Perimenopause is often described as a time when hormones decline, but the changes are more complex than that. This article explains what happens inside the body during perimenopause and why the experience can vary so much from one person to the next.

Pain is often thought of as a direct measure of tissue damage. Modern pain science has shown that the relationship is far more complex. This article explores why pain can persist after healing, why it fluctuates from day to day, and why recovery isn't always as simple as waiting for tissues to heal.

Endometriosis is more than tissue growing outside the uterus. This article explains what endometriosis is, how our understanding of the condition has evolved, its symptoms, diagnosis, and the principles of modern management.

PCOS is more than a condition affecting the ovaries. This article explains what PCOS is, why it has been renamed PMOS, how it's diagnosed, and the hormonal and metabolic changes that underpin the condition.

Why do many people feel calmer after acupuncture? This article explores what recent research tells us about acupuncture, the autonomic nervous system, and why these findings are changing the way researchers think about how acupuncture works.

Wondering what happens during your first Chinese medicine consultation? This article explains what to expect, why so many questions are asked, and how treatment is tailored to your individual health.

Acupuncture is rarely thought of as a one-off treatment. This article explores what current research tells us about treatment dose, why acupuncture is usually delivered as a course of care, and what that means for patients.