Supporting you to achieve optimal wellbeing

• Avoid drinking alcohol on the day of the appointment
• Eat something within an hour of the appointment, such as a light meal or snack
• Avoid drinking caffeine at least two hours before the appointment
• Wear comfortable clothing
• Notate any questions or concerns you have
• After the treatment, rest and drink extra water to enhance the treatment

The placement of acupuncture needles during treatment depends on the condition being treated and the individual’s specific symptoms. The exact locations and number of needles used are determined by the diagnosis and treatment plan. Acupuncture points are situated along meridians throughout the body, allowing practitioners to insert needles in various locations. Often, needles may be placed in areas distant from the site of injury to influence the body’s overall energy flow and achieve therapeutic effects.

The acupuncture needles I use are incredibly thin—much finer than the needles used for injections. While you might feel a slight tugging sensation or a dull ache, it’s not painful. In fact, many of my clients are surprised at how gentle it is, often asking, “Is that it?” or “I didn’t even feel the needles come out!” My approach to needling is very gentle, ensuring you feel at ease and comfortable throughout the treatment, with little to no discomfort.

The British Acupuncture Council have stated that acupuncture could provide support for conditions such as acne, allergic rhinitis, angina & heart disease, anxiety, asthma, back pain, bells palsy, chronic fatigue syndrome, dementia, dentistry issues, depression, diabetes type 2, dizziness and vertigo, dysmenorrhoea, eczema & psoriasis, endometriosis, facial pain, fibromyalgia, frozen shoulder, gout, headaches, hypertension, incontinence, infertility, insomnia, neck pain, osteoarthritis of the knee, post-traumatic stress disorder and stroke. However, the research on the benefits of acupuncture on other conditions is continuously being explored, backing evidence of its benefits on various other conditions. 

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Acupuncture stimulates the body’s natural healing response by activating nerve endings at specific points. When a needle is inserted, it sends signals to the brain, increasing blood flow and promoting circulation. This helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to the area, reducing pain and inflammation. Acupuncture also interacts with neurovascular bundles, “waking up” the body’s internal networks to restore balance, enhance nerve function, and support overall healing.