Initial Consultation

The first consultation will give you the opportunity to discuss your current symptoms, any treatment you have had so far, your medical history and your general lifestyle including your diet, sleep patterns and emotional state.

I will also use pulse and tongue diagnosis to complete the consultation. Pulses will be taken on both wrists and your tongue will be looked at briefly to examine its structure, moisture and coating.

What to expect in your treatment

Extremely fine, sterile needles will be inserted for a short time or left for up to 25 minutes, dependent on the treatment required. Some people report a tingling sensation, pulling or a short dull ache when the needles are inserted. The most commonly used points are on the arms and legs; towels and blankets will be provided if the points are on your abdomen or back.

Treatment takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour.

In addition to needling, I may use the following techniques to complement your treatment.

Moxibustion treatments direct on skin

Moxa

A form of heat therapy that uses a herb, known as ‘moxa’, which is processed from the leaves of the mugwort plant, to gently warm acupuncture points and meridians.

Its benefits include boosting immunity and stimulating circulation and lymphatic flow, therefore reducing pain and inflammation. It is often used in fertility and gynaecological conditions, and is known to turn breech position babies.

tui na - chinese massage treatments

Tuina

Chinese therapeutic massage relieves muscle tension, stimulates acupuncture points, opens energy channels and stimulates the flow of Qi.

cupping treatments

Cupping

Glass suction cups placed on the skin to stimulate blood flow and move blocked Qi.  Sliding cups can be very warming and relaxing.

gua sha treatments

Gua Sha

The rubbing of the skin with a smooth tool to increase blood flow and clear blocked Qi. It is also used to boost immunity and reduce inflammation – particularly effective with patients suffering from Long Covid symptoms.