Breeze Academy

Breeze Academy

Welcome to The Breeze Academy Podcast – Everything Acupuncture & Dry Needling! We’re here to help practitioners refine their skills, deepen their knowledge, and stay up to date with the latest in acupuncture and dry needling. Our episodes cover clinical insights, research, practical techniques, and expert interviews to support your growth in the field. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this podcast are those of Breeze Academy and reflect clinical guidelines at the time of recording

  1. 2 days ago

    Can Acupuncture Help Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)?

    Can acupuncture help people with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)? 🤔In this week's podcast episode, Dr Carl explores one of the most frequently asked questions from our acupuncture community: How should clinicians approach Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) in practice?FND presents a unique challenge because symptoms can vary significantly between individuals and often include movement disorders, fatigue, sensory changes, headaches, cognitive symptoms, autonomic dysfunction, and seizure-like presentations. Rather than focusing on a one-size-fits-all approach, this episode explores how clinicians can use symptom-led clinical reasoning when considering acupuncture treatment.We explore:✅ The current evidence for acupuncture and FND✅ Why symptom-based treatment is essential✅ Acupuncture approaches for FND✅ The role of Four Gates✅ Using Back Shu points for complex presentations✅ How to structure treatment plans and review progressWhether you're a physiotherapist, sports therapist, osteopath, chiropractor, acupuncture practitioner, or healthcare professional interested in acupuncture, this episode provides practical clinical insights for working with complex neurological presentations.❗️Don't forget to like, comment and share! We would love to know what other topics you would like us to cover! 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out our courses. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    13 min

  2. 28 May

    10 Reasons Clients STOP Coming Back To Your Clinic!

    Why do clients stop coming back to your clinic? 🤔In this week’s podcast episode, Dr Carl breaks down the top 10 common reasons therapists lose clients — and what you can do to improve client retention, patient trust, and long-term clinic success.In this episode, we discuss:✅ Setting realistic treatment expectations✅ Why clients need short-term wins✅ The dangers of being “one-dimensional” as a therapist✅ Using outcome measures effectively✅ Common mistakes practitioners make✅ Why some clients don’t rebook✅ Making it easier for people to book with you✅ The importance of treatment plans & packages✅ Building trust & improving patient experience✅ Setting goals with clients from session oneWhether you’re a physiotherapist, sports therapist, massage therapist, osteopath, chiropractor, acupuncture practitioner or healthcare professional, these practical strategies can help you build stronger relationships, improve outcomes, and grow your clinic.⚠️ BONUS FOR COURSE ATTENDEESWhen you book a course with Breeze Academy, you’ll also receive our BONUS Clinic Ready Checklist — designed to help you confidently set up and start your practice after qualifying 👏 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. We're here to help you decide if sports massage is right for your practice. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    16 min

  3. 21 May

    Why Your Acupuncture Treatments Aren’t Working as Well as They Could

    Are your acupuncture or dry needling treatments not getting the results you expected?⚠️ If you haven't watched our previous episode '7 Mistakes New Acupuncture Practitioners Make (And How to Fix Them)' go watch it now and then come back hereIn this week's episode, Dr Carl Clarkson shares his practical strategies to help clinicians maximise the effectiveness of acupuncture treatments and improve patient outcomes.This episode builds on the importance of acupuncture dosage, we discuss:✅ Acupuncture point selection✅ Treating too many problems at once✅ Dosage and needle frequency✅ Outcome measures✅ Patient expectations✅ Combining acupuncture with rehabilitation✅ When NOT to use acupunctureWhether you’re a physiotherapist, sports therapist, osteopath, chiropractor, or acupuncture practitioner, these clinical insights can help refine your reasoning and improve your treatment approach. 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. .👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    12 min

  4. 14 May

    7 Mistakes New Acupuncture Practitioners Make (And How to Fix Them)

    These are the 7 most common mistakes Carl still sees new acupuncture practitioners make — and they’re all surprisingly easy to fix.In this week's podcast episode, we break down the key dosage principles that can dramatically improve acupuncture outcomes, patient response, and treatment consistency.You’ll learn:✅ Why accurate acupuncture point selection matters (0:50)✅ How many needles you should really be using (1:29)✅ Common confidence issues with needle depth (2:41)✅ Optimal needle retention times (3:58)✅ Why Deqi matters for treatment effectiveness (4:46)✅ How treatment frequency affects outcomes (5:33)✅ Why distal points can massively improve results (6:46)Whether you practise acupuncture, dry needling, sports therapy, physiotherapy, or TCM, these simple adjustments can make a huge difference in clinic. 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    8 min

  5. 7 May

    Acupuncture for Seasonal Allergies

    Can acupuncture help with seasonal allergies like hay fever, and sinus congestion? 🤔In this episode, we break down the acupuncture points and clinical reasoning behind treating:✅ Hay fever✅ Sinus pressure✅ Nasal congestion✅ Allergy-related headachesThis is a practical, clinic-focused episode where we combine:⚡ Western anatomical reasoning⚡ Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles⚡ Local + distal point selection⚡ Acupressure techniques patients can try at homeWe also discuss:✅ The current evidence base for acupuncture and allergies✅ Why honest patient communication matters✅ How to trial acupuncture safely and realistically✅ Why some clinicians combine Western + TCM approaches for better clinical reasoning⚠️ IMPORTANT:Facial acupuncture should only be performed by appropriately trained practitioners. If you have not completed facial needling training, do not attempt advanced facial points without supervision and competency training.🎙️ This episode is packed with practical clinical pearls and point-selection strategies you can use immediately in clinic. 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. We're here to help you decide if Acupuncture is right for your practice. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    11 min

  6. 30 Apr

    How to Use Outcome Measures to Improve Patient Buy-In (For Clinicians & Therapists)

    Are your patients struggling to see their progress—even when treatment is working? 🤔In this episode, we break down how simple outcome measures can transform your clinical practice by improving patient buy-in, trust, and long-term engagement.Whether you’re an acupuncture & dry needling practitioner, physiotherapist, chiropractor, or healthcare professional, using the right outcome measures can help your clients clearly see progress across pain, sleep, mood, function, and overall health.In this video, you’ll learn:✅ Why outcome measures are often overlooked in clinical practice✅ The difference between research outcome measures vs practical clinical tools✅ Why simple VAS/NRS scales can outperform overly complex assessments✅ How to track 4–5 meaningful symptoms for better patient engagement✅ How outcome measures improve patient retention and treatment confidenceIf you want patients to stay engaged, understand their journey, and recognize the value of your treatment—this is essential! 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. We're here to help you decide if sports massage is right for your practice. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    19 min

  7. 23 Apr

    Top 10 Reasons To Have Acupuncture!

    Why do so many people turn to acupuncture and dry needling? 🤔In this episode, we break down the TOP 10 real reasons patients choose acupuncture and dry needling, based on over 15 years of clinical experience and working with thousands of patients.Whether you're a healthcare professional, a clinic owner, or someone considering treatment, this video gives you valuable insight into what drives patient decisions—and how acupuncture is positioned in modern healthcare.We discuss:✅ Why patients feel disillusioned with conventional healthcare✅ The growing demand for drug-free treatment options✅ How acupuncture creates a powerful “feel-good” effect✅ Why people love the fast results from dry needling✅ The role of human connection and personal care in treatment✅ Why acupuncture is seen as safe, natural, and effectiveAnd more…Acupuncture isn’t a “magic cure,” but it offers real, evidence-supported benefits—especially for pain, wellbeing, and patient experience. 📈 Want to Go Deeper? Explore our membership platform for: ✅ Clinical protocols ✅ Practical demonstrations ✅ Tutor support ✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. We're here to help you decide if sports massage is right for your practice. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    12 min

  8. 16 Apr

    Western Acupuncture vs Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) – What’s the REAL Difference?

    Are Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western acupuncture actually the same thing? And where does dry needling fit into all of this?In this episode, we break down the key differences between TCM acupuncture and Western-based acupuncture, clearing up some of the most common misconceptions we hear from clinicians and students.You’ll learn how both approaches often use similar acupuncture points, but are based on completely different theories, diagnostic frameworks, and clinical reasoning.We discuss:✅ The difference between TCM acupuncture vs Western acupuncture✅ The role of yin and yang, chi, and five element theory✅ How Western acupuncture uses neuroscience, pain science & the nervous system✅ The truth about dry needling vs acupuncture✅ Why there’s actually more overlap than you think✅ How clinicians choose points in both approachesIf you're looking at adding Acupuncture to your clinic and want to understand the differences between TCM and Western acupuncture this one is for you! 📈 Want to Go Deeper?Explore our membership platform for:✅ Clinical protocols✅ Practical demonstrations✅ Tutor support✅ Real-world case breakdowns 👉 Explore membership tiers and join today: https://breeze.academy/membership/ 👍 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe - it makes a huge difference and helps us keep creating episodes like this. Want to learn more or ask a question? 📩 Send us a quick message, book a call with a tutor, or check out the full course details online. We're here to help you decide if sports massage is right for your practice. 👉 Visit our website: https://breeze.academy 📞 Book a call: https: https://calendly.com/enquiries-breeze/course-info-breeze-academy 📬 Send a contact form: https://breeze.academy/contact/

    23 min
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Welcome to The Breeze Academy Podcast – Everything Acupuncture & Dry Needling! We’re here to help practitioners refine their skills, deepen their knowledge, and stay up to date with the latest in acupuncture and dry needling. Our episodes cover clinical insights, research, practical techniques, and expert interviews to support your growth in the field. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this podcast are those of Breeze Academy and reflect clinical guidelines at the time of recording

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  • Creator
    Breeze Academy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
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    © Breeze Academy
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    Breeze Academy

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