Acupuncture is a healing method that originated in China around 2,500 years ago. It is based on the idea that energy flows through the body via energy channels, known as meridians, which are connected to organs and functions in the body. These meridians transport energy (Qi) to all parts of the body.
The degree of balance on a physical, emotional and mental level determines, among other things, a person's well-being. When blockages arise in this energy circulation, due to stress, illness, emotions or lifestyle, complaints can arise.
By stimulating the meridians via acupuncture points, acupuncture helps the body to restore its energy flow. This restores balance to the body and can reduce or even eliminate symptoms.
The effect of acupuncture on pain is now well known, but it is also used to treat complaints such as fatigue, sleep problems, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalance and stress. See the links below for more information.
Very thin needles are used, which are placed at specific points. In addition, we sometimes use other methods in our practice, such as laser light, magnets, heat or massage, to support the flow of energy. More information about the use of laser therapy can be found under the heading 'treatments'.
The treatment is generally relaxing and most people find it barely painful. At our practice, we only use sterile disposable needles for regular acupuncture, in accordance with the applicable hygiene and professional standards.
Even if you have no previous experience with acupuncture, we will gladly take the time to calmly explain what you can expect.
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If you have any questions about this therapy, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Disclaimer: All therapies offered by us are considered complementary to the regularly indicated medical treatment.
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Do you know that nowadays you can arrange many medical matters online whenever and wherever you want? This saves you a telephone contact with our GP practice.
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Do you know that nowadays you can arrange many medical matters online whenever and wherever you want? This saves you a telephone contact with our GP practice.
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For less urgent complaints, you can send us an e-Consult. Our practice then usually answers your query within 48h. Since you don't call, this saves us incoming calls and helps us spread out crowds.
Do you know that nowadays you can arrange many medical matters online whenever and wherever you want? This saves you a telephone contact with our GP practice.
To view and repeat your current medication you need to log in to the patient portal. You will need DigiD for this. Click the button below to log in.
You can use this website to repeat your own chronically active medication. If you take one or more medicines for a longer period, the pharmacy has a free service especially for you: they make sure your medicines are ready at a pre-arranged time.
Do you know that nowadays you can arrange many medical matters online whenever and wherever you want? This saves you a telephone contact with our GP practice. For example, you can view results, request repeat prescriptions or ask your GP a question. You can arrange this in two ways: via the ‘patient environment’ on our website or with the ‘My GP Online’ app.
Your GP puts all the information about your health into a computer. This is called a medical file. For example, the GP puts in what diseases you have, what tests and treatments you have had and what medicines you are taking. This way, your medical information is all together.
Your (GP) doctor and pharmacies can connect their computers to the National Switch Point (LSP). Through the LSP, they can share your most important medical data. Another healthcare provider can view those medical details. The video below briefly explains how the LSP works when you come to the GP surgery.
