Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine and Massage
Whitstable, Herne Bay, Broadstairs (Margate, Ramsgate)
For nearly 25 years, I have dedicated myself to the practice of Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, and it is amazing how quickly the time has flown by! I have been fortunate to have a thriving practice that has allowed me to gain extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions. As an acupunturist/herbalist, the more common ailments I see are anxiety, arthritis, digestive issues insomnia, hormonal imbalances, migraine, musculo/skeletal pain, skin conditions (acne, eczema etc), stress and fertility, gynaecological & pregnancy related issues. However, Chinese Medicine is a complete medical system in its own right so the list does not end there.
My primary practice used to be Islington, central London where I have been working as an acupuncturist for the past 20 years. However, I have just made the hard decision to leave and to focus on my practices in Whitstable, Herne Bay and more recently Broadstairs conveniently close Margate and Ramsgate as they require more of my time. From January 2025, I will be able to offer some more availability in Kent.
As an acupuncturist and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), I believe in treating each individual uniquely, recognising that no two people are the same even if they present with similar symptoms. This approach allows me to tailor treatments combining acupuncture, herbs, tuning forks, cupping and massage to meet the specific needs of each person. I prefer the term Complementary Medicine to alternative medicine, as I am equally comfortable integrating and working alongside Western medical treatments as I am in using Chinese medicine/Acupuncture on its own.
Magdalena is originally from Sweden but she moved to London in 1996, partly because she wanted to study Chinese Medicine and acupuncture . With her husband and two children, she relocated to the seaside in Whitstable, Kent in 2012.
Practice Locations
I currently practice from my home in Whitstable within easy reach of Canterbury, Herne Bay and Faversham, in the beautiful Tide therapies clinic in picturesque Broadstairs with close proximity to Margate and Ramsgate and at Osteopathy &Wellbeing in Herne Bay
What my clients say...
"I first came to see Magdalena for fertility on recommendations from a friend. I'm very happy to say that I'm now a proud mum of two beautiful boys. I still see Magdalena occasionally but now more to rebalance my hormones and fix my back when it plays up" Sarah
"I was really nervous about the needles at first but Magdalena's calm and reassuring manner put me instantly at ease....and, I could hardly feel the needles at all. I also felt very relaxed afterwards" Kim
"After a course of acupuncture and Chinese herbs, my acne has completely cleared. As a bonus I also sleep much better and I feel less anxious and stressed. Thanks Magdalena!" Sonia
Let's take a look at ... ...
Each month I'll be taking a closer look at a particular health problem . This month, I will be delving into the issues Perimenopause and Menopause.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the changes of perimenopause or menopause? Well, you are not alone!
Hormonal fluctuations can be a cause for anything from mild to severe symptoms. It could be that this has been the case in terms of menstrual history and PMS or a more recent onset with menopausal midlife changes. Sometimes I meet women where the attitude of medical professionals or societal norms have made them feel this is just part of the parcel.... but that is not so. Although these potential issue are common, they are by no means something that should just be accepted.
Hormones fluctuate throughout our lives but more so at particular stages. This can cause imbalances in how the body functions and feels. Although not an illness or disease, they can sometimes be very debilitating.
The good news is there is help to get, to smoothen out these fluctuations. The particular symptoms often associated with menopause such as hot flushes, mood swings, lethargy, brain fog and poor sleep can be greatly alleviated with Acupuncture/Chinese herbal medicine. They work to harmonise and rebalance the body and the mind by regulating the nervous systems, hormones production and neurotransmitters. In Chinese Medicine, we would call this nourishing Yin, stabilising Yang and regulating Qi. Acupuncture is further great at relieving stress and inducing calm and relaxation.
I will always make sure to offer a safe secure space where we can discuss these issues thoroughly to increase efficiency by utilising a person centered individual approach where I will incorporate diet and lifestyle advice where appropriate.
Whether you have chosen to explore HRT or not, Acupuncture and/or herbs can be a powerful addition to make this transition a smoother and healthier way of moving forward.
Self-help tips: Stay active - walking, yoga, weights are brilliant ways of boosting health , balancing hormones and managing weight. Diet - Clean foods! Such as fruit, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and avoiding Ultra Processed Foods (UPF). Hydration- water, water, water! Mindfulness and relaxation - or just a bit of 'me-time' some time to yourself to find your feet, peace and harmony.
Next month we will be looking Anxiety . . . .
WHITSTABLE, BROADSTAIRS, MARGATE, RAMSGATE, CANTERBURY & HERNE BAY, EAST KENT.
