Acupuncture for nausea and vomiting is one of the most well-supported applications in the evidence base. The pericardium 6 (P6) acupuncture point on the inner wrist is particularly well-documented, and wrist acupressure bands (sea bands) are derived from this research.
At Rozelle Acupuncture, we treat nausea from a range of causes including pregnancy-related morning sickness, chemotherapy and radiation therapy side effects, post-operative nausea, motion sickness, and nausea related to digestive disorders or anxiety.
For each type of nausea, our Chinese Medicine approach identifies the underlying pattern and provides targeted treatment. Chinese herbal medicine can also offer significant relief and is carefully selected for safety depending on the context (particularly for pregnancy).
Some patients report relief during their acupuncture session, with lasting improvements developing over a course of treatment.