Doctor of Chinese medicine Shura Ford is a highly qualified and effective practitioner with local and international experience. Shura is a is a member of the Australian acupuncture and Chinese medicine association (AACMA) and is registered with the Chinese medicine registration board of Victoria (CMRBV) as an acupuncturist and herbalist.
SERVICES
TCM retreat
Shura will be directing a TCM retreat this Spring from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th September.
The retreat provides an opportunity for treatments, workshops and exercise in peaceful surroundings.
Take time out to learn and grow, spend a weekend tending to your body and soul in a healing and calming environment.
Please visit www.tcmretreat.com.au for all details and registration.
Shura offers a range of services as part of your treatment including
• acupuncture
• herbal medicine
• moxibustion
• massage
• cupping
• gua sha
• dietary therapy
• nutritional advice
• flower essence therapy
Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world, originating in China more than 4,000 years ago. Acupuncture involves using sterile stainless steel needles to stimulate acupuncture points. Research into acupuncture has shown that it stimulates the body to produce endorphins, resulting in a feeling of euphoria.
1 hour consultation from $70
30 min consultation from $40
Acupressure
Acupressure uses the same principles of Chinese Medicine but without the needles.
1 hour consultation from $70
30 min consultation from $40
Cupping
Cupping is a method of applying an acupressure vacuum using glass cups on the skin. The therapy is used to relieve ‘qi stagnation’ and is used in the treatment of respiratory diseases such as the common cold, pneumonia and bronchitis. Cupping is also used to treat back, neck, shoulder, and other musculoskeletal pain.
Gua Sha
Gua sha technique of Chinese medicine involving stimulation of acupuncture points using cutaneuous friction. This results in the appearance of ‘Sha’. Raising ‘Sha’ removes blood stagnation and clears heat from the body and is used to restore balance within the body.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a therapy often used in conjunction with acupuncture. To create moxa the leaves of the plant Artemesia vulgaris are dried and rolled into sticks. These sticks are warmed and then placed over the acupuncture points to permeate heat through the points and channels. This therapy warms and stimulates the Qi and Blood.
Herbal Medicine
Granules
Shura uses premium quality concentrated granulated herbs in her individually prepared formulas. These herbs are processed using the highest quality of select natural herbs which are then refined using modern processes. Granulated herbs must be mixed with water and taken as a tea.
2 week supply $45
Patent
Patent formulas are convenient pre-prepared medicines for easy administration. These formulas are presented as small pills and taken with water.
10 day supply $10-15
Diet Therapy
Diet therapy is the use of foods as medicine. This is a practice that has been used in Chinese culture for thousands of years. Each food has it's own therapeutic nature, it may be sour, sweet, bitter, salty or bland. Each nature has it's own therapeutic action which can then be applied in an individual case.
Using the diagnostic tools of Chinese medicine, an optimum individual dietary plan can be established for you. While eating lots of chilli or spices is great for some people it may not be for others. Should you eat food warm or cold? How much fruit should you be eating? How much water should you be drinking? You'll get all the answers.
Massage
Massage works by soothing soft tissue, increasing oxygen flow in the blood, releasing toxins from the body and encouraging relaxation.
Massage is especially effective in treating ‘viscous cycle’ complaints. For instance, a tension headache is often self-sustaining because the pain makes the sufferer clench the affected muscles.
1 hour consultation from $70
30 min consultation from $40
Complimentary therapies
Reiki
Reiki is a gentle, non invasive and relaxing therapy that focuses on clearing energy blocks in the body using energy channeled form the practitioner’s hands. This therapy addresses emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. It can be used in conjunction with acupuncture or massage treatment or as a distinct therapy.
30 min consultation from $40
Flower Essences
Flower essences are the catalysts to unlock your full potential, resolve negative beliefs and bring about harmony. They help to provide clarity, strength and enthusiasm and help resolve drama or distress from your life.
30 min consultation from $40
2 week supply $15
Inner Qi Signature Treatment
Leave your worries at the door and unwind with a session comprising of massage, acupuncture, reiki and flower essences, drift of to sleep and walk out floating.
WINTER SPECIAL OFFER Experiance a signature treatment of 1hour PLUS take home flower essences or patent herbs for only $70 (this offer must be mentioned at the time of booking)
Applications
Shura specializes in the areas of stress management and fertility as well as musculoskeletal injury, injury management and body maintenance. She also successfully treats a variety of health concerns including, headaches, digestive imbalance, weight loss, immunity and sleeping issues.
Pain and Injury
headaches, neck pain, back pain, sports injuries, occupational and repetitive strain injuries chronic pain.
Acupuncture is a safe and effective method of pain relief. Acupuncture stimulates peripheral nerves that send messages to the brain to release endorphins, (endorphins are renowned worldwide as anti-stress hormones that relieve pain naturally) the increased endorphin production is then able to block pain pathways in the brain. Acupuncture can be used for chronic pain management and acute pain or trauma. Including back pain, joint pain, neck pain, headaches.
Acupuncture not only assists with the pain associated with a injury but can also increase healing time, reduce swelling, promote blood and lymph circulation and increase mobility.
Stress
muscle tension, life balance coaching, anxiety, sleep disturbances, insomnia
'We currently live fast paced lives, drinking coffee while we talk on our mobile phones rushing from here to there, stressing out about deadlines and workloads, leaving little time to really enjoy our lives without our head spinning'....sound familar?
If you are having trouble with relaxing or aren't even sure how to relax you would greatly benefit from a inner qi signature treatment.
Women's health
dysmennorhea, amenorrhea, menorrhagia, polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis
Acupuncture and herbal medicine are effective in the treatment of a range on women's health concens by restoring balance to hormonal processes and facilitating the movement of qi and blood.
Preconception Care
Preconception care is lifestyle and dietary advice for couples who are planning to start a family. This not only safeguards health directly but enhances gamete and embryo quality
Infertility
Infertility may be associated with such pre-existing gynecology conditions or may be un-explained or idiopathic. If you are experiencing problems with your fertility Chinese medicine does offer solutions.
Often women that have difficulties conceiving have menstrual irregularities and treating those irregularities improves fertility so that successful conception is possible.
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Acupuncture affects the autonomic nervous system involved in the control of muscles and glands and can help make the lining of the uterus more receptive to receiving an embryo.
A recent German study found that the success rate of IVF procedures can be increased by almost 50% when combined with acupuncture.
Pregnancy
Morning sickness, fatigue, muscle cramps, back pain, lactation
Acupuncture is a safe treatment option in pregnancy –a time when many pharmaceutical medications can no longer be taken. Acupuncture has applications to each stage of pregnancy.
Enjoy the sensation of lying on your stomach again! Our purpose built pregnancy massage table has a bump sized space allowing for greater comfort during treatment. Every women will enjoy a pregnancy massage
PRACTITIONER'S BACKGROUND
Shura's study was conducted at Victoria University in Melbourne where she completed a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture with honors. She has also completed a Certificate of Advanced Clinical Practice in Acupuncture at Shenyang Hospital in China and additionally an advanced diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine at Southern School of Natural Medicine. Shura has been practicing for eight years and has consulted in London as well as locally in Melbourne for a number of years. She is a member of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) and a registered acupuncturist and herbalist with Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria (CMRBV).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to be unwell before I have a treatment?
Chinese medicine was originally a therapy used to prevent illness. You don't need to have a particular health concern to have Chinese medicine.
Will my insurance cover my treatment?
If you have extras cover from your private heath insurance provider they will rebate a portion of the consultation cost. This amount will depend on your fund and level of cover. Instant claiming is now available for major health funds, this means you only pay the gap!
Do the needles hurt?
The needles used in acupuncture are very fine and acupuncture is a painless therapy when applied correctly. Lots of my clients find it is so relaxing that they fall asleep.
How many times will I need to have a treatment?
This is dependant on a number of factors, such as how long the health concern has been present, this number of treatments would be different for every individual. As an indicaton though a course of treatment would be advised, this would often be 4-6 sessions.
Gift Vouchers
Personalized gift voucher are available by request and may be used for any service the recipient chooses.
Appointments
Call 0418 547 451 to arrange a consultation or use email link on page.
Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8am. After hours appointments are available by request.
Payment using eftpos, visa, matercard and bankcard now available.
Clinic location
The clinic is situated on the corner of Buckley and Washington Streets Essendon. Close to the intersections of Buckley and Lincoln Road. A five minute walk from Essendon station. Ample street parking is available.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Bachelor of Health Science Traditonal Chinese Medicine -Acupuncture (Honors)
Certificate of Advanced Clinical Practice (China)
Advanced Diploma of Tradtional Chinese Medicine -Herbal Medicine
Certificate of Reiki
Service Categories
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Chinese Massage, Cupping, Ear Candling, Flower Essences, Herbalists, Natural Fertility Management, Nutrition, Sports Injury Therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Weight Loss, Womens Health
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