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Birth Well Workshops
We teach acupressure for pain relief during labor in our Birth Well workshops. What you will gain from the workshop: Hands on practise to assist your partner to prepare for labour Learn techniques to assist your partner through the different stages of labour Reduce...
About our acupuncturist John
A conversation with John... We recently interviewed one of our practitioners to give you an understanding as to what’s involved in a treatment session with John Kim John, tell us what kind of treatments do you like to perform? I perform mainly Japanese style...
Our kids acupuncture treatments
Non-invasive treatments Here at Eastern Therapies we use a special technique called Shonishin to treat any babies and toddlers that walk through our door. It is a gentle technique that involves using special tools to massage the meridians to treat any disharmonies....
Book with us online!
Did you know we have a convenient online booking system? It's super easy and convenient for anyone who is on the go. Simply select your appointment type and practitioner, fill out contact information and you are done! You can book yourself online by clicking the...
August 2018 massage winner
We would like to congratulate Ruby Laing, our June massage winner! For your chance to win the next month’s giveaway, simply LIKE us on Facebook!
B vitamins for stress and fertility
The B vitamins provide nutritional support for normal healthy adrenal function. In particular, vitamins B5 and B6 are useful for improving the body’s response to stress. Poor vitamin B5, B6 and B12 status in women is associated with a decreased probability of...
Lower back pain
Massage and Acupuncture can help alleviate the reasons for back pain in both the short and long term. Houng and Ross can help with treatment along with the understanding of the working of your body to create long term results. Back exercises are almost always...
How we can help you during pregnancy
It has been a hectic few months here at Eastern Therapies! Lots of baby arrivals! Have a look at these gorgeous bubs... So how can we help you during your pregnancy? Acupuncture works to increase blood...
Ikeda Sensei’s final seminar
I attended a final 29th international seminar of my Japanese acupuncture teacher Ikeda Sensei on the Gold Coast. Author of 23 books, 73 year old Ikeda Sensei has been my primary mentor for 19 years. 200 delegates made the effort to attend this great teacher’s last...
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
I found a great article about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. The article summarises some of the mechanisms of the syndrome, specifically insulin resistance. When insulin levels are reduced this helps to balance hormones and alleviate the symptoms of PCOS. Diet plays a...
Motor points
Houng spent 2 days this week studying with Richard Hazel from New York who was teaching motor points. Motor points restore the functionality of the muscles. If a muscle is weak or switched off, using acupuncture on the motor points will bring the muscle back to full...