Nicola Court - Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and massage

09/06/2026

I really enjoy treating kids ..acupuncture is usually well tolerated.
However for some conditions ..Including skin..(think eczema..)Acupuncture just doesn't cut it.
They need herbs

I have started treating a 3 year old who has been making herself bleed she is so itchy and hot.
Permission given to share photos

With young children we use topical herbs and baths...this is 6 days apart

We really balk at the use of topical steroids and they dont fix the problem!
Whe the skin gets infected, then antibiotics are sometimes unavoidable

But 6 days in..look at the difference!

Daily baths of 20 mins in specially prescribed herbs.

If you know anyone whose child is suffering..show them this.

And give them my number!

11/05/2026

Making bone knitting pills for a client who broke her arm
The aim is to strengthen the bones and the tendons and ligaments
We adapt the formula as the original traditional formula used Tiger bone. Obviously we don't include that in our modern adaptation.

15/04/2026

This is such an unpleasant condition to deal with but did you know that Chinese herbal medicine can address it!?

If you're suffering from topical steroid withdrawal, get in touch to discuss a treatment plan for you.

https://www.rchm.co.uk/articles/bbc-coverage-of-topical-steroid-withdrawal-tsw-and-the-plight-of-eczema-patients?fbclid=IwdGRjcARMCYJjbGNrBEwJY2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHvrfAmQtz4seyJZizc92vSPO8DlUMjGoZaUZgPsUIDjr9rmO6oHLM4LhUE4T_aem_7d1Ba2l_22atGPJNthdI-Q

RCHM response to BBC coverage of Topical Steroid Withdrawal

07/04/2026

A snippet of the chaos of the past week!
A last minute decision to move downstairs, to a single room, has meant its been all hands on deck.

The room is 80% there...still have some boxes to unpack....but im in.

Who wants an opening drinks /tea coffee party??

28/03/2026

Vitamin d deficiency linked to fertility issues.
Here's how it can be a problem if your numbers are low

07/03/2026

Give me strength
**u

06/03/2026

I have a 2nd hand physio couch for sale. It needs a couple of plastic foot caps . Is used but in good condition.

Plynth 2000

3 section adjustable with built in face hole.

Hydrolic not electric.
Collection only from Harlow.
Asking £250

02/03/2026

It's that time again!
Keeping you all safe in the clinic.
First aid at work refresher

17/02/2026

Navigating the Year of the Fire Horse (2026)
​If 2025 felt like a year of slow, deliberate transformation, get ready to change gears. Today, we usher in the Year of the Fire Horse.🐎 ​In the Chinese Zodiac, the Horse is a symbol of energy and freedom, but when you pair it with the Fire element, you get what astrologers call "Double Fire." This combination only happens once every 60 years, making 2026 a rare, high-octane period defined by rapid change and intense passion.
​How 2026 Differs from 2025
🐍​Last year was the Wood Snake. The Snake is strategic, quiet, and introspective; it was a year for "shedding skin"—letting go of old versions of ourselves and planning from the shadows.
​In contrast, the Fire Horse doesn’t do "quiet."
​Where the Snake coiled and waited, the Horse bolts. 🐎Expect the pace of life to accelerate significantly.
​2025 was about internal growth; 2026 is about externalizing that growth. It’s time to step into the spotlight.
​If 2025 was the year to write the blueprint, 2026 is the year to break ground and build.
🐎​The Fire Horse is perhaps the most energetic sign in the 60-year cycle. Its influence brings specific traits to the forefront of the global consciousness:
​Independence: A fierce desire for freedom and a refusal to be "reined in" by outdated rules.
​🐎The Fire Horse acts on instinct. This can lead to brilliant breakthroughs or "crash and burn" moments if🐎 not managed.
​Optimism:
🐎There is a "can-do" spirit in the air. People will feel more courageous and willing to take leaps of faith.
​🐎 Fire is transformative but hard to control. Temperaments may flare, and social movements may become more heated.
​What to Expect: Health & Well-being
​The health focus for 2026 is all about energy management.
​Cardiovascular Health: In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Horse and Fire are both linked to the Heart. Prioritize cardio, but watch your blood pressure.
​Mental Burnout: Because the pace is so fast, "adrenal fatigue" is a real risk. You might feel "tired but wired."
​The "Water" Balance: Since there is so much Fire energy, you need "Water" to balance it. This means staying hydrated, but also figuratively. Swim!

28/01/2026

Healthcare is soooo serious and i'm all in favour of a bit of fun and light heartedness - this picture is perfect!

Have you found any other examples? id love to see them!