What Is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is based on a 5000-year-old system of healing practiced in China and other Eastern countries. Its philosophy is different from the Western model of medicine in that it is based on an energy system known as Qi which moves through a series of channels through the body.

When this Qi is disturbed it becomes unbalanced and illness may result. The acupuncture needles are a method of restoring the energy balance.

Acupuncture is a holistic approach that treats the person on all levels. Its principal aim is to restore mental, emotional and physical equilibrium, treating the root cause of disease as well as the symptoms.

How Can Acupuncture Help Me?

Acupuncture can be used in the treatment of a wide range of conditions. Examples include :-headaches

migraines
womens' health problems
emotional disorders such as stress, anger, or depression
joint problems
breathing problems
circulatory disturbances
bladder and bowel complaints
ear, nose, and throat disorders
sports injuries
skin conditions

What Happens During Treatment?

Fine needles are inserted into particular acupuncture points just beneath the body surface. The points are in very specific locations on specific channels.

When the needles are first inserted a sensation like a pin prick may be felt, and then the patient may experience a slight aching, or heavy sensation in the limbs and a feeling of relaxation.

Response to acupuncture varies; and so does the amount of treatment needed from individual to individual. Some change is usually experienced within five treatments. Occasional treatment thereafter is encouraged to maintain good health and well being.

What Are The Professional Qualifications
And Codes Of Practice?

All practitioners at the Centre are members of either the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC), or the Acupuncture Association for Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP).

Members of both organisations follow a code of practice laying down stringent standards of hygiene for all equipment used. This includes needles, which are sterile and are NEVER used more than once.

These procedures are approved by the Department of Health. They ensure protection against infectious diseases.

Where Can I Learn More?

Visit the BAcC website for more information on acupuncture.

Our Acupuncturists

Wendy Goodman
Jane Morris