Tiny, hair thin needles are inserted into specific points in the body where they are gently stimulated to trigger the body's natural healing response. Acupuncture is effective for controlling pain and can regulate the body's physiological functions to treat various internal dysfunctions and disorders. Conditions commonly treated with acupuncture include:
- Chronic pain
- Neck, shoulder, lower back and hip pain
- Arthritis and arthritic pain
- Headaches and migranes
- Sinus problems
- Stress related disorders
- Anxiety
- Insomnia
- Sports injuries
- Cosmetic acupuncture - a non surgical procedure to help revitalise and rejuvenate the face,
improve facial muscle tone,
improve hormonal balance,
help reduce fine lines,
reduce acne and rosacea. A graduate of the Acupuncture Foundation of Ireland, Jerry Keane Lic.Ac,C.Ac studied for three years in Dublin before undertaking post graduate training in Nanjing between 1996 and 1998. Since then Jerry has practiced in Cork, expanding his practice to include Cosmetic Acupuncture in 2004. Jerry is a member of the Acupuncture Council of Ireland and is bound by their code of ethics for professional safe practice. VHI and Quinn Healthcare approved.
