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Preparing for IVF in Christchurch?
When you’re preparing for IVF or a frozen embryo transfer (FET), every step counts. The journey can feel overwhelming, and many people wonder if there’s anything more they can do to support their chances of success. At Burwood Acupuncture, in Christchurch, we offer integrative fertility support—combining acupuncture, traditional Chinese herbal medicine, and lifestyle guidance. Research shows that these therapies can play a valuable role in supporting reproductive health, reducing stress, and improving outcomes when used alongside IVF.
Understanding Health Insurance & ACC Coverage for Acupuncture in New Zealand
Acupuncture is increasingly recognised in New Zealand as a safe, evidence-informed therapy for a wide range of health concerns—musculoskeletal pain, stress, fertility, migraines, and more. But one of the most common questions we hear at the clinic is:
“Can I claim acupuncture through my health insurance or ACC?”
The answer is: often, yes—but the details depend on the type of cover you have, whether it’s ACC, private health insurance, or a workplace provider managing ACC claims.
This blog looks at health insurance cover for acupuncture in NZ.
🧠 Can One Acupuncture Point Treat Shoulder Pain? Classical Wisdom Meets Modern Science
Chronic shoulder pain causes pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, and disrupted sleep. While cortisone injections, anti-inflammatory medications, and some physical therapies are common treatments, they do not offer complete or lasting relief.
Acupuncture offers a time-tested and increasingly evidence-supported approach. A new clinical study provides strong evidence for a fascinating classical method: Needling a point on the opposite leg — Tiaokou (ST38) — to relieve shoulder pain.
Part 2: Burwood Acupuncture Fertility Support Blog Series
This blog is intended for those considering TCM to support their fertility journey. It is a guide to fertility acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Sole-utions for Better Health
Foot baths: the what, how, why and when.
Improve your lifestyle, improve your health.
In TCM, lifestyle modification is crucial in the prevention and treatment of disease. There are things that we can all be mindful of if we want to live longer and have a better quality of life. These things are diet, exercise, sleep, and our emotions. The advice that follows is safe for all to follow.