After graduating from Northern College of Acupuncture, LInda developed his practice in Ochilview Complementary Centres, Falkirk.  She has been a member of the British Acupuncture Council since graduating.  Linda as a generalist acupuncturist can provide acupuncture for many conditions, some of which are listed below.   Linda’s style is to provide as gentle acupuncture as possible and all needles are sterile and for single use only.

Linda’s  particular areas of speciality for this time tested natural therapy include:

· Menstrual disorders, Infertility, and IVF assistance

· Back pain and Sciatica

Linda can be contacted through the clinic or directly on 0778658804 or emailed at adnil2uk@btinternet.com

Acupuncture is the time tested therapy that has been practised in the Far East for thousands of years. The philosophy behind the treatment is that energy lines or meridians circulate around the body. These meridians contain our energy flow or “qi”. It is when this qi is impaired through the body that imbalance and illness occurs. With the insertion of fine needles at various points on the meridian, the energy can be moved or redirected to where it is needed most. In this way the body's balance can be restored and the illness resolved.

The flow of energy can be disrupted in many ways; emotional upset, physical trauma, poor diet or overwork are all common examples. By examining this underlying cause and how it has affected the body, the most appropriate treatment for the patient can be selected. Treating the patient as an individual is at the core of the acupuncture treatment and it this that helps allow the body to rebalance itself.

Blocked energy can manifest itself in areas that are painful or are particularly cold or hot, or a different colour. These signs can help determine which points are most suitable.

Western medicine has different opinions on how acupuncture works but in short, no one is really sure. However trial after trial consistently proves it effectiveness.

Acupuncture involves taking a full history making a Chinese Medicine diagnosis and treating the condition from the findings.  It also includes other techniques such as cupping, moxibustion or acupressure and the giving of lifestyle advice.

 Arthritis

Circulatory problems

Digestive disorders

· Irritable bowel syndrome

· Constipation

· Diarrhoea

· Bloating

· Nausea

· Heartburn

· Crohn’s disease

· Colitis

Dizziness

Facial paralysis

Fatigue/Tiredness

Hayfever and Sinusitis

High blood pressure

Infertility

Insomnia

IVF assistance treatment

Pre-menstrual symptoms

Menstrual problems

Menopausal symptoms

Mental/Emotional disorders

· Anxiety states

· Depression

· Mood change

· Insomnia

Migraines & headaches   

Pregnancy care

· Morning sickness

· Constipation

· Heartburn

· Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

· Back pain

· Pre-conception care

· Breech presentation

Musculo-skeletal Conditions 

· Back pain

· Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

· Neck pain

· Frozen Shoulder

· Sciatica

· Tennis Elbow

· Knee pain

· Repetitive strain injury

Respiratory disorders

· Asthma

· Bronchitis

· Coughs and colds

Rheumatism

Skin conditions

· Eczema

· Psoriasis

Stress related illness

Urinary/Kidney disorders

· Cystitis

· Oedema/Water retention

Well-Being

· Preventative care

· General well-being

Sports Injuries