02/01/2024
Like this description here from the British Acupuncture Council of whom I am a member so thought it would be good to share 😜
If you’re considering traditional acupuncture in this new year, be sure to look for a British Acupuncture Council registered practitioner. Being on an accredited register, BAcC members are able to display the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) quality mark, a sign that they belong to a register which meets the PSA’s robust standards. https://acupuncture.org.uk/find-an-acupuncturist/
Traditional acupuncture is a healthcare system used in the East for over 2,000 years. Acupuncture adopts an holistic approach to healthcare, considering the mind and body as one, and is based on the idea that a blockage or disturbance in the flow of ‘qi’ (a concept from Chinese philosophy), can cause health issues. Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) theory views pain and illness as an indication that the body is out of balance.
Sometimes, people choose acupuncture even though they have no obvious symptoms. Some choose to have regular treatment because they find it beneficial and relaxing, especially if they lead a very stressful life. Often, people turn to acupuncture to take back control of their health, whilst others want to understand their body in a deeper way, wanting to look after their body, mind and soul.
If you’re considering traditional acupuncture in this new year, be sure to look for a British Acupuncture Council registered practitioner. Being on an accredited register, BAcC Members are able to display the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) quality mark, a sign that they belong to a register which meets the PSA’s robust standards. https://acupuncture.org.uk/find-an-acupuncturist/