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The Serratus Anterior Muscle - The Shoulder's Secret Weapon: Info & Tips On How To Keep It Healthy & Functioning Well
The Serratus Anterior muscle is a bit of a secret workhorse when it comes to our upper back and shoulders. It's not frequently spoken...
Ben Elliot
Apr 284 min read
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Tiredness & Fatigue: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment from TCM Acupuncture & Biomedical Perspectives
â–º Listen to a spoken audio version of this post Tiredness and fatigue are hugely relevant to modern health. There are dozens of...
Ben Elliot
Apr 29 min read
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Acupuncture and Massage: Usage, Benefits, and Effectiveness
I've spoken about more specific uses of both Acupuncture and massage in previous posts, but I thought it useful to document the broad...
Ben Elliot
Mar 112 min read
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How Acupuncture & Massage Can Improve Mental Clarity, Concentration and Focus
â–ºListen to the spoken audio of this blog post Acupuncture, an ancient healing practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, has grown...
Ben Elliot
Mar 55 min read
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Upper Cross Syndrome: Analysis and Treatment Guide for the condition most have, but didn't know existed.
Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS) is a postural imbalance caused by muscle dysfunction in the upper body, particularly the neck, shoulders, and...
Ben Elliot
Feb 266 min read
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All you need to know about knee pain: Causes, symptoms and treatment options
Knee Pain - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options For a knee to work well we need good function in the bones, cartilage, ligaments,...
Ben Elliot
Feb 105 min read
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What is Qi? Unravelling The Mystery
What is Qi? Is it real? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture theory, Qi (æ°”) (pronounced "chee")Â is known as the...
Ben Elliot
Feb 65 min read
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Is combining Massage & Acupuncture just what you need?
Is acupuncture & massage just what you need? In my York clinic, I'd estimate around 80% of people receive a combination of massage and...
Ben Elliot
Jan 303 min read
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Vagus nerve 'hacks' - How useful are they?
Vagus Nerve 'Hacks' - How useful are they? While anatomy doesn't change - trends and buzzwords do. Being an acupuncturist and massage...
Ben Elliot
Jan 249 min read
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ACUPUNCTURISTS NEEDED FOR LEEDS CITY CENTER CLINIC
ACUPUNCTURISTS NEEDED FOR PHOENIX HEALTH AND WELLBEING CLINIC Alongside my acupuncture practice in York, I also work at Phoenix Health...
Ben Elliot
Jan 232 min read
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Acupuncture & Immunity: How Acupuncture Can Prepare You in Avoiding Winter Illness.
As we head into winter we start the tactical dodging of coughs, colds and other illnesses. There are numerous ways to help your immune...
Ben Elliot
Dec 18, 20246 min read
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Acupuncture & Inflammation: Comparing Chinese Medicine & Biomedical Theories & Evidence
What is inflammation? Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury and infection. It is a protective process designed to remove...
Ben Elliot
Nov 28, 20245 min read
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Why does GB21 Acupoint do what it does? A brief introduction to Acupuncture theory.
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory can seem like a complete mystery to our Western-conditioned minds and often...
Ben Elliot
Nov 25, 202416 min read
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Placebo: The Dirtiest Word In Healthcare, Or a Fresh Perspective On Recovery?
What is the Placebo Effect? A placebo is something that seemingly has no therapeutic effects but can make someone think they are...
Ben Elliot
Nov 12, 20246 min read
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Acupuncture, Anxiety, Depression and the HPA
Anxiety and depression are widespread issues affecting millions across the world. While there are various medications available to help...
Ben Elliot
Oct 28, 20244 min read
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How Can Acupuncture & Sports Massage Relieve The Pain Of Plantar Fasciitis?
Acupuncture & Sports Massage for Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is a reasonably common issue that can cause a lot of disruption to...
Ben Elliot
Oct 26, 20244 min read
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What happens in your brain when you have Acupuncture? How it provides Pain Relief
While there may be many possible answers to this question, there is limited research into acupuncture using brain scanning technology....
Ben Elliot
Oct 15, 20245 min read
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Exploring the Distinctions: TCM Acupuncture vs. Dry Needling - Which Is the Right Fit for You?
In the realm of complementary medicine, there are two practices involve the use of needles - Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)...
Ben Elliot
Oct 9, 20243 min read
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DISCOUNTED TREATMENTS AVAILABLE
DISCOUNTED TREATMENTS AVAILABLE - Times are tough and while NHS waiting lists are still high, getting treatment privately might seem like...
Ben Elliot
Jul 10, 20231 min read
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What is Remedial Massage?
Remedial Massage isn't a familiar term for a lot of people seeking a therapy. It is however very similar to other styles of massage. The...
Ben Elliot
Jun 28, 20232 min read
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