Conditions commonly supported by acupuncture
In the UK, acupuncture is currently recognised by the National Institute for Healthcare Excellence (NICE) for Chronic Primary Pain and the management of headaches and migraines.
To see the most up-to-date research and evidence on conditions supported by acupuncture, please visit the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) or Evidence Based Acupuncture websites.
Common Conditions
Aches, pain, injuries and musculoskeletal problems including back pain
Allergies such as hayfever
Anxiety and depression
Arthritis
Digestive issues, e.g. IBS
Emotional issues
Sleep issues
Stress
Womens health, including menopausal symptoms, menstrual disorders, and fertility problems
Women’s Health
Acupuncture supports hormones, balance, menstrual cycles and menopause, bringing vitality, resilience, calm, and restorative holistic healing.
Fertility & Pregnancy
Gentle acupuncture helps conception, IVF, pregnancy trimesters, labour, recovery and maternal wellbeing, balancing hormones and nurturing vitality naturally.
Musculoskeletal
Treatment eases joint pain, stiffness, injury and posture, supporting mobility, circulation, muscle alignment, rehabilitation and recovery strength.
Mental Health
Acupuncture reduces stress, anxiety and insomnia, restoring calm, clarity, mood balance, relaxation, resilience and emotional wellbeing support.
Facial Revitalisation
This natural therapy boosts circulation, collagen, elasticity and tone, encouraging radiant skin, anti-ageing renewal, brightness and balance.
Need help?
If you would like to try acupuncture but not sure about the process or what treatment is best, get in touch with Fran.
What to expect at your appointment
If you have never had acupuncture before or you would like to discuss any particular concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Discussion
At your first appointment, we will start by discussing your medical history, current health and lifestyle. It is a chance to discuss the areas of your health you’d like to improve and answer any questions you may have.
Body diagnosis
Body diagnosis includes examining the area affected by your symptoms, as well as your arms, legs and abdomen. After that, we will look at your tongue and take the pulses on both wrists.
It is recommended to wear loose fitting clothing to your appointment which allows access to your lower legs, arms, abdomen and back. All treatments are undertaken with your comfort and modesty in mind.
Bringing it all together
All the information we gather during the consultation will be assimilated to arrive at a diagnosis. Subsequently, we will design a treatment plan tailored to your specific signs and symptoms.
Needling
Needles will be inserted into specific points on your body according to your treatment plan and left in place for around 20 minutes, giving you time to relax and unwind.
Acupuncture needles are so fine that most people will not feel them being inserted. It is normal to experience a mild tingling sensation or dull ache as the needle is adjusted.
Sometimes moxibustion and/or cupping may be added to the treatment if appropriate (at no extra cost).
Follow up appointments
Any further appointments will be based on your response to previous treatments. In addition, we will consider any new medical details plus examination and pulse taking.
The frequency of appointments will depend on your individual response. That is to say, most people undergo a course of treatments that reduce in frequency as the body responds.
Restoring Balance, Supporting Health
