Scott Billing
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Japanese Acupuncture
Focus areas
Hormones
Anxiety
Stress Management
Lifestyle
Health goals
Depression
About Us
Trained as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Scott Billings completed his formal education at Victoria University and abroad in Taiwan, having majored in Acupuncture, massage and Chinese diet therapy he went on to do a five year apprenticeship under a Japanese Acupuncture specialist and has since completed Post Grad. Studies in Manaka and Toyohari Japanese Acupuncture styles. Scott is a qualified academic practitioner of the Australian Branch of the Toyohari Association and current academic dean of the Melbourne Branch, he has been a senior lecturer at the Australian Shiatsu College for ten years.
As a member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS – 14834) Scott is continually updating his education and clinical skills.
If you have any enquiries about acupuncture and how it could be of assistance for you or if you know someone who would benefit from these services please visit the contact page.
Japanese Acupuncture
The core concept of Traditional Eastern Medicine (TEM) is the idea of the body as ‘self healing’.
TEM sees the body as a self rectifying dynamic whole – a network of interrelating energies (all of the inner chemistry of the body and its relation to the external world). This means that health is maintained when the distribution and flow of energies is even and harmonious. Ill health and disease therefore arise from depletion, stagnation or exacerbation of energy within the body.
How does it work?
Acupuncture utilizes specific points on the body which act as gateways into the body’s energy system which in turn govern the functioning of the internal organs, glands and tissues. These points allow the practitioner to correct imbalances and restore harmony not only to the specific area affected, but also the body as a whole. Health is maintained within certain limits yet illness arises when our biological activities move outside the optimum levels, leading first to decrease in activity then malfunction and finally disease.
What is Ki (Qi)?
Many interpretations exist for the word, often translated as energy. This can also be understood as information. The body is constantly circulating information in the form of nerve impulse, blood, fluids, hormones etc. in response to external and internal stimuli i.e. to secrete gastric juices when we eat food, gaseous exchange occurs with respiration and the blood which is sent to all tissues etc). Our health relies on the clear communication of all these messages so as to function optimally.
What are Acu-points and Meridians?
In the Oriental medical model this communication of information and the region of influence of the internal organs is processed along meridians (pathways of energetic influence) upon which acu-points lie (the access points to the energy within the meridians). These meridians traverse and connect all areas of the body.
Diagnostics
When imbalance or loss of function occurs signs and symptoms arise diagnostically such as pain or pressure points, hot or cold spots, muscle contraction or lack of tone, loss or inhibition of function. The collective nature of these signs and symptoms indicates the disease process. These are determined through consultation, pulse diagnosis and palpation. By accessing these points with needles or moxibustion we can regulate the distribution of information throughout the body to achieve optimum balance and therefore health.
What can Acupuncture treat?
Due to its holistic perspective the clinical diversity of acupuncture is broad:
Other benefits include increased vitality and energy, stress reduction, sense of ease and well-being, pain control and immune system tonification.
What to Expect
TEM draws together the physical, mental and emotional signs of ill health to form a basic pattern of disharmony. Due to this a consultation generally involves a detailed case history and examination. This deals with the presenting symptoms, general health (sleep, appetite, digestion, bowels etc), palpation of diagnostic areas on abdomen and pulse.
Once the systemic pattern is identified treatment incorporates a combination of the following:
Treatment
Before treatment begins
Avoid a totally empty stomach, alcohol, non-medicinal drugs and stimulants.
Before treatment use the toilet to avoid discomfort.
How you can expect to feel after a treatment
Response of a patient is dependent on many factors, however often the first responses are a deep feeling of relaxation, changes in general health, sleep, digestion and vitality.
Number of treatments required?
While some conditions respond very well to a single treatment, with others, a course of treatment may be required. This varies according to individual conditions such as age, lifestyle and state of general health, constitution and severity and chronicity of disease.
Does Acupuncture hurt?
Most people are surprised to learn that acupuncture needles are very thin. Acupuncturists attain a high level of skill in gently placing these tiny needles into the skin with a minimum of sensation to the patient. Japanese style acupuncture is noted for its absolute comfort.
Health Benefits
Benefits of TEM:
Drug free – no adverse side effects
Preventative – by making an integrated diagnosis, which puts the complaint in the context of the patient’s general health. Symptoms act as pointers, therefore detecting imbalance before it leads to illness.
Comprehensive – often problems additional to a patient’s original complaint can be resolved in the same treatment.
Safe – single use, disposable needles.
What you can do to assist your therapy
Moderation in all things is a good principle. Some things you can do include:
Please read the Health Maintenance brochure for more in depth information about things you can do to actively maintain your health.
Trained as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Scott Billings completed his formal education at Victoria University and abroad in Taiwan, having majored in Acupuncture, massage and Chinese diet therapy he went on to do a five year apprenticeship under a Japanese Acupuncture specialist and has since completed Post Grad. Studies in Manaka and Toyohari Japanese Acupuncture styles. Scott is a qualified academic practitioner of the Australian Branch of the Toyohari Association and current academic dean of the Melbourne Branch, he has been a senior lecturer at the Australian Shiatsu College for ten years.
As a member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS – 14834) Scott is continually updating his education and clinical skills.
If you have any enquiries about acupuncture and how it could be of assistance for you or if you know someone who would benefit from these services please visit the contact page.
Japanese Acupuncture
The core concept of Traditional Eastern Medicine (TEM) is the idea of the body as ‘self healing’.
TEM sees the body as a self rectifying dynamic whole – a network of interrelating energies (all of the inner chemistry of the body and its relation to the external world). This means that health is maintained when the distribution and flow of energies is even and harmonious. Ill health and disease therefore arise from depletion, stagnation or exacerbation of energy within the body.
How does it work?
Acupuncture utilizes specific points on the body which act as gateways into the body’s energy system which in turn govern the functioning of the internal organs, glands and tissues. These points allow the practitioner to correct imbalances and restore harmony not only to the specific area affected, but also the body as a whole. Health is maintained within certain limits yet illness arises when our biological activities move outside the optimum levels, leading first to decrease in activity then malfunction and finally disease.
What is Ki (Qi)?
Many interpretations exist for the word, often translated as energy. This can also be understood as information. The body is constantly circulating information in the form of nerve impulse, blood, fluids, hormones etc. in response to external and internal stimuli i.e. to secrete gastric juices when we eat food, gaseous exchange occurs with respiration and the blood which is sent to all tissues etc). Our health relies on the clear communication of all these messages so as to function optimally.
What are Acu-points and Meridians?
In the Oriental medical model this communication of information and the region of influence of the internal organs is processed along meridians (pathways of energetic influence) upon which acu-points lie (the access points to the energy within the meridians). These meridians traverse and connect all areas of the body.
Diagnostics
When imbalance or loss of function occurs signs and symptoms arise diagnostically such as pain or pressure points, hot or cold spots, muscle contraction or lack of tone, loss or inhibition of function. The collective nature of these signs and symptoms indicates the disease process. These are determined through consultation, pulse diagnosis and palpation. By accessing these points with needles or moxibustion we can regulate the distribution of information throughout the body to achieve optimum balance and therefore health.
What can Acupuncture treat?
Due to its holistic perspective the clinical diversity of acupuncture is broad:
- Neurological, Cardio–vascular
- Respiratory, Digestive – Genito/Urinary/ Gynae&Fertility
- Sleep, Emotional (anxiety, depression, stress etc)
- Eye/Ear/Dental, Musculo-Skeletal and more
Other benefits include increased vitality and energy, stress reduction, sense of ease and well-being, pain control and immune system tonification.
What to Expect
TEM draws together the physical, mental and emotional signs of ill health to form a basic pattern of disharmony. Due to this a consultation generally involves a detailed case history and examination. This deals with the presenting symptoms, general health (sleep, appetite, digestion, bowels etc), palpation of diagnostic areas on abdomen and pulse.
Once the systemic pattern is identified treatment incorporates a combination of the following:
- Acupuncture – the insertion of fine needles at various points along meridians that network and harmonise the body.
- Moxibustion – the burning of an herb (mugwort) either on the needle or held to close to the skin to warm, relax and invigorate.
- Diet / Exercise / Lifestyle – prescribed as corrective activities to enhance vitality and support treatment
Treatment
Before treatment begins
Avoid a totally empty stomach, alcohol, non-medicinal drugs and stimulants.
Before treatment use the toilet to avoid discomfort.
How you can expect to feel after a treatment
Response of a patient is dependent on many factors, however often the first responses are a deep feeling of relaxation, changes in general health, sleep, digestion and vitality.
Number of treatments required?
While some conditions respond very well to a single treatment, with others, a course of treatment may be required. This varies according to individual conditions such as age, lifestyle and state of general health, constitution and severity and chronicity of disease.
Does Acupuncture hurt?
Most people are surprised to learn that acupuncture needles are very thin. Acupuncturists attain a high level of skill in gently placing these tiny needles into the skin with a minimum of sensation to the patient. Japanese style acupuncture is noted for its absolute comfort.
Health Benefits
Benefits of TEM:
Drug free – no adverse side effects
Preventative – by making an integrated diagnosis, which puts the complaint in the context of the patient’s general health. Symptoms act as pointers, therefore detecting imbalance before it leads to illness.
Comprehensive – often problems additional to a patient’s original complaint can be resolved in the same treatment.
Safe – single use, disposable needles.
What you can do to assist your therapy
Moderation in all things is a good principle. Some things you can do include:
- Setting personal health goals
- Enjoying nutritious meals
- Balancing physical exercise
- Adopting a positive mental attitude
- Ensuring adequate rest & relaxation
Please read the Health Maintenance brochure for more in depth information about things you can do to actively maintain your health.
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