Author: Katherine Smyth

Katherine Smyth has over 15 years of clinical experience. Offering acupuncture, sports medicine and Microneedling for Castlegar, Trail, Nelson, Rossland and surrounding Kootenays regions. Specializes in Pain Management and Injury Treatment, Sports Enhancement, Prenatal and Postnatal Care, Women’s Health and Hormone Balancing, Concussion Syndrome, Skin and MicroNeedling. Kat provides her services from a serene and peaceful home clinic in Castlegar, BC. Book an appointment, visit www.katsmyth.com

Prenatal Acupuncture: Headaches in Pregnancy

Many pregnant women experience headaches throughout their pregnancy. In early pregnancy, increased blood circulation and hormonal changes can be the culprits. Other possible causes include stress, anxiety, fatigue, nasal congestion, eyestrain, and tension. Additionally, sudden elimination or reduction of caffeine intake upon discovering pregnancy can cause headaches due to withdrawal.

Pain, Injuries & Stress: How Acupuncture Can Help

Neck pain

How to help pain, injuries and stress: Many people often experience physical pain, injuries, and stress. Pain arises from the nervous system and can be sharp or dull, constant or intermittent, localized (like back pain) or widespread (like flu-related aches and pains). It signals us to address injuries and ailments.