Watford Acupuncture clinic
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Andre Motuz (BScHons, LicAc, MBAcC)
is a member of the British Acupuncture Council, practicing since 2008. He graduated from the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine and also practices Toyohari Meridian Therapy (non-invasive) Japanese Acupuncture. Andre combines other therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is fully licensed & insured. |
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What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient method of healing used to achieve and maintain balance - equilibrium - within our bodies. Where there is illness or pain, there is usually an imbalance or stagnation in the body that can be traced to the flow of blood & qi (energy / vitality). Acupuncture works by correcting this imbalance and readjusting the flow of blood and qi, so where there is vacuity it adjusts the flow to enhance vitality and where there is an excess, it tempers it. When most people think of acupuncture, they think of acupuncture with needles. However, acupuncturists should also have other tools at disposal to bring sustainable balance to their patients quality of life. You can learn more about these tools from reading this site, but they include:
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The tools to be used will depend on your specific needs as an individual because we all know; one size does not truly fit all. Treatment plan will be unique - created especially for you.
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Is Acupuncture safe? Acupuncture is safe and generally painless. All needless are sterilised and only used once. In most cases, where needles are used, they are gently inserted into key points called “meridians”. You may feel a slight sensation at the point where a needle is inserted but generally, the sensations you feel overall as the flow of blood & qi in your body shifts will be quite welcome and relaxing. If you are concerned about pain or have a fear of needles, it is important that we discuss this in our introductory session. Personally, I prefer the Japanese techniques for acupuncture which rely on gentle and shallow insertion methods and an emphasis on treatment using moxa. |
Toyohari 'Non-Insertive' needles
The treatment works best if you are calm and relaxed and the beauty of acupuncture is that we as practitioners can apply a variety of techniques, some of which do not require use of an 'insertive' needle at all, like Toyohari Meridian Therapy (which works on the surface of the skin).
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How does acupuncture work? Acupuncture works by adjusting the flow of “meridians”. Meridians are often compared to a system of roads and motorways that connect a country, or like the internet, that connect all computers and servers. The 12 meridians in our body connect the internal organs with each other and it is through these channels that the flow of blood and qi can be adjusted. The acupuncturist can identify problems with the flow of blood and qi and monitor the adjustment by checking the pulse of the radial artery and improvement of lustre/vitality through abdominal palpation. |
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When will I be healed / cured?
The body has a natural ability to heal itself unless it is diminished by the environment: lifestyle, stress, physical accidents and even environmental pollution. During the acupuncture treatment, my intention is to provide a treatment that will address your constitutional imbalance which is also called root treatment. This itself is often known to dissolve the symptomatic presentation. To understand this better, we can use the example of what happens when an emergency occurs on a plane – the mother (root) is the one to first take an oxygen mask as only then will she be able to support the child (symptom) better! After the root treatment – we will help relieve the remaining symptoms. Acupuncture nourishes the body gradually. Just as it takes more than one attempt to learn to swim, similarly it takes several sessions for the body to harmonise and reach its balancing potential. That is why generally after 3-4 sessions we can re-assess and modify the treatment plan. Be aware that true healing occurs not when the symptoms disappear – but when the body has enough energetic reserves (vitality, qi, immune system) and is able to ward off anything standing in the way of mental / emotional and physical health. This is an important component of recovery and a journey where you are coached towards taking back control of your own health and wellbeing. |
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Japanese Acupuncture Toyohari Watford
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British Acupuncture Council Member Watford
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Testimonials
"This summer I had a persistent secondary bacterial chest infection. After four weeks of bringing up a copious amount of yellow phlegm and being unwilling to take antibiotics, I decided to go for acupuncture with Andre.
I woke up the next day without the usual productive cough and the day after I was completely back to normal! Practicing Western Acupuncture myself, I understand most conditions require at least six sessions and I must say I am most impressed with Andre’s skills though. I can warmly recommend him."
Christina Carlsen, Chartered Physiotherapist, Radlett
"I`ve experienced a treatment with Andre in the fields of Acupuncture and Cognitive Therapy and, I must say, it improved my life in ways I can't even explain. Having the support of a well-qualified professional gave me the strength and conviction that I needed to heal. He also helped me to gain the self-knowledge I required to take key decisions in my life. His treatment had a great effect on my life. I went from being in a state of self-harming to a stable state. Andre’s guidance has also helped me to establish a balanced and nurturing relationship with my partner. Together, we could revisit many aspects of my life, such as my career and self-image. Through acupuncture, I could reach the emotional balance which I was so much struggling to keep. It required a great deal of hard work and it didn't come easily. However, with his guidance and treatments, I experienced a huge improvement on my overall health and quality of life."
Elizabeth H., Design - UFMG, Brighton
"After I had been diagnosed with pneumonia I had a long treatment with 3 sets of different antibiotics, but I didn’t get any better. Then I decided to take an acupuncture session with Andre. Within a few sessions I started to feel better, the cough disappeared, the burning in my lungs reduced and my sinus issue disappeared too! After about two months and five sessions of acupuncture, I was completely recovered.
My overall health improved as well. I started to have more energy and felt more positive. Since then, which is about a year now, I have not gotten any infections – which is unusual – so I am confident that my immune system has become stronger.
Now I am sure that Acupuncture is the best way to keep our health and mind in good condition. My case is good proof of that. The treatments also helped me to get pregnant. Before I started acupuncture I was trying to get pregnant for a long time, but then during the course of acupuncture with Andre, I felt naturally pregnant with my second baby.
I would like to recommend Andre to all of my friends and family. He is very knowledgeable, professional and enthusiastic about acupuncture. He also has extensive knowledge of diet, and his dietary advice complimented my treatment. I can always count on him as he is always willing to help. I would never go back to western medical treatment after I discovered Andre’s acupuncture and his dietary knowledge."
Mum to be – G P., St Albans
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I woke up the next day without the usual productive cough and the day after I was completely back to normal! Practicing Western Acupuncture myself, I understand most conditions require at least six sessions and I must say I am most impressed with Andre’s skills though. I can warmly recommend him."
Christina Carlsen, Chartered Physiotherapist, Radlett
"I`ve experienced a treatment with Andre in the fields of Acupuncture and Cognitive Therapy and, I must say, it improved my life in ways I can't even explain. Having the support of a well-qualified professional gave me the strength and conviction that I needed to heal. He also helped me to gain the self-knowledge I required to take key decisions in my life. His treatment had a great effect on my life. I went from being in a state of self-harming to a stable state. Andre’s guidance has also helped me to establish a balanced and nurturing relationship with my partner. Together, we could revisit many aspects of my life, such as my career and self-image. Through acupuncture, I could reach the emotional balance which I was so much struggling to keep. It required a great deal of hard work and it didn't come easily. However, with his guidance and treatments, I experienced a huge improvement on my overall health and quality of life."
Elizabeth H., Design - UFMG, Brighton
"After I had been diagnosed with pneumonia I had a long treatment with 3 sets of different antibiotics, but I didn’t get any better. Then I decided to take an acupuncture session with Andre. Within a few sessions I started to feel better, the cough disappeared, the burning in my lungs reduced and my sinus issue disappeared too! After about two months and five sessions of acupuncture, I was completely recovered.
My overall health improved as well. I started to have more energy and felt more positive. Since then, which is about a year now, I have not gotten any infections – which is unusual – so I am confident that my immune system has become stronger.
Now I am sure that Acupuncture is the best way to keep our health and mind in good condition. My case is good proof of that. The treatments also helped me to get pregnant. Before I started acupuncture I was trying to get pregnant for a long time, but then during the course of acupuncture with Andre, I felt naturally pregnant with my second baby.
I would like to recommend Andre to all of my friends and family. He is very knowledgeable, professional and enthusiastic about acupuncture. He also has extensive knowledge of diet, and his dietary advice complimented my treatment. I can always count on him as he is always willing to help. I would never go back to western medical treatment after I discovered Andre’s acupuncture and his dietary knowledge."
Mum to be – G P., St Albans
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Acupuncture
Watford, Radlett, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Borehamwood, Rickmansworth, London |
CONDITIONS TREATED
Acupuncture can treat the root cause of Back pain, Arthritis, Stress, Infertility, Insomnia, Sports injuries, Addictions, Digestive disorders, PMS, Migraines & Headaches, High Blood Pressure, Chemo Side Effects, Joint Pain, Skin Issues and many other conditions. |