AcuRodos - Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Clinic

02/09/2026

🧠 Scientists just found a new "superhighway" between your gut and your brain.

It's called the interstitium — a connective tissue network researchers only recently realised runs continuously through your ENTIRE body. And it turns out it's a direct line for gut signals to reach (and influence) your brain.

Here's the part that stopped us in our tracks: Chinese medicine has treated the gut and the mind as one connected system for over 2,000 years. Poor digestion, anxiety, brain fog and bad sleep are often seen as the same underlying pattern, not four separate problems.

Modern science is arriving at the same conclusion — just via a completely different route.

If your anxiety, insomnia or low energy have ever felt "connected" to your digestion, you might be onto something. Read the full breakdown on our blog 👇
[link to blog post]

Struggling with any of this? We'd love to help. Book at acurodos.ie or call 089 400 5106.



https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mood-by-microbe/202605/a-gut-brain-axis-discovery-the-role-of-the-interstitium?fbclid=IwY2xjawUEnnFwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUhYY3ozQWpBUERpcVlFRldzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeeyCIdr9_4DPPhjTluviUmzE_R-rjdY9WM346T46BRC5lPKHckba2aHvFbGY_aem_2MHh4CIXNd-qZ2q12ljHVQ

A new, body-wide tissue has been discovered that may provide a new pathway for the gut-brain axis. Surprisingly, it may help to explain aspects of traditional Chinese medicine.

21/08/2026

🌿 It's Friday. Your body has been waiting all week.

If you've been meaning to book — back pain, poor sleep, anxiety, fatigue, migraines, digestive problems, skin issues, or just that low-level feeling that something isn't quite right — this weekend is a good time to do something about it.

At AcuRodos we still have availability this evening and Saturday 8pm–10pm. Sundays by WhatsApp.

And if you need a reason beyond "I'll try it once"— here's what this week's research showed:

→ Electroacupuncture significantly reduces depression in 3,843-patient trial
→ Acupuncture linked to 22% lower mortality in heart disease
→ Chinese herbal medicine reduces psoriasis severity scores
→ UMass Chan: "explosion in acupuncture research over the last decade"
→ Washington Post names acupuncture one of 3 top treatments for chronic back pain

The evidence is there. The clinic is open. The appointment takes less than 2 minutes to book.

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📍 Clonee Village, Co. Meath

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20/08/2026

📰 "We've seen an explosion in research over the last decade."

That's a researcher at UMass Chan Medical School, one of America's leading medical universities, speaking about acupuncture in June 2026. Research has demonstrated benefits for knee osteoarthritis, migraines, cancer-related fatigue, menopausal symptoms and post-operative nausea and vomiting. Researchers believe the future of acupuncture lies in integrative medicine, combining conventional medical care with complementary therapies supported by evidence.
Nature

In 2026, acupuncture is no longer positioned on the margins. It is now being recognised as a complementary modality that can enhance outcomes and improve patient experience.
Springer

We've been saying this for years. It's good to see the wider medical world catching up.

At AcuRodos we treat over 50 conditions — from back pain and migraines to fertility, menopause, IBS, anxiety and cancer support — using evidence-based Traditional Chinese Medicine in the heart of Clonee.

📲 Book at acurodos.ie
📞 089 400 5106
📍 Main Street, Clonee Village · Open until 10pm Mon–Fri · Sat 8pm–10pm

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19/08/2026

✨ Skin problems are rarely just skin problems.

A 2026 systematic review and meta-analysis published in Frontiers in Pharmacology examined Chinese herbal medicine formulas for psoriasis. TCM formula treatment showed marked benefits in reducing Psoriasis Area and Severity Index scores and Dermatology Life Quality Index scores across different types of psoriasis, with the most commonly used formulas being Blood Cooling and Detoxification Formula, Taohong Siwu Decoction and Blood Nourishing and Detoxifying Formula.
PubMed Central

In Chinese medicine, skin conditions are an expression of internal imbalance — not just a surface problem. Eczema, psoriasis, acne and rosacea each reflect a different internal pattern, which is why two people with "eczema" may need completely different treatment.

We treat the pattern driving the skin from the inside out. Herbal consultations are available at AcuRodos following individual personal assessment.

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📍 Clonee Village · Open until 10pm weekdays

⚠️ Herbal preparations discussed and supplied following individual consultation only.

18/08/2026

❤️ This one stopped us in our tracks.

A nationwide study conducted in South Korea found that people with disabilities diagnosed with ischemic heart disease who received acupuncture had an approximately 22% lower hazard of all-cause mortality compared to those who did not, with patients receiving the greatest number of treatments showing the lowest mortality risk.
Medical Xpress

This isn't a claim that acupuncture treats heart disease. It's complementary care — used alongside medication and cardiology follow-up. But a 22% reduction in all-cause mortality is a number that deserves serious attention.

Chinese medicine has always understood the heart as more than a pump — it governs the mind, the emotions and the quality of sleep. When we treat the heart pattern, we treat the whole person.

If you have high blood pressure, palpitations, high cholesterol, or a history of cardiovascular conditions — speak to your GP first, and ask whether complementary support might be appropriate alongside your medical care.

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📍 Clonee, Co. Meath · Open until 10pm Mon–Fri

17/08/2026

🧠 New research just confirmed what we see in clinic every week.

A systematic review from Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai — covering 36 randomised controlled trials and 3,843 patients — found that acupuncture significantly reduced depressive symptoms in patients with major depressive disorder, with electroacupuncture, treatment courses longer than six weeks, and approximately 30 treatments total associated with the most favourable outcomes.
Medical Xpress

Anxiety, low mood, burnout and stress are among the most common reasons people come to AcuRodos. Not because acupuncture is a magic fix — but because it addresses the nervous system at the root, not just the symptoms.

If you've been carrying low mood, exhaustion or that flat, disconnected feeling for longer than feels normal — it might be time to do something different.

📲 Book at acurodos.ie
📞 WhatsApp: 089 400 5106
📍 Clonee Village, Co. Meath · Open until 10pm weekdays

15/08/2026

🌿 Last-minute availability this week at AcuRodos — book before these slots go.

We have good availability across Monday 17th, Tuesday 18th, Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th morning and Friday 21st afternoon — including early morning slots from 7am and evening slots until 10pm.

If you've been putting off booking, this week is the week to start.

What we treat:

✓ Back pain, sciatica, neck pain, frozen shoulder
✓ Migraines and headaches
✓ Anxiety, stress, insomnia and burnout
✓ Fertility and IVF support
✓ Digestive issues — IBS, bloating, acid reflux
✓ Menopause symptoms
✓ Skin conditions — eczema, acne, rosacea
✓ Cancer supportive care
✓ General fatigue and low energy

We're the only acupuncture clinic in the Clonee, Blanchardstown and Dunboyne area open from 7am to 10pm Monday to Friday. No need to take time off work.

📲 Book now at www.acurodos.ie or via the Fresha link in our bio.
📞 Can't find a slot? WhatsApp Jose directly on 089 400 5106.
📍 Main Street, Clonee Village, Co. Meath

VHI · Laya · Irish Life · Aviva · HSF · Glo Health · Medical Aid approved — claim back per session.

10/08/2026

📰 Today's Washington Post named acupuncture as one of just three recommended treatments for chronic low back pain.

The article — published this morning and hyperlinked on the post below — identified three "unexpected" approaches that the evidence supports for chronic low back pain (defined as pain lasting more than 12 weeks and a leading cause of disability worldwide):

① Acupuncture
② Hydrotherapy
③ Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Acupuncture was listed first and described as "effective alone or when used alongside more conventional therapies like exercise."

This isn't new information for practitioners like us — but it matters that it's being said in a mainstream newspaper reaching millions of readers. Because so many people in Ireland are still managing chronic back pain with anti-inflammatories, injections and rest, often with limited long-term results.

The evidence has been building for years. NICE Guideline NG193 already recommends acupuncture as a first-line treatment for chronic primary pain. The largest acupuncture pain meta-analysis ever conducted — pooling data from 20,827 patients — confirmed significant pain reduction beyond placebo, with effects lasting 12 months after treatment ended.

At AcuRodos we treat chronic low back pain using a combination of:

✓ Classical acupuncture
✓ Tung Acupuncture — distal needling for rapid pain relief without needling the painful area
✓ Electroacupuncture where appropriate
✓ Infrared heat therapy
✓ Personalised 90-Day Recovery Roadmap at your initial consultation

Most patients with chronic low back pain report significant improvement within 4 to 6 sessions. We work alongside your GP, physio or CBT therapist — not instead of them.

We're open Mon–Fri 7am–10pm, Sat 8pm–10pm, and by WhatsApp on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

🌐 www.acurodos.ie
📞 089 400 5106
📍 Main Street, Clonee Village, Co. Meath

VHI · Laya · Irish Life · Aviva · HSF · Glo Health · Medical Aid approved.



https://acurodos.ie/acupuncture-chronic-low-back-pain-washington-post/

The Washington Post names acupuncture a top treatment for chronic low back pain. Evidence-based acupuncture at AcuRodos, Clonee

08/08/2026

🌿 Great news — AcuRodos is available 7 days a week.

We know that health doesn't wait for a convenient weekday slot. That's why we're open every day so you can book a session that actually fits around your life.

Here's how it works:

🗓 Monday to Friday — 7am to 10pm
Book online anytime at acurodos.ie

🗓 Saturday — 8pm to 10pm
Book online anytime at acurodos.ie
👉 This evening, Saturday 8th August — slots are available NOW

🗓 Sundays & Bank Holidays — by request
WhatsApp Jose directly on 089 400 5106 to check availability and book. Subject to availability, reply usually within the hour.

We are the only acupuncture clinic in the Clonee, Blanchardstown and Dunboyne area open until 10pm weekdays, every Saturday evening, and available by request on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

No more choosing between your health and your schedule. 🌿

Services available across all days:
✓ Acupuncture & Electroacupuncture
✓ Chinese Herbal Medicine Consultations
✓ Cupping & Moxibustion
✓ Tui Na Massage
✓ Reflexology
✓ TCM Nutrition Consultations

🌐 Book online: acurodos.ie
📞 WhatsApp: 089 400 5106
📍 Main Street, Clonee Village, Co. Meath

VHI · Laya · Irish Life · Aviva · HSF · Glo Health · Medical Aid approved.

01/08/2026

🎗 A new randomised clinical trial has confirmed something that integrative oncology has been building toward for years — and we think it's worth sharing carefully and honestly.

A study published this month in the journal Cancers enrolled 107 patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) — cancers of the mouth, throat and larynx — who were undergoing radiotherapy. Half received traditional acupuncture plus auricular acupressure alongside their radiotherapy. Half received no additional intervention.

The results showed a striking contrast between the two groups:

→ Patients receiving acupuncture improved across ALL five quality of life domains — physical, psychological, social, environmental and overall wellbeing — during radiotherapy.
→ Patients who received no acupuncture deteriorated across these same domains during the same period.
→ The intervention was well tolerated with no significant adverse events.

Head and neck cancer treatment is one of the most quality-of-life-impairing experiences in oncology. Radiotherapy in this region affects eating, swallowing, speaking and breathing. Dry mouth, pain, fatigue and severe psychological distress are common. The fact that a non-invasive complementary therapy produced measurable improvements across every domain of wellbeing — while the untreated group deteriorated — is clinically significant.

This builds on existing evidence: a major phase III trial at MD Anderson Cancer Center previously found that acupuncture significantly reduced radiation-induced dry mouth (xerostomia) — one of the most debilitating long-term side effects of head and neck radiotherapy.

At AcuRodos we offer a Cancer Support & Recovery package — 8 sessions, €380, with 12-month validity to accommodate treatment schedules. We work alongside your oncology team, not independently of it.

⚠️ Acupuncture is complementary care. It does not treat or cure cancer. Always discuss with your oncologist before beginning any complementary therapy.

📍 Main Street, Clonee Village, Co. Meath
📞 089 400 5106 · acurodos.ie
🕖 Mon–Fri: 7am–10pm | Sat: 8pm–10pm



https://acurodos.ie/acupuncture-quality-of-life-head-neck-cancer-radiotherapy-ireland/

A 2026 randomised trial confirms acupuncture improves quality of life during head and neck cancer radiotherapy. Cancer supportive care at AcuRodos