Acupuncture is a traditional treatment with a growing body of research to support its effectiveness. It is an integral part of complementary medicine in the UK and widely accepted and used alongside mainstream medicine.
Treatment is aimed at the root cause of your condition or it’s symptoms, aiming to help resolve or manage your condition and enhance your feelings of general wellbeing.
Why Choose Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an integral part of the rapid growth of complementary medicine in the UK.
Although thought of as a means of pain relief, acupuncture is used to treat a wide range of conditions. The focus being on improving overall wellbeing, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms.
With an increasing number of people seeking acupuncture, it is important for patients and healthcare professionals alike that high standards of treatment, hygiene and professional standards are maintained.
What will happen on my first visit?
Your first consultation may be longer than subsequent sessions. You will be asked about your current symptoms, treatments and medical history.
All acupuncture treatments are carried out to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Single-use, pre-sterilised, disposable needles are used at all times. When a needle is inserted the sensation is often described as tingling or aching. During treatments, patients commonly experience a heaviness of the limbs or a pleasant feeling of relaxation.
What are the benefits of acupuncture?
The benefits of acupuncture frequently include more than just relief from a particular condition. It also enhances your feeling of general wellbeing and reduced stress & anxiety levels.
There are around 500 acupuncture points on the body – around 6-10 will be used in any one session.
