Hannah Bowie-Carlin : Acupuncture in Kent

10/11/2025

For acupuncture awareness week I am sharing a series of real patient experiences on what acupuncture has meant for them:

I'm Michael. I've been asked to share my experience of acupuncture.

About twenty five years ago I had severe arthritis in my thumb joint. I had cortisone injections for a while which helped but as a side effect I suffered from skin thinning. My specialist suggested discontinuing the treatment and recommended a replacement joint. I was booked in for surgery but before I had surgery a family member suggested trying acupuncture.

I had weekly treatments for about four months. Within a few weeks I was pain free, no longer crying in pain when I changed gear in my car and now after all those years I am pain free with full movement in the joint.

I have returned to having treatments again to help with my anxiety and my acupuncturist has suggested treatment to lower my blood pressure, so I am giving that a try. I'm 74 years of age.
www.isleofsheppeyacupuncture.co.uk

10/11/2025

18/10/2025

Acupuncture for Menopause symptoms

Acupuncture is increasingly recognized as a supportive therapy for managing menopause symptoms.

During menopause, hormonal fluctuations—particularly the decline in estrogen—can lead to a range of uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, insomnia, and fatigue.

Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine practice, involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow, or "qi."

Several studies have shown that acupuncture can be particularly effective in reducing the frequency and severity of hot flashes and improving sleep quality.
Additionally, by influencing the autonomic nervous system, acupuncture may help stabilize mood and alleviate anxiety or depression often associated with menopause. While it’s not a replacement for conventional medical treatment, acupuncture offers a natural, low-risk option for women seeking relief from menopausal symptoms, especially those looking to avoid or supplement hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Have a look at my blog for more information

http://www.isleofsheppeyacupuncture.co.uk/blog/8r0pqbp4ud6exgfg3vbbqmys956y4z

18/10/2025

Menopause and acupuncture

Have a look at my blog for more information

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02/10/2025

Acupuncture for knee pain was recently highlighted in The Mail on Sunday. Please see my blog for more information

www.isleofsheppeyacupuncture.co.uk/blog/s3horwit9fn8h14rk438z0qibmgoj4

29/09/2025

29/09/2025

Some great information regarding acupuncture for knee pain!
Please contact me for more details.

18/09/2025

Electro-acupuncture for shingles pain: Please see my blog for more information on how this patients shingles pain improved by 50% in the first 4 weeks of acupuncture treatment. www.isleofsheppeyacupuncture.co.uk/blog/c36l3lbydm18eprfv9xg13802ma1ly

17/09/2025

Acupuncture for Bells Palsy. Before and after photo`s from a recent patient. Please see my blog and website for more information about the incredible health benefits of acupuncture
www.isleofsheppeyacupuncture.co.uk/blog/acupuncture-for-bells-palsy