Poke Acupuncture

29/12/2025

26/11/2025

Common Causes of Back Pain

Think of that sharp pain when you roll over in bed, or the deep ache across your lower back when standing — those are classic signs of some of these issues. 😣🛏️💨

24/11/2025

Have you noticed your shoulder pain getting worse lately? Maybe it started as a tiny ache that you didn’t think much about.

18/11/2025

If you’ve been waking at night with numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands, you might be experiencing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) — a common condition that affects many people who use their hands repetitively or spend long hours typing, sewing, gardening, or doing other hand-intensive activities.

10/11/2025

💆‍♀️💫 Wondering if acupuncture is covered by your private health fund?

Good news — YES it is! 🙌

At Poke Acupuncture, both acupuncture 🪡 and cupping 🔥 are covered by private health funds 🏥

💳 Plus, we offer on-the-spot rebates, so you’ll only pay the gap! 💰

Got questions? 🤔

📞 Reach out today — we’re always happy to help! 💬💚

02/11/2025

What Is Sciatica? 🦵⚡

Sciatica is a type of pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve — the largest nerve in your body. This nerve runs from your lower back, through your hips and buttocks, and down each leg.

Sciatic pain happens when the nerve roots that form the sciatic nerve become pinched, irritated, or compressed.

👉 Common causes of sciatica include:

Herniated (Slipped) Disc: The most common cause — when the soft inner part of a spinal disc pushes through its outer layer and presses on the nerve root.

Bone Spurs (Osteophytes): Extra bone growth on the spine can narrow the space where the nerve passes, leading to compression.

Spinal Stenosis: A narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back that puts pressure on the spinal cord and sciatic nerve roots.

Spondylolisthesis: When one vertebra slips forward over another, potentially pinching the nerve.

Piriformis Syndrome: When the piriformis muscle (deep in the buttocks) tightens or spasms, irritating the sciatic nerve.

If you’re dealing with persistent back or leg pain, it’s always a good idea to get it checked out — early care can make a big difference! 💪

31/10/2025

Acupuncture For Sciatic Pain
Relieve Pain, Move Freely!

29/10/2025

💫 How Can Acupuncture Help with Sciatic Pain? 💫

That deep ache, burning, or shooting pain that runs from your lower back down your leg can make even simple things — walking, sitting, or sleeping — feel like hard work.

Acupuncture offers a drug free way to ease that discomfort by:
🌿 Reducing inflammation around the sciatic nerve
🌿 Releasing tight muscles in the back and hips that might compress the nerve
🌿 Improving circulation and healing
🌿 Calming the body’s pain response

Many people tell us they’d “tried everything” before finding relief through acupuncture — and are so grateful to finally move and sleep with more ease again.

If sciatic pain has been slowing you down, you don’t have to put up with it. 💕
Acupuncture can help your body find balance, comfort, and freedom again.

📍Poke Acupuncture, Port Macquarie
💬 Message us to learn more or book a session

27/10/2025

Can Acupuncture Help with Osteoarthritis?

Absolutely! 🌿 We help people just like you manage osteoarthritis every day. Our treatments can help reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation — making it easier to move and get back to doing the things you love, comfortably and confidently.

✨Inquire today to learn more about how we can help!

23/10/2025

🛏️ Shoulder & Upper Arm Pain Tip #2

🙅‍♂️ Avoid Sleeping On The Sore Side!

If lying on your painful shoulder makes it worse or wakes you up at night 🌙 — don’t ignore it!

This could mean there's inflammation in your shoulder, like bursitis or a swollen tendon. Putting your body weight on it adds pressure 🧱, which can increase inflammation and pain.

👍 Try sleeping on your back or the opposite side.
You might roll over in your sleep, but even a little extra rest for that shoulder can go a long way 🛌🌟

21/10/2025

💡 Shoulder & Upper Arm Pain Tip #1

👉 Keep it moving — but don’t push into pain!
If you're dealing with shoulder pain, it’s important to stay active 🏃‍♀️ — just make sure you’re moving within a pain-free range.

✅ Gentle movement = good
❌ Pushing through pain = not good
Why? Keeping your shoulder moving helps prevent a more serious issue called frozen shoulder ❄️, but forcing it through painful motions can actually make things worse.

Stick to movements that feel comfortable — your shoulder will heal faster and stay happier in the long run! 💚