Duncan Ford - Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Massage

Duncan Ford - Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Massage Degree level trained Classical East Asian Medicine, Acupuncture, Tuina and Sports Therapy Massage.
🧑‍💻 www.duncanford.co.uk
📲 07714575720

🌿 Unlock Ancient Healing – Transform Your Health Naturally! 🌿For thousands of years, Chinese Medicine has been restoring...
29/07/2025

🌿 Unlock Ancient Healing – Transform Your Health Naturally! 🌿

For thousands of years, Chinese Medicine has been restoring balance, boosting energy, and helping people live pain-free, vibrant lives. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s more important than ever to reconnect with these time-tested healing practices.

✨ Did you know? Acupuncture can reduce stress, improve sleep, relieve chronic pain, and even support natural weight loss – all without harmful side effects.

💡 Thousands are turning to holistic healing instead of masking symptoms with quick fixes. Are you ready to take control of your health the natural way?

🌟 Join our growing community of wellness seekers! Whether you’re curious about acupuncture, herbal medicine, or ancient healing wisdom, you’ll find inspiration, tips, and support right here.

📞 Book your consultation today: 07714575720
🌐 Learn more: www.duncanford.co.uk

👉 Hit “FOLLOW” and SHARE this post to spread the word – let’s help more people discover the incredible power of Chinese Medicine. Your share could change someone’s life. 🌱


🌱🍄 Medicinal Mushrooms – Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science 🍄🌱For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has...
28/07/2025

🌱🍄 Medicinal Mushrooms – Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science 🍄🌱

For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has recognised the incredible healing power of medicinal mushrooms. Long before modern science began to study them, practitioners were using these natural treasures to boost immunity, support vitality, calm the mind, and promote longevity.

✨ Reishi (Lingzhi) – Known as the “Mushroom of Immortality,” revered for calming the spirit, enhancing sleep, and supporting overall wellbeing.
✨ Cordyceps – Famous for improving energy, stamina, and respiratory health.
✨ Lion’s Mane – Used for centuries to support digestion and cognitive function, now being researched for its potential to stimulate nerve growth and protect brain health.
✨ Turkey Tail & Shiitake – Powerhouses for immune support and rich in compounds with promising anti-cancer and antiviral properties.

Modern research is only just catching up with what ancient healers already knew. Studies are uncovering their ability to modulate the immune system, balance inflammation, and even support mental health and longevity.

As we face modern challenges—stress, chronic disease, environmental toxins—these mushrooms may hold the key to future breakthroughs in medicine while continuing their time-tested role in holistic healing.

💡 Imagine a world where we combine ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science to unlock the full potential of these natural healers… we’re only scratching the surface.

👉 Have you ever tried medicinal mushrooms like Reishi, Lion’s Mane, or Cordyceps? Share your experience below – let’s spread the knowledge of this ancient yet future-focused medicine. 🌿💬

🛏️ The Later You Sleep, the Higher Your Risk of Heart Attack 💔 – Here’s WhyDid you know that consistently going to bed a...
27/07/2025

🛏️ The Later You Sleep, the Higher Your Risk of Heart Attack 💔 – Here’s Why

Did you know that consistently going to bed after 11pm could be silently sabotaging your heart? ⏰
Recent research published in the European Heart Journal - Digital Health found that people who regularly fall asleep between 11pm and midnight had a 12% higher risk of cardiovascular disease, while those who nodded off after midnight had a 25% higher risk! 😱

Your body’s natural circadian rhythm – the internal clock that regulates sleep-wake cycles – plays a critical role in cardiovascular function. When you stay up too late, especially past 10-11pm, it throws your system off balance:
• 🔺 Increases late-night cortisol (stress hormone)
• 🔻 Reduces melatonin (important for repair and recovery)
• 💔 Disrupts blood pressure regulation and endothelial function (key for heart health)

🧠 Even if you’re getting enough hours of sleep, going to bed at the wrong time puts stress on your cardiovascular system. Researchers suggest that the optimal bedtime is between 10pm and 10:59pm – aligning with your body’s natural rhythm and allowing proper overnight repair.

🌙 Want to take care of your heart?
✅ Set a wind-down routine by 9:30pm
✅ Avoid screens at least 1 hour before bed
✅ Treat your bedtime as seriously as your workouts or diet

👉 What time do you usually go to sleep? Has changing your bedtime helped your energy or health? Drop your answer below 👇

🌿✨ Are you struggling with aches, pains, headaches, or insomnia? As an experienced acupuncturist and massage therapist, ...
26/07/2025

🌿✨ Are you struggling with aches, pains, headaches, or insomnia? As an experienced acupuncturist and massage therapist, I’m here to help you feel your best! 🌿✨

Acupuncture is a powerful treatment for not only common aches and pains but also for conditions like autoimmune diseases, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and more! 🌀 Whether it’s helping you manage stress, improving your sleep, or addressing chronic discomfort, acupuncture can provide relief and healing.

💆‍♂️✨ In addition to acupuncture, I offer therapeutic massage sessions tailored to your needs to relieve muscle tension and promote relaxation.

Take the first step toward feeling better today! Visit my website www.duncanford.co.uk or call me directly at 07714575720 to book your appointment.

🌱 Let’s work together to enhance your health and well-being! 🌱

🌿✨ Meet REN 6 – The Sea of Qi! ✨🌿Let me introduce you to one of the most powerful acupuncture points in the body – REN 6...
25/07/2025

🌿✨ Meet REN 6 – The Sea of Qi! ✨🌿

Let me introduce you to one of the most powerful acupuncture points in the body – REN 6 (Qihai, “Sea of Qi”).

📍 Location: Just 1.5 cun (about 2 finger-widths) below the belly button – this point sits right in your lower abdomen, an area packed with energy and vitality in Chinese medicine.

💥 Why is REN 6 so important?
Known as the “Sea of Qi,” REN 6 is a vital energy powerhouse. It’s where your body stores and generates its deepest energy reserves – your Yuan Qi (Original Qi). This point is essential for tonifying Qi, strengthening Yang, and helping the body recover from fatigue, weakness, or illness.

🌿 What does it treat?
✔️ Chronic fatigue
✔️ Digestive issues
✔️ Menstrual and reproductive imbalances
✔️ Low back pain
✔️ Anxiety and stress
✔️ Immune support

It’s also hugely supportive for longevity, vitality, and inner strength – making it a favourite in both clinical treatment and daily wellness routines like Qi Gong, abdominal massage, or moxibustion.

🔥 I use REN 6 frequently in clinic to help patients rebuild their strength from the inside out. Whether you’re recovering from burnout or looking to feel more grounded and energised, this point is your go-to.

👇 Ever tried acupuncture for energy, immunity or hormones? Let me know in the comments – or ask me anything about REN 6 or other powerful healing points!

🌿✨ Looking for a natural, time-tested way to support your health? ✨🌿Hi, I’m Duncan Ford – Chinese medicine practitioner ...
24/07/2025

🌿✨ Looking for a natural, time-tested way to support your health? ✨🌿
Hi, I’m Duncan Ford – Chinese medicine practitioner and acupuncturist, here to help you take back control of your wellbeing, one needle at a time.

Acupuncture isn’t just for pain relief (though it’s amazing for that too). It’s a complete healthcare system that’s been trusted for over 2,000 years – and it’s still working wonders today.

Whether you’re dealing with:
🔹 Stress, anxiety or poor sleep
🔹 Hormonal imbalances or fertility support
🔹 Digestive issues and bloating
🔹 Chronic fatigue or low immunity
🔹 Headaches, back pain, or sports injuries

…acupuncture gets to the root, not just the symptoms. 🧠💥

My clinic offers a calm, supportive space where we take the time to understand YOU – your story, your body, your energy – and create a plan that brings real balance and lasting results.

If you’ve been feeling out of sync, maybe it’s time to try something different – something deeper. Your body knows how to heal… acupuncture just gives it the nudge it needs.

📍 Appointments available now
🔗 Book via www.duncanford.co.uk
📩 DM for more info or a free discovery call
📞 07714575720 for a chat about what I can do for you

23/07/2025

🚶‍♀️💓 Boost Your Circulation with Calf Raises — Your “Second Heart” in Action! 💓🚶‍♂️

Did you know your calves play a vital role in your circulatory health? In Chinese medicine, we view the body as a dynamic network of energy and blood flow — and your calves are like a second heart, helping to pump blood from your legs back up to the heart.

💪 Enter: Calf Raises — a simple, powerful exercise you can do anywhere. Just a few sets a day help:
✨ Improve lower body circulation
✨ Reduce swelling and tired legs
✨ Prevent blood stagnation (a key concern in TCM!)
✨ Support your energy (Qi) flow throughout the body

💡Pro tip: Do them barefoot to stimulate key acupuncture points on the soles of your feet and enhance the effect!

Whether you’re standing in line or watching TV, give your calves some love — your whole body will thank you. 👣❤️

🥣 HEALTH TIP OF THE DAY: Why Soups Deserve a Spot on Your Table! 🌿As a Chinese Medicine practitioner, one of my favourit...
22/07/2025

🥣 HEALTH TIP OF THE DAY: Why Soups Deserve a Spot on Your Table! 🌿

As a Chinese Medicine practitioner, one of my favourite health hacks is something simple, soothing, and incredibly nourishing: SOUP. 💧🔥

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we believe that warm, cooked foods support your digestion and boost your Qi (vital energy). Soups are easy to absorb, gentle on the stomach, and perfect for nourishing your Spleen and Stomach—the powerhouse organs of digestion.

✅ Why soups are a win:
• Keeps digestion warm and efficient 🔥
• Hydrates and nourishes at the same time 💦
• An easy way to add herbs, roots & superfoods 🌱
• Supports immune health, especially in colder months 🛡️

Try bone broth with goji berries and ginger, or a simple veggie miso soup. Your body will thank you 🙏

👇 What’s your go-to healing soup? Drop your favourite recipe or ingredient below! Let’s inspire each other to nourish from within! 💬🍵

🌿 Living with Fibromyalgia? You’re Not Alone. Let’s Talk! 🌿Fibromyalgia can feel like a storm in your body—constant pain...
21/07/2025

🌿 Living with Fibromyalgia? You’re Not Alone. Let’s Talk! 🌿

Fibromyalgia can feel like a storm in your body—constant pain, fatigue, brain fog, and sleep that never seems restful. 💭 But there are ways to take back some control and feel more like you again.

Here are 5 holistic tips I share with my clients who are managing fibromyalgia:

1️⃣ Gentle Movement – Think tai chi, yoga, or walking. The key is low-impact and consistent.
2️⃣ Acupuncture – Targeted treatment can help reduce pain and inflammation, while calming the nervous system (and no, it doesn’t hurt! 😉).
3️⃣ Magnesium-Rich Epsom Salt Baths – Soothe tired muscles and promote better sleep.
4️⃣ Anti-Inflammatory Diet – Think colourful veg, oily fish, turmeric, and cutting back on processed sugar.
5️⃣ Mind-Body Practices – Meditation and breathwork can retrain how the brain processes pain.

💬 Which of these have you tried? Or is there something that’s worked for YOU that others should know? Let’s get a conversation going — you never know who your tip might help!

👉 Curious how acupuncture could support your fibromyalgia journey? Head over to www.duncanford.co.uk and book a chat with me.

👇 Drop your thoughts, questions, or experiences in the comments — I reply to every single one! 💬

🌐✨ DID YOU KNOW your body has a secret web? ✨🌐It’s called the fascia – a thin but powerful layer of connective tissue th...
20/07/2025

🌐✨ DID YOU KNOW your body has a secret web? ✨🌐

It’s called the fascia – a thin but powerful layer of connective tissue that wraps around everything in your body: muscles, bones, organs… even your nerves. Think of it as your body’s internal internet, keeping everything connected and communicating.

🧠💡Here’s where acupuncture gets fascinating…

When we insert a fine acupuncture needle, we’re not just poking aimlessly — we’re tapping into this fascia network. That tiny needle creates a ripple effect, sending signals through your entire body. It helps:
✅ Release tight areas
✅ Reduce pain & inflammation
✅ Improve mobility
✅ Reboot your body’s natural healing

It’s like hitting refresh on your system 🌀

🔬 Modern science is catching up to what ancient wisdom already knew — your fascia matters, and acupuncture knows how to speak its language.

👇 Have you ever experienced that deep release during or after an acupuncture session? Drop a 💬 below and let’s talk fascia!
📍Curious? Book in and feel the shift yourself. Your body’s network is waiting.

🌿 Acupuncture Point Spotlight: ST36 - The Ultimate Wellness Booster! 🌿💥 Ever heard of ST36 (Zusanli)? If not, you’re abo...
18/07/2025

🌿 Acupuncture Point Spotlight: ST36 - The Ultimate Wellness Booster! 🌿

💥 Ever heard of ST36 (Zusanli)? If not, you’re about to meet your new favourite acupuncture point! This legendary spot is known as the “point of longevity” in Chinese medicine — and for good reason. 👇

✨ Why everyone’s obsessed with ST36:
✅ Boosts energy levels
✅ Supports digestion & gut health
✅ Strengthens immunity (yes, even during flu season!)
✅ Calms anxiety & promotes mental clarity
✅ Reduces fatigue and improves sleep

📍 Located just below the kneecap, this powerhouse point is a go-to for overall vitality and balance. Whether you’re stressed, sluggish, or just want to feel more you again — ST36 has your back (or more accurately… your leg 😄).

🔥 Athletes love it for recovery.
🌱 Wellness lovers swear by it for balance.
😌 And acupuncturists use it in almost every treatment plan.

🧠 Fun Fact: In ancient China, soldiers would stimulate ST36 during long marches to keep energy levels up. It’s that powerful.

👉 Curious to try it out? Book a treatment, or ask your acupuncturist about ST36 and feel the difference it can make!

💬 Have you had ST36 used in your acupuncture sessions? Drop a 💚 if it changed the game for you — or tag a friend who NEEDS to know about this!

🌿✨ Why Everyone’s Talking About Epsom Salts – And You Should Too! ✨🌿If you haven’t discovered the magic of Epsom salts, ...
17/07/2025

🌿✨ Why Everyone’s Talking About Epsom Salts – And You Should Too! ✨🌿

If you haven’t discovered the magic of Epsom salts, this is your sign! 💧🛁 Whether you’re an athlete, a busy parent, a stressed-out student, or someone just craving some “me time” — this humble mineral compound is your new best friend.

Here’s why people are obsessed:
✅ Soothes sore muscles & joints
✅ Reduces inflammation & swelling
✅ Relieves stress & promotes better sleep
✅ Detoxifies the body naturally
✅ Softens skin & eases dry or rough patches

💡 Top Tip: Add 2 cups to a warm bath, light a candle, put your phone away, and soak for 20 minutes. You’ll thank me later. 😉

🧠 Did You Know? Epsom salt isn’t actually “salt” – it’s magnesium sulfate, and most of us are deficient in magnesium without even knowing it. So soaking in it helps your body absorb what it needs!

📲 Drop a 🛁 in the comments if you’ve tried it — or tag someone who needs a relaxing soak ASAP!

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