Holmfirth
Acupuncture
Holmfirth Acupuncture by Alexandra Illingworth Acupuncture, at Physiotherapy Room Holmfirth, serving Holmfirth and the Holme Valley, along with the wider Huddersfield area. Holmfirth Acupuncture is the second clinic for Alexandra Illingworth Acupuncture.
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How I Can Help?
Adults
Acupuncture is an ancient, subtle and gentle medicine, suitable for most people-including those receiving conventional medical treatment.
Acupuncture aims not only to help the symptom, but to resolve the underlying cause.
Children
Babies and children often respond very well to acupuncture including non needle techniques. To find out more, visit the Children page.
Alexandra Illingworth,
Acupuncturist
I am an acupuncturist treating both adults and children. I hold two BSc Honours degrees-in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Loughborough University and in Acupuncture from the Northern College of Acupuncture.
I also hold a diploma in paediatric acupuncture and non-needle techniques.
I am a Student Support Tutor at The Northern College of Acupuncture.
What Can Acupuncture Treat?
Wellbeing
Acupuncture is a holistic medicine-it treats the whole person-making it an ideal support for your general wellbeing. In a fast-paced hectic world, acupuncture can help maintain good health and wellbeing, putting you in a better position to tackle health issues, should they arise.
Mental Health
The charity Mind (mind.org.uk), states that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year and that 1 in 6 will experience a mental health issue such as anxiety or depression every week. Acupuncture has a good evidence base for the treatment of mental health problems. evidencebasedacupuncture.org
Pain Management
Pain, whether acute-usually due to a specific, treatable cause, for example an injury-, or chronic-long term pain which can sometimes have no obvious cause-can have a hugely detrimental effect on our lives. Acupuncture has an extensive evidence base for treating many types of pain and is recommended in NICE guidelines for the treatment of chronic pain.nice.org.uk
Gastrointestinal Problems
Many people seek acupuncture treatment to help with both the symptoms and underlying causes of common GI disorders.
Such as constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, irritable bowel syndrome, bloating and GERD.
Sleep
The odd night of poor sleep is rarely an issue, but long-term sleep problems can lead to real health issues. The latest research not only shows that a lack of sleep can make us tired and grumpy, but can affect our physical health, contributing to obesity, high blood pressure, and a reduced immune system function. There is also a close relationship between sleep and mental health (mind.org.uk). Many people every year seek acupuncture treatment to help with sleep problems
Allergies & Intolerances
More than 25% of the UK population suffer with one or more allergy (allergyuk.org), such as allergic rhinitis, (hayfever), eczema, food allergies, with symptoms often affecting a number of organ systems. Acupuncture’s holistic approach is well placed to help with many issues caused by allergies. Food intolerances to gluten or dairy products, although not life threatening, can cause significant discomfort and sometimes even pain. Acupuncture can work to strengthen our digestive system often leading to a reduction in symptoms.
Womens Health
Acupuncture and gynaecology have a 3000 year history. Acupuncture aims to regulate and restore balance. Women seek acupuncture to treat menstrual irregularities, PMS, endometriosis, PCOS, pelvic inflammatory disease and pre- and post-menopausal signs/symptoms & Fertility.
Paeditric Treatment
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