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Acupuncture
At Health2u, we are proud to offer our clients a range of complementary therapies that can enhance their overall physical and mental wellbeing. One of the most popular treatments we offer is acupuncture, which is practiced by a number of our skilled and experienced physiotherapists in Singapore.
Our physiotherapists are trained to use acupuncture as a complementary therapy alongside other physiotherapy treatments, or as a standalone treatment depending on the client's needs. Acupuncture can be particularly effective for conditions such as chronic pain, headaches, and musculoskeletal disorders.
What is a Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese practice that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. In recent years, it has gained popularity in the West as an effective form of alternative medicine. Acupuncture involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to restore the flow of energy, or qi, along pathways known as meridians. In this article, we will explore how acupuncture works and its benefits.
The traditional Chinese philosophy behind acupuncture is that a healthy body has a free flow of energy, or qi, along meridians that are linked to specific organs in the body. However, factors such as trauma, anxiety, anger, and stress can disrupt this flow, leading to various health problems. By inserting needles along the pathways where the energy is disrupted, acupuncture helps to restore the free flow of energy along the meridians.
Another way that acupuncture works is by acting on the body's pain gate. When a needle is inserted into the skin, it sends impulses up into the brain, which releases endogenous opioids, which are the body's own painkillers. These substances help to reduce or eliminate pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.
Is Acupuncture Right For Me
It is recommended that you discuss with your physiotherapist from Health2u whether acupuncture is suitable for your particular condition. However, if you have a metal allergy to stainless steel, a phobia of needles, or an infection, acupuncture may not be appropriate for you at this time.
That being said, Health2u believes that acupuncture can be helpful for a variety of conditions. These include chronic pain, headaches, migraines, menstrual cramps, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and infertility. Acupuncture is a safe and natural form of treatment that has very few side effects and can be used in conjunction with other therapies to promote overall health and well-being.
Some of the conditions Health2u promotes acupuncture for are:
- knee pain acupuncture
- back pain acupuncture
- headache acupuncure
- ankle pain acupuncture
- de quervains acupuncture
- carpal tunnel acupuncture
- muscle pain acupuncture
- trigger point acupuncture
How Effective Will Acupuncture Be?
The effectiveness of acupuncture can vary from person to person. While some individuals may experience fantastic results, others may not see much improvement. It's important to understand that the number of acupuncture sessions required for optimal results can also vary depending on the individual.
Factors that can influence the effectiveness of acupuncture include the specific health condition being treated, the severity of the condition, the individual's overall health and wellness, and their response to acupuncture. In some cases, a single session of acupuncture may be enough to provide relief, while in other cases, multiple sessions may be necessary to see significant improvement.
How Is Acupuncture Carried Out?
During acupuncture treatment, sterile disposable extremely fine needles are inserted quickly through the skin into the tissues beneath. The practitioner will select specific acupuncture points based on the individual's health concerns and the desired effect.
Once the needle is inserted, different sensations may be experienced, such as a deep ache, heat, or heaviness around the area where the needle is inserted. These sensations are known as "De Qi" and are considered normal. In fact, feeling these sensations indicates that the acupuncture is having a positive effect and that the body's own painkillers are being released.
The duration that the needles are left in place can vary depending on the desired effect. For example, if the treatment is aimed at releasing trigger points or muscle spasms, the needle may only be left in place for a few minutes. However, if the goal is to restore energy flow along the meridians, the needles may be left in place for a longer period, typically between 15 and 30 minutes.
How Many Acupuncture Sessions Do I Need?
The number of acupuncture sessions required can vary from person to person. Some individuals may only require a single session to experience noticeable improvement, while others may require at least 6 sessions or more. The number of sessions needed depends on various factors, including the severity and duration of the health condition being treated, the individual's overall health and response to acupuncture, and whether acupuncture is used as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapies.
It's important to understand that the effects of acupuncture can also vary in terms of their lasting effect. While some individuals may find that their health condition is permanently resolved after acupuncture, others may require maintenance treatments to maintain the lasting effect.
Is Acupuncture Safe?
Members of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) are required to undergo a minimum level of training and are held to professional codes of conduct through the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC). This means that patients who receive acupuncture treatment from a member of the AACP can have confidence that their practitioner is highly qualified and operates within professional guidelines.
It is a lot safer than most drugs but there can be side effects felt which include:
- Needle site bruising
- Drowsiness feeling after treatment
- Needle site discomfort
- Temporary pain increases
- Feeling faint or fainting
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Your Therapists
Laura O'ByrneSpecialist Senior Physiotherapist
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Laura owns and runs Health2u with Bex Aldridge. She has worked in various clinical settings in both the United Kingdom and Singapore, where she spent three years at Jurong Health hospitals working in neuro-rehabilitation, geriatric, acute orthopaedic and musculo-skeletal departments. Laura has a very fun and lively manner which helps to motivate clients to exercise and participate in their physiotherapy. She is also a certified dry needling practitioner.
Laura is one of our experts in pre and postnatal physiotherapy to relieve low back pain, sacroiliac pain and other pains associated with pregnancy. She also is experienced in correcting a Diastasis Recti and helping restore bladder control with pelvic floor exercises.
She specialises in designing and putting programmes of physiotherapy into practice: therapeutic exercise; manipulations; massage; education; the use of electro-therapeutic and other modalities, with a focus on being active. She is also an experienced ergonomics assessor, on which subject she oversees set-ups and delivers talks.
In her spare time, Laura enjoys Pilates, going to the gym and exploring South East Asia
Services
baby massage
breastfeeding relief
fit mama exercise and nutrition
pre and post natal massage
pre and post natal physio
diastasis recti correction
care of the older
neurological physiotherapy
older person's therapy
women's health physiotherapy
services for pain and injury
acupuncture
bone conditioning programme
business
care homes
deep tissue massage
sports massage
musculoskeletal and sports
exercise and rehab programmes
kinesiology taping
osteoporosis programmes
rheumatology physiotherapy
sports physiotherapy
neurological services
falls prevention programmes
physio after surgery
physio for pain
post surgery
cardiac rehab
oncology physiotherapy
massage
pilates
workstation assessment
ergonomic presentations
womens health physiotherapy
womens health & paediatric
shockwave therapy for pain
chest physiotherapy
golf fitness assessments
Mok Ying RongAHPC Registered Physiotherapist
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Ying Rong graduated from Queen Margaret University with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy, and is a certified physiotherapist with 4 years of experience in acute hospital and clinic setting, specializing in post-surgery, sports injury, elderly and clients in pain.
While at Farrer Park Hospital she provided quality care for both inpatient and outpatients of all age groups and diverse conditions including joint trauma, degenerative conditions, spinal infections, nerve injuries, fractures and amputations.
Ying Rong is passionate about rehabilitating patients with musculoskeletal and neurological issues back to pain-free status and currently sees a mixture of post-surgery and musculoskeletal patients in the comfort of their own homes.
Ying Rong is a National distance runner and holds the record for the Singapore Half Marathon. With a keen interest in running she has spearheaded a running gait analysis program.
Services
care of the older
neurological physiotherapy
older person's therapy
services for pain and injury
acupuncture
bone conditioning programme
care homes
musculoskeletal and sports
exercise and rehab programmes
kinesiology taping
osteoporosis programmes
rheumatology physiotherapy
sports physiotherapy
neurological services
falls prevention programmes
hold back parkinsons exercise
physio after surgery
physio for pain
post surgery
amputees
cardiac rehab
oncology physiotherapy
pilates
personal training
chest physiotherapy
golf fitness assessments
Noopura YeliurPhysiotherapist Specialising in Rehab and Massage
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Noopura is a physiotherapist of over 12 years qualifying in 2009 and continuing on to complete a with a Masters Degree in Clinical Exercise Science at Melbourne Victoria University. Her main interests are Massage, Sports Massage and Rehabilitation using her knowledge of her Masters to make her treatments more effective. She has worked in various clinical settings including both hospital environments, clinics and at peoples homes.
Noop is a motivated and personable therapist which helps to motivate clients to exercise and participate in their rehab. She is also kind and calm helping clients to feel comfortable and relaxed in her care.
She specialises in designing and putting programmes of rehab into practice: therapeutic exercise; massage; education with a focus on being active.
Services
fit mama exercise and nutrition
pre and post natal massage
diastasis recti correction
care of the older
older person's therapy
patient feedback
bone conditioning programme
deep tissue massage
sports massage
exercise and rehab programmes
osteoporosis programmes
falls prevention programmes
hold back parkinsons exercise
post surgery
oncology physiotherapy
massage
pilates
workstation assessment
ergonomic presentations
chest physiotherapy
golf fitness assessments
Jing-Yi YapAHPC Registered Physiotherapist
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Jing Yi graduated from Nanyang Polytechnic in 2012 and attained her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (Hons) from Trinity College Dublin in 2013. She has been working with JurongHealth since 2012, specializing in musculoskeletal physiotherapy including work-related and post-operative conditions. She is also certified in Dry Needling and Kinesio Taping 1 & 2. Jing Yi has a keen interest in spinal and lower limb conditions, with a particular focus on active rehabilitation and injury prevention. She is also part of the medical team providing physiotherapy service at the Games Medical Centre for the recent 28th SEA Games Singapore 2015 and 8th ASEAN Para Games 2015. In her free time, Jing Yi enjoys gymming, yoga and traveling.
Services
care of the older
neurological physiotherapy
older person's therapy
services for pain and injury
acupuncture
bone conditioning programme
care homes
sports massage
musculoskeletal and sports
exercise and rehab programmes
kinesiology taping
osteoporosis programmes
rheumatology physiotherapy
sports physiotherapy
neurological services
falls prevention programmes
hold back parkinsons exercise
physio after surgery
physio for pain
post surgery
amputees
cardiac rehab
oncology physiotherapy
massage
Ezora WongAHPC Registered Physiotherapist
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Ezora is a Certified physiotherapist since 2012. She first worked with Jurong Health establishing the rehab protocols and workflow for the critically ill patients of ICU. Ezora then became a certified clinical educator training students in both (musculokskeletal) pain relief and sports physio over the years at Jurong Health. She decided to pursue her interest in the musculoskeletal and sports side of physiotherapy by becoming a physio for the student athletes during the Annual University Games from 2015-2019 & Singapore Male and Female football teams whilst working privately for a clinic.
Throughout the years of rehabilitating clients she developed a strong interest in using a number of her combined skills as a musculoskeletal physio and sports physio to treat pain that has developed in any area of the body and also during pregnancy and after birth; she is great at prescribing exercises that effectively build strength in the core and throughout the body. She also has a great reputation for her massage techniques and hands on manual therapy treatments.
Through her experience with sports teams she developed a lot of practice in Kinesiology taping, rehab techniques and strengthening and she is also undertaking regular courses with the Australia Physiotherapy Association (APA) to continuously upgrade her skills in treating women at different life stages.
Ezora can speak fluid English and Cantonese and as a person Ezora is well liked being kind, considerate and very dedicated to her clients.
Services
breastfeeding relief
fit mama exercise and nutrition
pre and post natal massage
pre and post natal physio
diastasis recti correction
care of the older
neurological physiotherapy
older person's therapy
patient feedback
services for pain and injury
acupuncture
bone conditioning programme
business
care homes
sports massage
musculoskeletal and sports
exercise and rehab programmes
kinesiology taping
osteoporosis programmes
rheumatology physiotherapy
sports physiotherapy
neurological services
falls prevention programmes
hold back parkinsons exercise
physio after surgery
physio for pain
post surgery
oncology physiotherapy
massage
pilates
womens health physiotherapy
womens health & paediatric