An integrative approach to treating chronic pain, using therapies such as acupuncture, mindfulness, massage and nutritional guidance, can help to reduce pain and improve quality of life, research has shown.
The BAcC's register of members has recently been approved and accredited by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care. This new scheme was set up by the Department of Health and is administered by an independent body which is accountable to Parliament. Recognition of the standards of training and development the British Acupuncture Council requires of it’s members, met some of the strict criteria necessary to receive the accreditation. This sought-after stamp of assurance is good for patients, service users and the public in general, as the best way to promote quality within our profession.
Should food and nutrition have a bigger role to play during cancer treatments? Is the medical profession too reluctant to see food as an essential component in improving the well-being of cancer patients?
For certain conditions, acupuncture can be very effective both on its own and integrated with conventional medicine, but who does it benefit and under what conditions?
Jennifer Aniston sporting the tell tale signs of cupping - a technique used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. This ancient Chinese therapy is used to treat many illnesses but is particularly useful for musculo skeletal conditions, and is especially helpful in clearing colds and flu.