Acupuncture

Acupuncture is well-known and widely researched in Western and Eastern countries. It is popular amongst many conditions and loved for its relaxing effect as well as a drug-free form of treatment. In May 2009 the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) published new guidelines suggesting Acupuncture as a form of treatment for lower back pain to be made available on the NHS. Please refer also refer to the British Acupuncture Council for fact sheets available to download.


Patients are encouraged to consider the following when coming for an appointment:

• To wear loose fitting clothing
• Underwear MUST be worn
• Full or empty stomachs should be avoided. A snack or a light meal 30-60 minutes before treatment is preferable. Heavy meals may cause discomfort especially when lying face down.
• Occasional bruising is common after acupuncture
• Tiredness or drowsiness for a few hours after treatment may occur and patients are advised to take care when driving.

We offer a variety of treatment packages to suit, please look at our Pricing Structure for more details.


For other conditions that we can help with please check our sister site Tian Yi for further information.

Acupuncture needles are pre-sterilised and disposed after treatment and all members of ATCM must observe the Code of Practice which defines the hygiene and safety standards relating to the practice of acupuncture. The Code of Practice is available for download from the ATCM. These procedures have been approved by the Department of Health, and provide protection against the transmission of infectious diseases.