Stuart Revell, LicAc. MBAcC. DipBSS, PRSI.(Med)
Stuart started studying Shiatsu (Acupressure massage) in 1992. Following this interest in Eastern Medicine he completed an Acupuncture course at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading. The College teaches both Chinese
and "Traditional (or 5-element)" styles of Acupuncture. As part of his continuing development Stuart has also studied aspects of Japanese acupuncture, and face rejuvenation treatment. Stuart has been treating patients with Acupuncture since 1998.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with a claimed
5000 year written history. According to TCM, health depends on the smooth
flow of Qi, or energy. Qi
circulates through the body in a network of channels known as meridians.
When energy is not flowing smoothly there are health problems. Acupuncture
needles inserted at specific points along the meridians can rebalance
the Qi and restore health.
Who can benefit?
Acupuncture can help many health problems including arthritis, asthma,
back and shoulder pain, headaches, high blood pressure, reproductive problems
and skin conditions. It can also help depression and sleeplessness, and
may be used to strengthen the constitution generally. Acupuncture can
be used in conjunction with western medical treatments. However, both
your doctor and your Acupuncturist should be told of the other treatments
you are receiving.
What does it feel like?
The hypodermic needles used for injections and blood tests are tubes because
they have to carry liquids. Acupuncture needles are solid and therefore
much finer than the hollow needles. When such a fine needle is inserted
the sensation is of a slight tingling or dull ache.
Needles may be inserted and immediately removed, or left in place for
up to 20 minutes depending on the effect required. During treatment most
patients feel relaxed. Sometimes a treatment can use Moxa, rather than
needles. Moxa is a herb that can be burnt when rolled into a 'cigar' and
used to warm the skin.
How often will I need treatment?
Every individual is unique. As a result the number of recommended treatments
will vary with each person and their problem. However, experience has
shown that something like a frozen shoulder can benefit after only one
treatment, while a long standing problem like arthritis will require a
course of treatments.
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