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What are Lynda’s
qualifications?
How long has Lynda been in
practice?
Is
Lynda an Acupuncturist or a
naturopath?
If
I come to see Lynda do I have to have acupuncture
treatment?
Do
I need a referral to see
Lynda?
What kind of health conditions does Lynda
treat?
Does Lynda ONLY treat female health
problems?
Does Lynda only treat
women?
What happens during a first
consultation?
What kind of herbs and supplements are used in the
clinic?
How long is an acupuncture
session?
How do I know that the needles are
sterile?
What happens in an acupuncture
consultation?
How will I feel after a
treatment?
How many treatments will I
need?
Can I have ACC cover for treatment of an
injury?
I have some more questions – can you answer
them?
What are Lynda’s
qualifications?
Lynda Wharton has a bachelors degree in psychology (BA Psych);
a diploma in natural therapies from the South Pacific College of Natural
Therapies; (ND) and a Diploma in Traditional Chinese Acupuncture from the
Auckland Acupuncture College (DipAc). She is a member of the New Zealand
Register of Acupuncturists, and is ACC registered for treatment of ACC
approved accidents.
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How long has Lynda been in
practice?
Since 1987 in various places on the North Shore. For the past ten years she has
practiced from her clinic in Torbay, which has recently relocated to
Lonely Track Rd, Albany Heights.
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Is
Lynda an Acupuncturist or a naturopath?
Both! Lynda is one
of a very small group of practitioners qualified and experienced in the
practice of both Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Naturopathic
medicine.
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If
I come to see Lynda do I have to have acupuncture
treatment?
No. The vast
majority of patients choose to combine the healing benefits of
acupuncture and naturopathy.
There is no obligation to do so, and some clients wish to work solely
with a naturopathic approach.
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Do
I need a referral to see Lynda?
No. Simply contact
Lynda directly through the website or by telephoning (09)
473-1117
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What kind of health conditions does Lynda
treat?
Lynda specialises in the drug free holistic treatment of a wide
range of female health issues including:
Infertility
Pregnancy and pre and post birth
care
Menstrual problems including period pain, PMS, irregular or
absent periods
Endometriosis
Polycystic Ovarian syndrome
Cystitis
Thrush
Hormonal migraines
Depression/anxiety issues
Insomnia
Menopausal transition
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Does Lynda ONLY treat female health
problems?
No. While this is
her area of specialist interest, Lynda also treats a wide spectrum of
health problems including (but not limited
to):
Gut and digestive
disorders Injuries Carpal tunnel
syndrome Sciatica
Stress related
problems
Fatigue
High blood pressure
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Does Lynda only treat women?
No. While the
majority of Lynda’s patients are women and girls of all ages, she also
works with male clients.
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What happens during a first
consultation?
A first consultation is one hour long. Depending on the complexity of your
case, the entire first consultation may comprise of case
taking. In less complex
cases, half an hour is often sufficient for case taking, and the
remaining time is used for a first acupuncture
treatment.
Then what?
Having taken a very thorough case history, Lynda then spends
time focussed on creating a comprehensive naturopathic program unique to
you. This often involves
dietary change; lifestyle and exercise change; and the use of clinical
nutritional supplements and/or traditional Chinese or western herbal
medicine. This program is
emailed to you, and discussed at the next visit, the following
week. This is your
opportunity to ask questions before embarking on your naturopathic
program.
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What kind of herbs and supplements are used in the
clinic?
Lynda stocks and recommends only the highest quality clinical
nutrients and herbal medicine. She prescribes widely from the
practitioner only Metagenics range; China Med Chinese herbal range; and
the Usana clinical nutrition range. Occasionally she will direct you to
purchase a product through a retail outlet.
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How long is an acupuncture
session?
These appointments are half an hour
long.
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How do I know that the needles are
sterile?
Only disposable, pre-sterilised needles are used. They are discarded after one
use.
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What happens in an acupuncture
consultation?
After questioning you about your health, Lynda then uses pulse
and tongue diagnosis to further her understanding of your
condition.
Appropriate acupuncture points are chosen (usually no more than
10 – 12 needles in total), and fine sterile acupuncture needles are
inserted (usually only a couple of millimeters) into the acupuncture
point. There is minimal
sensation with the insertion. Once in place, the needles are usually
left for 15 – 20 minutes before removal. During the treatment, most people feel
a deep sense of relaxation and wellbeing. It is not uncommon to fall
asleep.
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How will I feel after a
treatment?
Usually deeply relaxed. At first, it is common to feel quite
tired or sleepy after a treatment. Sometimes, with more chronic conditions
there is a period of “aggravation” during which symptoms may become
temporarily more noticeable.
This is usually quickly followed by a clear improvement in your original
condition.
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How many treatments will I
need?
The answer is different for every patient. With acute conditions, sometimes, only
two or three treatments are required. With more chronic, long lasting
conditions, weekly or twice weekly acupuncture may be required for
several weeks or months.
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Can I have ACC cover for treatment of an
injury?
Lynda is a registered ACC practitioner. If you have a case number, you can self
refer to the clinic for acupuncture treatment. ACC partially covers the cost of your
treatment for 10 visits per injury. There is a surcharge of $25 per
treatment.
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I have some more questions – can you answer
them?
Either email Lynda through this website or lynda@lyndawharton.com or
call on (09) 473-1117 for
any further questions.
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