Acupuncture
Caring for Your Health Naturally with Acupuncture
Personalised care, using therapies most appropriate to your individual needs.
Acupuncture
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a range of specialised acupuncture treatments tailored to your individual health concerns. Different acupuncture styles have different strengths and can be used separately or combined to provide the most effective treatment for your needs.
As an experienced acupuncturist in Cork, I specialise in Traditional Acupuncture, Balance Acupuncture, Scalp Acupuncture, Ear Acupuncture, Fertility Acupuncture. and the NADA Protocol to support a wide range of physical, neurological, and emotional health concerns.
No two people are the same. During your consultation, we will discuss your symptoms, health history, and treatment goals to determine the most appropriate acupuncture approach for your needs.
Whether you are seeking help for pain relief, digestive health, respiratory conditions, neurological recovery, smoking cessation, stress management, or addiction support, your treatment plan will be designed specifically for you.
✳︎Traditional Acupuncture
NADA Protocol
✳︎Balance Acupuncture
✳︎Ear Acupuncture
✳︎Fertility Acupuncture
✳︎Traditional Acupuncture NADA Protocol ✳︎Balance Acupuncture ✳︎Ear Acupuncture ✳︎Fertility Acupuncture
Traditional Acupuncture
Traditional Acupuncture is based on a system of medicine that has been practised for thousands of years. Treatment focuses on identifying patterns of imbalance within the body and using specific acupuncture points to support the body's natural healing processes.
Traditional Acupuncture is particularly effective for internal health conditions and is commonly used to support:
Digestive disorders
Irritable bowel symptoms
Acid reflux
Respiratory conditions
Sinus problems
Allergies
Asthma support
Women's health concerns
Menstrual problems
Stress and anxiety
Fatigue
Sleep difficulties
Each treatment is tailored to the individual rather than simply focusing on symptoms alone.
Scalp Acupuncture
Scalp Acupuncture combines traditional acupuncture principles with modern understanding of the nervous system. Fine needles are inserted into specific areas of the scalp that correspond to different functions within the brain and body.
Scalp Acupuncture is particularly valuable in supporting neurological rehabilitation and recovery.
It may be used to support:
Stroke rehabilitation
Post-stroke weakness
Mobility difficulties
Neurological conditions
Multiple sclerosis support
Parkinson's disease support
Chronic pain
Nerve-related symptoms
Balance and coordination difficulties
Treatment is often used alongside conventional medical care and rehabilitation programmes.
Balance Acupuncture
Balance Acupuncture, developed by Dr Richard Tan, is a highly effective system that aims to restore balance throughout the body. It is especially well known for providing rapid relief from pain and improving movement.
Unlike some other forms of acupuncture, needles are often placed away from the area of pain while still achieving significant results.
Balance Acupuncture is particularly effective for:
Back pain
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Knee pain
Hip pain
Sciatica
Arthritis-related discomfort
Sports injuries
Acute injuries
Chronic pain conditions
Restricted movement and mobility issues
Many patients notice improvements in pain levels and range of movement during treatment.
NADA Protocol
The NADA Protocol is a specialised form of Ear Acupuncture that uses five carefully selected points in the ear. Originally developed to support addiction recovery programmes, it is now widely used in healthcare and community settings throughout the world.
NADA is particularly effective for supporting:
Addiction recovery
Alcohol dependency support
Drug dependency support
Smoking cessation support
Anxiety
Stress
Trauma recovery support
Emotional regulation
Sleep difficulties
Mental wellbeing
NADA is often used alongside counselling, healthcare services, and recovery programmes to support resilience and overall wellbeing.
Ear Acupuncture
Ear Acupuncture, also known as Auricular Acupuncture, works on the principle that the ear contains points corresponding to different areas of the body and mind.
It is a gentle yet powerful treatment that can be used on its own or alongside body acupuncture.
Ear Acupuncture is particularly helpful for:
Smoking cessation
Stress management
Anxiety
Sleep problems
Emotional wellbeing
Pain management
Weight management support
Relaxation and stress reduction
Many patients find Ear Acupuncture deeply calming and beneficial for managing lifestyle changes.
Fertility Acupuncture
Fertility Acupuncture is a specialised approach that supports reproductive health and aims to create the best possible conditions for conception. Treatment is tailored to the individual and may be used alongside natural conception, assisted fertility treatments, or as part of a pre-conception health plan.
Drawing on Traditional Acupuncture principles, treatment focuses on supporting hormonal balance, improving circulation to the reproductive organs, reducing stress, and promoting overall wellbeing during the fertility journey.
Fertility Acupuncture may be used to support:
Natural conception
IVF and ICSI treatment
IUI treatment
Hormonal balance
Irregular menstrual cycles
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Endometriosis support
Unexplained infertility
Male fertility concerns
Stress and anxiety related to fertility treatment
Pregnancy preparation
Recurrent miscarriage support
Treatment plans are tailored to each individual's circumstances and can work alongside conventional fertility care to support reproductive health and wellbeing.