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Acupuncture and moxibustion for breech presentation

Breech presentation is where a baby has positioned either bottom and feet down or sideways before birth. Acupuncture and moxibustion have been traditionally used as a natural alternative to assist with correcting the baby's position.

Naturopathy for Insomnia and Sleep Disturbances

Insomnia and sleep disturbances have become a very common occurrence with all the pressures and stimulation of modern-day living. It is estimated that 50% of Australians are experiencing sleep disturbances, while 20% suffer from insomnia presentations.

Motor point Acupuncture at Komyuniti

Motor Point Acupuncture

Every muscle within the body has a motor point that can be stimulated. These points are where motor nerves innervate from the spine to activate a muscle.

Can acupuncture improve sleep for people with insomnia?

Acupuncture + Insomnia

A recent systematic review published by Sleep Medicine explored the efficacy of acupuncture for treating insomnia. A total of eleven studies that included an overall number of 775 participants.

Plantar fasciitis, heel pain and bone spurs Melbourne

Acupuncture + Plantar Fascitits

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation occurring at the ligament which stretches underneath the sole of the foot that is attached to the heel and is commonly known as the plantar fascia.

Chinese Herbal Medicine

At komyuniti we provide our clients with the highest quality and potent Chinese herbal products. Empirical Health is a Australian owned company that is socially responsible and environmentally conscious.

Improving IVF Outcome with Acupuncture

Improving IVF outcome with acupuncture

At Komyniti our acupuncture treatments are always informed and up to date with the most recent evidence and research. When it comes to supporting clients going through IVF with acupuncture we always provide our clients with evidence-based approaches to deliver the highest possible outcomes.

Ear acupuncture for stress, anxiety and depression

Ear Acupuncture for Stress, Anxiety and Depression

The current impact of the covid-19 pandemic on our front line workers and the rest of us living in metro Melbourne have left us all in a heightened state of awareness. Therefore, at Komyuniti we wanted to provide a little tip that could offer some assistance with dealing with the current restrictions.

The SIBO connection to IBS

A practical research based intervention for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

There are a number of reasons you may experience ongoing digestive disturbances within the IBS bracket, including chronic digestive infections and food sensitivities or allergies, however the most likely one is small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO).

Evidence-based Acupuncture for Lower Back Pain

At Komyuniti we have clinical experience in working with acute and chronic lower back pain. We have developed our own approach and strategy - Komyuniti Musculoskeletal Acu-Technique™

Acupuncture for knee pain and osteoarthritis

Acupuncture is an effective evidence-based treatment option for the management of knee pain and osteoarthritis.

A Natural Treatment for Migraines & Headaches

A Natural Approach To Migraines & Headaches

The statistics reveal 4.9 million Australians experience migraines per year. An estimated prevalence of 11.96 % in males and 28.66% in females are affected from migraines. Furthermore, the overall prevalence of chronic migraines affects 7.61% of the population. Read on about how we can naturally manage these issues.

Post Pill Acne: How to Manage the Natural Way

Unfortunately for many women who stop taking the pill (oral contraceptive pill or OCP) a worrying side effect can occur: post pill acne.

Many women give up the pill for a number of reasons, from coping with difficult side effects, to wanting to return to a natural cycle or perhaps trying to conceive.

Treating the Underlying Issue in Food Intolerance

Nowadays, do you find that more people appear to be becoming increasingly ‘intolerant' to certain food groups?

This may be due to several different factors including, diet and dietary related habits, the sterilisation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the mainstreaming of diagnostic tools such as hydrogen breath testing.