Ecosse Acupuncture

Ecosse Acupuncture Pascal Da Silva is an experienced member of The British Acupuncture Council who runs 2 practices in Edinburgh West End & the Medical Centre of Stirling Uni

16/02/2026

“Among the animals, the horse is the best example of Yi (righteousness, integrity). It has the refined skill (gong) of galloping. The horse’s internal attribute is intent and focus, which arises from the heart/mind. If movements are smooth and flowing, intent is stable.”—Sun Lutang, A Study of Xingyi Quan, translated by Ken Cohen

The horse is closely connected with the roots of Taoism and Chinese culture. It was the markings on a spirit horse (literally "dragon horse") that first represented the Five Elements and inspired Fu Xi to create the Eight Trigrams.

The Horse also plays a role in Qigong and Martial Arts. In the Chinese New Year Class this Tuesday (just a few spaces left) I will teach the Xingyi Quan Horse form.

02/02/2026

2026 isn’t just the Year of the Horse.

It’s the Year of the FIRE HORSE, a cycle that only comes once every 60 years. 🖤

30/01/2026

A groundbreaking discovery from Taiwan is bridging traditional medicine and modern science. Researchers at China Medical University have shown that acupuncture doesn’t just relieve pain—it can trigger stem cells to repair damaged organs naturally. Electroacupuncture at specific points, like ST36 (Zusanli) and GV20 (Baihui), stimulates the bone marrow to release mesenchymal stem cells into the bloodstream. These stem cells then travel to injured tissues, differentiate into organ-specific cells, and release healing factors.
Within 24 hours, stem cell levels in circulation increased by 300%, providing a measurable biological explanation for acupuncture’s therapeutic effects—beyond placebo. Stroke patients treated with electroacupuncture within 48 hours recovered 40% better than those with standard care. Liver cirrhosis patients showed reduced fibrosis markers, while heart attack survivors experienced improved cardiac function.
This discovery is rewriting how Western medicine views acupuncture. For thousands of years, it was considered purely traditional, yet science now shows a sophisticated, measurable mechanism for healing. Ancient practices are finally being validated through modern imaging and cellular tracking, revealing that needle stimulation can activate the body’s own repair systems.
The message is clear: acupuncture is more than sensation—it’s a biological trigger for regeneration, showing how centuries-old practices can integrate with cutting-edge science.

16/01/2026

Gate of Life

The first barrier is passed, and it continues upwards to the upright elixir field and to the gate of life. There is a furnace with fire to refine and pick essence and smelt and transform it. It represents the south, thoughts and the radiance of the eyes. The wisdom light and the long-term thoughts over time depict fire.
The gate of life on the map is the circle with four taiji diagrams. The four yin and yang represent light, power and wisdom. What does it contain? Pre-heaven and post-heaven essences, yin and yang qi and the door of life. We depend on what it gives, supplementing and nourishing qi. It is very close to the tailbone. As long as you move your ‘emotional lust’ and your ‘sexual lust’, you lose your pre-heaven qi. If your pre-heaven is not full, how to open the door? If the pre-heaven is full, but your thoughts are not prepared, it is a problem. It is not agreeable.

-From the Neijing Tu Commentary by Xing De (forthcoming)
Image: Zhao Xianke

09/01/2026

One common feature of traditional practices such as yoga, tai chi, qigong etc. is their emphasis on slow, deep, lower abdominal breathing.

08/01/2026

IntroductionStress and sleep problems are among the most common health complaints in modern life. Many people struggle with difficulty falling asleep, waking during the night, or feeling exhausted despite enough hours of rest. While medication may offer short-term relief, more and more patients are....

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