Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
With Melinda Webb and Charlie Foust
Common reasons people seek acupuncture
Pain and musculoskeletal conditions
Neck, shoulder and back pain
Headaches and migraines
Stress, anxiety and nervous system regulation
Poor sleep and insomnia
Fatigue and low energy
Digestive concerns
Women's health and menstrual health
Fertility and IVF support
Pregnancy care and preparation for labour
Postnatal recovery
Paediatric care for infants and children
Menopause support
Respiratory health and allergies
General wellbeing and preventative healthcare
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Health is not simply the absence of pain or illness. It is the ability of the body to adapt, recover and function well through the many stages of life.
At Beattie Street Health, acupuncture is used to support people experiencing both acute and long-term health concerns, while also helping those who simply want to improve their overall wellbeing and maintain good health. Every treatment is individual, recognising that no two people experience the same symptoms in the same way.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been practised for thousands of years and is founded on the understanding that the body functions as an interconnected system. Rather than focusing only on a diagnosis or isolated symptom, Chinese Medicine looks at the relationships between the body's organs, circulation, nervous system, emotions, digestion, sleep, hormones and overall vitality.
Using pulse diagnosis, tongue assessment and a detailed health history, we identify patterns within the body that may be contributing to your symptoms. Treatment is then designed to support the body's natural ability to regulate, repair and restore balance.
Why People Choose Acupuncture
People seek acupuncture for many different reasons. Some are looking for relief from pain or injury, while others are searching for support with stress, sleep, digestion, hormones, fertility, pregnancy, recovery after birth, or simply to feel more like themselves again.
At Beattie Street Health, we care for people at every stage of life, from infants and children through to adults and the elderly. Whether you're managing a long-standing health concern, recovering from illness, navigating a life transition, or wanting to support your overall wellbeing, treatment is tailored to your individual needs.
Your treatment may include acupuncture alongside other traditional therapies such as moxibustion, a gentle warming technique often used to improve circulation, relieve pain, warm the body and support pregnancy, including preparation for labour when clinically appropriate.
Cupping therapy or Gua sha may also be incorporated to encourage healthy blood flow, release muscle tension, reduce stagnation and assist the body's natural recovery processes. Depending on your presentation, cupping or gua sha may be used on its own or alongside acupuncture.
At Beattie Street Health, treatment is not simply about helping you relax for an hour. It is about restoring the body's natural capacity to regulate itself, allowing you to move from a constant state of survival into one of recovery, resilience and long-term wellbeing.
Please note, private health rebates can be processed on the spot for an immediate refund.
Melinda Webb
Dr Chinese Medicine, Acupuncturist & herbalist
Dr Joe Dispenza Health Practitioner
Spinal Energetics - level 2
Breathwork facilitator
Charlie Foust
WOMEN’S HEALTH
Women’s Health
Chinese Medicine has a long history of supporting women's health throughout every stage of life. From the first menstrual cycle through to perimenopause and menopause.
Care is centred on listening, understanding and working alongside each woman's changing needs.
Care can focus around:
Painful periods
Irregular cycles
PMS
PCOS / PMOS
Endometriosis support
Hormonal imbalance
Menopause
Perimenopause
Treatment focuses on understanding each person's individual cycle and restoring healthy function rather than simply managing symptoms.
Fertility & IVF Support
We have a particular interest in fertility and reproductive health. Creating new life begins with caring for your own.
Each treatment is approached with gentleness, understanding and respect for each person's unique experience.
Care may include support for:
Preconception health
Egg quality
Sperm health
Cycle regulation
Ovulation support
Implantation support
IVF preparation
Egg Freezing
Frozen embryo transfer
Emotional wellbeing throughout fertility treatment
Acupuncture may be incorporated alongside natural conception or assisted reproductive treatment including IVF and ICSI.
Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy is a time of extraordinary change as the body continually adapts to support both mother and baby. Treatments are tailored to each stage of pregnancy.
Acupuncture may support:
Morning sickness
Fatigue
Pelvic pain
Back pain
Rib pain
Sleep disturbances
Stress during pregnancy
Breech presentation (where clinically appropriate)
Birth preparation
Post-date pregnancy
Natural labour
We help you prepare both physically and emotionally for labour through gentle, evidence, informed care.
Mother Warming / Postnatal Care
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the weeks following birth are considered one of the most important times in a woman's life, we refer to this as “Mother Warming. “
This time is about gently restoring warmth, replenishing energy, and supporting the body as it recovers from pregnancy and birth while adjusting to life with a new baby.
.After pregnancy and labour, the body is naturally depleted as it recovers, heals and adjusts to caring for a new baby.
We provide support for :
Recovery after vaginal or c- section birth
Fatigue and exhaustion
Emotional wellbeing
Pelvic pain or perineal discomfort
Scar healing (c- section or episiotomy)
Ongoing bleeding or delayed healing
Breastfeeding support
Hormonal recovery
Back, neck & shoulder pain from feeding & carrying baby
Wrist pain, carpal tunnel
Musculoskeletal discomfort
Whether you are in the early weeks after birth or months into motherhood and still feeling exhausted or depleted, Mother warming offers an opportunity to slow down, be cared for and support your own wellbeing as you care for your baby
GENERAL HEALTH & WELLBEING
Stress, Anxiety, Nervous System Regulation
Acupuncture may support people experiencing:
Stress and emotional overwhelm
Anxiety and excessive worry
Burnout and chronic fatigue
Nervous system dysregulation
Difficulty switching off
Panic attacks
Sleep disturbances
Emotional exhaustion
Grief and life transitions
Tension headaches
Jaw clenching and muscle tension
Digestive symptoms associated with stress
Hormonal changes influenced by chronic stress
Restoring the body's natural capacity to regulate itself, allowing you to move from a constant state of survival into one of recovery, resilience and long-term wellbeing.
Healthy Ageing
Treatment may support:
Arthritis and joint pain
Rheumatoid arthritis
Neck and back pain
Reduced mobility and flexibility
Osteoarthritis
Muscle stiffness
Fatigue and low energy
Sleep disturbances
Balance and circulation
Healthy cognitive function
Recovery after illness or surgery
General wellbeing and preventative healthcare
By strengthening the body's underlying systems, Chinese Medicine aims to help you maintain movement, independence and vitality, allowing you to continue doing the things that bring meaning and enjoyment to your life.
Gut Health
Treatment is tailored to your individual presentation and may support:
Bloating and abdominal distension
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Reflux and heartburn
Constipation
Diarrhoea and loose bowels
Nausea
Indigestion
Food sensitivities
Abdominal pain
Fatigue after eating
Poor appetite
Stress-related digestive symptoms
Digestive health is viewed as an essential part of whole-body wellbeing. By supporting the body's ability to effectively digest, absorb and transform nourishment, Chinese Medicine seeks to improve not only digestive function but also energy, resilience and overall health.
Musculoskeletal Health
Treatment may support:
Neck and shoulder pain
Lower back pain
Sciatica
Hip pain
Knee pain
Arthritis and osteoarthritis
Sporting injuries
Tendon and ligament injuries
Tennis and golfer's elbow
Frozen shoulder
Rotator cuff injuries
Plantar fasciitis
Jaw pain (TMJ)
Headaches and tension headaches
Muscle tightness and myofascial pain
Postural tension
Repetitive strain injuries
Recovery following surgery or injury
By restoring the smooth flow of Qi and Blood, reducing inflammation and supporting the body's natural healing processes, helping you move with greater comfort, confidence and freedom, allowing you to return to the activities that matter most.
Sleep Issues
Acupuncture may support people experiencing:
Difficulty falling asleep
Frequent waking during the night
Early morning waking
Restless or light sleep
Vivid dreaming
Stress-related insomnia
Pregnancy-related sleep disturbances
Menopausal sleep changes
Fatigue despite adequate hours of sleep
Sleep disrupted by pain or discomfort
Sleep is recognised as one of the body's most important healing processes. By addressing the underlying imbalances contributing to poor sleep, Chinese Medicine aims to restore the body's natural sleep rhythm, allowing you to wake feeling rested, restored and better equipped to meet the demands of daily life.
Respiratory Health
Treatment may support:
Seasonal allergies and hay fever
Sinus congestion and sinusitis
Asthma support
Chronic or recurrent cough
Frequent colds and respiratory infections
Shortness of breath
Post-viral recovery
Excess mucus and phlegm
Chest tightness
Immune resilience
Stress-related breathing patterns
Respiratory care extends beyond symptom management. By strengthening the body's natural defences, improving the function of the Lungs and supporting the relationship between the respiratory and digestive systems, Chinese Medicine aims to help you breathe more freely, recover from sessional cold and flu, and respiratory issues.
Somatic Acupuncture
Somatic Acupuncture may support:
Nervous system regulation
Chronic stress and burnout
Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Persistent pain and muscular tension
Emotional resilience
Sleep disturbances
Breath awareness
Chronic fatigue
Jaw, neck and shoulder tension
Feeling disconnected from your body
Recovery after illness or injury
Personal growth and self-awareness
Deep relaxation and restoration
Melinda weaves Chinese Medicine, breathwork, nervous system regulation, Dr Joe Dispenza’s teachings and Spinal Energetics in a Somatic Acupuncture session.
This appointment is only available with Melinda Webb