Alchemy Wellness Centre

Acupuncture in Byron Bay

Byron Bay Acupuncture

Dr. R.J. Singer (Chinese Medicine) is trained in the Master Tung lineage of acupuncture in Byron Bay. This style differs from standard TCM acupuncture and consists of 740 additional acupuncture points. Master Tung Ching Chang was a physician of Chinese Medicine and a scholar of the I-Ching, known for his unique approach and influence on modern acupuncture practice. He was a Chinese Medicine physician and scholar of the I-Ching. He became famous for the results he obtained using just a few needles. The acupuncture points are needled far away from the affected area. In most cases, the patient notices the effect immediately upon insertion of the needle. Practitioners value this style for its application to a wide range of health concerns, particularly musculoskeletal pain and internal conditions.

Dr. Tung’s Points were a treasured family secret, handed down and refined over many generations. After fleeing for his life to Taiwan during the Cultural Revolution in China, Master Tung began to teach his secret acupuncture point system.

Adults and children seek acupuncture treatments from R.J. for a wide variety of conditions, from pain to chronic illness. His goal in treatment is to consider underlying factors as well as presenting concerns.

Book online or call us today on (02) 6687 1276 to book your appointment with R.J.

Benefits of Acupuncture

• Generally considered safe when performed by a qualified practitioner.
• Side effects are usually mild and temporary, such as slight bruising or soreness.
• It is sometimes used alongside other therapies, depending on individual circumstances.
• It is often chosen by people seeking relief from various types of pain.
• Believed to encourage circulation and relaxation.
• Thought to support the body’s natural processes of balance and repair.

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