Heiko Lade of Radio Kidnappers interviews Steve Olsen about the acupuncture treatment for herniated disc. Steve Olsen has completed the Certification Program for Sports Medicine Acupuncture in the United States and sees a multitude variety of injuries in his practise in Onehunga, Auckland.
Most people assume that a herniated disc would involve some quite serious lifting or high level impact sports but are then surprised that it can come about even with simple recreational cycling.
Come and join us with Steve Olsen on Radio Kidnappers on 1431 AM or 104.7 FM to find out more about the use of acupuncture in the treatment of herniated disc.
Learn about how the modern scientific knowledge of dermatones relates to the ancient Chinese medicine meridians.
Steve also explains to us how there is more than just sticking in needles to help recovery from a herniated disc when he tells us about the ancient process of moxibustion, applying a heated herb mugwort near the injured area.