Acupuncture

Being a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) maintains standards of training,ethics, discipline & clinical practice ensures the health & safety of the public. Members have completed a thorough training of at least 3 years in traditional acupuncture & western medical sciences, with a commitment to promoting research & enhancing the role traditional acupuncture can play in health & wellbeing of the nation.

Cupping In addition to acupuncture cupping & flame cupping for muscle related problems can be applied

ACUPUNCTURE

Traditional acupuncture works to maintain the body's equilibrium by focusing on all aspects of well-being, physical, mental & emotional. Our health is dependant on the body's motivating energy moving in smooth & balanced way through a series of channels beneath the skin.

This energy is known as qi.

The flow of qi can be disturbed by any number of factors. These include emotional states such as anxiety, grief or anger, as well as poor nutrition, hereditary factors, infections & trauma. When the qi is unbalanced, illness may result.

The acupuncturist inserts ultra fine needles at chosen points along the channels of energy. The aim is to stimulate the body's own healing response & restore its natural balance. Treatment is aimed at the root of your condition, as well as your symptoms.

WHO HAS ACUPUNCTURE?

Many choose this therapy as a preventative measure to strengthen their condition, or because they just feel generally unwell. You do not need to have major symptoms to benefit. Acupuncture is considered suitable for all ages, including babies & children. It can also help alongside conventional medicine.

WHAT HAPPENS IN A TREATMENT?

You are asked your current symptoms, other treatments you have received , medical history,diet,sleep patterns & emotional state. Points used are not always close to the part of the body where your problem manifests. Your tongue & pulses on both wrists are examined for further diagnosis.

HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?

Frequency & length of treatment depends on your individual condition. Some change is usually felt after five treatments, though results can be achieved after only 1 or 2 sessions. Deeper seated problems may need a longer course.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

£42 for 1 hour or £33 for 30 minutes.

SHOULD MY DOCTOR KNOW?

If you are prescribed medication it makes sense to tell your doctor. You should always tell your acupuncturist about any medication you are on as this may affect your response to treatment.

IS IT SAFE?

Acupuncture has a very sound track record. The needles used are single-use, sterile & disposable. Responses to treatment can include tiredness, or mild dizziness on occasion mild bruising. However all such reactions are short lived.

WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?

Acupuncture needles are much finer than injection & blood test ones. When the needles are inserted, the sensation is tingling or a dull ache in some cases no sensation is felt.

WHAT CAN ACUPUNCTURE DO FOR ME?

All manor of illnesses or symptoms can be addressed such as dental pain, headaches, arthritis, addiction, low energy, menstrual, sports injuries & so on.
Many women choose this therapy throughout pregnancy & childbirth. In addition it is increasingly used by couples dealing with problems of fertility or to support IVF treatment.

To find out more or book an appointment please contact us.