Acupuncture Clinics Castlebar

Since 1996 I have been practicing various forms of Complementary medicine. I am passionate in my belief that Acupuncture can and does bring fantastic results. I opened the Mei Zen Clinic of Acupuncture in 2009. I'm registered with the which is one of the longest established and is the largest regulatory body for acupuncture and Chinese medicine in Ireland. What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used systems of healing in the world. Originating in China some 3,500 years ago, only in the last three decades has it become popular in the United States Traditional Chinese medicine holds that there are as many as 2,000 acupuncture points on the human body, which are connected by 20 pathways (12 main, 8 secondary) called meridians. These meridians conduct energy, or qi (pronounced "chi"), between the surface of the body and its internal organs. Each point has a different effect on the qi that passes through it. Qi is believed to help regulate balance in the body. It is influenced by the opposing forces of yin and yang, representing positive and negative energy and forces in the universe and the human body. Acupuncture is believed to keep the balance between yin and yang, thus allowing for the normal flow of qi throughout the body and restoring health to the mind and body. Does it hurt? Unlike hypodermic needles, acupuncture needles are solid and hair-thin, and they are not designed to cut the skin. They are also inserted to much more shallow

We are hands on Chartered physiotherapists providing a holistic approach to physical health and well being, using physiotherapy techniques, acupuncture, systematic kinesiology, myofascial release and Pilates rehabilitation classes to allow clients to return to active lifestyles. 

Westport in Co Mayo Ireland is the location of this complementary medicine clinic. A range of holistic treatments are offered for patients at the clinic. Acupuncture, Osteopathic treatments, nutritional therapy, psychotherapy and counselling are provided at the clinic. Massage therapy for joint mobility, flexibility, strain and sprain relief, relaxation, stress management and relief from tired and aching muscles are provided. All therapists are accredited and widely experienced. Home visits are provided to patients who are unable to visit the clinic.