Acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment that can be helpful in treating and managing a variety of conditions, both physical and emotional. These include:
- Headaches and migraines
- Lower back (lumbar) pain and/or stiffness
- Sciatica (numbness, tingling, pain in the lower limbs)
- Neck pain and/or stiffness
- Joint problems such as osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress and tension
- Gastrointestinal complaints such as IBS, constipation.
- Menopause symptoms
- Insomnia
- Shoulder conditions
- Gynaecological problems such as PMS
- Hayfever
- Chemotherapy and post-surgery nausea
- Management of chronic pain
Acupuncture: An Overview of Scientific Evidence (evidencebasedacupuncture.org) provides additional information for those interested in reading more about evidence-based practice.
You do not need a referral to receive acupuncture. However, it is strongly recommended that you consult your GP about your symptoms to ensure that the diagnosis and treatment of any serious condition is not delayed.
Benefits of acupuncture
- Reduction of pain and inflammation
- Reduction of muscle tension
- Facilitation of the healing process
- Local and general relaxation
- Promotion of general well being
- Improvement of sleep quality
- Increased energy
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