Acupuncture West Clinic

04/04/2025

A lovely way to give to yourself. Combining both the green of nature and the blue of the sea. Thoroughly enjoyed the reflective & restorative time this morning. More dates coming up. Link attached for all the details with Maeve & Aisling. Be well x

Join Maeve and Aisling for a unique one-hour nature immersion in the beautiful surroundings of Salthill’s parkland and seaside. Combining the restorative practices of forest bathing and mindful connection with the sea, this monthly gathering offers a peaceful, sensory experience designed to help y...

25/03/2025

Often different conditions in TCM require various dietary recommendations that may help to support the healing process. I always like to explain the reasons for certain food recommendations interms of chinese food energetics. Even the way we cook our food can have an impact. At times patients are surprised that they maybe consuming certain foods that are aggravating their health condition. Having the information to support the treatments allows people to make the choices that feels right for them. Here's an interesting link. Be well x

Since ancient times, food has been used as a powerful medicine. So how do we connect with its healing messages?

18/03/2025

Supporting the Liver is especially important during this transition from Winter to Spring. Learning to let go and live freely is an important step in creating balance.

08/03/2025

27/02/2025

I think its time to acknowledge the transition into spring now. I like to ease myself out of winter!! For me the season shift from winter into spring is the most noticeable. The others feel a bit more gradual.
Its hard not to notice the shift in energy and feeling of movement now into growth and renewal. I spotted a beautiful sight a few weeks ago of a flock of geese that arrived on the pier road, for anyone local. I like to admire them now on my walks.
In Chinese Medicine the wood season is all about growth and renewal and moving forth in life. Its a good time to consider the yin & yang organs, the liver and gallbladder. The liver is responsible for the smooth flow of qi in the body. In Chinese Medicine on a physical sense, the liver stores blood and is very important in the area of fertility and menstruation. The condition of our nails and the health of our eyes. The flexibility of our tendons and ligaments when we move.
Life can be busy and stress can impact the liver and cause stagnation, which can show up in different ways. We might find ourselves feeling more frustrated and irritable than usual, experience headaches, have PMT, notice sleep disturbance and have stiff necks. we might find we are having eye issues around this time.
The liver can be supported by movement, stretching and releasing pent up emotions in a healthy way. Eating certain food that nourish the liver. Supporting the blood and balancing rest and activity. It might feel like a good time to start planning and organising if there is something you'd like to achieve. Both the liver and gallbladder can support each other. The liver can help us visualise our goals, and the gallbladder can help us to have the courage to move forward to achieve these goals. So may you have a good spring🌷. If you feel its the right time for acupuncture, do get in touch!
Be well. Trish x

30/01/2025

Belated Happy Chinese New year x

Welcome to the Year of the Wood Snake! This year is an opportunity to experiment with your own flexibility. Can you see new perspectives?

28/01/2025

What a time for everyone. Hopefully everyone is coping OK. Thank you to all those working tirelessly to restore our electricity and making areas safe again ❤. While my road eagerly awaits our power back, the clinic is open now as normal. However the signal is very poor so I may not receive all messages or calls immediately. I will get back to you when I can. Take care for now x

14/01/2025

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31/12/2024

Wishing you all a new year that brings all that you need x

16/12/2024

I just wanted to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very happy Christmas. Also to extend a big thank you to everyone who came in for treatments all year. It was an honour to have been able to support you and to share with you some traditional Chinese medicine wisdom & knowledge. I look forward to welcoming you back and meeting new patients in the new year.
I will close on Wednesday 18th this week and reopen on January 6th. I look forward to slowing it down and having time to rest. Winter calls us to retreat and rest in order to transition into the energy of Spring. Our commitments and responsibilities may not always allow for this to be possible and it can be a busy few weeks for many leading up to the Christmas. So take care and take some time to do something that brings you joy! ❤️
Trish x

06/12/2024

The warmth may do us all good in this damp and cold weather. Have a nice weekend. Trish x

Which foods support Kidney Qi throughout Winter? Beyond food, how can we preserve our Qi?

25/11/2024

Hi all. How is everyone after the snow & wind? I Just wanted to let everyone know vouchers are available to purchase if you feel a loved one would like the gift of an acupuncture treatment this year.
It might be a nice way to treat someone who already comes in or to introduce a loved one that maybe seeking the benefits. Please contact on 089 4920879. Be well. Trish x

21/11/2024

The Kidney stores our inborn Qi and distributes it to organ systems needing a boost. So how do we live a lifestyle that supports this essential organ system?

29/10/2024

The last few days of my favourite season as we move into the element of water in Chinese medicine. The winter season focuses on the kidney and the bladder. I will post more in relation to this. Be well this week. Happy Hallowen x