Benefits
How can medical acupuncture help?
Medical acupuncture (also known as Western acupuncture) is a modern adaptation grounded in current anatomical and physiological understanding of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture. It involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body, and is used to manage a range of symptoms such as:
Chronic or persistent pain
Treatment can help reduce pain, ease muscle tension, improve mobility, and support long-term relief by stimulating the body’s natural healing response.
Fatigue
Gently restores energy levels, supports more restful sleep, and helps your body recover from illness, stress, or ongoing medical treatment.
Tension headaches & migraines
Can reduce the frequency and intensity of attacks by relieving muscle tension, calming the nervous system, and promoting overall relaxation and balance.
Stress & anxiety
Helps calm the nervous system, ease physical tension, improve sleep, and support a greater sense of emotional balance and resilience.
Sleep disturbances
Supports more restful, uninterrupted sleep by calming the nervous system, reducing stress, and rebalancing the body’s natural sleep-wake rhythm.
Menopausal symptoms
Can help ease hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, and sleep issues by gently supporting hormonal balance and overall well-being.
Medical vs Traditional Acupunture
Medical acupuncture is a modern, evidence-based approach to acupuncture, practised by trained healthcare professionals such as nurses, doctors and physiotherapists.
Unlike Traditional Chinese Medicine, which uses concepts like energy flow and meridians, medical acupuncture is rooted in Western anatomy and science.
It works by stimulating nerves, muscles and connective tissues to help relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing response.
Unlike Traditional Chinese Medicine, which uses concepts like energy flow and meridians, medical acupuncture is rooted in Western anatomy and science.
It works by stimulating nerves, muscles and connective tissues to help relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing response.