After studying the effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicines and a trip to China, I have…read morealways been interested acupuncture. I decided to give it a go to help my nerves and stress. I don't suffer from stress more than the next person, but we could all do with chilling out. I was lay face down on a comfortable bed and asked where the needles were going to go. I'm scared of needles and syringes, however the ones they were using were only very short and they are also very thin. The needles were intended for my ears. Apparently the ears have lots of meridian channels that need to be blocked. Obviously the worst part of this was the needles going in and out of my ear, but that didn't really hurt too much if I must be honest. I was left in the room with the needles in my ear for half an hour, and I must admit I felt quite relaxed. Afterwards I felt more ready to deal with the stress in my life. I don't believe this is suggestion, I believe it is actually effective. I was pleased with the overall service here and would recommend acupuncture to any of my friends.

I've never been into the idea of acupuncture myself, and I must admit I'm a little bit dismissive…read moreof herbal remedies in general. My wife, however, is a fan of Chinese tea and herbs and we regularly pop in here to get various supplies. The staff are helpful and extremely knowledable about their products and will always offer advice and alternatives. Despite my reservations, a product my wife calls White Flower has been something of a revelation for me. It's a clear liquid that is quite pungent, but it works absolute wonders on aching muscles and bones. After a long day fighting against my large and unruly garden, and after I've showered and collapsed on the sofa, I tend to seize up a wee bit (I'm getting old!) - when that happens, White Flower does the job.

I was nervous about trying acupuncture for the first time but Jessica put me at ease. Left feeling…read moremore relaxed than I'd been in months. She doesn't just look at the symptom but at your whole body health and its relationship to state of mind. Now I'm a convert - and so is my 60+ father, who found acupuncture useful in treating a minor knee problem ahead of a marathon!

Thank goodness l tried acupuncture. After over a year of suffering with neck and shoulder pain…read morehaving sleepless nights and even days off work l bit the bullet decided to go to and try acupuncture treatment with Jess. It was the best decision l have every made within minutes of starting treatment l felt so relaxed had more flexibility in my shoulder and neck lve stopped taking strong prescription painkillers and haven't felt this comfortable for a long time.My sister who recommended Jess and arranged the appointment for me while l was visiting her from my home town of Doncaster can't praise Jess enough. It's a pity I don't live in Stourbridge because l'd be telling everyone what a brilliant treatment Jess gives . Thank you so much Jess x

When it comes to food I'm of the opinion you are what you eat. The same can be said for drugs. I…read moredon't mean the dodgy ones they'll get you into trouble with the rozzers, I mean simple every day drugs like a pain killer or even vitamin supplements. I'd rather get a cure from it's source like eating 5-a-day for example. The Chinese believe this too which is why I like to visit Herbs of China. Here they claim to have a cure for any ailment by using the 3000 year-old Chinese method of herbs in teas and potions. It may sound mumbo jumbo but consider this: profit making companies produce the drugs using a variety of chemicals mixed with extract of various plants. Plants are a natural product of the earth and when consumed with out being chemically enhanced surely that's got to be better for you. Which is why I pop along to Herbs of China every week to get my dose of Ginseng. Helpful and very interesting advice is offered for whatever your problem and you don't have to wait in a germ riddled waiting room like at my doctor's.

From the owner: Acupuncture Chinese medicine…read moreherbalist TCM Below is a list of the problems Herbs of China can help with - its not a definitive list but it gives a good guide as to the type of issue she can relieve. If your problem isn't listed its still worth sending Lucy a message at lucy@herbsofchina.co.uk to see if she can help. Back pain. Sciatica. Neck pain & whiplash injury. Spondylosis. Shoulder pain/frozen shoulder. Arthritis. Gout. Various skin problems including eczema and acne. General womens problems such as period pain, irregular periods and menopause. Carpal tunnel. Tendinitis. Weight lose through acupuncture, herbal medicine and diet advice.