Acupuncture for ski injury

Acupuncture for ski injury 

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The patient

Female patient developed left hip pain after a fall during skiing session. Hip was very painful with walking and felt sore to the touch.

The treatment

Patient took a rest day from skiing and received two sessions of acupuncture.

Outcome

The pain on the hip was gone completely the following morning and the patient was able to skiing again normally for the remaining 2 days of her trip.

Acupuncture for sports injury - shoulder, forearm

Acupuncture for sports injury - shoulder, forearm

The patient

40 years old Graphic designer. Trains 4 times a week in the gym as well as weekly military fitness training. Enjoys up to 6 cups of coffee a day. 

Presenting symptoms

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- Tight shoulder

- Pain in right forearm 

- Pins and needles in arms and hands

- Compromised grip
- Lethargic 
- Psoriasis on hands and body

Treatment and advice

Weekly sessions of acupuncture. Advised patient to cut down on the amount of coffee gradually. 

Outcome

After 3 session of acupuncture, patient reported the following improvements: 

- Elbow pain: 7 to 3 out of 10 
- Shoulder pain: 6 to 3 out of 10
- Pins and needles: 7 to 2 out of 10
- Noticeable improvement on psoriasis

Patient testimonial

"After my normal treatments for a weight training injury were unsuccessful I decided to try acupuncture. After my first session I felt an immediate improvement which continued with each visit. Ivy was very knowledgeable and had some great dietary advice which has improved my psoriasis also"

If you would like further information on this blog or to discuss any conditions you would like to be treated, please do not hesitate to contact me via email ivyxxu@xuclinic.co.uk.

Acupuncture for sports injury- ankle

Patient: 

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Screen play writer in his 40s. Plays in a Sunday football league.

Testimonial:

"I was a skeptic but now I’m an acupuncture convert. 

I suffered knee ligament injury as a result of a car accident. I’m a keen sportsman (I play football and compete in triathlons), the resulting ligament pain meant I could only do light training. I tried everything - I had physio, I took pain killers, I wore a knee brace; but the persistent irritation remained. After 6 years, a friend recommended I try acupuncture. I had three sessions and miraculously I’ve never had pain in that knee again. I can’t explain it. I have no idea how it worked, but it did. 

Ten years on, I rolled my ankle playing football and, despite doing endless physio, a burning pain defied everything. The reason seemed inexplicable, even an MRI failed to identify the cause. However, I finally went to see Ivy and guess what? Now, having treated it with acupuncture in conjunction with rehabilitative physio, I hope to return to playing this month. My only wish is I’d done it earlier 

I don’t know if somewhere deep inside me a skepticism remains, but I won’t make the same mistake next time. Thank you, Ivy."

If you would like further information on this blog or to discuss any conditions you would like to be treated, please do not hesitate to contact me via email ivyxxu@xuclinic.co.uk.

Acupuncture for stiff neck & shoulder developed over night

Patient: 

34 years old male hockey team captain playing in the first division South London league. 

Presenting symptoms:

Patient developed very stiff neck and shoulder after a bad night's sleep. Limited range of movements of the head and shoulder.

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Outcome: 

After one sessions of acupuncture treatment, patient reported a marked improvement in pain reduction and immediate relaxation of the shoulder area. 

Dietary & lifestyle advice:

Skip the weekend game to allow the body to recover. Pay attention to posture and carry out a desktop assessment at work.

Ivy's thoughts:

Acupuncture can be a very effective treatment method for acute conditions like this. Preventative methods include try not to sleep near an open window at night and stay from air conditioning vents at work.

If you would like further information on this blog or to discuss any conditions you would like to be treated, please do not hesitate to contact me via email ivyxxu@xuclinic.co.uk.