news/2025/jul/acupuncture-shows-promise-in-improving-type-2-diabetes-outcomes.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawOSs2BleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80MDk5NjI2MjMwODU2MDkAAR7isVHthdfUnPekevZkSOI6r6XAz8bt-t3i4n1jS452nFUwl3Uli5-7dNCNCw_aem_-EXzTIyPr2EW7I1PuXgFNw

24/11/2025

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Contact Matt on 07786 079 845 or info@matthewpajo.co.uk

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03/11/2025

https://theconversation.com/from-cats-and-dogs-to-penguins-and-llamas-treating-animals-with-acupuncture-has-become-mainstream-in-veterinary-medicine-226451

Vets use acupuncture to treat health problems in animals large and small, particularly to manage pain and reduce inflammation. A veterinary scientist explains some of its uses.

27/10/2025

The nights are drawing in now.

The cold winter months are an ideal time to prepare warm, restorative dishes that can fortify the soul.

25/08/2025

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Crossmichael Complementary Centre, The Old School
Crossmichael
DG73AP

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9:30am - 12:30pm

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+447786079845

Website

http://matthewpajo.co.uk/

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Matthew is an experienced and fully qualified Chinese medicine practitioner. He is registered as an Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbal Medicine practitioner with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia www.chinesemedicineboard.gov.au which is administered by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency www.ahpra.gov.au

Check your health practitioner is registered with the Chinese Medicine Registration Board www.chinesemedicineboard.gov.au to provide both Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine treatments.

Matthew has been studying and practicing Chinese Medicine for over 25 years and has completed a Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) and has attained a Masters of Applied Science (Chinese Herbal Medicine) with distinction from Melbourne’s RMIT University www.rmit.edu.au/. During his postgraduate studies Matthew received a commendation from the Masters of Applied Science Program Assessment Board for academic achievement.

Matthew brings a wealth of clinical experience in the treatment and prevention of a variety of acute and chronic health concerns.

With a solid foundation in Western Medical Sciences Matthew has an integrated approach to treatments and as such he utilises a diverse referral network of health-care professionals. This ensures his clients receive appropriate and effective care and treatment that addresses their unique health needs.

Matthew’s understanding of Chinese medicine is continually evolving through ongoing practice and education, and through liaising with a network of peers and attending regular professional development events.

Chinese medicine is an integrated system of healthcare and is one of the oldest and continuously practiced healthcare systems in the world. The origins of Chinese Medicine date back several thousand years and as such has developed into a unique and highly sophisticated system of healing that can diagnose, treat and prevent illness. The complete nature of Chinese medicine allows for an integrated understanding of health and disease.

Chinese medicine theory is based upon the principles of Yin and Yang, opposite forces that work together to maintain balance and harmony. When Yin and Yang are in harmony there will be a natural flow of energy (Qi – pronounced chee) moving in a smooth and balanced way strengthening the body. By strengthening and enhancing the body’s natural functions, the immune system can be regulated and a general sense of well being is promoted.

Chinese Medicine is safe, effective and can be used on a regular basis and in conjunction with other therapies and treatments.

Chinese medicine uses herbs, Acupuncture, cupping, gua sha (scraping), tuina (massage) and dietary advice to stimulate and regulate the natural functions of the body to restore health.

Acupuncture involves the gentle insertion of fine sterile needles into specific points located on pathways that traverse the body. Stimulating these points aids in the restoration of the flow of Qi throughout the body which can help to strengthen and enhance normal body functions and may assist with pain relief. This can also relieve stress and promote your sense of general wellbeing.

Chinese herbal medicine has over 450 substances that are commonly used and most of these are comprised of parts of plants, such as leaves, seeds, stems, twigs, roots, flowers, fruits as well as some minerals.

Chinese herbal medicine has incredible biochemical diversity and modern research has shown that some herbs may have beneficial effects for many disease processes.

The safety and efficacy of herbs depends largely on two things. The first is that herbal sources must be of exceptional quality. They need proper identification and they need to be checked for heavy metals, pesticides, microbes and other contaminants. The second is that they should be prescribed by an appropriately trained herbalist. Matthew uses pharmaceutical grade herbs that have been appropriately tested and he has extensive training in herbal medicine and is registered with the www.chinesemedicineboard.gov.au as both a Chinese Herbal Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist.

Matthew can provide you with individual herbal prescriptions that address any imbalances, blockages or deficiencies in the body that have led to ill health. Modifications of herbal formulas may be made in the course of treatment to adjust to any changes and improvements that occur. Herbal medication used in combination with Acupuncture will often achieve better results faster.

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