Acupuncture is a practice from Traditional Chinese Medicine that takes a holistic approach to the person. It can be used alongside medical follow-up to support various conditions and stages of life. In Aix-en-Provence, I offer acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine consultations, with an approach particularly focused on women’s health. Depending on your situation, acupuncture may in …
Hot flushes are among the most common symptoms of the perimenopause and the menopause. A sudden feeling of heat, flushing of the face, excessive sweating, waking at night… these symptoms can have a significant impact on quality of life. Faced with this discomfort, many women look for complementary solutions to live through this hormonal transition …
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As their due date approaches, many mothers-to-be look for natural ways to prepare for birth. One of the most frequent questions is whether acupuncture can be used to induce labour. In reality, acupuncture is used more as part of birth preparation than with the aim of bringing on labour by itself. So when should you …
Pregnancy brings many physical, hormonal and emotional changes. Although this period is often associated with joy, it can also bring varying degrees of discomfort as the trimesters go by. Many mothers-to-be therefore wonder whether acupuncture is compatible with pregnancy. The answer is yes: when it is practised by a professional trained in supporting pregnant women, …
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Acupuncture is a practice that comes from Traditional Chinese Medicine and has been used for several thousand years. More and more people today consult an acupuncture practitioner in Aix-en-Provence to support various functional disorders and improve their everyday well-being. But when should you consult? What happens in a session? What benefits can you expect? Here …
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More and more women are taking an interest in acupuncture when planning a pregnancy. Whether conception is natural or assisted reproduction (ART) is being considered, acupuncture is often used as a complementary approach to support patients. But when should sessions begin? How long before a pregnancy? How often should you come? Here is what you …
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When you suffer from pain, stress or functional disorders, it is not always easy to know which practitioner to turn to. Osteopathy and acupuncture are two complementary approaches that aim to improve well-being and support the body in how it functions. But what are the differences between them? When should you see an osteopath or …
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The face can sometimes look puffy, tired or congested, particularly on waking, or after a period of stress, fatigue or water retention. Some people also feel tension in the face, the jaw or the sinuses. Facial lymphatic drainage is attracting growing interest today as a way to support these feelings of congestion and encourage better …
Tinnitus affects many people and can become particularly hard to live with when it persists over time. Buzzing, whistling, permanent or intermittent sound sensations… these symptoms can have a significant impact on sleep, concentration, stress and quality of life. Faced with these often complex disorders, some people turn to acupuncture as part of a complementary, …
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Sinusitis can quickly become very uncomfortable in daily life. A feeling of pressure in the face, a blocked nose, headaches, fatigue, congestion… these symptoms can affect sleep, breathing and quality of life. More and more people are turning to acupuncture to support ENT (ear, nose and throat) problems and improve their breathing comfort naturally. What …
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