The Dove Health Alliance came about from Robert & Anne Redfern’s decision to take charge of their family’s health. Up until 1986, Robert did not take much notice of his health – in spite of Anne’s loving persuasion. It took the premature death of his parents, Alfred and Margorie, who died in their 60′s, to shock Robert into evaluating his priorities.

They looked at the whole field of health, available treatments and the causes of health problems. They found, from Doctors researching the causes, that lifestyle and diet were the most important contributions to Health.

You can feel good All Of the Time.

Robert and Anne changed their lifestyle and diet and the improvement to their health was remarkable. As well as good health, they feel and look younger and more energetic than 12 years ago – before they started their plan. Robert is now in his 50′s and, together with Anne, is still planning to look younger with continuing care.

If it is as easy as this why do we have such health problems?

To answer this there are other facts that Robert and Anne found that need to be understood. Some of the facts stunned then.

Health Facts of the 20th Century:

• 5% (only) of the population die of old age.
• 95% die from such conditions as:
• Heart Disease kills 25% of the population between 45 and 65 years of age.
• Cancer kills more people today than 20 years ago.
• Strokes are increasing at an alarming rate, leaving people dead or severely crippled.
• Respiratory Diseases are increasing rapidly – even in our children.
• Diabetes has tripled in the past 30 years, giving a slow agonising death.

Other Health Facts include:

• Lifestyle and diet (due to the lack of nutrients) is the major cause of the majority of health problems
• The food we eat is becoming more and more deficient in nutrients.
• Alternative Medicine Doctors are preventing and curing the above problems.

Initially Angry

Imagine Robert and Anne’s anger when they found out that the above are either preventable or curable, in the majority of people, by Alternative treatments that are well researched and documented. Robert’s parents died from such conditions.

Then – Determination to Find out the truth

Why then was nothing done? They found out there is a conspiracy by what is known as the Medical Monopoly. This is a loose grouping of the people who control and have a monopoly over medical treatments. The governments of most countries have been pressurised into giving a monopoly to orthodox medicine groups.

Who are in the Medical Monopoly?

This group includes the Drug Companies, the Doctors who control the medical treatment system, the food companies, the regulation bureaucrats and possibly worst of all the charities that are appealing for our money, but just using it to feed the monopoly.

Why are the Drug Companies afraid of Alternative Medicines?

Profit. There is simply very little profit in Alternative medicine. The treatments are not patentable so there is no monopoly in the manufacture and hence they cannot inflate the treatment costs.

Research is expensive, don’t they need this extra money to pay for it? Only if you believe they should have a monopoly and there are no alternatives. Robert and Anne believe the main research into health solutions should be done by Universities, and by any person who presents a proposal for a grant from charities and governments. This will ensure a monopoly cannot be created by any group.

Aren’t drugs needed? Only in very rare and extreme cases. Most of the treatments used are not scientifically validated anyway therefore they are used illegally.

What about the Doctors?

Ordinary doctors just do what their training told them to do. They find it hard to believe that the Doctors who control their profession would want to withhold treatments that help people. The Doctors who control the profession are just ego and control driven and do not want simple, effective treatments that do not require expert ‘mystique’.

Are all Doctors the Same? No. Many Doctors are now using both systems and some who have gained confidence are turning over to Alternative medicine completely.

What have the Food Industry got to do with it?

They have two problems. The first is that the food they produce is contributing to the health problems because of the lack of nutrition. The second is that the tinkering with additives and processing etc. create a positive health risk (e.g. Margarine)

Aren’t the Bureaucrats looking after our Interests?

On the face of it, yes, but if they were really even-handed they would not be as aggressive towards proven safe Alternative treatments. They also deliberately ignore good research and insist on even more expensive studies that cost more than the whole of the revenue available for the treatments (e.g. Homeopathic remedies). I cannot think of an honest reason why they should be so tough on safe treatments but soft on drug treatments that do so much harm.

Charities aren’t part of this monopoly, surely?

Except for a few charities, the huge amount of money taken in by charities is used for research into drug treatments. This in spite of the considerable research that shows most of the health problems are caused by lifestyle and nutritional deficiencies. A simple change of the lifestyle can solve most of the problems. All the charities pay lip service to telling people to have a better lifestyle, some even say that 50% of the people could avoid the problem but they do not invest in appropriate research compared to the fortune into drug research. This is proved by the failure to evenly distribute the funds to both the Alternative and Orthodox system.

What does the Dove Health Alliance do?

It promotes the ‘Health For Life’ Plan that Robert & Anne devised for their own family and have been sharing with other people. Its success was replicated by so many people they eventually decided that they wanted to spend the rest of their lives helping other people to get the benefits they received.
It basically consists of 4 parts:

• Electro-Acupuncture
• Cleansing and Healing
• Replenish the Immune System
• Regeneration through perfect nutrition.

Electronic Acupuncture

Anne introduced Robert (a born sceptic) to Electro-Acupuncture after successfully treating her father’s Arthritic knee with an early basic instrument. After other successes, Robert became convinced of its potential but recognised that many improvements needed to be made for it to be accurate and effective – even for novice users. He met up with Dr Julian Kenyon of the Centre For The Study of Complementary Medicine in Southampton England. Dr Kenyon is an acknowledged expert in the field of energy medicine. He is a visiting professor at two USA universities and designed the first-ever hand-held Electro-acupuncture device back in the early 1980′s.

With Dr Kenyon, Robert developed the HealthPoint which is now arguably the most accurate and effective Electro-Acupuncture device available at any price. The HealthPoint has been used for 5 years in UK hospitals and by many Doctors. The results they have reported are phenomenal. Some hospitals and Doctors are even using HealthPoint as their primary treatment.

However, Robert & Anne are determined that every home should have its own HealthPoint to enable primary self-treatment in the home.

Nutritional

They went out and found the essential nutrients to ensure their return to good health and to stay that way.

The Health For Life plan was developed from this success, which is now shared with thousands around the world.

Their vision is that millions will share their ‘Health For Life’

Can you help? We need input from people dedicated to Health; therapists, doctors, medical professionals, researchers (about treatments and supplements) – in fact, any information that will help us to bypass the monopoly and directly help individuals.

The rectus abdominis are a pair of muscles lying in the wall of the abdomen passing from the pelvis up to the lower edge of the rib cage. These are often strained by over-use in training or possibly due to a direct blow or by lifting heavy objects. Injury may also occur during a sudden, rough movement as would happen in a judo fall.

Abductor Pain

If the legs are forced apart during a sports injury, the result can be a strain of the abductor ligament. This is situated at the top of the inside of the thigh. Electro-Acupuncture can also be useful in treating this problem.

Achilles Tendonitis

In this condition pain is felt in the Achilles tendon just above the heel. The tendon is often painful to touch. Rupture of the Achilles tendon is uncommon. However, should the tendon be partially or completely ruptured competent orthopaedic treatment must be sought. Electro-Acupuncture is then a useful assistant to recovery.

Ankle Injuries and Ankle Sprains

Ankle sprains are often caused by a forced sideward movement to either the inside or the outside of the ankle. The ligaments on each side of the joint capsule may be stretched or torn and may bleed internally or externally.

Biceps Tendonitis (Inflammation of the Biceps Tendon)

This gives pain along the front of the shoulder joint where the long head of the biceps lies. The injury is common in sports which require vigorous shoulder rotation such as throwing or swimming. Pain is most commonly felt when the arm is reaching in a backwards direction.

Bunion pain (Hallux Valgus)

This is pain in the big toe joint and is common in older sportsmen. Excessive uses of tight footwear combine over the years to cause bunions, which are swellings of the joint at the base of the big toe. This is often followed by diversion of the joint from its original straight line, towards the outer side of the foot, the characteristic deformity of hallux valgus.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Tight arm bands or heavy hand work can sometimes cause a pressure neuritis and typical pain and tingling (in thumb, index, middle and part of the ring fingers). This is characteristic of carpal tunnel syndrome. The fingers often feel abnormally large. Some patients describe their fingers as feeling like a “bunch of bananas”. If there is no improvement after two weeks consult your doctor.

Calf Strain

Calf muscles lie in the back of the lower leg. There are two main muscles, the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. They both insert into the Achilles tendon which attaches to the heel bone. These muscles are injured through insufficient warm-up, sudden changes of direction, (such as in tennis and squash) fatigue during the closing minutes of a game, or direct violence, such as a kick.

Dead Leg – Thigh Pain

Any muscle may receive a direct blow thereby causing temporary stiffness with pain. The term dead leg is reserved for the muscles on the front and side of the thigh. The direct blow will cause internal bleeding with resultant swelling, pain and the loss of function.

Golfer’s Elbow

This is a similar condition to tennis elbow but occurring on the inner side of the elbow. It affects the origin of the common flexor muscles situated on the inner aspect of the forearm. Pain is caused by bringing the open palm upwards against resistance and also by forming a grip in certain positions.

Elbow – Tennis

This is usually an over-use injury in which the origin of the extensor muscles situated in the back of the forearm are overstretched and become inflamed. Pain is felt on the outer side of the elbow on gripping, lifting or controlling any heavy object such as a bat or racquet.

Hamstrings – injury

These muscles lie on the back of the thigh. They affect the movement of both hip and knee joints. They are frequently injured in sports, during fast movements, such as sprinting, overstretching, and kicking a ball. Fatigue and lack of warm-up are other factors as are uncoordinated movements and direct violence such as a kick or blow from behind.

Bruised Heel – Heel Spur

In these injuries pain is felt beneath the heel, which is often due to simple bruising. This can occur when landing during jumping or hurdling.

Hip Injuries

The hip is a strong joint and is seldom injured during sport. The outer aspect of the thigh, at the level of the hip, can sometimes be injured by direct contact with the ground or other unyielding surface. Recovery from bruising may take 2 weeks.

Cartilages

These are usually damaged due to violent movement of the knee while the foot is stationary, such as twisting.

Pain and swelling will result and the knee joint may lock and give way. One or more of these symptoms may be present. While qualified medical help should always be sought treatment with Electro-Acupuncture should help curb the pain and swelling.e ground or other unyielding surface. Recovery from bruising may take 2 weeks.

Lateral Ligament Strain

Injury occurs when strain is put onto the outside of the joint as in a tackle or from a bad landing such as in basketball when the player lands on the outer side of the foot.

Ligaments

These are situated on the inner (medial ligament) and outer (lateral ligament) aspects of the joint. These prevent excessive sideways movement. Inside the joint are the cruciate ligaments which prevent excessive forward and backwards movement. Ligaments are injured when the joint is forced into unnatural positions. At the front of the knee is the ligamentum Patellae which attaches the knee cap to the front of the Tibia.

Medial Ligament Strain (Sprain of the Ligament on the Inner Side of the Knee Joint)

Injury occurs when strain is put onto the outside of the joint as in a tackle or from a bad landing such as in basketball when the player lands on the outer side of the foot.

Lower Leg Injuries

These injuries are the classic sports related injuries. They are common to long distance runners, aerobics teachers and athletes who change, too often, the surface on which they train and compete. Qualified medical help should be sought to remove the possibility of stress fractures and Anterior Tibial Syndrome. Electro-Acupuncture should help in many cases and help control the pain in more severe situations.

Metatarsalgia (Pain on the Ball of the Foot)

This is pain under the ball of the foot where the supporting ligaments of the metatarsal heads become strained in the line of the toe joints. This is common in people whose work involves a lot of standing. It can also be caused by running or jumping on hard surfaces, or running in hard soled shoes. Appropriate footwear and metatarsal support is essential in these cases.

Neck Injuries

Neck injury is often caused by forcible extension (a backwards movement) of the head. While Electro-Acupuncture can be useful in treating this, it is wise to seek a qualified medical opinion.Lumbar Spine.

The most common cause is narrow discs in the lower lumbar spine. Discs separate the vertebrae and cushion each from the next. Qualified medical opinion should always be sought but Electro-Acupuncture will usually prove to be the ideal “first aid” and can often be totally successful in the relief of low back pain.

Improvement of Physical Performance using Electro-Acupuncture

A recent study was carried out in Norway that tested the exercise response to electrical stimulation. An electrode was applied to Large Intestine 4 (Li4) and the treatment was continued for thirty minutes on each hand.An improvement in running, swimming and ergo meter cycling was regularly observed following this stimulation. Apply Electro-Acupuncture over large intestine 4 (LI4) for approximately 10 minutes on each hand. This can be carried out during the rest period prior to sporting activity and need be carried out once daily only.

This improvement in physical performance is almost certainly due to the release of natural chemicals in the body. The most important of these is endorphin.

Painful Arc (Specific Form of Shoulder Pain)

This is a condition that gives pain when the arm is brought up above the head. During the middle part of this movement pain is felt in the painful arc syndrome. It’s due either to inflammation in one of the tendons around the head of the humerus, or inflammation in the bursa, (situated just beneath the acromion), lying between the acromion, and the head of the humerus.

Rectus Femoris

This muscle lies on the front of the thigh running from hip to knee. It is injured, in the main, by sprinting and kicking movements.

Shin Soreness

Sometimes known as shin splints, this is common in runners. It produces pain on or next to the tibia (the major bone in the lower leg) when standing, walking or running.

Shoulder Joint

This is a common injury and should be treated vigorously. Electro-Acupuncture is usually effective in treatment of the pain. If shoulder pain is left for more than a month then a frozen shoulder may ensue in which stiffness of the joint, as well as pain, occurs. In a chronically painful shoulder that is also stiff, then physiotherapy is an essential approach to treatment.

Tenosynovitis (Inflammation of Forearm Tendons)

This is inflammation in the extensor muscles, running down the back of the forearm. It is caused by repetitive movements such as rowing, screwdriving, etc. This tendon often becomes swollen and feels rough (when the wrist is moved). If not treated early enough rest and strapping with a crepe bandage is required. Electro-Acupuncture is therefore an ideal “First Aid”.

Thoracic Spinal Injuries (to the Chest Spine)

Sometimes an injury is sustained to the middle of the spine. Many sportsmen and women suffer with facet joint problems (the small joints at the back of each vertebra). Electro-Acupuncture is an excellent method of treating this problem.

Wrist Injuries – Sprains

Bruised, cracked or fractured ribs are common in contact sports and, characteristically, cause pain that is aggravated by deep breathing. Modern treatment does not favour local strapping of the ribs, and therefore some treatment for the pain is essential to facilitate normal breathing. Occasionally rib pain may be caused by the muscles between the ribs being strained. Electro-Acupuncture is ideal in both cases.

Angina is pain occurring on the left side of the chest and radiating down the left arm, and occasionally up into the left side of the jaw. It is due to a lack of blood supply to the heart muscle. Other measures are often required, such as a change in diet (avoid fatty foods such as red meats, milk and dairy products); stopping smoking. You should also pay attention to lifestyle and endeavour to limit stress and physical activity. Electro-Acupuncture can only be regarded as a symptomatic approach to this problem.

Chilblains

These are relatively common in cold climates and Electro-Acupuncture offers a useful method of treatment.

Circulation Improvement – Raynauds

This may improve circulation problems. These can range from cold hands and feet, to more serious conditions where circulation is markedly interrupted, such as Raynauds’ syndrome. This is a condition where the fingers and toes go white, sometimes blue and in severe cases almost black. If yours is a hand problem, treat the points for upper limb. If you suffer with the feet use the points for lower limb. In all cases also use Liver 3 and Pericardium 6 (Liv3 – P6).

High Blood Pressure (hypertension)

Hypertension is common in the civilised world. Effective treatment is vital. Without it there is a risk of a stroke. It is therefore essential that treatment is monitored by either taking the blood pressure yourself or seeing your doctor. Use Electro-Acupuncture and see your doctor.

Palpitations

Palpitations are caused by the heart beating irregularly. It often feels like a fluttering in the left side of the chest. In some cases palpitations are caused by reaction to foods, particularly coffee. It is therefore advisable for those who suffer palpitations to avoid coffee completely in addition to using Electro-Acupuncture, as this can produce a swifter improvement.

Circulation Improvement – Raynauds

This may improve circulation problems. These can range from cold hands and feet, to more serious conditions where circulation is markedly interrupted, such as Raynauds’ syndrome. This is a condition where the fingers and toes go white, sometimes blue and in severe cases almost black. If yours is a hand problem, treat the points for upper limb. If you suffer with the feet use the points for lower limb. In all cases also use Liver 3 and Pericardium 6 (Liv3 – P6).

Low Blood Pressure (hypotension)

It is essential that HEALTHPOINT treatment is monitored by either taking the blood pressure yourself or seeing your doctor. Use Electro-Acupuncture and see your doctor.

Inflammation of the lining of the bladder, can be treated with Electro-Acupuncture. This is most common in newly married or pregnant women. If no benefit is observed it is important to seek proper medical advice.

Bed-wetting (enuresis)

Electro-Acupuncture offers useful assistance to enuresis and is particularly worth trying in children.

Prostate problems and Irritable bladder

Difficulty in passing urine due to prostate obstruction, can be treated with Electro-Acupuncture if obstruction is not severe. Irritable bladder can also be treated in this way. If no benefit is observed it is important to seek proper medical advice.

Urinary incontinence

In older people urinary incontinence is common. Also in women who have had many children, there is sometimes difficulty in holding the urine especially when coughing or straining.

Urinary retention

This occurs most often in elderly men and is most commonly due to enlargement of the prostate gland situated at the base of the bladder. If it is recurrent, it is important that the opinion of a urological surgeon is sought. The approach with Electro-Acupuncture can be very useful if the retention is caught early.

This can be treated effectively using Electro-Acupuncture.

Appetite Reduction

Electro-Acupuncture may prove useful when used in conjunction with a balanced, healthy diet.

Hyperactivity

This is common in young children, particularly little boys. There are often associated food allergies, commonly sugar, food additives and colourants, milk and dairy products. Avoiding these items in the diet is an important part of treatment.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is the most common eye disease in the Western hemisphere. Because of its exposed position, the conjunctiva comes into contact with more micro organisms than any other membrane. Bacteria, such as pneumococcus, staphylococcus or streptococcus, cause some cases although allergies and some viruses can also cause conjunctivitis. A virus called adenovirus causes other cases. This virus can be spread in many ways including swimming pools, wet towels, etc. The infection usually starts in one eye and is spread to the other quite readily. It usually results in red, irritated eyes and disappears in three days to a week. If the symptoms linger, go to the eye doctor. The infection can enter the cornea and create little clouded areas that may affect vision.

Symptoms:

• Red, irritated eyes
• “Glued” eyelids from discharges overnight upon wakening in the morning
• Sensitivity to light
• A feeling of itchiness and griminess

Post-Viral Syndrome (M.E.)

This is also known as chronic fatigue syndrome or M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). M.E. is one of a whole group of Post-Viral syndromes. These are conditions characterised by extreme fatigue, aching muscles, poor memory and in many cases abdominal symptoms (bloating and flatulence). They continue after a viral infection such as flu, glandular fever or a non-specific viral infection. These conditions can continue for many months and in some cases, years. Electro-Acupuncture can help in post-viral syndrome, but it should be combined with other measures such as the following.

• Avoidance of sugar, coffee, alcohol, milk and dairy products.
• Take plenty of rest. Do NOT push yourself beyond the limits with which you can comfortably cope.
• Take high doses of B group vitamins, Zinc and magnesium.
• Stop smoking (if you do). Avoid polluted places (such as city centres or factories) as much as possible.

Depression

Electro-Acupuncture can be useful in the treatment of some cases of depression.

Diabetes

A condition in which the body cannot properly use sugar and starches (carbohydrates) from the diet, because the pancreas is not producing enough of the hormone insulin. As a result, sugar accumulates in the blood and tissues and this causes defects in various parts of the body. All types of diabetes can be controlled with diet, or insulin replacement. Appropriate vitamin and mineral supplements can also be of great value

Eye Pain

Eye pain occurs for many reasons, but is perhaps most commonly associated with migraine where the pain appears to be behind the eyes. If this becomes chronic, a qualified ophthalmologic opinion is essential. Cataracts, Conjunctivitis, Glaucoma and Squinting have been found to respond to Electro-Acupuncture in some cases.

Fainting Attacks

If fainting attacks occur regularly then a medical opinion should be sought. It is perfectly reasonable to use Electro-Acupuncture as detailed here.

Fever

Electro-Acupuncture offers a symptomatic approach to fever but the cause must also be treated. This may involve a course of antibiotics if a bacterial infection is present.

Fluid Retention

This may arise for many reasons. In women it is often due too hormonal imbalance. In some cases it can be due to heart failure, particularly in elderly people. In these cases a proper diagnosis is necessary. Electro-Acupuncture can be useful in treating some cases of fluid retention.

Bruised Heel – Heel Spur

In these injuries pain is felt beneath the heel, which is often due to simple bruising. This can occur when landing during jumping or hurdling.

Hangover

This is a useful treatment system to use the morning after a heavy drinking session.

Hay fever

Hay fever is an allergic reaction to grass and flower pollens and is therefore a seasonal affliction. Electro-Acupuncture can be useful in treating this problem and will sometimes suffice. A homeopathic approach using homeopathic grass and flower pollens is a worthwhile adjunct. If an attack has started, treat Sinusitis (and/or asthma) points as well for relief.

Hiccoughs (Hiccups)

Hiccoughs can be a particularly troublesome complaint. Electro-Acupuncture offers useful help. It is often worth combining this with drinking a glass of cold water whilst holding the nose and therefore holding the breath. This has the effect of splinting the diaphragm as Hiccoughs are a spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm.

Hot flushes – Menopause problems

Hot flushes most often occur during the menopause, and are due to a hormonal imbalance that occurs at this time. They are particularly troublesome to treat and Electro-Acupuncture offers a safe and often effective method of coping with them. Treatment should be carried out on a regular basis even though at the time of treatment no hot flush may be occurring.

Hyperactivity

This is common in young children, particularly little boys. There are often associated food allergies, commonly sugar, food additives and colourants, milk and dairy products. Avoiding these items in the diet is an important part of treatment.

Immune Deficiency

Treat these daily, when suffering from anything that affects the immune system such as a viral infection (i.e. colds, laryngitis, etc.) These points can be useful in some mild cases of post viral syndrome or M.E. in this cases treatment needs to be given twice a day.

Impotence

Impotence may be helped using Electro-Acupuncture.

Insomnia, Snoring and Sleep Apnea

This is lack of sleep, which most commonly occurs for no apparent reason. Purely symptomatic approaches (sleeping tablets) therefore tend to be have been the rule. Electro-Acupuncture can help reduce dependence on these sleep inducing drugs. Consider anxiety and stress points.

Pruritis (itching)

If Pruritis is accompanied by a rash medical advice should be sought. Electro-Acupuncture offers a useful approach in the treatment of itching in general, but if there is an underlying cause a doctor’s advice should again be sought.

Jet lag

These points need to be treated several times during the flight as well as for a day or two afterwards.

Lactation – Mastitis

Lactation, to start or increase the flow of breast milk. Mastitis, or nodular mastitis is a harmless condition of tender lumps in the breast and is experienced by many women at some time in their life.

Descreased Libido

Electro-Acupuncture can be a useful approach to decreased libido and will work in some cases. This treatment cannot be regarded as aphrodisiac. Also consider anxiety and stress points.

Lactation – Mastitis

Lactation, to start or increase the flow of breast milk. Mastitis, or nodular mastitis is a harmless condition of tender lumps in the breast and is experienced by many women at some time in their life.

Post-Viral Syndrome (M.E.)

This is also known as chronic fatigue syndrome or M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). M.E. is one of a whole group of Post-Viral syndromes. These are conditions characterised by extreme fatigue, aching muscles, poor memory and in many cases abdominal symptoms (bloating and flatulence). They continue after a viral infection such as flu, glandular fever or a non-specific viral infection. These conditions can continue for many months and in some cases, years. Electro-Acupuncture can help in post-viral syndrome, but it should be combined with other measures such as the following.

• Avoidance of sugar, coffee, alcohol, milk and dairy products.
• Take plenty of rest. Do NOT push yourself beyond the limits with which you can comfortably cope.
• Take high doses of B group vitamins, Zinc and magnesium.
• Stop smoking (if you do). Avoid polluted places (such as city centres or factories) as much as possible.

Hot flushes – Menopause problems

Hot flushes most often occur during the menopause, and are due to a hormonal imbalance that occurs at this time. They are particularly troublesome to treat and Electro-Acupuncture offers a safe and often effective method of coping with them. Treatment should be carried out on a regular basis even though at the time of treatment no hot flush may be occurring.

Morning Sickness

While this can be treated effectively by Electro-Acupuncture, treatment before the end of the third month of pregnancy should be given under medical supervision only.

M.S. (Multiple Sclerosis)

The condition results from damage to the sheaths surrounding individual nerve cells. the nerves are unable to function properly, causing problems of vision, sensation and muscular control. Electro-Acupuncture can be effective in providing relief from the symptoms of M.S. There is presently no known cure.

Parkinson’s Disease

A disease of the nervous system, in which muscular stiffness and tremors develop, becoming progressively worse with the passing of time.

Excessive Perspiration

Sweating can occur for many reasons such as fever, general debilitation, stress and tension. In some cases Electro-Acupuncture can be a useful treatment.

Post-Viral Syndrome (M.E.)

This is also known as chronic fatigue syndrome or M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). M.E. is one of a whole group of Post-Viral syndromes. These are conditions characterised by extreme fatigue, aching muscles, poor memory and in many cases abdominal symptoms (bloating and flatulence). They continue after a viral infection such as flu, glandular fever or a non-specific viral infection. These conditions can continue for many months and in some cases, years. Electro-Acupuncture can help in post-viral syndrome, but it should be combined with other measures such as the following.

• Avoidance of sugar, coffee, alcohol, milk and dairy products.
• Take plenty of rest. Do NOT push yourself beyond the limits with which you can comfortably cope.
• Take high doses of B group vitamins, Zinc and magnesium.
• Stop smoking (if you do). Avoid polluted places (such as city centres or factories) as much as possible.

Pruritis (itching)

If Pruritis is accompanied by a rash medical advice should be sought. Electro-Acupuncture offers a useful approach in the treatment of itching in general, but if there is an underlying cause a doctor’s advice should again be sought.

Restless Legs

Electro-Acupuncture can be a useful approach and has proven to be effective in some cases.

Repetitive Strain Injuries

Increasing intensity of industrial, computer, typewriter, and sports activities has led to wider recognition of over-use injuries (generally known as repetitive strain injuries). Over-use relates to repetitive, usually stereotyped, performance of limited movement patterns. These are generally highly specific for the activity concerned e.g. typing, tennis, kicking, using a screwdriver. The first principle of treatment is to rest and to avoid the repetitive action which caused the pain.

Refer to the index, then treat according to the instructions for the part of the body where treatment is required e.g. wrist, elbow, neck etc., and with particular attention to all local tender (Ash-Shi) points. For example, Carpal Tunnel .

Insomnia, Snoring and Sleep Apnea

This is lack of sleep, which most commonly occurs for no apparent reason. Purely symptomatic approaches (sleeping tablets) therefore tend to be have been the rule. Electro-Acupuncture can help reduce dependence on these sleep inducing drugs. Consider anxiety and stress points.

Smoking

Electronic-stimulation is the most effective method of smoking withdrawal and has results 3-4 times better than most other methods. Electro-Acupuncture can help you give up smoking. Acupuncture is very useful for addictions generally. It works largely by stimulating the production of natural opiate substances known as endorphins. This is how Electro-Acupuncture can help smokers ‘kick the habit’. Treat the body points once a day, treat the ear points each time you want to have a cigarette, in other words as a substitute for the cigarette

Anxiety and Stressful States

This can be treated effectively using Electro-Acupuncture.

Stroke Recovery

Electro-Acupuncture can be useful to hasten recovery from a stroke. Possibly, due to lack of early attention, some people never fully recover from a stroke, therefore treatment at an early stage is important. Do not however, under any circumstances start treating in this way until one week after the stroke. A stroke will affect either the arm, leg or both.Treat twice daily in the first instance and combine this with exercises attempting to use the arm or leg (or both if both are affected), as much as possible. It is advisable to consult a physiotherapist as to the best exercises for your particular case.

Thyroid – Balancing

The thyroid gland can sometimes become either over-active or under-active. Electro-acupuncture can be useful in correcting the balance.

Acne is common in teenagers and many topically applied creams are recommended. Unfortunately the results from these creams are generally disappointing. While using Electro-Acupuncture one should pay attention to, amongst other things, bowel function. A change to a high roughage, low mucous diet (Sprout wheat bread, lots of raw vegetables and avoidance of red meat, milk and dairy products, eggs and particularly chocolate) is usually beneficial. Use 3% Hydrogen Peroxide from drug stores to heal spots.

Eczema

Eczema is an allergic inflammation of the skin. It commonly occurs in skin folds such as the elbows and knees. Conventional controls of eczema centre on the use of steroid creams. These are often problematical, as long-term use causes skin thinning. Therefore any alternative approach without side effects is most welcome. Eczema can in some cases be due to food sensitivity. The most common foods implicated are milk, wheat, dairy products and eggs. Experimenting in avoidance of these foods can be useful.

General Allergies

Electro-acupuncture can be effective on a wide range of general allergies. Diet can also play an important part in eliminating allergic reactions.

Psoriasis

A recurring scaly eruption of the skin. Psoriasis usually begins between the ages of five and 25. It is not infectious.

Warts and Verrucas

These are small solid growths on the skin, also known as verrucas. There are five types, usually occurring on different parts of the body. All are caused by viruses and are slightly contagious. Treatment by Electro-Acupuncture has shown to be effective in many cases.

Electro-Acupuncture can offer a successful approach to asthma and although many people have successfully replaced all drugs with electro-acupuncture it should not be taken as a complete substitute for drugs until definite progress is being made, and then only after consultation with your physician. This applies particularly to severe attacks and if no immediate result is obtained with Electro-Acupuncture, the bronchodilator drugs should be taken. If steroids/antibiotics have been taken for some time, advice is needed for actions to boost your own auto-immune system. Avoid the same foods as per eczema as well as avoiding other irritants.

Bronchitis

Bronchitis can occur during the winter months or in more chronic cases, all the year round. It is important that patients with bronchitis stop smoking and avoid polluted places as much as possible such as city centres or factories. If steroids/antibiotics have been taken for some time, advice is needed for actions to boost your own auto-immune system. Avoid foods as eczema.

Cough

If you have a persistent cough you should seek medical advice. If there is no serious cause then treatment using Electro-Acupuncture is a good method of control.

Croup – Laryngeal Tracheaitis

Croup is characterised by severe laryngeal spasm, causing great difficulty in breathing. It is often due to a virus, and can be greatly helped by humidifying the atmosphere (keeping a kettle boiling in the room). Electro-Acupuncture should be used on this condition, treatment often needs to be given half hourly until the acute situation settles.