Hand to Heal

28/09/2026

I was back at college this weekend, this time learning a different technique for taking patients’ pulses.

In Chinese Medicine the pulse is an important factor for diagnosis across all systems of the body not just what the heart/circulation is up to. Especially when I take on new patients for acupuncture I pay great attention to what their pulse says as well as what the person tells me.

I have limited availability for new patients in October, please message if you are interested in starting a course of treatments.

02/09/2026

13/08/2026

In the past the answer to this might’ve been feeling sad about not being able to have acupuncture. But no more! The frustrating ban on giving blood after having acupuncture is being lifted. Great news!
For more info: https://acupuncture.org.uk/news/uk-blood-supplies-set-for-a-vital-boost-as-donation-rules-are-updated-for-acupuncture-patients/

And a reminder to check your chosen acupuncturist is appropriately qualified. We are not all equal! Choose a practitioner who is degree level qualified.

18/07/2026

Last night I hosted Leigh and his lovely dog Taco who are touring the UK coastline by trike raising money for charity. Leigh arrived with stiff back and shoulders so I offered him some acupuncture and cupping which helped loosen things up a treat.

Please check out Leigh’s page for info about his mission and why he’s raising money for charities.
Paws & Pedal

11/07/2026

28/06/2026

Today I visited the Chinese Medicine section of Bristol’s botanical garden. I attended a course aimed at acupuncturists wanting to know more about Chinese herbal and dietary medicine. It was super interesting!

26/04/2026

100% of attendees who came for five weeks of ear acupuncture reported some level of improvement in their sleep.

Spaces available in a small group setting, Tuesday evenings 6pm, Penarth.