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with Dan Thompson
Acupuncture and Physical Therapy.
Covering the Southend on Sea and Leigh on Sea area
Contacts 
Dan qualifed as a Shiatsu Practitioner at the end of 2006 with the British School of Shiatsu-Do and qualified with distinctions in TCM acupuncture along with Auricular, Wrist and Ankle at the International Bodyharmonics School, under the tutelage of renouned western expert and governmental advisor on acupuncture, Maria Mercati. Dan is a member of ACuC (AcuTherapy Council) register of practitioners, Microsystems Acupuncture and Shiatsu Society. As a registered member your acupuncturist adheres to a strict code of safe practice which demands stringent standards of hygiene.
Dan Practises at Shambhala Studios in Leigh on Sea, Essex. He has been interested in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) for several years. His passion for Chinese Medicine and body mechanics originates from his studies in the martial arts. Dan would love to make the community more aware of the effectiveness of applied Chinese medicine through bodywork and Acupuncture. Dan has treated many different conditions such as Infertility, Menapausal Symptoms, MS, Depression, Structural complaints, Migraines, ME and has worked with the Proteus Syndrome Foundation UK, to assist in treating problems caused by Proteus Syndrome. Dan is available for Workshops, Seminars and Treatments.
Training:
British School of Shiatsu Essex
British School of Shiatsu London
Acupuncture at BodyHarmonics UK with Distinctions
WAA Acupuncture MicroSystems
Auricular Acupuncture MicroSystems
Battlefield Acupuncture MicroSystems
Electro-Acupuncture BodyHarmonics
Cosmestic Acupuncture
Shin Tai at British School Shiatsu
Acupuncture Acupuncture
Acupuncture may be used to treat a wide range
of problems including:
Sports injuries
Aches & pains
Back, neck and shoulder pain
Knee and hip pain
Frozen shoulder
Stress, tension & depression
Insomnia
Digestive problems
Infertility
Menstrual problems
Blood pressure
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and Fibromyalgia (FM)
Acupuncture is the insertion of solid disposable needles into accurate, specific acu-points along the energy channels to systematically balance and harmonise the flow and functions of the intrinsic energies (chi) of the human body. This is fundamental to the practice of acupuncture in chinese medicine for treatment, disease prevention or maintenance of health. Acupuncture has a very complex theoretical framework based on a NATURE and NURTURE physiological process (the checks and balances within nature and its various movements and processes). Acupuncture is used to promote this natural system. Acupuncture has been used in the Orient for healing for some 3,000 years. In Chinese medicine. Part of the treatment involves taking a detailed case history of the patient about their lifestyle and health issues. The pulse will be taken and the tongue observed so the therapist can build a complete picture of the client and their condition. Needles are then inserted into the appropriate points. The use of Electro -Acupuncture may be used to treat chronic pain syndromes, or in cases where the chi is difficult to stimulate
Shiatsu Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a traditional Oriental form of Bodywork Therapy that utilises physical manipulation to help harmonises the Mind, Body and Spirit. It merges Western anatomy and physiology knowledge with ancient Oriental medical philosophy and is applied by using various techniques, such as pressure, holding and stretching. If appropriate more dynamic rotations of the joints and stretching the limbs may be needed to ease out stiffness and stimulate the body's fascial net and energetic functions. Shiatsu stimulates the body's own healing process. Chi flows throughout the body in a series of channels called meridians. For many different reasons Qi can stop flowing freely, which can cause signs and symptoms of ill health.
Fascia, Meridians and Acupoints are used to restore vitality, flexibility and organ
function.
Common conditions which may be helped by Shiatsu include:
Musco-skeletal Conditions
Sports Injuries
Postural Corrections
stress
wellbeing
helps aid sleep
Your Shiatsu practitioner will consider your state of health, the symptoms you are experiencing and, depending on your constitution and general energy levels, will use a variety of techniques to improve your energy flow. These may include gentle holding, pressing with palms, thumbs, fingers, elbows, knees and feet on the meridians and, when appropriate, more dynamic rotations and stretches.
FRA Said to be the secret beauty weapon of a number of A-list stars including Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow and Demi Moore, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a cheaper and safer alternative to Botox and cosmetic surgery. The procedure can help reduce under eye bags, crow's feet, jowls and wrinkles caused by ageing and stress.
In a session lasting around 40 minutes, very fine, sterile needles are inserted into acupuncture points on the face which boost circulation, help the lymphatic system drain away toxins and stimulates the production of new collagen. Needles are placed strategically to tighten sagging muscles at the jaw, neck, and smile lines. The needles are gently stimulated by an electrical current and treatment concludes with a face massage.
The overall effect is to increase blood flow, the skin tightens and becomes smoother in appearance, fine lines may be entirely erased, deeper lines reduced, and bags around the neck and eyes firmed.
Other positive side effects of the treatment include stress reduction, removal of sinus congestion, and a reduction in acne.
Specifically after treatment you may notice:
• More radiant skin
• Disappearance of fine lines
• Smoothing of deep lines
• Fading of age spots
• Reduction of frown lines
• Tightening of pores and brightening of the eyes
• Lifting of sagging skin, puffy or droopy eyelids
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is far less costly than cosmetic surgery and it's safe, virtually painless and has no side effects or risk of disfigurement. Unlike surgery that may have an extended recovery period with swelling and discoloration, there is no trauma with Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture. While it cannot reshape your nose or chin, it is a more subtle rejuvenation that takes years off the face safely and naturally while improving overall health.A course of treatments in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture usually consists of 10 weekly sessions. Following the initial course of treatment, maintenance sessions can prolong the results for five to ten years.
TESTIMONIALS "Dan'’s treatments reflect his compassion, kindness and his genuine desire to help people; his enthusiasm for Shiatsu and acupuncture is inspiring. I have found his treatments to be deeply relaxing and nurturing, and always come away feeling more centered, often having found out something new about myself. Shiatsu is an incredible form of bodywork, the effects of which are far-reaching; I highly recommend it to everyone. "
Carolyn Higgs - Yoga Instructor
"I first went to see Dan after getting kicked by my pony a year previous. It had caused nerve damage and was causing a great deal of pain and affecting my performance in the show ring. I had acupuncture, cupping therapy and massage over a month which hugely relieved pain in the area I was kicked and also other areas of my body which had been affected. It worked so well the next show I competed at my body was so relaxed I won the championship! That was almost a year ago now and I have had no pain from the injury since and would recommend treatment with Dan to anyone."
Jo Hooker - Head Groom
"Great benefit from initial session. Tremendous sense of "at last someone understands the problem" from an empathic practitioner. Dan is very sympathetic to "needle fear" with acupuncture and gently encourages and inspires confidence. Well worth every penny, I feel confident that I am now addressing a problem of over thirty yers standing."
Joy from Rochford
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