Acupuncture in Spring
Elixr’s in-house acupuncturist Yvette will be at our Spring Reset Weekend Market Day Pop-up at 10am-12pm Sunday 24 August, giving complimentary Chinese Medicine Tongue and Pulse wellness readings. Claim your 5-day pass and come along to a weekend packed with classes and workshops, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August.
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As the chill of winter melts away and the earth begins to bloom, spring offers us a powerful opportunity to shake off stagnation and embrace renewal. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spring is associated with the Wood element, which governs growth, movement, and transformation—much like the season itself. It’s a time of expansion, creativity, and forward momentum. And acupuncture? It’s the perfect companion on this seasonal journey.
Spring is a Time of Movement and Rebirth
According to TCM, each season is linked to a particular organ system. Spring corresponds with the Liver and Gallbladder, organs responsible for the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy) and emotion. When the Liver energy is flowing freely, we feel motivated, flexible (both mentally and physically), and emotionally balanced. But when it’s stagnant—which often happens after winter’s inward, sluggish energy—we may feel irritable, stuck, or even physically tense.
Signs of Liver Imbalance in Spring
As nature stretches and awakens, your body does too. But if your Liver Qi is stuck, you might notice:
- Increased irritability or frustration
- Tension headaches or migraines
- Digestive issues like bloating or constipation
- Allergies and sinus congestion
- Muscle stiffness, especially in the neck and shoulders
- Insomnia or restless sleep
These are signs that your energy is struggling to transition into the new season. That’s where acupuncture comes in. Acupuncture helps restore balance and encourage the free flow of Qi, gently nudging the body out of winter’s hibernation mode and into spring’s dynamic energy.
Here’s how it can help:
- Smooths Liver Qi
By targeting specific acupuncture points, we help the Liver release stagnation and promote emotional ease and physical flexibility.
- Supports Detoxification
Spring is a natural time for detox. The Liver is your body’s primary detox organ, and acupuncture can support its function, encouraging gentle cleansing and renewal.
- Eases Allergies
Springtime sneezing and sinus pressure? Acupuncture can help reduce inflammation and strengthen the immune system to ease seasonal allergies.
- Boosts Mood and Motivation
Feeling the urge to start something new? Acupuncture helps lift the fog and reconnect you with your inner drive—perfect for planting the seeds of new ideas, projects, or habits.
Think of acupuncture as a spring tune-up—a gentle but effective way to recalibrate and move into the season with clarity, lightness, and vitality. Whether you’re battling spring allergies, feeling emotionally “off,” or simply wanting to sync with nature’s rhythm, acupuncture can help you bloom.
Yvette Forbes,
In-House Acupuncturist
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