Jennie Chew Acupuncturist

24/07/2026

Acupuncture Effective for Symptom Relief in IBS, finds study.

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A meta-analysis of sham-controlled clinical trials has found that acupuncture significantly improves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) compared with sham treatment. The findings support ...

05/07/2026

Acupuncture pilot for cancer patients in Truro, Cornwall

For more than two decades, the Sunrise Appeal has played a vital role in enhancing cancer care across Cornwall - and one of its latest funded initiatives is already making a remarkable impact on patients' lives.

As the Sunrise Appeal-funded acupuncture pilot reached its conclusion at the end of May, its success is highlighting both the impact of the service and the growing need for future provision.

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The successful 18-month pilot has been funded by the Sunrise Appeal.

19/06/2026

True acupoint acupuncture improved neurological impairment metrics and motor function among patients after a stroke.

HealthDay News — True acupoint (TA) acupuncture alleviates neurological impairment and can improve motor recovery among patients with stroke, according to a study published online June 3 in CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics.

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Among patients that have experienced a stroke, acupuncture can improve motor recovery and alleviate neurological impairment.

07/06/2026

Acupuncture improves muscle function recovery in stroke patients

Paralysis on one side of the body is common after stroke. A new study in CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics demonstrates that acupuncture can significantly improve muscle function recovery in patients who experienced a stroke, with this recovery correlating to increases in grey matter volume in certain regions of the brain related to cognitive-motor integration.

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Paralysis on one side of the body is common after stroke. A new study in CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics demonstrates that acupuncture can significantly improve muscle function recovery in patients who experienced a stroke, with this recovery correlating to increases in grey matter volume in certain...

25/05/2026

Scientists are finally decoding how acupuncture eases pain

Your body has a built-in painkiller system. Acupuncture may switch it on.

“Ultimately, the vision for 2034 is not about promoting one system over another, but about stronger health systems that reflect how people seek care,” says Kim.

You can read the rest of the article here: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/health/article/acupuncture-evidence-pain-management

or the archived version here: https://archive.is/20260515003935/https://www.nationalgeographic.com/health/article/acupuncture-evidence-pain-management -6735.0-6735.160

17/05/2026

Electro-acupuncture shows promise in obesity management

A team of scientists led by Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Hong Kong University (HKU) has found evidence that electro-acupuncture - a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment - could be used to manage obesity.

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A team of scientists led by Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Hong Kong University (HKU) has found evidence that electro-acupuncture - a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment - could be used to manage obesity.

04/05/2026

Acupuncture regulates immune function through specific neural circuit activation

Researchers from Fudan University and the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences published a detailed review in Acupuncture Research in May 2025. Their paper brings together recent studies showing that acupuncture can influence the immune system by acting on specific nerve pathways. By combining knowledge from brain science, immunology, and systems biology, they explain how stimulating acupuncture points activates sensory nerves and parts of the autonomic and digestive nervous systems. This coordinated nerve activity then helps regulate immune responses across different organs.

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Traditional explanations of acupuncture often emphasize direct acupoint-organ relationships, focusing on local stimulation or endpoint physiological changes.

16/04/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 ‘𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠’ 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐛 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲

The study sheds light on the efficacy of polygoni multiflori radix (PMT), also known as the “tuber fleeceflower,” a dried root tuber that has been used to treat hair loss and early graying for thousands of years.

The promotion of hair growth is just one of its many purported benefits, which also include antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential, brain and heart health benefits and even “anti-cancer effects,” according to the study’s authors.

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The herb "bridges ancient wisdom and modern science," according to the authors of a new study.

29/03/2026

Can Cosmetic Acupuncture Become a 'Natural Filler'?

Well according to Dr Kadir, “It [acupunture] creates controlled micro-stimulation that increases circulation, supports collagen signalling, and enhances skin vitality. From a dermatological view, it’s more about improving skin function than altering structure”

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Non-invasive beauty treatments are more popular than ever, and cosmetic acupuncture is becoming part of the conversation

08/03/2026

LUKE-ING GOOD ‘Struggling’ darts star reveals bizarre hypnosis and acupuncture cure to save his career from dreaded ‘dartitis’

MARTIN LUKEMAN has revealed how acupuncture and hypnosis helped save his career.

The World No38 has been fighting the dreaded condition of dartitis that affects a player’s ability to release the dart.

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MARTIN LUKEMAN has revealed how acupuncture and hypnosis helped save his career. The World No38 has been fighting the dreaded condition of dartitis that affects a player’s ability to release the da…