Acupuncture might be a treatment you’d like to try.

Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture view the immune system a little differently to Western Medicine. In TCM, the first line of defence is Wei Qi. Qi is the vital energy that the body needs to live and thrive. Wei Qi is a protective Qi that circulates just beneath the skin’s surface, regulating your immunity.

A healthy, balanced body has a strong and effective immune system. But if you are stressed, run-down, tired or depressed, your immunity may drop. This leaves you more susceptible to bacteria, viruses and other pathogens you might come across.

On the other hand, sometimes the immune system can become confused. It reacts to substances that are not a danger, such as food or pollen. This leads to problems such as hayfever, asthma and allergies. Sometimes it can even lead to an autoimmune condition. In this case, the aim is to bring the immune response back into balance.

Every acupuncture treatment is tailored to your unique situation and concerns. During your first appointment, your acupuncturist will take a detailed case history to identify factors that may be contributing to your immune concerns. Lifestyle choices, stress levels, diet and physical environment are a few of the factors you may discuss.

You will then receive a hands-on treatment that aims to provide some initial relief. This involves the insertion of fine needles into acupuncture points.

Depending on your specific case, your acupuncturist may recommend other interventions to support immunity. This may include dietary advice, Chinese herbs or gentle exercise.

PRICING Suzzanne Sunner:

Initial Consultation           60minutes     $130

Follow Up Consultation   45minutes     $100

As with all health treatments, some people may experience adverse effects. However, acupuncture is considered a generally safe modality. Our Acupuncturists are gentle, compassionate, and experienced practitioners who will take good care of you. 

Suzzanne Sunner

Suzzanne is a result focussed AHPRA registered acupuncturist who believes that the human body is always seeking balance within itself. Often, when we allow our body to become out of balance, either through lifestyle, physical trauma or psychological stresses, these imbalances manifest themselves as illness, physical complaints or dysfunction.