In my clinic in Randwick, I hear a version of the same story almost every week. A patient sits down and tells me they’ve had migraines for years — sometimes decades. They’ve tried triptans, preventive medications, dietary changes, reduced screen time. The migraines keep coming. Then, almost as an afterthought, they mention that they wake … Read more
“I used to be a morning person. Now I wake up already tired.” If that sounds familiar, keep reading. By Jin Choi, Acupuncturist· Sydney, NSW·8 min read In my clinic in Randwick, there’s a conversation I have almost every week. A woman in her early-to-mid 40s sits down across from me, and within the first … Read more
Acupuncture is no longer just an “alternative” therapy; it is a sophisticated, evidence-based medical practice that has evolved significantly. In today’s fast-paced world, finding the right practitioner isn’t just about looking at a price tag—it’s about finding a clinical partner who understands the complexity of the human body. Whether you are a long-term resident of … Read more
Introduction: A Personal Reflection on the Post-Viral Fatigue. Recently, I found myself in a position that many of my patients in Randwick often describe—stricken with a persistent viral infection that left me sidelined for over a week. As an acupuncturist with over 10 years of experience, I am well-versed in the theory of immune health, … Read more
Have you ever felt like your shoulders are permanently glued to your ears, no matter how much you try to “just relax”? You might have tried massages, hot baths, or stretching, but within an hour, the tightness returns. If this sounds familiar, you aren’t dealing with simple muscle fatigue. You are likely experiencing Protective Muscle … Read more
Frozen shoulder is one of the more frustrating conditions I see in clinic. Not because it’s difficult to understand — the mechanics are actually fairly straightforward — but because of how long it takes, how much it affects daily life, and how often patients feel like nothing is being done about it. “My doctor told … Read more
There’s a pattern I see almost every week in my clinic in Randwick. A patient comes in with neck and shoulder tension — tight, aching, sometimes referring into the head or down the arm. They’ve had massage. It helped for a day or two, then came back. They’ve tried stretching. Same result. Some have had … Read more
When couples come to see me about fertility, there’s a pattern I notice almost every time. The woman has already done extensive research — she knows her cycle, her AMH levels, possibly her antral follicle count. She’s read about acupuncture, changed her diet, started supplements. Her partner, more often than not, hasn’t had any testing … Read more
Are you curious about acupuncture but a little nervous about the needles? You are not alone. Most of our new patients at Randwick Acupuncture Clinic come in with the same big question: “Does it hurt?” It is a natural reaction. We have been conditioned to associate needles with painful flu shots or blood tests. But … Read more
Many patients come to me confused because they have a normal MRI but still in pain. If your MRI is normal but you are still in pain, you are not alone.”It is a scenario I see in my clinic every day. A patient walks in, clutching an MRI or Ultrasound report that says everything is … Read more
