On The Pulse Clinics

12/02/2026

Many people leave medical appointments with information. They know the name of the diagnosis, the test result, or the outline of a treatment plan.
But once they’re home, many still feel unsure what it actually means for daily life.
Being told something is “stable” or “manageable” doesn’t always answer the real questions: What can I safely do? What should I watch for? How much can I plan?
Understanding often comes later, in the days and weeks between appointments, when real life resumes and decisions have to be made.
I’ve written a short article about why information isn’t the same as understanding, and why feeling oriented matters so much when living with chronic or unresolved health issues.
You can read it here: https://onthepulse.clinic/articles/why-information-isnt-the-same-as-understanding

20/01/2026

Over New Year’s, my fifteen-year-old Labrador developed acute idiopathic vestibular disease.
I wrote a personal reflection on that experience, on recovery, and on what our animals quietly teach us about care and presence.
You can read it here.

👉https://onthepulse.clinic/articles/idiopathic-vestibular-disease-lived-experience

10/11/2025

🫀 Ever feel your heart flutter, race, or skip a beat?
You’re not alone. Many people experience these symptoms, and even when your doctor says it’s nothing dangerous, it can still feel unsettling.

At On the Pulse Clinic in South County Dublin, I work with people who want to feel calmer and more in control of their heart health.
Using Chinese herbal medicine, I help support heart rhythm, reduce anxiety, and improve energy and sleep. This can be especially helpful when symptoms are linked to stress.

This approach works alongside your usual medical care. It is gentle, tailored, and often leads to a noticeable improvement in quality of life.
🌿 Many clients report:
✔ Fewer palpitations or flutters
✔ Better sleep
✔ A more stable mood and outlook
✔ Feeling supported, not dismissed
You do not need to wait until something gets worse to take care of your heart.
🫀 Read more in the latest blog:
👉 https://onthepulse.clinic/articles/chinese-herbs-irregular-heartbeat

Explore how Chinese herbal medicine may support irregular heartbeat symptoms like skipped beats, poor sleep, and anxiety. Available in South County Dublin.

30/10/2025

Living with a chronic or life-limiting illness can feel like a full-time job.
There are no days off, no holidays from managing symptoms, side effects, medications, and the emotions that come with it all. Even when you travel, the “job” comes with you.
It’s not just the physical side of illness that wears you down. Appetite changes, energy fades, and sometimes even preparing a healthy meal feels too much. You try to protect the people you love from your truth, while feeling the weight of their worry. Then there’s the social side, the invitations that start to feel like obligations, the sympathetic head tilt, and the wish to just be the old you again.
That’s why supportive care matters.
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can’t change a diagnosis, but they can change how it feels to live with it. Treatments help your body rest, ease fatigue, improve sleep, reduce pain, and calm the nervous system that has been running on alert for too long.
Sometimes, an hour on the treatment table is the first time your body remembers what it feels like to relax.

If this sounds familiar, you can read the full article here:
👉 https://onthepulse.clinic/articles/acupuncture-for-chronic-illness-easing-the-daily-strain

17/10/2025

You can live an active, healthy life and still develop osteoarthritis. It’s not failure, and it’s not just wear and tear.
Chronic stress quietly alters how your body repairs itself, creating the perfect conditions for inflammation and pain.
Regular acupuncture helps reverse that pattern — reducing pain, improving movement and calming both body and mind.

👉 onthepulse.clinic/articles/osteoarthritis-stress-acupuncture

Discover how acupuncture supports recovery from osteoarthritis by reducing pain, inflammation and stress. Calm physiology restores joint mobility and long-term quality of life.

08/10/2025

When the body forgets how to regulate, symptoms appear.
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine revealed that our immune system has its own peacekeepers — cells that remind it when to stop fighting. Traditional Chinese Medicine has always understood this idea: that lasting health depends on the body’s ability to self-regulate.
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can help calm inflammation, improve energy, and support recovery by helping the body restore its natural rhythm.
In my clinic, I’ve seen how this approach can transform daily life for people with autoimmune conditions. One client with Crohn’s disease regained her strength and returned to the activities she loved after years of fatigue.
🌿 Your body knows how to heal. We help it to remember.
Read more here:
👉 onthepulse.clinic/articles/acupuncture-herbal-medicine-autoimmune-support

Learn how acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can support immune regulation and improve fatigue, digestion, and quality of life in autoimmune conditions such as Crohn’s and rheumatoid arthritis.

02/10/2025

Broken sleep, stress, or constant worry can leave your body running on empty. Acupuncture helps calm the nervous system so you can truly rest. Even one session can make a difference, but starting with two in the same week often helps the benefits last longer.

Give your body the reset it needs – read the full article here: https://onthepulse.clinic/articles/restful-sleep-essential-for-health

Discover how acupuncture supports deep relaxation, reduces stress, and improves sleep. Learn why starting with two sessions in the same week can make the benefits last longer.

22/09/2025

Feeling stressed?
Acupuncture can help you feel calmer and more at ease — without the fear of big, painful needles.
Unlike the needles used for injections or blood tests, acupuncture needles are hair-fine and designed to gently stimulate your body. This stimulation encourages the nervous system to release natural stress-relievers like endorphins and enkephalins, while also improving blood flow to the areas that need it most.
I know many people are nervous about trying acupuncture for the first time. But in my clinical experience, it is very rare not to see some reduction in stress or pain after a first session. Most people are surprised by how much better they feel in themselves when they leave.

Acupuncture has been part of healthcare in the West for decades and is supported by evidence for stress, pain, and fatigue. It is safe, effective, and evidence-informed.

📍 On the Pulse Clinic, South County Dublin
📞 086 811 9534
🌐 onthepulse.clinic

Discover how acupuncture reduces stress, calms the nervous system, and supports pain relief. Safe, effective, and evidence-informed care in South County Dublin.

19/09/2025

16/09/2025

Struggling with back pain after 50? You’re not alone. A major new study has shown that acupuncture can improve mobility and reduce pain in older adults -> safely, and without the side effects of medication.

Back surgery is not always the best option, and painkillers can take their toll as we age. Acupuncture is a powerful, drug-free way to support healthy ageing and stay active.

Read more here: onthepulse.clinic/blogs/http/wwwonthepulseclinic/blog-3

New research shows acupuncture helps older adults with chronic back pain move better and rely less on medication. Learn why surgery isn’t always the answer and why access in Ireland should expand.

09/09/2025

🌸 Trying to Conceive with Endometriosis? You're Not Alone.
Endometriosis can make fertility feel like an uphill battle, from pain and hormonal disruption to scar tissue that interferes with implantation.
But there is natural, supportive care available.
At On the Pulse Clinic in South Dublin, we combine acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to help reduce inflammation, regulate hormones, and support natural conception or IVF success.
If you or someone you care about is navigating this path, this blog may offer a helpful perspective.
👉 onthepulse.clinic/blogs/http/wwwonthepulseclinic/blog-2

💬 We're here to answer questions and support your journey.

Discover how acupuncture and Chinese herbs can calm inflammation, support implantation, and improve conception outcomes for those with endometriosis.