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# Mango Acupuncture

Mobile Acupuncture in Chester and the Wirral

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- [The Stones Family](https://mangoacupuncture.com/the-stones-family/) - A NATURAL PREGNANCY SUCCESS STORY Meet the Stones Family My name is Helen and I am 33 years old. I have been with my partner for 14 years and after 10 years of us working abroad, we decided to move back to the UK to settle down. I started a new job as a Recruitment
- [Denise's Story](https://mangoacupuncture.com/denises-story/) - FINDING BALANCE through the menopausal transition Where I Started I am self-employed and run my own coaching practice and love what I do. Life, in general, was pretty good though there were some areas in my life where I wasn't particularly supported. At the end of 2018, I had started experiencing insomnia brought on by
- [Joan's Story](https://mangoacupuncture.com/arthritis/) - Improving mobility in a care home setting My elderly mum has recently moved into a care home in Cheshire from her own home. She has severely reduced mobility as a result of Alzheimer's and vascular dementia combined with arthritis in her hips and knees. As well as limiting her movement, the arthritis was causing her
- [Tools for self-care](https://mangoacupuncture.com/tools-for-self-care/) - Various in-person treatments can be expensive, so I have compiled a short list of items and practises that I find useful for my own wellbeing (at a fraction of the cost of regular acupuncture sessions). I have reached out to other professionals to bring us some basic information about their trade/products, what benefits they have
- [Herbal Remedies](https://mangoacupuncture.com/herbal-remedies/) - Nin Jiom Pei Pa Koa I recommend this amazing herbal cough syrup all the time and always keep a bottle in the cupboard at home. Excellent herbal remedy for sore throats, coughs, colds, and blocked sinuses. Please read the full description and make sure it is suitable for you to take before you use it.
- [Aromatherapy](https://mangoacupuncture.com/aromatherapy/) - Kindly written by Kirsty Summerbell of Sage and Bellflower. Kirsty is a qualified aromatherapist with a special interest in supporting mental health through aromatherapy and spending time in nature. What is aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is a natural, holistic and therapeutic practice that dates back thousands of years. It involves a qualified aromatherapist using highly concentrated aromatic essential
- [Michelle's Story](https://mangoacupuncture.com/michelles_story/) - Menopause and healing from a traumatic injury Why did I chose to have acupuncture? Being a female of a "certain age" they call it, I was suffering from menopausal symptoms: Hot flushes - 20 per hour every hour of every day Not sleeping Piling on the weight , but not over eating Brain fog ….
- [Acupuncture for Fertility](https://mangoacupuncture.com/acupuncture-for-fertility/) - Infertility 1 in 7 couples have difficulty conceiving, with infertility being diagnosed when a couple can't get pregnant despite having regular unprotected sex, for at least a year. (1) The burden of infertility is equally shared between male and female factors; 40% of cases are caused by male infertility, 40% by female, 10% of cases
- [Meditation](https://mangoacupuncture.com/meditation/) - Kindly written by Chloë Webster Meditation teacher and slow living advocate What is meditation? In its simplest terms, meditation is a practice of training the mind and body in awareness using a set of different techniques (both physical and mental) to create a focussed attention. It's a practice that is over 5000 years old, and
- [Haramaki](https://mangoacupuncture.com/haramaki/) - Haramaki is a piece of clothing that covers your belly and hips. It is used as an extra layer of warmth without having to wear many layers on top. As it covers your kidneys, lower abdomen and hips, it helps to keep your core warm and can be worn underneath or over clothes. I recommend
- [Shakti Mats](https://mangoacupuncture.com/shakti-mats/) - What is a shakti mat? A shakti mat, also known as an acupressure mat, is a flat mat about 3 feet long covered with small, hard spikes. The mats are easily folded up for storage or transport. A lot of mats come with a small pillow, similarly covered in spikes. I have written specifically about the
- [What is Qi?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-is-qi/) - "What is Qi?" is the most frequently asked question from clients! My explanation usually goes something like this: Qi is the difference between being alive and being dead, there is no physical difference in terms of the matter you consist of. Only the energy to function is no longer present. Qi is like fuel. It
- [The Five Elements](https://mangoacupuncture.com/the-five-elements/) - The Five Element theory is a Taoism-inspired theory demonstrating that nothing can be disconnected from another and everything in the universe is part of a continuous cycle. All things flow through stages and have all elements present within them to varying degrees, including people. Each element has distinctive characteristics. We can use knowledge of these
- [How many acupuncture sessions do you need?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-many-acupuncture-sessions-do-you-need/) - Determining how many acupuncture sessions you might need is not an exact science. Acupuncture has a cumulative effect, so we always recommend at least 3 sessions before deciding whether or not it is working for you. We believe that in most cases, if you have 5 regular weekly sessions and see no improvement at all,
- [What is the ‘Heart’ in Traditional Chinese medicine?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-is-the-heart/) - Although the way things are phrased in traditional medical texts seems strange or mystical, most of it translates quite well into modern language, if we take the time to understand. The observations made by physicians of the time may provide useful insights into how the body works and its systems integrate. The traditional texts were
- [Yin & Yang](https://mangoacupuncture.com/yin-yang/) - What are Yin & Yang? In 700BC Yi Jing first described the theory of Yin & Yang in the 'Book of Changes' or 'I Ching'. He depicted Yin & Yang as a broken and unbroken line, Yang is represented with the solid line and Yin with the broken line. Extra lines are added to symbolise
- [How many needles are used?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-many-needles-are-used/) - How many needles an acupuncturist uses in each acupuncture session varies depending on: The style and technique used by your acupuncturist How sensitive you are to the needles Your age Your general health Some acupuncturists prefer to use very few needles, some prefer to use a lot. There is a Japanese style acupuncture technique called
- [Can I have acupuncture alongside other treatments?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/can-i-have-acupuncture-alongside-other-treatments/) - My clients often ask me if they can have acupuncture alongside other treatments. They may already be having other therapy or want to start something new while also having acupuncture. My advice is always, if it helps, continue. Having acupuncture doesn't mean you can't try any other treatment or therapy. Saying that, it is always
- [What can go wrong with acupuncture?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-can-go-wrong-with-acupuncture/) - Acupuncture performed by a qualified practitioner is very safe. Saying that, there is currently no regulation of acupuncture in the UK as there is for example, in Australia, New Zealand, most of the US, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Japan. This means that anyone can practice acupuncture after completing any acupuncture course provided by
- [How big are acupuncture needles?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-big-are-acupuncture-needles/) - So, how big are acupuncture needles...? Tiny! They're not really needles at all, more like thin pieces of wire. The width of an acupuncture needle is around 10x smaller than a hypodermic needle - one you are given an injection with or have your blood taken with. Hypodermic needles range from around 0.4mm - 1.8mm.
- [Can acupuncture make things worse?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/can-acupuncture-make-things-worse/) - Can acupuncture make things worse? Temporarily, yes, but it's not common. If you've been ill for a long time, or your issues are quite complex with lots of different things going on when you have acupuncture treatment it can move a lot of stuck energy. Kind of like taking out the rubbish - it's not
- [Acupuncture Near Me](https://mangoacupuncture.com/acupuncture-near-me/) - How to find an acupuncturist So you’ve googled 'acupuncture near me' and found all your local acupuncturists… but which one to try? It’s not just about convenient locations after all. There are some steps you can take to make sure your local acupuncturist is qualified, insured, and registered. After that, you can narrow it down
- [How often should you get acupuncture?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-often-should-you-get-acupuncture/) - Another really common question I am often asked is - How often should you get acupuncture? Having weekly acupuncture sessions is a good place to start. If your health issue is particularly severe or acute, you could have sessions twice or three times a week. This depends on what your practitioner recommends and is based
- [How long does acupuncture take to work?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-long-does-acupuncture-take-to-work/) - This is one of the most commonly asked questions - How long does acupuncture take to work? Sometimes you will benefit right away from your first acupuncture session, but more often it takes a while for acupuncture treatment to 'kick in'. Similar to taking antibiotics, you take a course of them over a few days
- [How far do acupuncture needles go in?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-far-do-acupuncture-needles-go-in/) - Like most things I talk about on here, it varies. How far acupuncture needles go in depends on a few things. Where the needle is being inserted Bony area = shallow needling Fatty or muscular area = deeper needling On the face and neck = shallow needling What the purpose of the point is
- [What is the ‘Kidney’ in Traditional Chinese medicine?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-is-the-kidney/) - In both traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and western medicine, the kidneys have many functions. This article - What is the 'Kidney' - aims to describe the traditional functions of the Kidney with modern-day observations and understanding. The Kidney is the root of Qi and the foundation of Yin and Yang [1,2] Traditional Chinese Medicine In
- [Does acupuncture hurt?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/does-acupuncture-hurt/) - Acupuncture needles are extremely thin, 10 of them can fit inside the tip of a hypodermic needle (used for injections and taking blood) so if you can handle that, chances are, acupuncture will be relatively painless. I’ve had A LOT of acupuncture, so here’s my experience: Usually the most painful part is when the needles
- [How are acupuncture needles put in?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/how-are-acupuncture-needles-put-in/) - I like to joke and say I throw the needles at you like a dartboard… but unfortunately, it’s not as exciting as that. There are a couple of ways your acupuncturist might insert the needles. Firstly, they’re going to find a point either by eye or by prodding you gently to figure out your anatomy

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- [Acupuncture In Chester | Mango Acupuncture](https://mangoacupuncture.com/) - Mango Acupuncture - Working from home or have mobility issues? We provide mobile acupuncture and cupping therapy services. We cover Chester and the Wirral.
- [Sustainability](https://mangoacupuncture.com/sustainability/) - Carbon Offsetting To help offset the carbon we produce as a business, we have signed up to Ecologi. Find out what projects we support, how many trees we have planted, and our carbon impact. We are doing our bit for a sustainable future for the planet. Check out our trees Reducing Plastic Use Unfortunately, the
- [What we do](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-we-do/) - Acupuncture Acupuncture is the practice of inserting small hair like needles into pressure points all over the body. The aim being to stimulate the natural functioning of the body. READ MORE Cupping Cupping targets deep tissues and muscles with small cups that are applied with suction, pulling the tissue up beneath them and increasing
- [The Wirral](https://mangoacupuncture.com/the-wirral/) - Mobile Acupuncture on The Wirral We now offer acupuncture treatment in the comfort of your own home. Our acupuncturist Kirsty covers homes on the Wirral. To read more about Kirsty see her profile here. Sessions are offered at £60 and last for one hour. Your practitioner will bring all the necessary equipment, we just ask
- [Chester, Cheshire](https://mangoacupuncture.com/chester-cheshire/) - Mobile Acupuncture in Chester We now offer acupuncture treatment in the comfort of your own home. Acupuncturist and owner Emma Mango covers the Chester area, you can read more about her here. Sessions are offered at £60 and last for one hour. Your practitioner will bring all the necessary equipment, we just ask you to
- [What is Acupuncture?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-is-acupuncture/) - What is Qi? You might have heard the term Qi (Chee) being thrown around where acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine is involved, but what is it? The key problem between the translation from Chinese theory to western medicine is that things are taken a little too literally. Qi isn't magic, it's not like the force,
- [What is Cupping?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-is-cupping/) - Where did cupping come from? And you thought acupuncture had been around the block a while, cupping is actually one of, if not the, oldest medical technique that we know of. It's so old in fact that it's part of the Ebers Papyrus, the oldest collection of medical writings we have. It's in this collection of
- [What is Acupressure?](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-is-acupressure/) - Acupressure Acupressure is very similar to acupuncture, however there are no needles involved! Where acupuncture stimulates the body using application of needles to puncture the skin, acupressure seeks to do the same with the application of pressure. Acupressure can be thought of as a type of massage, that mainly focuses on the thumbs, fingers and elbows
- [Prices and FAQs](https://mangoacupuncture.com/prices-and-faqs/) - How much will treatment cost? Mobile acupuncture sessions are £60 and last for 60 minutes. Mobile Cupping session (30 mins) £50 Can I claim acupuncture treatment through my health insurance? If you have health insurance that offers acupuncture as a benefit, please contact them to determine their criteria for claiming. Are your practitioners qualified and
- [Courses & Resources](https://mangoacupuncture.com/courses-resources/) - E-BOOKS The Five Vital Substances: Part 1; Qi This E-Book is part one of a series about the Five Vital Substances. In Traditional Chinese medicine, these substances are essential for life and each plays an important role in health and well-being. This E-Book aims to explain the origins and functions of Qi in a simple
- [About Acupuncture](https://mangoacupuncture.com/about-acupuncture/) - Acupuncture FAQs What is acupuncture? Does acupuncture hurt? How to find a good acupuncturist How many needles are used? How are acupuncture needles put in? How far do acupuncture needles go in? How big are acupuncture needles? How many acupuncture sessions do you need? How often should you get acupuncture? How long does acupuncture take
- [Contact Us](https://mangoacupuncture.com/contact/) - Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. Alternatively, for Chester enquiries: emma@mangoacupuncture.com For Wirral enquiries: kirsty@mangoacupuncture.com Feel free to contact us on social media too!
- [About Kirsty](https://mangoacupuncture.com/about-kirsty/) - Kirsty's Story I came to acupuncture late in life. I had heard of it, but never tried it - how could sticking needles in your arms/ legs/ hands help you get better? Well after 20+ years of working for big corporate companies in marketing, and later, teaching marketing at university level, all whilst raising a
- [About Emma](https://mangoacupuncture.com/about-emma/) - Emma's Story Hi, I'm Emma Mango! I've been performing traditional Chinese acupuncture since graduating from the University of Lincoln with a BSc Hons degree in Acupuncture in 2012 after 3 years of full-time study. I've helped people with everything from back pain and sciatica to infertility and depression. My interest in acupuncture began after developing
- [Join the Team](https://mangoacupuncture.com/join-the-team/) - Join the Mango Team We are looking for holistic therapists or alternative medicine practitioners who offer home visits to join our network. Many of our clients ask for recommendations for other types of holistic therapy and we would like to build a network of trustworthy, skilled, and friendly practitioners to refer our clients to. If
- [Self-Care](https://mangoacupuncture.com/self-care/) - TCM for Self-Care Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) isn't just for acupuncturists and herbalists! The basic principles are easy to apply to everyday life to maintain a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Most of it is common sense, but we do need reminding every now and then, especially when we don't quite feel ourselves but nothing
- [Success Stories](https://mangoacupuncture.com/success-stories/) - The Stones Family A Natural Pregnancy Success Story Where We Started My name is Helen and I am 33 years old. I have been with my partner for 14 years and after 10 years of us working abroad, we decided to move back to the UK to settle down. I started a new job as
- [Privacy Policy](https://mangoacupuncture.com/privacy-policy/) - PRIVACY NOTICELast updated September 21, 2022 This privacy notice for Mango Acupuncture ('Company', 'we', 'us', or 'our',), describes how and why we might collect, store, use, and/or share ('process') your information when you use our services ('Services'), such as when you: Visit our website at http://www.mangoacupuncture.com, or any website of ours that links to this
- [Where We Are](https://mangoacupuncture.com/where-we-are/) - Chester | Mobile Acupuncture Acupuncture / Cupping / Massage Home visits are offered to anyone living within 5 miles of Chester city centre. These sessions are great for those who don't drive, and would like to benefit from the convenience of the acupuncturist coming to you. Treatments on offer include acupuncture, Chinese massage (TuiNa), and
- [Who We Are](https://mangoacupuncture.com/who-we-are/) - Our Story The mobile acupuncture service we deliver is high quality, individualised to your needs, relaxing, accessible, convenient, and delivered by highly qualified, licensed, and friendly therapists. I set up as a sole trader after graduating in 2012, while working a full-time job to pay the bills. After a good few years, I'd saved enough
- [About TCM](https://mangoacupuncture.com/about-tcm/) - What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)? TCM is a system of medicine that began thousands of years ago in ancient China. The first written texts about TCM date back to 200-300BC and it has been practiced ever since. It is based upon the belief that energy (Qi/chee) circulates throughout the body, and when it does
- [Seasonal Living](https://mangoacupuncture.com/seasonal-living/) - Living in sync with the seasons for health and wellbeing Adapting our lifestyle to match the seasons is one of the best ways to maintain good health and helps our bodies adapt to the changing and sometimes hostile, environment around us. A lot of it is common sense, but because of the widespread availability of
- [What to Expect](https://mangoacupuncture.com/what-to-expect/) - Ready to book? Contact me or check my schedule here Contact or Book
- [First Aid Courses](https://mangoacupuncture.com/first-aid-courses/) - First Aid Courses All our first aid courses are Ofqual regulated and delivered by a qualified and experienced instructor. We are based in Chester city centre, and can also deliver courses at your place of work, school, or other suitable location within Cheshire West, Chester, and Cheshire East. Please contact us for more information. First
- [Learn](https://mangoacupuncture.com/learn/) - About Acupuncture All the questions we get asked about acupuncture on a daily basis are answered here. If you have any other questions please contact us and we can add more articles for you. Read More About TCM Interested in traditional Chinese medicine and the theory behind acupuncture? We have written articles explaining the traditional
- [The Organs](https://mangoacupuncture.com/the-organs/) - The 12 TCM Organ Systems We publish articles to help you understand the concept of traditional Chinese medicine through a modern lens. Although the way things are phrased in traditional medical texts seems strange or mystical, most of it translates quite well into modern language, if we take the time to understand. The observations made
- [Summer](https://mangoacupuncture.com/summer/) - Summer Health In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Summer correlates to the Fire element, and the Heart/Small Intestine organ system, which plays a big role in our emotional well-being and the circulation of blood. Paying particular attention to any issues with these systems during the summer months will help us to prevent illness. The Heart regulates
- [Spring](https://mangoacupuncture.com/spring/) - Spring Seasonal Health In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Spring correlates to the Wood element, and the Liver/Gallbladder organ system, which plays a big role in the circulation of Qi (energy) and Blood as well as digestion. Paying particular attention to any issues with these systems during the spring months will help us to prevent illness.
- [Blog](https://mangoacupuncture.com/blog/) - Concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine Through a Modern Lens Although the way things are phrased in traditional medical texts seems strange or mystical, most of it translates quite well into modern language, if we take the time to understand. The observations made by physicians of the time may provide useful insights into how the body
- [Winter](https://mangoacupuncture.com/winter/) - Winter Seasonal Health In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Winter correlates to the Water element, and the Kidney/Bladder organ system, which looks after our waterworks, fertility, and bone health, among other things. The Kidney stores energy for us to use when we need to adapt to new situations or environments - when we are under stress.
- [Autumn](https://mangoacupuncture.com/autumn/) - Autumn / Fall Seasonal Health In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Autumn correlates with the Metal element, and the Lung/Large Intestine organ system, which (you guessed it) governs breathing and digestion, among other things. Paying particular attention to these systems during Autumn helps us to maintain health. Physical Wellbeing At this time, looking after our respiratory
- [Late Summer](https://mangoacupuncture.com/late-summer/) - Late Summer Seasonal Health In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), late summer correlates with the Earth element, and the Spleen/Stomach organ system, which (you guessed it) governs digestion, among other things. The season of late summer runs roughly between July and September in the UK. Physical Wellbeing At this time, looking after our digestive system is

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