TCM Acupuncture at The Bridge Wellness Centre

31/10/2025

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20/10/2025

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Pop-up events make it easy to speak up on GP services

Your views on your GP practice are being sought, and a series of pop-up events across Dumfries and Galloway are giving you the chance to have your say

Full report on the link in the comments below

14/10/2025

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BEESWING CLOSURE; LAST DAY TODAY!
To clarify the facts. The closure is for resurfacing within Beeswing village itself beyond the turn for New Abbey. The road is closed from 7am to 4pm Monday to Friday feom 13th to 22nd October. From Dalbeattie there is access to Kirkgunzeon Canines and Loch Arthur Community and cafe/shop.

Spread the word that the road and businesses are accessible as far as the New Abbey turn and that the road is open from 4pm and overnight and all weekend.

I have requested better signage in the middle of Dalbeattie so that everyone knows that they can get along to Beeswing.

07/10/2025

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02/10/2025

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Constipation is such a common ailment, and medications such as laxatives do not address the root cause(s).

They unfortunately have side effects, from:

- Mineral loss from fluid shifts, such as magnesium, sodium and potassium
- Reduce the absorption of fat soluble vitamins, Vitamins A, D, K and E
- Bile flow disruption

Let alone 'laxative dependency', where the gut becomes reliant on chemical stimulation to move.

From lazy bowel syndrome aka reduced natural motility after long-term laxative use.

Neuro-muscular dysfunction of the colon

More in our blog on how to address the root causes of constipation...

https://www.newschoolofnutrition.com/post/a-journey-through-the-gut-the-ins-and-outs-of-constipation

22/09/2025

Do you lie next to a snorer? Do you wake up with sore ribs from being poked for snoring? Are you nearly an ex wife/husband cos of the snoring? Are you tired all the time and have fog instead of brain? If you answered yes to any of these questions then read this fab article by Jonathan on how Chinese medicine treats snoring. It’s an interesting long read with lots of self help tips. If you would like some acupuncture for a bit of Spleen Qi nourishment please give us a call/txt.

Troubled by Snoring? Here's what Chinese Medicine thinks about it, both as to background theory and practical steps as to what to do!

19/09/2025

Do you suffer from cold hands and feet all year round or just the winter? Why not book yourself in this autumn and be warm this winter. Acupuncture and reflexology are great proven treatments for improving circulation throughout the entire body.
Check this research article out.

This study demonstrated that EA and AC are effective in alleviating the symptoms of CHHF and enhancing the quality of life compared to no treatment. EA showed long-lasting effects than those of AC, suggesting its potential to regulate the autonomic nervous system. These findings provide a foundation...

18/09/2025

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Hello, I'm Shona and I am excited to introduce my Private Occupational Therapy practice for adults in Dumfries & Galloway.

I am a registered Occupational Therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council and have over 14 years experience working within Social Services, the NHS and with charities. Supporting adults in their own home, in Hospital or residential care facilities.

I am passionate about Occupational Therapy (OT) and I want to make OT accessible, not only supporting adults with what they need to do, but also with what they want to do.

"Occupation" is any activity that occupies a persons time. Here are some of the things that I can support with:

*Falls Prevention
*Home Safety
*Engaging in Meaningful Occupations
*Self Care Tasks
*Rehabilitation
*Increasing confidence with household tasks
*Support to manage daily routines
*Wellbeing support
*Recommending equipment
*Home adaptations

If you or someone you care about would benefit from some support or if you would like to ask any questions then please get in touch.

There is more information available on my website www.shonakennedyot.co.uk

16/09/2025

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Hi lovelies! I’m afraid I abandoned this FB page for some time. I needed a break from social media - frankly it does my head in!

Just popping on in case anyone doesn’t get my emails and would like my class info.

This week we have:

💃 Groove - starts back tonight at 6pm at Ultimate Dance Effect studio, Dumfries - all new playlist of fun music for us to dance to - can’t wait to share it with you!

Love dancing? Not tried Groove yet? Please do! It’s amazing - and absolutely no skills or experience needed. Just a willingness to move and let go a little.

🧘🏽‍♀️Yoga - Wednesday at 10am at The Bridge Wellness Centre, Dalbeattie - 2 spaces this week! 😊

Booking is done through my online system which I’ll pop in the comments.

I’m aware that the FB algorithms won’t show many people this post as I’ve not been on for a few weeks so if you could help give it a boost with a like or comment that would be really appreciated!

Much love to all of you and see in a class if you are coming! 😊 💃 🧘🏽‍♀️

P.s if you would like to get regular email updates from me drop me your email address in a message so I can add you to my mailing list. 📧

Pic of me enjoying lunch with a view on my recent trip to Bulgaria (terrible photo of me but the view was spectacular!)

08/09/2025

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By Oran AvivCertified Validation Teacher, Senior ReflexologistParkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) are related. LBD is the second most common type of progressive dementia after Alzheimer's disease, yet most people have never heard of it and many in the medical field do not know how to diagnose...

10/03/2025

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Movement is Key!!!

For the next few days we will be focussing on a vital but sometimes overlooked aspect of lymphoedema self-management, movement.
We will highlight the need for movement to be safe, steady, sustainable, social and satisfying

05/03/2025

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Why is Pain in the Feet when Receiving Reflexology Actually a Good Thing?

Reflexology is usually deeply relaxing, but sometimes a point on the foot can feel tender or even painful. This isn’t random—it tells us something valuable! Pain = congestion or imbalance in the corresponding body area.

🙏 Reworking the point helps ease discomfort and supports the body’s natural healing response
🙏 Over time, as we stimulate the area, pain decreases, and the body starts to shift towards better function

So, if you feel tenderness during a session, know that it’s a sign of where your body needs attention—and that working through it is the first step to relief!
Have you experienced this in a reflexology session? Let’s talk about it!