Long Covid
   

Acupuncture has been shown to be an effective treatment for the symptoms of Long Covid. According to Chinese medical theory, the reason for the varying degree of symptoms experienced is due to the individuals state of health when catching the virus, and the level of resources available to fight the virus. These include Qi (energy), fluids (blood, digestive fluids, hormones) and Kidney Yang. When the body is unable to expel the pathogen fully, it tries to store the virus in an area it deems safest. This then creates symptoms. In acupuncture we are able to locate where in the body the virus is being stored (through questioning, tongue and pulse), and then work with that channel as well as supporting and strengthening overall resources in order to to push the pathogen out.