Larissa's Acupuncture Room

13/01/2026

Acupuncture triggers stems cells release, which could potentially heal damaged organs. Fact, not wishful thinking.

This study was conducted by the China Medical University in Taiwan, which yours truly had the pleasure of attending a few (or maybe more 🤭) years ago.

The power of acupuncture never ceases to amaze me ✨

Taiwanese researchers discovered acupuncture triggering stem cell release healing damaged organs naturally. Scientists at China Medical University found that electroacupuncture at specific meridian points stimulates bone marrow to release mesenchymal stem cells into circulation, which then migrate to injured organs and promote tissue repair. This mechanism explains acupuncture's therapeutic effects through measurable biological processes rather than placebo.

Traditional Chinese medicine has used acupuncture for thousands of years, but Western medicine dismissed it as placebo due to lack of biological mechanism. Taiwanese researchers using advanced imaging and cellular tracking discovered that needle stimulation at specific points triggers measurable stem cell mobilization—providing the first clear biological explanation for acupuncture's effects.

Electroacupuncture (needles with mild electrical current) at ST36 (Zusanli point) and GV20 (Baihui point) causes a 300% increase in circulating stem cells within 24 hours. These mobilized stem cells express homing signals drawing them to damaged tissues—injured liver, heart, kidneys, or brain—where they differentiate into organ-specific cells and release healing factors. It's like acupuncture triggers the body's internal repair dispatch system.

Stroke patients receiving electroacupuncture within 48 hours of stroke showed 40% better functional recovery than those receiving standard care alone. Liver cirrhosis patients showed reduced fibrosis markers. Heart attack survivors demonstrated improved cardiac function. The mechanism is entirely biological—traced stem cells from bone marrow to damaged organs. Skeptical Western physicians are reconsidering acupuncture given this mechanistic evidence. We're discovering that ancient healing practices work through sophisticated biological mechanisms science is only now capable of detecting.

Source: China Medical University, Stem Cells Translational Medicine 2025

06/01/2026

Hello and happy new year 🎊. After nearly three weeks off we are now open as usual, fully recharged for the wonderful year ahead.

If you’ve not yet received a reply to your enquiry it should come very soon, but please feel free to get back in touch with us if you think it may have got lost in the ether. We’re fully booked this week but plenty of availability left for the coming weeks.

Please take extra care when parking at the back of the clinic today. It looks like winter wonderland back there but it could easily turn into an ice ring!

Looking forward to seeing you all soon 💙🥶

PS Although it’s freezing outside, the clinic will be nice and warm - we like to pretend it’s forever summer in here 😁

23/12/2025

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 🎄✨

The clinic will reopen on Tuesday 6th January.

29/11/2025

On the road today, come and say hi 👋🏻 and out some special offers 💫

26/11/2025

If you are struggling with winter blues and dreading the long cold nights ahead join us to recharge your batteries! The combination of Auricular acupuncture and guided meditation will leave you feeling rested, recharged and ready for the party season ahead 🎄. DM to book your place ✨

29/10/2025

Join us on these fabulous winter nights to experience the deepest, most restful hour your body and mind can ask for 💫

Snuggle in on your yoga mat and wrap yourself in a warm blanket, while five little acupuncture needles are gently placed in one of your ears. As your body starts to let go of what is weighing it down, your mind will be taken down an enchanted relaxation path, leaving you totally in peace with yourself🧘🏻‍♀️

The workshops are held at the beautiful Jyai Wellness centre in Preston. Places are limited to 10 per event so please book early to avoid missing out 💕

27/10/2025

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, menstrual blood is known as one of the heavenly substances, rooted in the pre-heavenly Qi of the Kidneys (our language is beautifully descriptive!) and a good barometer of women’s essence and health. Far from the simple “waste product” connotation given to it in Western medicine, Tian Gui, meaning “heavenly waters” is used as a very important diagnostic tool in women’s health. Here’s another example of how Western medicine is finally catching up with TCM 😊, the original mind body medicine ☯️

Period blood has long been thought of as ‘stinky and useless’, but startups are exploring using the fluid to test for a wide range of health conditions – including difficult-to-diagnose endometriosis

30/07/2025

Beautiful dahlias from a very thoughtful lady… this is why I never get the holiday blues when going back to a job I love ❤️

22/07/2025

Out of office on, peace and relaxation in 🌊

Normality will be resumed on Tuesday 29th. See you all then!

27/06/2025

Are you experiencing side effects from GLP-1 weight loss medications? Acupuncture can help with bowel issues, acid reflux, bloating and more. Give us a call on 07917290899 for an informal chat 💫

06/06/2025

Mao and I are on a road trip again! This time trying to inspire young children to become acupuncturists 🫶🏻

26/03/2025

Grab yourself the last two tickets on this wonderful workshop and literally step into spring 🌺. We’ll be focusing on you Liver and Gall Bladder meridians, to help strengthen your focus, lower your stress levels and embrace this wonderful season 🌿

Yin and pins coming up in March, lead by and …. For hour workshop with yin acupuncture and gong sound bath….

23rd March - fully booked
29th March - 2 spaces remaining…

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