While acupuncture is widely recognized for its effectiveness in pain management and stress reduction, recent studies suggest that it may also play a pivotal role in improving white cell count. This article explores the potential benefits of acupuncture as a complementary therapy for enhancing white cell count. Understanding White Cell Count White blood […]
By Siegrid Delaney BHScTCM Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Crows Nest is an incredibly gentle, helpful, and powerful health management tool. In this quick article we look at What is Lymphatic Drainage Therapy? How does it work? And most importantly, What can it do to improve YOUR health and happiness? If you’ve ever had breast […]
Please read this for information on our COVID-19 ACTION PLAN. IMPORTANT: Acupuncture treatment and Massage Therapy IS ALLOWED in the current social distancing recommendations. Based on current recommendations, we are committed to staying open and providing a safe and hygienic space for you to receive treatments, as well as for us to […]
Come and celebrate the work and passion of two amazing Sydney Women this International Women’s Day Speaker 1: Alison Battisson Director Principal, Human Rights for All – An Australian pro-bono human rights law firm, dedicated to assisting asylum seekers and refugees and to ending arbitrary detention. hr4a.com.au Speaker 2: Kim Pearce Co-founder, The Possibility Project […]
October is Breast Cancer awareness month, and we want you to check your breasts! “Forty percent of diagnosed breast cancers are detected by women who feel a lump, so establishing a regular breast self-exam is very important.” Self check breast examinations are for women of all ages and all breast sizes, and should be performed […]
The 8 Habits for Your Wellbeing Written by Mayte Miguelez (MAYOGA Australia) This post is about your wellbeing and how you can manage your health with just 8 habits based on the wisdom of the Tao. It is an easy guide to be aware of the key elements to take care of your health. Of […]
By Dr Luke McPherson (CM) This explains the feel-good effect of acupuncture. When the needle is inserted, and then stimulated, it blocks the efferent neuron. This means that it is blocking the signal the injured/diseased site is sending to the brain saying “I’m hurt!”. This then allows the body to get rid of the inflammatory […]
By Dr Luke McPherson (CM) As you get further into your pregnancy you will undoubtedly deal with lower back pain and/or hip pain. As someone who is already a little less mobile, and a little less flexible than before; an addition to back and hip pain can make life a whole lot harder. Back pain […]
Written By Dr Luke McPherson (CM) I have to provide a warning before you read on; to explain how cupping works, I have to delve into the body’s biochemistry. Some of the terminology can be a little dry, but in order to truly appreciate how amazing this medicine is, I have to use this terminology. […]
Written by, Dr. Rochelle Hammond (Acupuncture TCM) The companion article to this blog (Breastfeeding, Post Natal Care and Lactogenic Foods) has been published on the West St Wellbeing blog. Together they are intended as a brief guide to breastfeeding and treatment of common issues such as poor milk production and painful breast with at home […]
Written by Dr Luke McPherson (CM) Relieve pain, and repair the joint! Knee pain can be debilitating! It is a load bearing joint that is in use the entire time we are on our feet. The fact that this can cause constant pain can really impact on your quality of life and make it difficult […]
Recipe by, Rochelle Hammond Registered Acupuncturist & TCM Practitioner at West St Wellbeing
Another delicious recipe by, Rochelle Hammond Registered Acupuncturist & TCM Practitioner
As a new addition to the West St Wellbeing team, I thought you might like to know a bit more about what I actually do in my classes. Personally, just like a contented cat, I love to stretch. So, what better topic for my first blog than: Stretching – what does it do, & how […]
Herbal medicine – The extraordinary benefits after you get past the initial Yuk!!! By Luke McPherson, Dr of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Teacher of Chinese Herbal Medicine I love prescribing Chinese herbal medicine; I love that something so natural has these powerful properties to heal our bodies from the inside out; it is a wonderful gift […]
In this article Dr Rochelle Hammond (TCM) guides us through a process to remove unnecessary toxins and live a cleaner and healthier life. Last month we spoke about preparing your mind and body for the healing journey by practicing skills that promote rest, deep relaxation and establishing a strong mind-body connection (Preparing Mind and Body for […]
How Healthy Are You Really? Take our Quick Health Check Quiz to Find Out To take the quiz, grab a pen and something to jot your scores on as you go through the list. Add up your scores for the first 10 questions then subtract the scores from the bonus questions. This is a […]
By Chantelle van der Weyden In my opinion sleep is the most underrated tool to thriving health, and is so often overlooked when it comes to establishing a healthy routine. We all know we need to eat well and exercise, but prioritising sleep can fall to the wayside especially given the busy and overstimulating […]
Using Acupuncture to Dramatically Improve Your Sperm Health By Dr Luke McPherson (TCM) This article is about boosting male fertility by supercharging sperm quantity and quality with acupuncture and Chinese medicine. To improve sperm health and dramatically improve your chances of having a healthy baby whether trying naturally or with IVF, Acupuncture and Chinese medicine […]
Treating Rash in Pregnancy A published Case Study by Dr Luke McPherson (CM), Resident Dr of Chinese Medicine at WSW Publication details: McPherson, L., & Cochrane S. (2013) Case report: A rash in pregnancy resolved by Chinese medicine. Australian Journal of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. 8 (22) 21-24 Title: A Rash in pregnancy resolved by […]