Member of the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (MATCM)
Registered Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine
BSc (Hons) TCM, Bachelor of Medicine (Beijing)
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to successfully treat many common conditions. It involves the insertion of very fine needles into the skin at specific points to increase the flow of 'Qi' (vital energy), blood and fluids, and to improve the immune system.
Modern scientific methods have shown that the needles stimulate the release of chemicals and hormones and have a direct effect on the limbic system, as well as stimulating the body's natural defences and boosting the immune system.
Acupuncture is very effective in the treatment of many different problems but is especially good for treating pain.
What should I expect from an acupuncture treatment?
You will first of all undergo a comprehensive consultation which will last approximately
15-
Each acupuncture treatment consists of a number of needles, usually 4 to 10, being inserted into specific points on the skin. Acupuncture is not painful, but you may feel a small scratch as the needle is inserted and then a heavy, itching or tingling sensation. The treatment will last for about 15 to 30 minutes according to your condition.
You will probably need a course of 6 to 10 treatments for your complaint to be successfully treated.
How will I feel during and after an acupuncture treatment?
Most people experience a feeling of pace and relaxation during an acupuncture treatment. It is advised that you allow yourself a few moments after the treatment before driving or travelling home to give your body a chance to adjust.
Does acupuncture hurt?
How will I feel during and after an acupuncture treatment?
Most people experience a feeling of peace and relaxation during an acupuncture treatment. It is advised that you allow yourself a few moments after the treatment before driving or travelling home to give your body a chance to adjust.
Does acupuncture hurt?
No. Some people feel a slight sensation as the needle enters the skin but most people feel only a slight tingling, itchy or ‘heavy’ sensation.
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