Practitioners
Shelley Hickson
Shelley has been practising Traditional Chinese Medicine since 1985, having graduated from the NSW College of Natural Therapies in Sydney, Australia. After practising in Auckland for three years, Shelley moved back to Hawke's Bay with her family in 1989 and established Acupuncture Havelock North. The practice was extended in 2002 when the Hastings Health Centre was opened and Shelley established a clinic within the Centre.
In 2013 the clinics were renamed Acupuncture Heretaunga to reflect the ongoing care between the two sites. Shelley is a member of Acupuncture New Zealand, has previously been on the executive committee for several years, is an Independent Advisor for Health and Disability, and has been an expert court witness for acupuncture and natural therapies.
Trudi Collins
Trudi practices from our Havelock North clinic. She has been working within Hawke's Bay for many years, and brings her expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine and an interest in Functional Medicine to the practice. Trudi was formerly the regional representative to Acupuncture New Zealand and is on the executive committee for Acupuncture Now Foundation NZ. Trudi adds to her treatment the use of Tuning Forks and Singing Bowl where appropriate.
Chelsea Wright
After graduating her BHSc in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2013, Chelsea joined our team at Acupuncture Heretaunga. Prior to joining the Practice, Chelsea gained two years experience working under Dr Debra Betts PhD. at the Lower Hutt Hospital in the first Acupuncture Pregnancy clinic. She has carried this passion for fertility and pregnancy care through to the Practice here in Hawkes Bay. Chelsea is a registered ACC provider and has extensive experience working with musculoskeletal conditions and rehabilitation.
Chelsea has a young family and is the Managing Director of the Hastings Clinic.
Lee cooper
Lee, is an acupuncture student in her final year at the New Zealand School of Acupunture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
She takes a whole picture view of a persons needs and exercises a logical and warm approach to applying suitable modalities specific to you, the unique individual. Lee treats with needles, cupping, moxa, gua sha, massage or a combination of these directed to what is appropriate. If required, she will recommend takeaway exercises and or nutritional suggestions to encourage self-reliance at home, working towards wellness and balance.
Lee will be available on a Thursday
Treatment cost with Lee $25 per session.
To book an appointment with Lee, please call the Havelock North clinic at 06 877 5777 or text Lee on 0276062593
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Together we can offer over 75 years of combined experience within the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Our clinic prides itself in providing a nurturing, safe and welcoming place to come for all your health requirements.
All our practitioners have had a minimum of 4 years study in Traditional Chinese Medicine, have completed over 500 supervised clinical hours prior to commencing practice, each year complete continuing education required by our register, and all are registered as ACC treatment providers and are vaccinated against Covid19.
All of our practitioners are members of Acupuncture New Zealand, the national register of Acupuncturists.
Havelock North
Phone
Fax
(06) 877 2197
Location
68 Te Mata Rd
Havelock North
Hours
8am - 6pm
Monday - Friday
Do not take good health as granted. [Just as one] should not forget danger in times of peace, try to prevent the coming of diease beforehand.
Sun Simiao, 7th Century CE
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) developed over a period of 5000 years, and has been written for the past 2000 years. Acupuncture needles were found in archeological diggings dating from the Shang Dynasty c1000BC. The classics, which are still studied today, were completed by the 4th Century.
Basic Theory of TCM
TCM is based upon the theory of Qi (chee, energy) and Blood flowing smoothly through the body. Both the Qi and Blood should be of good quality to ensure and maintain optimum health. The theme of 'balance' occurs repeatedly within the theory of TCM - Yin/Yang, Hot/Cold, Internal/External, Excessive/Deficient.
Treatment
A complete history is taken.
This consists of:
noting how the patient looks - face, body, skin colour
palpation of various body sites
taking the pulse
looking at the tongue
questioning
any relevant history
From this a TCM diagnosis is made and the patient is treated according to the principles relevant to that particular problem.
Methods of Treatment
A treatment may consist of :
Acupuncture
The insertion of very fine stainless steel needles in specific points on the body. Painless, sterile, and very safe in our experienced hands. These are retained for 20 - 45 minutes. It is an extremely restful process, and many people sleep during this time.
Dry Needling
Another name for the ancient tradition of inserting acupuncture needles into specific sites. Usually into what we call Ah Shi points. Retention is of shorter duration, and should be painless. This method is part of our 4 years of study, and incorporates the full theory of where and why we use this method.
Herbal Medicine
The prescription of Chinese Herbs where applicable. Usually taken in pill form. All care is taken with the safety of dosage, prescription and relevant herbs required.
Moxibustion
This can be used in several forms. As a stick, on the end of needles (warming needle), and in a moxa box. Moxabustion consists of the burning of the herb Artemisia Vulgaris to provide warmth and promote healing to certain areas.
Cupping
Glass or silicon cups are applied to the chosen points on the body using suction. They can also be moved along certain areas (sliding cupping). Bruising may occur, which is harmless, painless and constitutes part of the body’s healing mechanism.
Electro-Acupuncture
The attachment of nodes to the needles which emit a mild current. The current is adjusted to suit the condition. It is often used to stimulate the appropriate muscles to help relieve pain.
Tui Na
A form of chinese massage which has been used for centuries.
Gua Sha
An alternative to cupping, where an implement is used to stimulate the skin. Bruising may occur, but once again it is not painful and is considered part of the healing process. It can be used for muscle skeletal issues, and also for internal problems such as a cold to help alleviate symptoms.
Dietary Advice
Based on the Tradtional Chinese Medicine philosophy and appropriate to the condition presented.
What can be treated?
Disorders successfully treated by Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine;
Musculo-Skeletal - All injuries, sprains and strains. Post operative nerve pain. Sciatica. All practitioners in this clinic are ACC registered.
Gynaecology - PMS, Menopause symptoms, Irregular periods, painful periods, all gynecological issues.
Fertility - Assistance in preparation for conception.
Pregnancy - Morning sickness, malposition of the baby, pregnancy related aches, pains and disorders, preparation for labour.
Post Natal - Lactation deficiency, well-being following birth of baby.
Childhood - Bedwetting, coughs and colds, anxiety, nightmares, headaches.
Adults - Headaches, migraines, sinus, hay fever, digestive disorders, asthma, coughs and colds, hypertension, shingles, low spirits/depression, anxiety, weight loss, Bell's Palsy, post stroke.
Cancer - Treatment is available for the symptoms of cancer, and as support whenundergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
Maintenance of Health - Treatment is usually given about once a month to help maintain wellbeing and address any issue which may arise in the early stages. Consider it as a WOF and service. We often treat our cars better than ourselves.
A treatment is a well worthwhile treat .
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a complete system, and is able to treat most medical conditions.
Some conditions that people have asked for treatment for include Infertility, Menstrual Flow Regulation, Arthritis, Mental Disorders and Regulation of Blood Pressure.
Appointments
All treatment is by appointment made either by calling or booked online and is carried out in a private, caring and relaxing atmosphere.
Havelock North
Phone
Fax
(06) 877 2197
Location
68 Te Mata Rd
Havelock North
Hours
8am - 6pm
Monday - Friday
Additional Services
Acupuncture Heretaunga are now pleased to be offering Carb Choice, a personalised genetic profile report which shows your individual response to starch from carbohydrates.
How your body processes starch carbohydrates plays an important role in weight management, diabetes, gluten intolerance, dental decay and other everyday health and wellbeing issues. There is more than one type of carbohydrate but do you know which are best for you? The Carb Choice genetic test takes the guess work out, and helps you to make informed dietary choices based on your individual genetic make up.
Once you have completed a Carb Choice test and received the results, Trudi will help you with dietary and lifestyle advice that is specific to you. If you're curious and would like further information about this, please contact Trudi via the Havelock North clinic.